Nautilus Charters
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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!
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!
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Zach Stockstill5.0VerifiedWe caught alot of fish and had a blast!
4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing (PM) on July 14, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childWe had a great fishing trip with Matt yesterday fishing the Jettys. My grandson who is 7 and loves fishing had a great time, he caught Spanish Marlin among several other things! Matt also let my grand real in a big red the he had hooked which was a really cool experience for him. As a predominately freshwater fisherman I also had a great time catching some new species that I've never caught as well. We had 3 other members of our family with us and we all had a blast. I highly recommend and I look foward to coming back for the "Shark Hunt" fishing trip in the near future! - Thanks Matt, appreciate it bro.
Stacy Michael5.0VerifiedBest trip ever
4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing on June 27, 2026 • 6 adultsIf you're looking for an incredible fishing charter, look no further! We had a group of six, including four kids under 16, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Every single person in our group caught at least five fish, and a few of us caught even more! Our captain knew exactly where to go, kept us on the fish all morning, and made sure everyone had an opportunity to reel in plenty of catches. What really set this trip apart was his patience with the kids. He took the time to help them, answer their endless questions, untangle lines, and cheer them on with every catch. He made each of them feel like a pro, and they haven't stopped talking about the trip since. Beyond being an outstanding captain, he was genuinely fun to spend the day with. We loved hearing his stories, learning about the local waters and fishing techniques, and just chatting throughout the trip. His knowledge, professionalism, and great sense of humor made the entire experience even better. If you're considering booking a charter, don't hesitate. Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time fishing, you'll have an amazing time. We made incredible memories, caught a ton of fish, and can't wait to book another trip!
Michael CowanRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat family fishing!
5 Hour Trip — Jetty on July 29, 2026 • 5 adultsWe had a great day with Captain Matthew working several spots on the south Jetty. We got on the fish early and had a wide variety of fish. We pulled in reds, black drum, sheepshead, trout, and even some new fish to us with ribbonfish, ladyfish and a lookdown fish! Capt. Matthew was great to work with, keeping us informed on the fish types, habits and marine info. Great coaching getting my son to finally get the big red into the boat after a couple of missed opportunities!
Clarence SRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNewGreat Trip
5 Hour Trip — Jetty on October 31, 2026 • 3 adultsMatt was an OUTSTANDING Captain and guide. He explained the behavior patterns of the fish and he answered our questions. Matt was professional yet personable, he was more like a good friend to our group. We caught fish and had a great time. Afterwards he fileted our fish for us. We truly had an AWESOME time!!!
Jerry Polasek5.0VerifiedNewSon caught his personal best!
4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing on October 25, 2026 • 5 adults • 1 childThe Captain, Matt, tried his best to give us a great fishing adventure and he was able to provide my sons dream catch 37 inch Bull Redfish. We highly recommend this charter. We were able to catch the bull reds around the jetties on Oct 25, 2026!
William Jackson5.0VerifiedNewVery professional.
5 Hour Trip — Jetty on October 7, 2026 • 6 adultsVery professional and helpful; it definitely shows that he has great experience with getting people who have not done that type of fishing before, and I would definitely recommend it for a business trip.
Christopher MaxRepeat angler5.0VerifiedGreat Fishing and son’s PB
5 Hour Trip — Jetty on May 29, 2026 • 5 adults • 2 childrenHad a great time with CPT Matt. nice big clean boat handled the waves well and got us out to the jetties quickky. We got om fish quixkly and pulled in Drum, Sheepshead, and Redfish. Also the annoying Ladyfish and Hardheads. Had a couple large Jacks break off line. The highlight was by far my 12 yr old son bringing in a 44in Bull Red on 15 lb mono!
- Mike Mcdonald5.0Verified
amazing Fourth of July trip!
4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing on July 2, 2026 • 4 adultsFelt like we had a great captain. My boys and I do this every year and have done so for the past 10 years. The three of them are in their 20s and the captain was determined to make sure everyone caught some great fish. Here’s a fun guy and very knowledgeable and we had a blast to build some great memories. Very pleased!
Adedeji Akindele AloRepeat angler5.0VerifiedNewGreat with family with kids
4 Hour – Inshore Jetty Fishing on October 12, 2026 • 4 adults • 2 childrenCaptain was very kind and patient with the little. Even after our time expired, he was still working hard to snag up a fish. I highly recommend him.
Larry Gonzales5.0Verifiedgreat trip for our family!
5 Hour Trip — Shark Hunt/Bull Reds on August 22, 2026 • 2 adultsCaptain Matt was great! we really enjoyed our trip. I let Captain Matt know my 24 year old was special needs and maybe needed some extra help. Captain Matt took the time to explain things to my son; even when things were crazy and we were bringing in the shark. I appreciate the extra effort.
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We had a great fishing trip with Matt yesterday fishing the Jettys. My grandson who is 7 and loves fishing had a great time, he caught Spanish Marlin among several other things! Matt also let my grand real in a big red the he had hooked which was a really cool experience for him. As a predominately freshwater fisherman I also had a great time catching some new species that I've never caught as well. We had 3 other members of our family with us and we all had a blast. I highly recommend and I look foward to coming back for the "Shark Hunt" fishing trip in the near future! - Thanks Matt, appreciate it bro.
If you're looking for an incredible fishing charter, look no further! We had a group of six, including four kids under 16, and it was an unforgettable experience from start to finish. Every single person in our group caught at least five fish, and a few of us caught even more! Our captain knew exactly where to go, kept us on the fish all morning, and made sure everyone had an opportunity to reel in plenty of catches. What really set this trip apart was his patience with the kids. He took the time to help them, answer their endless questions, untangle lines, and cheer them on with every catch. He made each of them feel like a pro, and they haven't stopped talking about the trip since. Beyond being an outstanding captain, he was genuinely fun to spend the day with. We loved hearing his stories, learning about the local waters and fishing techniques, and just chatting throughout the trip. His knowledge, professionalism, and great sense of humor made the entire experience even better. If you're considering booking a charter, don't hesitate. Whether you're an experienced angler or it's your first time fishing, you'll have an amazing time. We made incredible memories, caught a ton of fish, and can't wait to book another trip!
We had a great jetty fishing trip! The captain was friendly, knowledgeable, and made the experience enjoyable from start to finish. We caught plenty of fish, and he even cleaned, prepped, and bagged our catch for us at the dock. As a bonus, we found a local spot called Huli Huli Hut where they would cook your fresh catch, which made for a fantastic meal. The boat itself shows some wear and tear cosmetically, but the outboards are newer, and the boat handled the weather and waves very well. Any issues were purely cosmetic and did not affect the trip. Overall, we had a great experience and would definitely book with them again if we’re back in the area.
We had a great day with Captain Matthew working several spots on the south Jetty. We got on the fish early and had a wide variety of fish. We pulled in reds, black drum, sheepshead, trout, and even some new fish to us with ribbonfish, ladyfish and a lookdown fish! Capt. Matthew was great to work with, keeping us informed on the fish types, habits and marine info. Great coaching getting my son to finally get the big red into the boat after a couple of missed opportunities!
Matt was an OUTSTANDING Captain and guide. He explained the behavior patterns of the fish and he answered our questions. Matt was professional yet personable, he was more like a good friend to our group. We caught fish and had a great time. Afterwards he fileted our fish for us. We truly had an AWESOME time!!!
