Knot Tuggin' Sportfishing
Knot Tuggin’ Sportfishing welcomes you to Virginia Beach, Virginia. Come join Captain Zach and embark on the area’s lovely inshore, nearshore, and offshore waters to chase a host of interesting and prized species. Captain Zach is a lifelong angler who’ll see to it that you enjoy your trip and land a fine catch. Join him aboard Knot Tuggin’ and spend wonderful moments on the water!
The captain uses a 35’ Carolina Classic offshore sport fishing boat that can sit up to 6 guests. It’s powered by twin 480 HP Cummins engines that will get you to the fishing grounds fast and comfortably. For navigation, there are full-featured electronics needed for efficient movement. Knot Tuggin’ has all the amenities to keep you comfortable while on your trip. A great working A/C and heat, kitchen with a microwave to heat up your lunch, full head, couches, and plenty of storage for all your gear and fish! The boat alsp is equipped with outriggers and a livewell. A first mate will also join you aboard.
You’ll go after Mahi Mahi, Black Seabass, Yellowfin Tuna, Tautog, Spadefish, Wahoo, and many more. You can bottom fish, deep sea fish, troll, spin, jig, and pop. You’re free to keep your catch and you can bring kids on your trip.
The only thing you will need to bring is whatever you’d like to eat and drink for the day. Sunscreen (please no spray sunscreen as it stains the boat) and sunglasses are recommended. Captain Zach provides all the fishing equipment, as well as your fishing license.
Please give the captain a call to set up your trip of a lifetime!
Knot Tuggin’ Sportfishing welcomes you to Virginia Beach, Virginia. Come join Captain Zach and embark on the area’s lovely inshore, nearshore, and offshore waters to chase a host of interesting and prized species. Captain Zach is a lifelong angler who’ll see to it that you enjoy your trip and land a fine catch. Join him aboard Knot Tuggin’ and spend wonderful moments on the water!
The captain uses a 35’ Carolina Classic offshore sport fishing boat that can sit up to 6 guests. It’s powered by twin 480 HP Cummins engines that will get you to the fishing grounds fast and comfortably. For navigation, there are full-featured electronics needed for efficient movement. Knot Tuggin’ has all the amenities to keep you comfortable while on your trip. A great working A/C and heat, kitchen with a microwave to heat up your lunch, full head, couches, and plenty of storage for all your gear and fish! The boat alsp is equipped with outriggers and a livewell. A first mate will also join you aboard.
You’ll go after Mahi Mahi, Black Seabass, Yellowfin Tuna, Tautog, Spadefish, Wahoo, and many more. You can bottom fish, deep sea fish, troll, spin, jig, and pop. You’re free to keep your catch and you can bring kids on your trip.
The only thing you will need to bring is whatever you’d like to eat and drink for the day. Sunscreen (please no spray sunscreen as it stains the boat) and sunglasses are recommended. Captain Zach provides all the fishing equipment, as well as your fishing license.
Please give the captain a call to set up your trip of a lifetime!
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Kenneth Darlin5.0Verifiedmission successful
Full day – Wreck Fishing on July 19, 2026 • 2 adults • 1 childTook my 9 yr old to catch fish, she got a bit sick at the windmills but still caught two sea bass. We came closer in as she was done and caught a mackerel or two. Great trip and wonderful captain and crew. highly recommend
Cameron Mitchell5.0VerifiedGreat Fishing Trip
Full day – Mahi Mahi on August 22, 2026 • 6 adultsCapt Zach Castro and Hunter were awesome. I would definitely recommend going out on afishing trip with them.
Brittany Doughtie5.0The Knot Tuggin delivers again! Epic offshore action!! 6 Tuna, 1 Gaffer, and a Captain Who Never Quit! 🔥
Full day – Offshore on August 14, 2025⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ What an incredible day offshore aboard the Knot Tuggin! We ended the trip with 6 tuna and a gaffer, and the action was nonstop. Captain went above and beyond, doing everything possible to put us on fish and keep us on them all day long. His knowledge, work ethic, and determination really showed, and it made for an unforgettable experience. The boat was great, the trip was well organized, and the fishing was outstanding. If you're looking for a captain who will work hard to make sure you have the best chance at success, look no further. Highly recommend Knot Tuggin Sportfishing, and we can't wait to get back out there and do it again! 🎣🐟🔥
Wallace Martin5.0VerifiedAn Incredible Tuna Trip out of Virginia Beach!
