Jolly Dolphin Charters 

4.8/5 (21 reviews)
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 Back Creek Road 1742, Seaford, VA 23696, United States

Jolly Dolphin Charters 

Seaford, VA, United States
19 ft
4
4.8/5 (21 reviews)

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At jolly dolphin Charters, we provide exceptional fishing experiences through our charter packages, catering to families, adventurers, and corporate groups. With over 10 years of expertise fishing the Chesapeake bay, we are devoted to ensuring a memorable journey on the water.
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At jolly dolphin Charters, we provide exceptional fishing experiences through our charter packages, catering to families, adventurers, and corporate groups. With over 10 years of expertise fishing the Chesapeake bay, we are devoted to ensuring a memorable journey on the water.
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Trip availability and prices

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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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Basic package Half day (AM)
In high demand Last booked: 4 days ago
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+5
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Basic package Half day (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+5
US $550
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Basic package Full day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - Nov 30
Bass (Striped)
Black Drum
Redfish
Spanish Mackerel
+5
US $750
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Spring Tautog full Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Mar 18 - Mar 31
Tautog
US $850
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Trophy Rock Fish
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jan 3 - Jan 15
Bass (Striped)
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Elite Sports Package Full day Cobia
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Jun 1 - Sep 15
Cobia
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Elite sports Package full day Drum
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 1 - May 31
Redfish
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
21 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Kimberly Wade
Kimberly Wade
us
Pennsylvania, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
great experience
Basic package Half day (PM) on June 23, 20263 adults1 child

This was our first time out fishing and we all had s great time. We caught some fish and the captain and his crew mate were very helpful and knowledgeable! we will definitely return in the future!

Nicholas Ward
Nicholas Ward
Repeat angler
us
New York, US
Member since 2022
4 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Awsome time
Basic package Half day (AM) on July 15, 20262 adults1 child

Had an awesome time. even with hard water conditions they put the effort in and came out with a massive winning fish in the end!!!

Adrian Roberts
Adrian Roberts
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
4 trips
5.0
Verified
Overcast Day
Basic package Half day (AM) on October 11, 20253 adults

My twin boys and I had an exciting trip with these two brothers. We had no issue locating pretty large fish and hanging 4 sheepshead, 2 black drum, and 1 pucker fish. Eventually we moved out and caught a few small trout which was interesting too. All in all, we will definitely recommend and the return for us may be very soon. Thanks guys for this experience!

Reported catch:
Black Drum
Sheepshead
Jolly Dolphin Charters
Response from Charter operator

thanks again guys! had an awesome time, glad we could get on the fish even in bad conditions!

Edward Maher
Edward Maher
Repeat angler
us
Maryland, US
Member since 2025
30 trips
5.0
Verified
New
Fishing with Stewart
Elite Sports Package Full day Cobia on June 20, 20262 adults

Reported catch:
Cobia
M Diaz Barriga
M Diaz Barriga
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Amazing
Basic package Half day (PM) on May 31, 20262 adults2 children

Cobia! Great fighters! Caught and released at least 10. Great Captain!

Jolly Dolphin Charters
Response from Charter operator

Had a blast with you guys, cant wait to do it again!

FAQs about Jolly Dolphin Charters

Jolly Dolphin Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $550 per group - Basic package Half day (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Basic package Half day (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - Basic package Full day (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - Spring Tautog full Day (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Elite Sports Package Full day Cobia (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Elite sports Package full day Drum (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - Trophy Rock Fish (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Jolly Dolphin Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Jolly Dolphin Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We will provide the necessary bait for the targeted species which could be blue crabs, fiddler crabs or live fish which we catch on the way out to the fishing grounds.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and filleting of fish is included other than Spanish Mackerel)
  • First mate (The First mate works for 20% tips and is available for all trips )
  • Fishing license (We offer a whole boat fishing license that covers all passengers on the boat. )
Jolly Dolphin Charters offers the following type of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
Jolly Dolphin Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
Top targeted fish species with Jolly Dolphin Charters include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Black Drum
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tautog

Your operator

Jolly Dolphin Charters
Jolly Dolphin Charters
Jolly Dolphin Charters

Seaford, Virginia, United States

35 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025
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.

At Jolly dolphin Charters, we provide exceptional fishing experiences through our charter packages, catering to families, adventurers, and corporate groups. With over 10 years of expertise fishing the Chesapeake bay, we are devoted to ensuring a memorable journey on the water.

35 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
21 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since April 2025
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.

At Jolly dolphin Charters, we provide exceptional fishing experiences through our charter packages, catering to families, adventurers, and corporate groups. With over 10 years of expertise fishing the Chesapeake bay, we are devoted to ensuring a memorable journey on the water.

The fish you can target

Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spadefish
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tautog
Tautog
Striped Bass
Striped Bass
Black Drum
Black Drum
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
19 ft
Year built
2003
Restored in
2025
Boat manufacturer
Carolina Skiff
Boat type
Skiff
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 140HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS
Fishfinder
Live bait well
Wireless trolling motor
Ice box

What's included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
We will provide the necessary bait for the targeted species which could be blue crabs, fiddler crabs or live fish which we catch on the way out to the fishing grounds.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Cleaning and filleting of fish is included other than Spanish Mackerel
First mate
The First mate works for 20% tips and is available for all trips
Fishing license
We offer a whole boat fishing license that covers all passengers on the boat.

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
Their is no age limit but with the uncertain weather the Chesapeake bay can present, trips with younger kids or kids prone to seasickness can be catered to more easy going fishing closer to shore or in fishing areas more protected from the wind and swells
You keep catch

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% 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

 PayPal

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