Nautilus Charters

Nautilus Charters is a family-friendly guide service that specializes in inshore and offshore fishing off the coast of Galveston, TX. Captain Matthew West is a born and raised Texas native who’s been fishing the Gulf Coast his whole life. He knows where to take his clients to get them hooked up and show them the true meaning of “Everything is bigger down in Texas!”

You’ll be fishing from a 36’ Contender walkaround boat, outfitted with state-of-the-art electronics and fishing amenities. You’ll reach the fishing grounds in no time while being propelled by 3 outboard Yamaha engines, totaling 750 HP. This boat is fast, sleek, and spacious with its own private toilet on board. She accommodates up to 6 guests, including kids of all ages, and everyone can fish at the same time without rubbing elbows.

Capt. Matthew offers seasonal offshore trips and year-round inshore trips. Fishing inside the East, West, and Galveston Bay provide lots of great opportunities for all skill levels. Here, you’ll be able to target Redfish, Black Drum, Spotted Seatrout, Flounder, and Jack Crevalle. Further out into the Gulf, you’ll start to encounter bigger fish. Red Snapper, Gag Grouper, Amberjack, Cobia, and Kingfish are just some of the likely catches you may reel in.

On all trips, you’ll have top-of-the-line Penn and Shimano gear at your disposal. Capt. Mathew will also supply the live bait and artificial lures, depending on the technique you choose. Just remember to purchase your fishing license, pack sun protection, and bring snacks and drinks for the ride.

After your trip, you’ll be able to taste the fresh catch of the day. Capt. Mathew will offer to clean and fillet whatever you caught so you can take it home and enjoy a delicious meal with the family.

Start planning your next fishing trip today and choose Nautilus Charters as your guide. Your next adventure is only one click away, so pack your bags, invite the family, and get ready to catch some big fish down in Galveston!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (AM)
    ¡solicitado! Reservado hace: 1 día
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $650
    This 4-hour trip will see you targeting Sheephead, Red and Black Drum, Flounder, and Speckled Trout, just to name a few. Capt. Matthew will provide all necessary fishing gear, including rods, reels, bait, and lures. Just remember to purchase your fishing license online, pack your favorite snacks and drinks for the ride, and don't forget the sun protection! Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips.
  • Viaje Privado
    4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (PM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    4 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 12:30 PM
    Viaje de temporada Jan 4 - Dec 31
    US $650
    Get ready for a 4-hour adventure, going after Bull and Slot Reds, Sheephead, Black Drum, and Flounder. This is a great way for families to enjoy quality time together, create memories, and catch themselves some supper! Your captain will supply everything from live bait and lures to rods and reels. Just be sure to buy a fishing license before you arrive and bring any snacks and drinks you'd like as well. Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips.
  • Viaje Privado
    6 hr jetty trip
    ¡solicitado! Reservado hace: 2 días
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $900
    This trip is the same as our other jetty trips except this trip has more time to fish and spend more time on the water. Please remember to bring your fishing license.
  • Viaje Privado
    5hr shark hunt / Bull reds
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    5 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 7:00 AM
    US $950
    Venture out past the Galveston jettys fishing 3 to 5 miles off the beach front targeting sharks varing from blacktips, spinners, sandbars, hammerhead and various other species that lurk in the area. The summer months into fall are the best time for these creatures sharks and fall coming into winter and spring is the best time to target large redfish AKA Bull Reds. Please be sure to bring your fishing license printed along with the tags for bull reds.
    Targeted fish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Shark (Hammerhead)
    Hammerhead Shark
    Shark (Blacktip)
    Blacktip Shark
    Shark (Bonnethead)
    Bonnethead Shark
    Shark (Bull)
    Bull Shark
  • Viaje Privado
    6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM)
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    6 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 1 - Jun 12
    US $2,000
    This will be a half day trip starting at 6 am. This half day trip will take you miles offshore where you will target Red Snapper, Mangrove Snapper, Kingfish, and Cobia. Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips.
  • Viaje Privado
    8 Hour Trip – Offshore
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    8 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 10 - Aug 23
    US $2,500
    This is a full day adventure where you'll be going far offshore to target bigger Red Snapper and trophy size Kingfish, Cobia, and Mahi Mahi. Please check with the captain if there is an extra fuel surcharge for offshore trips.
  • Viaje Privado
    10 Hour Blue Water trip
    Cancelación GRATIS 3 días de aviso
    10 Horas de Viaje, Empieza 6:00 AM
    Viaje de temporada Jun 1 - Aug 23
    US $3,000
    This trip will be a 12 hour trip into the deep blue tageting Amber jack aka reef donkeys, red snapper as long as their in season, b liners, kingfish, ling and other blue water pelagics.
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Snapper (Red)
    Red Snapper
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FAQs about Nautilus Charters

Nautilus Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 6 hr jetty trip (6 hours)
  • US $950 per group, additional US $100 per person after 5 guests - 5hr shark hunt / Bull reds (5 hours)
  • US $2,000 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Offshore (AM) (6 hours)
  • US $2,500 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
  • US $3,000 per group - 10 Hour Blue Water trip (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Nautilus Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Baño Private head
  • GPS
  • Localizador de peces
  • Vivero para la carnada
  • Radar

