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
169
Reviews
10
Fishing Reports

My Charter Listing

Bow To Stern Fishing Tours

State licensed
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(169 reviews)
Houston
 Last booking: 2 days ago
 Instant Confirmation
Trips from US $280

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.6 / 5
out of 5 stars from 169 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.5 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.6 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (204)
August fishing trip
August fishing trip
June fishing trip
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Angler rating
127
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
92%
Friendly captain
98%
Recommend this charter
92%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
93%
Caught fish
89%
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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
Overall

June fishing trip

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on June 28, 2025
Had a great experience. Captain David was great. Will definitely go again.
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Jeremey D.
Excellent
4.3 / 5
Experience:
Very good
4.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Engaged and savvy guide

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on September 4, 2025
Capt arrived a little late.ย  got more time on the back end after the current started running.ย  all worked out.ย  9 keepers.ย ...
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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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Carl B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Awesome day on the water.

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on October 25, 2024
David was easily one of the best guides I have ever booked. He was super personable and more importantly we caught a ton of...
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John S.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Hard fishing

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip (AM) on August 20, 2025
Captain David worked hard to put us on the fish and we were able catch some nice Black Drum.
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