Captain
David Rappelet

Member since July 2016 Houston, United States
Background
I come from a long line of fishermen. We have fished these waters since I was a child, and I raised in Louisiana waters as well, along with my grandparents. I became a full time fisherman to teach and share the enjoyment of the sport and all it has to offer.
Techniques
Popping cork Bottom fishing Drifting Artificial

Hey, I'm Captain David Rappelet

Houston, United States
Background
I come from a long line of fishermen. We have fished these waters since I was a child, and I raised in Louisiana waters as well, along with my grandparents. I became a full time fisherman to teach and share the enjoyment of the sport and all it has to offer.
Techniques
Popping cork Bottom fishing Drifting Artificial
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Reviews
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My Charter Listing

Bow To Stern Fishing Tours

State licensed
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(160 reviews)
Houston
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Trips from US $280

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 160 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (201)
Great Captain!!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
93%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
89%
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Rolando C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Experience

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) on May 17, 2025
The captain was super nice and very knowledgeable. The water wasnโ€™t ideal for good fishing, yet we still caught our limit....
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Giovanni M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Best damn charter Iโ€™ve ever been on

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on November 16, 2024
Captain David ran the best damn charter Iโ€™ve ever been on. Friendly, knowledgeable, good company, AND reasonably priced!!...
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Barney D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   NEW  5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 1, 2025
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Carlos L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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The bite was hard

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (PM) on July 5, 2024
Captin Rappelet was awesome, very Entertaining, and was sharing tips and pointers. So, that we could catch fish on our own,...
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Jack L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fishing with David

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on February 25, 2025
Great Charter, the communication was excellent and knew the water very well. Highly recommend!!!
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