Maritime Mayhem Charter Service

Capt. John is retired Navy. He has spent his entire adult life on the water and has been fishing this area since 1995. The Captain and crew are experienced and dedicated to safety and your enjoyment.

Whether you are out for a citation Striper or Cobia, or looking for a relaxing day on the water sightseeing or bottom fishing for Spot and Croaker, you are sure to have a comfortable ride.

“Mayhem” is 43’ long and powered by twin 450 HP Detroit diesels. She has a full suite of electronics for navigation and fish finding. Mayhem boasts both heat and air conditioning inside her spacious cabin.

The boat has a flatscreen TV with DVD, am/fm radio, and a CD player. All the comforts of home at your disposal. There is also a futon, two swivel recliners and plenty of room in the cockpit to relax and fish.

Bring your food and your drinks, sunscreen, sunglasses and a desire for a fun day. We cannot guarantee you will catch fish but believe me, if you don’t, it won’t be because we don’t try! Our pleasure is seeing you have a good time.

Our full day trips are eight hours from leaving the dock to return to the dock. Half days are four hours “dock to dock”. We can carry up to 6 passengers. Prices are “for the boat” and do not include the mate’s tip, which is normally 20% of the total fee

From pleasure cruising to bottom fishing or trolling for the big ones, Maritime Mayhem Charter Service encourages you to come enjoy a day on the beautiful waterways of Virginia and create memories to last a lifetime!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Half Day AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $600
    New to the sport? Have youngsters with a shorter attention span? Honey-do list too long? For whatever reason you can’t do the full day trip, this is for you. Our close proximity to the fish allow us to fish for cobia, spanish mackeral, drum and other species, just for less time. Let the skipper know your preference and he will let you know what is running or just trust he will put you on what is out there.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day Mid
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 11:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $600
    New to the sport? Have youngsters with a shorter attention span? Honey-do list too long? For whatever reason you can’t do the full day trip, this is for you. Our close proximity to the fish allow us to fish for cobia, spanish mackeral, drum and other species, just for less time. Let the skipper your your preference and he will let you know what is running or just trust he will put you on what is out there.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Half Day PM
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 3:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $600
    New to the sport? Have youngsters with a shorter attention span? Honey-do list too long? For whatever reason you can’t do the full day trip, this is for you. Our close proximity to the fish allow us to fish for cobia, spanish mackeral, drum and other species, just for less time. Let the skipper know your preference and he will let you know what is running or just trust he will put you on what is out there.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day AM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $850
    3/4 Day It’s almost a full day but you save 2 hours for your commute or getting ready for dinner. Fish for mackerel, Cobia, drum or flounder. We will do our best to get you on what you want or at least what’s biting. Be sure to communicate with the captain when he calls you!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day PM
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 12:30 PM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $850
    3/4 Day It’s almost a full day but you save 2 hours for your commute or getting ready for dinner. Fish for mackerel, Cobia, drum or flounder. We will do our best to get you on what you want or at least what’s biting. Be sure to communicate with the captain when he calls you!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Full Day Inshore
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $1,150
    We will fish the mouth of the bay and nearby waters. You will have the advantage of a full 8 hours onboard. We will be after blues, spanish mackerel, cobia, drum flounder and other soecies that inhabit these waters. Check with the captain to see what’s happening. He wont steer you wring!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Flounder
    Flounder
  • Private trip
    Extended full day trip
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 20 - Sep 30
    US $1,450
    On this trip we will have time to anchor for still fishing targeting species such ss Cobia, Tautog, Sheepshead and others as well as troll for Blues, Spanish Mackeral and even King Mackeral. Come prepared with all you will need for a full 10 hours on the water. Drinks, food, sunscreen. Anything you think you will need!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day-Wreck Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Oct 31
    US $1,750
    This trip is a real treat. We will travel EAST 30-45 miles to the wrecks to drop for Seabass, Tautog, Triggerfish and other wreck inhabitants. Depending on the day there may also be a shot at Mahi-Mahi! Come prepared for a long day on the water!
    Targeted fish
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish

FAQs about Maritime Mayhem Charter Service

Maritime Mayhem Charter Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $600 per group - Half Day AM (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Mid (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day PM (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day AM (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day PM (6 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Full Day Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,450 per group - Extended full day trip (10 hours)
  • US $1,750 per group - Extended Full Day-Wreck Fishing (10 hours)

When you book a trip with Maritime Mayhem Charter Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Enclosed
  • Air Conditioning
  • Fighting Chair
  • GPS Dual
  • Fishfinder Dual
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Multimedia System CD and am/fm radio
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Maritime Mayhem Charter Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait (On Cobia and Striper trips)
  • Lures
  • First Mate (Mate works for tips. 20% is standard)
  • Fishing License

Maritime Mayhem Charter Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Rappahanock)
  • Inshore Fishing (Chesapeake Bay)
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing

Maritime Mayhem Charter Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Maritime Mayhem Charter Service include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)

Meet the Captain

John Satterly
Hampton, Virginia, United States
9 Fishing Reports
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136 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since March 2018
Angler's Choice
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Capt John is retired Navy. He has spent his whole adult life at sea and has been fishing in the area since the mid-90s. Capt John started out fishing on smaller boats, working his way up to bigger and bigger vessels, and finally acquiring the 46-footer he runs now. His favorite thing about fishing is seeing the smiles on people's faces. Nobody can guarantee the catch, but he will do everything he can to make sure people have a great time

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi) Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)

Boat specs

Post (Sportfishing) originally built in 1984. Powered by 2 450HP Detroit 671 TBI engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 22 knots.

Length
43 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Rappahanock
Inshore Fishing
Chesapeake Bay
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
Enclosed
Air Conditioning
Fighting Chair
GPS
Dual
Fishfinder
Dual
Flybridge

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
On Cobia and Striper trips
Lures
First Mate
Mate works for tips. 20% is standard
Fishing License

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
Aged 3 and up. Kids always welcome!
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 136 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (130)
Fishing with John
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Angler rating
134
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
86%
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Jennifer C.
Hartfield, VA
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5 STAR WHOLE DAY COBIA TRIP

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Cobia on July 3, 2023
I tried uploading the other photos, hopefully they will upload soon.  We had an amazing day with Captain John! From the moment...
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It is why they call it fishing

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip - Cobia on July 14, 2023
Capt.John and Ron made it a wonderful trip.  We didn’t catch, but they did everything they knew and every superstition in...
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Don D.
Kilmarnock, Virginia
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Half day trip with Captain John

VERIFIED   Half Day Bottom-You Bring Bait (AM) on July 10, 2023
This trip was exactly what I was looking for. I had out of town family of all ages and could only fit in a half day trip. The...
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Jennifer G.
Mechanicsville, VA
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Birthday surprise for my husband

VERIFIED   Half Day Bottom-You Bring Bait (AM) on June 19, 2023
We had a great day with Captain John on the Maritime Mayhem.  He instructed us on the proper bait and what to bring.  The...
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Josh F.
Wingate, PA
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Half day spot fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Bottom-You Bring Bait (PM) on July 11, 2023
My wife, two sons (12 and 16) and I had a great trip.  We caught a pile of fish, and had good conversation as well.  Boat...
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