Charter Operator
David Bourgeois

Member since May 2014 Barataria, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

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Barataria, United States
Background
Born and raised on the Bayous of Lafitte (Barataria Basin). There is no greater way of life or joy than to share our heritage with those visiting New Orleans. I love to see the light in people's eyes as they land their catch - whether it is their 1st or 100th fish, it is always a pleasure to share a bit of the Bayou with others. I own and operate Big Dog Fishing Charters and have a team of Captains waiting to show you a great time!
Techniques
Fishing style and technique varies depending on conditions and also client's abilities. From throwing Shrimp to Artificial / Sight Casting to dropping a line we do it all!

My Charter Listings

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(264 reviews)
Barataria
 3 bookings in the past week.
Trips from US $500
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(36 reviews)
Barataria
 Last booking: 4 days ago
Trips from US $500

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 300 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (393)
Memory of a lifetime!
Memory of a lifetime!
Memory of a lifetime!
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
95%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
98%
Appropriate for children
96%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
92%
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David J. J.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Their name says it all

VERIFIED   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on April 9, 2025
I spent a few days researching charters in the area because Iโ€™m from Massachusetts and let me tell you they are TopDog for...
David J. J. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters โ€“ย 24' Boat
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Leah M.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Memory of a lifetime!

VERIFIED   NEW  Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on July 12, 2025
Captain Mark was really cool! I learned you never bring a banana on a fishing boat! Mark made sure we caught fish, had fun...
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Steven W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great trip

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (PM) on April 2, 2025
We had less than ideal conditions. The wind was blowing 20 mph and I assumed the trip would be canceled. Big dog assured me...
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Timothy D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great Day

VERIFIED   NEW  Morning Charter on June 25, 2025
My Captain for the morning 6 hour trip was Chad. He keep me on fish the whole time and very informative about the area and...
Timothy D. recommends Big Dog Fishing Charters - 23' Boat
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Marcel K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Had a great time- highly recommend

VERIFIED   Sunrise Departure - 6+ Hour Charter on June 12, 2025
My wife and I did a half day morning trip with Captain Ron. We didnโ€™t know how we would do two days after a full moon but...
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