Catherine C. Charters 

5.0
(237 reviews)
 308 Mediterranean Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, United States–

Catherine C. Charters 

Virginia Beach, VA, United States
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43 ft
6
5.0
(237 reviews)

Book your next trip with Catherine C. Charters and discover what makes fishing in Virginia Beach unique. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Bob knows them forwards and back.

Cobia, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and more could be biting, depending on when you go. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll using light tackle.  Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned Now that’s dinner!

You'll be casting lines from a spacious 43’ open cockpit vessel with toilet and shade awning, bench seating, and all modern sportfishing amenities. Lots of open sunny, and shady space for up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Bob has rods and reels for you.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing!

Planning a family adventure? Kids are welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. It's always wise to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Free fish cleaning included.

Catherine C. Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Virginia Beach. So, how about booking that trip?

Book your next trip with Catherine C. Charters and discover what makes fishing in Virginia Beach unique. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Bob knows them forwards and back.

Cobia, Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and more could be biting, depending on when you go. On the day of your trip, you're likely to troll using light tackle.  Any fish within the legal limit is yours to keep. Plus, you can have your catch cleaned Now that’s dinner!

You'll be casting lines from a spacious 43’ open cockpit vessel with toilet and shade awning, bench seating, and all modern sportfishing amenities. Lots of open sunny, and shady space for up to 6 passengers. It has all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. Capt. Bob has rods and reels for you.

Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. Mates often work for tips, and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip. There's no need to buy a fishing license, just show up ready for some fishing!

Planning a family adventure? Kids are welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. It's always wise to bring snacks, drinks, sunglasses, and sunblock (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. Free fish cleaning included.

Catherine C. Charters will make it easy for you to go fishing in Virginia Beach. So, how about booking that trip?

Bob Crisher
Captain
Bob Crisher
41 years of experience
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2 hr inshore fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
2 hour trip starts at 4:30 PM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $400
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing am
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 15
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing PM
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Haif day inshore fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:30 PM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $600
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 hr fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Sep 15
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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5.0
237 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
5.0
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (336)

What anglers say

99%
Great experience
98%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
99%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (237)

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Nick Durm
Nick Durm
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Core Family Memory in a 2hr trip!
2 hr inshore fishing on July 21, 2026 • 2 adults • 2 children

Fantastic evening on the water with Captain Bob and E! Family of 4 from WV, taking our two boys (11 & 9) out on the water for their first time. We instantly started catching Bluefish trolling out into the water and while the Mackrel were evading everyone tonight, our team made sure our boys made an everlasting memory for their first trip by hooking into a Sand Tiger shark! We also caught a couple Toadfish randomly as well! The sights were abundant as the captain put us right by swimming dolphins. We also saw some rays swimming about. Our experience was truly top notch and enjoyable. We would highly recommend letting Captain Bob and Catherine C Charters take care of your fishing needs for your next trip. We are already looking forward to our next family trip with them! Thanks again Captain Bob & E!!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bob Crisher
Response from Captain

thanks again Nick for booking us enjoyed having your family aboard sorry fishing was slow but sure glad you had a good time enjoy your vacation

Alison Adams
Alison Adams
us
Michigan, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great All Around Charter!
Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing am on May 24, 2026 • 2 adults

We signed up on an unseasonably chilly, overcast & rainy spring day so the fish weren’t biting. But Bob and his crewmate worked hard to find us a spot where the fish would cooperate but without any luck. We chose this charter for the good ratings & great things people had to say about Bob - and we’re glad we did! Bob was welcoming from the moment we arrived & apologized when the fish & the weather didn’t cooperate. Mother Nature had other plans. But we will be back! Probably a little closer to summer next time. I was in the area visiting my son who works for the Local 10 Union. We are from Michigan, so we were happy to be out on the water & just glad it wasn’t snowing! We still highly recommend Bob & this charter, no question 👍

Anna Bricker
Anna Bricker
Repeat angler
us
Kansas, US
Member since 2021
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great Captain & Crew Recommend 12 out of 10
6 hr fishing on August 7, 2026 • 3 adults • 2 children

It was a great day on the water, captain took us to a new spot after having a slow start to the week. We started catching quickly, after putting several Spanish Mackeral in the cooler, captain was determined to take us out and catch a big one. We got to experience it all. Catching a big one, reeling fish after fish in the boat and even caught a couple species that I had never seen. it was an amazing day spent with a knowledgeable captain and a first mate who hustled so hard to help us catch all the fish we could! definately recommend!

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Spanish Mackerel
Bob Crisher
Response from Captain

thaks again for booking us Anna glad you all had a good time

Michael Kwiatkowski
Michael Kwiatkowski
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Highlight of our trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing am on July 10, 2026 • 4 adults • 1 child

Captain Bob and the first mate were beyond great to my family. They catered to a group of mostly first timers on a charter boat, including my 6 year old son. They were patient and helpful every step of the way. Not only did my son get an experience in catching many fish (30+ makerel, and a 6-foot shark!), he also got an education in boating from captain Bob. We are grateful and appreciative! We would recommend this charter to anyone looking to enjoy a day of fishing, especially those that have a family with linited experience.

