$1,200-$1,400
Trip Rate
Galveston Close-Offshore Fishing Charters
These trips offer anglers of all experience levels the chance to experience the thrill of offshore fishing while targeting some of the Gulf’s finest fish. The Texas state waters off Galveston provide a diverse and exciting fishing experience, where we’ll target a variety of species depending on the season and weather conditions. From spring through fall, anglers can expect excellent fishing for sharks, jacks, king mackerel, spanish mackerel, redfish, and more. As summer and fall roll in, the chances of hooking bigger sharks increase, along with prime opportunities for king mackerel. And throughout the year, there’s always the possibility of reeling in state water red snapper, making for a rewarding experience no matter when you go.
Target Species
During March-October, we’re targeting sharks across different locations.
Mid-July through the end of August, is the most exciting time of the year for shark and cobia fishing in Galveston. We’re running offshore, fishing behind shrimp boats. We pull up, get baits in the water, and you’re hooked into a big fight almost instantly. When the inshore season picks up, there are sometimes we’re sight-casting to sharks and cobia. It doesn’t get any better.
The rest of the year, we’re heading out to rigs and targeting snapper, redfish, jacks, kingfish, mackerel, and other iconic Gulf species.
How we fish depends largely on the time of year, but we will typically cast fresh dead bait behind culling shrimp boats and troll around state water rigs.
Where We Fish
On our Galveston Close-Offshore Fishing Charters, we’re heading up to 9 miles offshore, past the Galveston Jetties, and several miles off the beachfront. We’re drifting behind shrimp boats, searching for schooling bait fish, tying off to a close rig, or visiting the radio tower while looking for sharks, Ling (Cobia), Jacks, kingfish, mackerel, and more.
Outside of that, we’re going to a close oil rig, anchoring up, and bottom fishing for snapper, redfish, and more. It all depends on the weather conditions, water, and currents. We are going to do the most productive fishing the conditions allow us to do.
What's Included
We have everything taken care of! When you arrive at the Harborwalk Marina, the boat is loaded with fuel, the rods are rigged, and the cooler is loaded with ice. Your professional, USCG-certified captain will have bait ready for your Galveston shark fishing trip and is there to help every step of the way.
Safety is our top priority on our close offshore fishing charters. You can be as hands-on or hands-off as you like when it comes to rigging bait and handling sharks and fish. We want you to have that epic picture and memory but always prioritize safe handling.
What To Bring
Come prepared for the weather with comfortable clothing and sun protection. We have a cooler loaded with ice, so bring your waters, snacks, lunches, and other beverages for your group for the day. Your captain will be in touch leading up to your trip to go over what to bring in more detail and we’re always here to answer any questions you may have.
Guests over 17 years old will need a Texas Saltwater Fishing License. Contact us if you need any help ordering the proper license for your trip.
If you need seasickness medication, take it the night before and morning of your trip for the best effect. Be sure to use non-drowsy seasickness medication.
Please Note: Do not bring valuables onboard that you cannot or do not want to lose. We are not liable for lost items that may fall in the water, get wet, or any other form of loss/damage.
- SPF/UV resistant apparel
- Sunscreen
- Rain jacket (if forecasted)
- Hat & polarized glasses
- Seasickness medication
- Non-skid, rubber-sole shoes
- Camera
- Adult beverages ok
- Layers in cool weather
- Cowboy Boots
- Work Boots
- Glass Bottles
- Fishing Tackle
- Bananas
Galveston Close-Offshore Fishing Charters FAQs
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