Fishing Charters in Galveston: Redfish, Trout & Tarpon

Captain Shawn knows where the tarpon run in Galveston waters.

Fishing charters in Galveston with Captain Shawn Warren, a guide with over 30 years of experience, let you cast for redfish, speckled trout and tarpon in inshore bays or offshore. All fishing gear, bait and gas are included. You bring a cooler for your catch and choose between a family-friendly bay trip or a harder offshore fight. A fishing license is optional at checkout.

The experience

Captain Shawn runs four-hour charters targeting the species that move through Galveston waters depending on the season and conditions. Inshore bay trips work for families and beginners. The water is calmer, the fish are steady, and kids can handle the pace. Offshore charters go after bigger game, including sharks, and demand more stamina and a willingness to work the rod hard. The choice between them is yours. The boat, the tackle, the bait and the knowledge are the same either way.

Everything you need to fish is on board: rods, reels, lines and bait are all set before you cast. Captain Shawn reads the water and positions the boat where the fish are feeding that day, so you're not guessing. You keep whatever you catch. Bring a cooler to take it home. The charter runs four hours from start to finish, and public transportation can get you to the dock if you're staying elsewhere in Galveston.

A fishing license is optional. You can add one at checkout if you don't have one already. Moderate fitness helps, since you'll be standing, casting and reeling for hours. The boat moves, so it's not a good fit for travelers with spinal injuries or serious heart conditions, and pregnant travelers should sit this one out.

What’s included

• All fishing gear, bait and gas for the four-hour charter.
• a live English-speaking guide with over 30 years of experience on Galveston waters.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day

GroupPrivate

Live guideEnglish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Paid on siteUS$ 15

Prices and times updated 7 days ago

Good to know

Moderate physical effortPublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with heart problemsNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

Operated by Galveston Fish Commander

Is this one for you?The dock is reachable by public transit, so you don't need a car or a ride to get there. Book the inshore bay trip if you want a relaxed morning with kids, or the offshore charter if you're ready to battle bigger fish and have the fitness for a full four hours on the water.

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Top questions

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What fish can I actually catch in Galveston Bay?

Redfish, speckled trout and tarpon are the main targets Captain Shawn fishes for, depending on the season and where the bite is that day. Offshore charters also go after sharks.

Do I need my own fishing license?

A fishing license is optional. You can add one when you book. If you already have a Texas license, bring it with you.

What happens if I catch something? Do I keep it?

You keep your catch. Bring a cooler to take the fish home with you at the end of the charter.

How do I get to the dock if I don't have a car?

Public transportation options are available near the dock in Galveston, so you can reach the charter without driving yourself.

Is this trip okay for kids and beginners?

Inshore bay charters are family-friendly and work well for people new to fishing. Offshore trips demand more physical effort and experience with fighting larger fish.