Reported catch:
Spanish Mackerel
Bob Crisher
Response from Captain

thanks again Michael loved having your family aboard im glad you all had s good time

Shamonica Christian
Shamonica Christian
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Best Birthday Ever!
2 hr inshore fishing on July 5, 2026 • 5 adults

I booked a trip to celebratey son’s birthday. He has only been fishing one time in his life (never caught anything). Today he caught THREE!!! The first fish of the day, a 45inch Cobia, not sure the second one but it was smaller, and the third one… A SHARK!!! Talk about one hell of a birthday!! I can’t thank Captain Bob and his crew ENOUGH for such an amazing experience, we will never ever forget this! 💙 CLEAN BOAT, SO NICE & Knowledgeable, extremely patient and encouraging when i say THE BEST EXPERIENCE EVER!!!

Reported catch:
Cobia
Spanish Mackerel

FAQs about Catherine C. Charters

Catherine C. Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 2 hr inshore fishing (2 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Haif day inshore fishing (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing am (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Half Day Trip – Inshore fishing PM (4 hours)
  • US $900 per group - 6 hr fishing (6 hours)
When you book a trip with Catherine C. Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Catherine C. Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • First mate
  • Fishing license
Catherine C. Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
Catherine C. Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
Top targeted fish species with Catherine C. Charters include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Redfish
  • Spanish Mackerel

Your captain

Bob Crisher
Bob Crisher
Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
113 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
237 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since June 2023
Angler's Choice
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Get ready for an incredible fishing experience with Captain Bob Crisher, who has an impressive 38 years of fishing experience. Hop aboard our spacious 43' Donelle and go trolling for exciting catches like Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and many others. Customers can't stop raving about the roomy vessel and Captain Bob's incredible expertise. Join him for a memorable fishing trip that you'll be talking about for years to come!
Bob Crisher
Bob Crisher
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
113
reports
237
reviews
2023
member since
~1h
response
Get ready for an incredible fishing experience with Captain Bob Crisher, who has an impressive 38 years of fishing experience. Hop aboard our spacious 43' Donelle and go trolling for exciting catches like Redfish, Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, and many others. Customers can't stop raving about the roomy vessel and Captain Bob's incredible expertise. Join him for a memorable fishing trip that you'll be talking about for years to come!

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • A smiling angler enjoying a day on the boat, showcasing the interior seating area while preparing for fishing.
    Brandy G.
    Brandy G.
    Captain Bob and His Mate E was great . Hreat communication. very Nice we hada great fishing trip with captain Bob . His Mate he as very helpful and both were very nice .
  • A group of anglers proudly posing with their catch of various fish, including sharks, displayed on a board after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    +2
    Blacktip Shark
    Scott S.
    Scott S.
    Spanish mackerel were abound, lots of False Albacore, 4 Sharks. all of the fishing guys had a great time. It was rough going at first with 3 ft rollers, and 10 knots of wind, but Capt. Bob and Mate Gunner were the Stars today. they kept us in the fish for 85 % of the trip. All in all Great Day.
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a Sailfish on a fishing charter in open waters, showcasing a successful day on the ocean.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Sailfish
    Good fishing today even caught s small sailfish inshore
  • A young woman proudly displaying a Sailfish while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Sailfish
    Tyler H.
    Tyler H.
    Captain Bob and his grandson were great. They went out of their way to put us on some fish and we had a great time. I’d recommend this trip to anyone. We caught a bunch of mackeral and albacore. We also caught a cobia and a sailfish…..very unexpected
  • A young angler proudly displaying a caught fish while fishing on a boat, enjoying a sunny day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Spanish Mackerel
    Aaron I.
    Aaron I.
    Super friendly and personable! We caught a ton of fish and had great conversation with bob and his mate gunner! If you want a great experience I would highly recommend booking with bob!
  • Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, with a clear blue sky and ocean in the background.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Still mahi close to shore
  • Angler proudly displaying a vibrant Mahi Mahi on a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    David P.
    David P.
    Who would’ve ever thought that you can catch dolphin in September in Virginia.
  • An angler proudly displaying a vibrant Mahi Mahi while fishing offshore, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Very unusual to catch mahi on a inshore trip but the blue water had pushed in close enough to get s few
  • Two anglers proudly displaying a large Cobia on a fishing charter in open waters.
    James W.
    James W.
    My buddy and I took a day to plan a charter and we couldn't have been happier. We started catching fish right away. c 30 nice size Spanish Makerels (which was the limit) plus the catch of the day a 43" Cobia! Captain Bob and his First Mate were amazing as well. Very friendly, attentive, and literally made our trip effortless. We will definitely come back and book with Catherine C Charters again!!!
  • Two young anglers excitedly display a large Cobia caught during a family fishing trip on a boat.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Spanish Mackerel
    Peter H.
    Peter H.
    Captain and first mate were great. We caught a ton of fish and had a good time. They were excellent with my two sons. Highly recommend!!

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
43 ft
Year built
1998
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Donelle
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Cummins
Powered by
1 x 450HP
Max cruising speed
17 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Trolling
Spinning

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
First mate
Fishing license

How cancellations work

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.
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What the listing policies are

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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

What’s biting in Virginia Beach right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel

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