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
(162 reviews)
Houston
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Trips from US $280

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 163 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (202)
June fishing trip
Great Captain!!!!
Great Captain!!!!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
92%
Caught fish
88%
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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   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
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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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Michael J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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June fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 28, 2025
Had a great experience. Captain David was great. Will definitely go again.
Michael J. recommends Bow To Stern Fishing Tours
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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!!!
Jack L. recommends Bow To Stern Fishing Tours
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Cory H.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED   July 7, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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