Fish 20–30 miles offshore with beginner-friendly instruction
6 hours
Up to 6 people
Rod and reel, Bait, Captain
Head about 20–30 miles offshore from Galveston for a six-hour deep sea fishing trip designed for beginners. Learn about the marine environment from the crew as you target a variety of Gulf species.
No cowboy boots or work boots allowed on board.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
100% refund if you cancel 14+ days before. 75% refund if 7+ days before. 50% refund if 3+ days before. No refund if less than 3 days before or for no-shows. Weather cancellations are decided by the captain; if canceled due to weather, you get a 100% refund.
Yes. If you are age 16 or older, you must have a valid Texas saltwater fishing license to fish on this trip.
Wear sandals or tennis shoes. Do not wear cowboy boots or work boots. Check the weather and dress appropriately for conditions on the water.
Yes. The boat has one cooler and ice for drinks you bring. Do not bring glass. You can also bring 1 normal-size cooler for your group; the crew recommends keeping dry snacks in one cooler and putting drinks in the onboard cooler.
715 N Holiday Dr. Slip B-2 Galveston, TX US 77550
Captain Shane clearly knows these waters and consistently delivers for his guests. The fishing trips are a standout, with multiple reviewers catching their limit of red snapper within just a couple hours, plus exciting catches like spinner sharks and blacktip sharks. His first mate Austin gets special praise for keeping lines baited and helping passengers throughout the trip. The boat itself is well-maintained with quality electronics and gear, and it handles rough conditions smoothly. Beyond fishing, the sunset and dolphin tours provide relaxed, family-friendly options where Shane's personable nature and local knowledge shine through. A few guests had higher expectations than reality delivered, particularly on dolphin tours where the animals stayed at a distance, and one fishing trip struggled to find productive spots until the final stop. That said, the overwhelming majority of families, birthday groups, and bachelorette parties rave about their experiences. Captain Shane adapts well to weather challenges, communicates honestly about conditions, and clearly goes the extra mile to make trips memorable for everyone from toddlers to experienced anglers.
I just wanted to take a moment to thank Captain Shane for an incredible fishing experience we had. The boat was very clean, and Shane was exceptional throughout our trip. My son is quite the inquisitive one, always asking a ton of questions, and Shane handled him with such patience and expertise. We were thrilled to be on redfish just minutes after arriving at the spot, and my son had a blast! We are definitely looking forward to booking with you again in the future, and hopefully, we can convince my wife to join us next time. Thank you once more for making such wonderful memories for us!
Andrew Weldingeam
October 28, 2025
I just wanted to take a moment to thank Captain Shane for an incredible fishing experience we had. The boat was very clean, and Shane was exceptional throughout our trip. My son is quite the inquisitive one, always asking a ton of questions, and Shane handled him with such patience and expertise. We were thrilled to be on redfish just minutes after arriving at the spot, and my son had a blast! We are definitely looking forward to booking with you again in the future, and hopefully, we can convince my wife to join us next time. Thank you once more for making such wonderful memories for us!
Andrew Weldingeam
October 28, 2025