Trips booked with Nautilus Charters include:
  • Cañas, carretes y equipo (Penn & Shimano )
  • Carnada Viva
  • Señuelos
  • Limpieza y Fileteado

Nautilus Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Pesca de Orilla (Jetties )
  • Pesca Cerca de la Costa (Up to 15 miles )
  • Pesca en Alta Mar (Up to 100 miles )
  • Pesca en Arrecife
  • Pesca de Naufragio

Nautilus Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Equipo Ligero
  • Equipo Pesado
  • Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
  • Troleo
  • Jigging
  • Pesca de Mar Profundo

Top targeted fish species with Nautilus Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Grouper (Gag)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Sheepshead
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Speckled Trout

Sobre el Captain

Matthew West
Galveston, Texas, Estados Unidos
Identificación y licencia verificadas
302 Opiniones de los clientes
Tiempo de respuesta dentro de una hora
Miembro desde Octubre 2019
Angler's Choice
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I was born in Texas and grew up on the Gulf Coast. I've been fishing with my family for as long as I can remember. In my early teens, I had the opportunity to get my first real dose of blue water and giant fish. This is where the addiction started. Since I've gotten older, it's become a passion of mine to see people's reactions to hooking into a fish of their dreams, give them the opportunity to harvest their own dinner, and make memories with their friends and families. We're a young business and haven't been at it as long as some captains but don't let that distract you. When you arrive at the boat, we want you and your guests to feel like family and at home!

Sobre este listado

Especies de Interés

Amberjack Amberjack
Black Drum Black Drum
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder

Especificaciones del barco

Contender (Walkaround) construido en 2007. Impulsado por 3 300HP Suzuki 2023s motores, con una velocidad máxima de crucero de 40 nudos.

Longitud
36 ft
Capacidad
6 personas

Tipos de Pesca

Pesca de Orilla
Jetties
Pesca Cerca de la Costa
Up to 15 miles
Pesca en Alta Mar
Up to 100 miles
Pesca en Arrecife
Pesca de Naufragio

Técnicas de Pesca

Equipo Ligero
Equipo Pesado
Pesca de Fondo/ Bottom Fishing
Troleo
Jigging
Pesca de Mar Profundo

Servicios

Baño
Private head
GPS
Localizador de peces
Vivero para la carnada
Radar

El Viaje Incluye

Cañas, carretes y equipo
Penn & Shimano
Carnada Viva
Señuelos
Limpieza y Fileteado

Política de Cancelación

Cancelación gratis hasta 3 días antes del viaje

Los clientes pueden cancelar o modificar su reserva hasta 3 días antes de la fecha del viaje sin cargo. Si el viaje se cancela o modifica después, o en caso de no presentarse, se cobrará el 100% del depósito.

Políticas

Traslado no incluído
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Se permiten niños
No minimum age (notify the captain in advance)
Te quedas con la pesca
Se permite captura y liberación

Pago

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

Cuando el capitán confirme tu viaje, FishingBooker cargará a su tarjeta de crédito un depósito del 25% para garantizar la reserva.

El saldo restante se pagará directamente al operador del charter en la fecha del viaje o antes en uno de los siguientes métodos de pago:

Efectivo
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
Al pagar el saldo restante con tarjeta de crédito, habrá un cargo adicional del 2%

Galveston Calendario de Pesca

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Opiniones de los clientes

Calificación general
Excellent
5.0 / 5
de 5 estrellas de 302 reseñas
Barco
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Fotos de clientes (359)
Great fishing trip
Great fishing trip
Great fishing trip
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Calificación del pescador
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Opinión de los pescadores
Buena experiencia
98%
Capitán amigable
100%
Recomienda este charter
99%
Apto para niños
97%
Satisfecho con el barco
100%
Atrapé lo que quería
91%
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Alan W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fishing aboard the Purple Chicken with Captain Matt

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (AM) on Abril 2, 2024
Captain Matt met us ahead of schedule and was very informative about are fishing trip for the day. We anchored up on a jetty...
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Andrea C. V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great family fishing

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (PM) on Marzo 30, 2024
We are fishing beginners who took a first time family fishing trip and Matthew was a great captain and fisherman. He found...
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Tres T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Captain Matt... AKA The Man!

VERIFICADO   NUEVO  6 hr jetty trip on Marzo 23, 2024
Had an excellent time with Captain Matt. He took us right to the fish even when challenges were presented. He was great with...
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Chris S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Great trip!!!

VERIFICADO   5hr shark hunt / Bull reds on Octubre 9, 2023
Caption Matthew is very knowledgeable and friendly. We took our daughter and two friends out for a trip to celebrate her birthday....
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Ted W.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experiencia:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Barco
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Tripulación
Excellent
5.0 / 5
En general

Fishing with Matthew

VERIFICADO   4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (PM) on Julio 3, 2023
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