Betty Lou Fish Co. 

4.9
(10 reviews)
 8166 Shore Drive, Norfolk, VA 23518, United States

Betty Lou Fish Co. 

Norfolk, VA, United States
24 ft
5
4.9
(10 reviews)

If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in Norfolk, look no further than Betty Lou Fish Co. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Nathan can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Cobia, Redfish, Black Drum, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Blacktip Shark, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

On these trips sight fishing for Cobia and Red Drum will be the focus.
Alternatively you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Nathan also offers fly fishing.

Trips with Betty Lou Fish Co. are open to the whole family, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to keep 'em happy!

Capt. Nathan will bring you aboard a 24' Century center console with space for 5 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's always wise to bring a hat, sunglasses (polarized if you have them), bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Betty Lou Fish Co.

If you're ready to get hooked on fishing in Norfolk, look no further than Betty Lou Fish Co. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Nathan can tell you all about them.

These waters are known for Cobia, Redfish, Black Drum, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Flounder, Blacktip Shark, and more – with any luck, they'll make your reel scream.

On these trips sight fishing for Cobia and Red Drum will be the focus.
Alternatively you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light tackle. Capt. Nathan also offers fly fishing.

Trips with Betty Lou Fish Co. are open to the whole family, so feel free to make a family day out of it! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are permitted onboard — bring your favorites to keep 'em happy!

Capt. Nathan will bring you aboard a 24' Century center console with space for 5 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Rods, reels, and tackle are covered by the charter, as well as lures. Live bait is on offer, but be sure to ask about it so you know if you'll be catching it yourself.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, so all you have to do is show up ready for a good time! Keep in mind that some fish may have harvest limits or closed seasons. Simply ask and your captain can tell you more.

It's always wise to bring a hat, sunglasses (polarized if you have them), bottled water, and sunscreen (non-spray). Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now and then the fish might get away, but a day on the water never should. So make it happen, with Betty Lou Fish Co.

Nathan Horrell
Captain
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Half Day Trip (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Cobia
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $650
Entire boat: up to 5 people
3/4 Day Trip
In high demand Last booked: 2 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Cobia
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $850
Entire boat: up to 5 people
Full Day Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 9:00 AM
Cobia
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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4.9
10 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Laith Khasawneh
Laith Khasawneh
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2026
4.7
Verified
New
Unfortunate weather, good trip
3/4 Day Trip on August 23, 20262 adults

We set out with captain nate for the day, and unfortunately the weather didnt allow for much fish activity but we were at least able to catch a few blues at the start. Super knowledgable and i really like his hands on approach to teaching others to fish, unlike other charters where half the work is done for you. Would definitely recommend.

Ryan Rowse
Ryan Rowse
us
New Mexico, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Great Boat and Great Captain!
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 28, 20264 adults

Fishing was very slow the day we went out, but thats why it's called "fishing" and not "catching"! It was certainly not for lack of effort however. Captain Nate was very knowledgeable about the bay area and did all he could to get us hooked up! On the bright side, we had a GREAT dolphin display all around our boat that my wife and daughters will remember for a lifetime...

Scott Wheat
Scott Wheat
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2023
8 trips
5.0
Verified
New
great trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on August 21, 20262 adults1 child

Captain was great. He is fantastic with kids and very good at finding fish. We caught Cobia and I didn’t see other boats around us catching anything.

Reported catch:
Cobia
Spanish Mackerel
Richard Edwards
Richard Edwards
us
Texas, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
We had fun
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 13, 20264 adults

Captain Nate made it a great day, even though the fish were not cooperating (true on all of the boats we saw that morning). But we had a great time and caught one good size cobia.

Nathan Horrell
Response from Captain

Thanks Richard! I really enjoyed having ya’ll out on the water.

Christopher Dolan
Christopher Dolan
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Nathan
Full Day Trip on August 15, 20262 adults

FAQs about Betty Lou Fish Co.

Betty Lou Fish Co. offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - Half Day Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Full Day Trip (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Betty Lou Fish Co., you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
Trips booked with Betty Lou Fish Co. include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (Live bait is already on board )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Fish cleaning is included but a tip is appreciated.)
  • Fishing license (All licenses are included.)
  • Fly fishing equipment
Betty Lou Fish Co. offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing (Along the beaches and inlets off VA Beach area)
  • Nearshore fishing (Chesapeake Bay sightfishing)
  • Wreck fishing (Nearshore wrecks)
Betty Lou Fish Co. offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing (For cobia, flounder and others)
  • Trolling (Spanish mackerel)
  • Spinning (Sight fishing for cobia and redfish)
  • Jigging (Bucktail jigs used for sight fishing)
  • Popping (Surface poppers can be used when sight fishing)
  • Fly fishing (For expert fly casters)
  • Drift fishing (Chumming and drifting for cobia)
Top targeted fish species with Betty Lou Fish Co. include:
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout

Your captain

Nathan Horrell
Nathan Horrell

Norfolk, Virginia, United States

ID & license verified
10 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since July 2024

Benefit from Capt. Nathan's ten years of recreational experience and knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Norfolk. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Nathan Horrell
Nathan Horrell
Fully verified
10
reviews
2024
member since
~1h
response
Benefit from Capt. Nathan's ten years of recreational experience and knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Norfolk. The crew will demonstrate techniques such as bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, drifting, jigging, fly fishing, or something unique to the area. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Redfish
Redfish
Blacktip Shark
Blacktip Shark
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel

Real catches by this captain

  • Great Boat and Great Captain!
    Ryan R.
    Ryan R.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2000
Boat manufacturer
Century
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Honda
Powered by
1 x 250HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Along the beaches and inlets off VA Beach area
Nearshore Fishing
Chesapeake Bay sightfishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
For cobia, flounder and others
Trolling
Spanish mackerel
Spinning
Sight fishing for cobia and redfish
Jigging
Bucktail jigs used for sight fishing
Popping
Surface poppers can be used when sight fishing
Fly Fishing
For expert fly casters
Drift Fishing
Chumming and drifting for cobia

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
Live bait is already on board
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fish cleaning is included but a tip is appreciated.
Fishing license
All licenses are included.
Fly fishing equipment

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
If possible bring a pfd for children under 90 lbs
You keep catch
Following all VA regulations
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 Norfolk right now

Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
RedfishRedfish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout

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