Full day – Offshore on August 11, 2025 • 5 adultsWe had the most amazing fishing adventure this August out of Virginia Beach! We booked a12 hr trip and wrapped it up an hour early after meeting the daily limit, and it was worth every minute. The weather was perfect, the ocean was calm 55 miles out, and Captain Zach and Mate Hunter running the trip knew exactly what they were doing. The boat was really well setup, and really comfortable for the ride. Tuna fishing in August out of VB is spotty I’m told, and they absolutely delivered — helping us bring in 12 beautiful yellowfin tuna (about 200 pounds of fillets) by the end of the day. Each hookup was pure adrenaline, and the excitement on board was contagious. The crew kept everything running smoothly, from setting lines to giving tips that really made a difference. Not only did we come home with coolers full of fresh tuna, but it was a great chance for our family to create lifelong memories of teamwork and laughter. If you’re looking for a top-notch offshore fishing experience out of Virginia Beach, Knot Tugging should be your first call. (757) 685-6873.
John Balentine5.0Verified5 Stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️
Full day – Wreck Fishing on June 16, 2025 • 6 adultsSurprised my son for his 16th birthday with his closest buddies for a day of fishing on the Knot Tuggin. Zach and Hunter were great with the teens ensuring they were safe and successful fisherman. I highly recommend this trip. We went home with our limit and enjoyed fish tacos for dinner.
Justin Dahlmeyer5.0VerifiedAwesome time fishing
Half Day – Inshore on June 30, 2024 • 4 adults • 2 childrenTook my father in law and two sons (7&9) with me on their charter. Had an awesome time and the captain and first mate are top notch. They took care of everything and put us on some bull reds. Made great memories with my boys. Thank you guys. You will be seeing me again for sure.
Myra Tunstall5.0VerifiedHalf Day Trip with Zack Castro and Knot Tuggin
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on May 13, 2023 • 2 adultsThis was one of the best charters I have been on. Capt Zachary put us onto a school of huge drum. We also picked up several Spanish mackerel and taylor Blue. Another shout out to the captain for rescuing two jet skiers who had flipped their vessel. If you are looking for a professional and caring captain, you won't go wrong here. I will definitely book another charter with Knot Tuggin.
Annie Duchesne5.0VerifiedGreat fishing experience!
3 Hour Trip – Inshore (AM) on August 12, 2023 • 4 adultsThank you for a great fishing experience in Virginia Beach! We will definitely book another trip if we come back here and we highly recommend it to anyone.
Travis Clower5.0VerifiedAugust fishing trip
Full day – Offshore on August 11, 2023 • 5 adults • 3 children
Alisha MorelandRepeat angler5.0VerifiedFull day offshore
Full day – Offshore on July 17, 2022 • 6 adultsIt was the best trip. I will definitely be coming back.
FAQs about Knot Tuggin' Sportfishing
- US $675 per group - Half Day – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $675 per group - Half Day – Inshore - 1:00 PM (4 hours)
- US $925 per group - 3/4 Day – Inshore (6 hours)
- US $925 per group - 3/4 Day – Inshore - 1:00 PM (6 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Full day – Mahi Mahi (8 hours)
- US $1,800 per group - Full day – Wreck Fishing (8 hours)
- US $3,000 per group - Full day – Offshore (12 hours)
- Toilet Full working bathroom onboard
- Air conditioning
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Bed
- Flybridge
- Live bait well
- Kitchen
- Refrigerator
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Live bait (Certain trips we will use live bait that we supply )
- Lures
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Some trips we offer complimentary fish cleaning )
- First mate (There will always be a first mate on all trips, and 20% tip is customary )
- Fishing license (All license are provided by us)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (Up to 70 Nautical miles)
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Jigging
- Popping
- Deep sea fishing
- Bluefish (Tailor)
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Marlin (White)
- Redfish
- Seabass (Black)
- Spadefish
- Spanish Mackerel
- Tautog
- Tilefish
- Tuna (Yellowfin)
- Wahoo
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