Hookz Sportfishing 

4.8
(6 reviews)
 1016 Michaelwood Drive, Virginia Beach, VA 23452, United States

Hookz Sportfishing 

Virginia Beach, VA, United States
25 ft
4
4.8
(6 reviews)

Looking to cast a line in Virginia Beach? Hookz Sportfishing is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Tom knows them forwards and back.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Cobia, Black Drum, Flounder, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Tautog, Sheepshead, and whatever else takes the bait. On the day of your trip you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Capt. Tom runs a 25' center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Tom will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Virginia Beach for yourself, with Hookz Sportfishing!

Looking to cast a line in Virginia Beach? Hookz Sportfishing is your ticket! Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Tom knows them forwards and back.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Cobia, Black Drum, Flounder, Spadefish, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Speckled Trout, Redfish, Tautog, Sheepshead, and whatever else takes the bait. On the day of your trip you're likely to troll and bottom fish using light tackle.

Planning a family adventure? Kids are absolutely welcome! If you don't have a child-sized life vest of your own, be sure to ask if there's one on board. Feel free to bring your own snacks to ward off any mid-trip fatigue!

Capt. Tom runs a 25' center console with space for 4 passengers. It comes with everything you need for a productive day on the water. Capt. Tom will supply rods and reels for you, as well as lures. Live bait is available, but you should ask the captain whether you'll be catching it yourself.

There will be a First Mate on board to help your trip run smoothly. Mates often work for tips and it's customary to offer them a 10–20% tip.

Your fishing license for the day is covered by the charter boat, just show up ready for some fishing! Some fish have special regulations, including when you can keep them. Your captain will help you follow regulations while you fish.

It's recommended to bring sunglasses, sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and a hat. If you'd like to bring other drinks, just ask. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, but try to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Now's the time to experience fishing in Virginia Beach for yourself, with Hookz Sportfishing!

Tom Zelibor
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4 Hour Trip –Puppy Drum&Trout Inlet
In high demand Last booked: 1 day ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 1 - Dec 31
Redfish
Speckled Trout
US $400
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+6
US $600
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+6
US $800
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Cobia
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
Redfish
+6
US $1,000
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Bluefin Tuna
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 5:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Dec 1 - Feb 28
Cobia
Tuna (Bluefin)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Black Drum
+7
US $1,200
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Rating

4.8
6 reviews
5.0
Boat & equipment
4.8
Captain & crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

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Grant Knighton
Grant Knighton
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Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
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Fantastic day on the water
6 Hour Trip – Inshore on April 15, 20262 adults

My Son and I booked this trip because my son had never caught a Tog before and that's what was biting. We caught like 25 tog it was a fantastic day. Tom the captain and his mate Toby were great . Great tackle, boat and bait you can tell that he puts his time in on the water. We will be fishing with him again. Thank you for checking off tog on my son's bucket list. Thank you again for everything

Reported catch:
Tautog
Kassandra Morris
Kassandra Morris
us
Idaho, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Captain Tom was awesome!
2-Hour Sunset Tour on April 6, 20263 adults

We booked rhe sunset cruise and even though we didn't fish, I cannot recommend Captain Tom highly enough. He was down to earth, engaged and knowledgeable. We got to see dolphins up close and from his exact words "this never happens!" Great time!

Brent Conkle
Brent Conkle
Repeat angler
us
West Virginia, US
Member since 2023
4 trips
4.3
Verified
June fishing trip
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 16, 20263 adults1 child

Kelly Lanza
Kelly Lanza
Repeat angler
us
Virginia, US
Member since 2025
6 trips
5.0
Verified
A great day
4 Hour Trip – Inshore on June 28, 20253 adults

Capt tried and tried to get us a Cobia. It didn’t happen but he made sure we still came home with plenty of other fish. He spent the time making sure we had a great day. Toby the mate was very good and took care of everything we needed. We learned a lot and had a great day.

Reported catch:
Bluefish (Tailor)
Gregory Etheridge
Gregory Etheridge
Repeat angler
us
North Carolina, US
Member since 2019
4 trips
The captain canceled
October 25, 2025
Trip was supposed to happen on October 25, 2025

The charter operator canceled 1 days prior to the trip date. This is an automated posting.

FAQs about Hookz Sportfishing

Hookz Sportfishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group - 4 Hour Trip –Puppy Drum&Trout Inlet (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
  • US $800 per group - 6 Hour Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip – Inshore (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Bluefin Tuna (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Hookz Sportfishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live bait well
  • Wireless trolling motor
  • Ice box
Trips booked with Hookz Sportfishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (We usually don't fish for live bait with the customers. We have it on hand before the trip )
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (The fish cleaning is included if you tip the mate 15-20 percent )
  • First mate (Tips are customary and are usually 15-20 percent. The mate works hard for his or her money )
  • Fishing license (No need to get a fishing license. The boat is fully licensed for all people on the boat )
Hookz Sportfishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Hookz Sportfishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Popping
Top targeted fish species with Hookz Sportfishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish (Tailor)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Speckled Trout
  • Tautog

Your captain

Tom Zelibor
Tom Zelibor

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

ID & license verified
6 Customer reviews
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Member since May 2025

Benefit from Capt. Tom's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Virginia Beach. Keep your eyes peeled for Flounder, Spadefish and Black Drum as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

Tom Zelibor
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2025
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Benefit from Capt. Tom's extensive knowledge of the local fishing areas and ensure a memorable fishing trip for your group in Virginia Beach. Keep your eyes peeled for Flounder, Spadefish and Black Drum as you try your hand at bottom fishing, spinning, popping, trolling, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spadefish
Spadefish
Spanish Mackerel
Spanish Mackerel
Speckled Trout
Speckled Trout
Tautog
Tautog
Black Drum
Black Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
4 persons
Boat length
25 ft
Year built
2024
Boat manufacturer
Southern Cross
Boat type
Center console
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Popping

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 usually don't fish for live bait with the customers. We have it on hand before the trip
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
The fish cleaning is included if you tip the mate 15-20 percent
First mate
Tips are customary and are usually 15-20 percent. The mate works hard for his or her money
Fishing license
No need to get a fishing license. The boat is fully licensed for all people on the boat

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.

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What the listing policies are

Pickup included in price
Transfer from hotels or jetties in Virginia Beach to departure site is available and included in trip rates.
Child friendly
We love having kids on board. Teaching conservation and how to fish is our ultimate goal
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

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 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.

What’s biting in Virginia Beach right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
Bluefish (Tailor)Bluefish (Tailor)
CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
RedfishRedfish
SheepsheadSheepshead
SpadefishSpadefish
Spanish MackerelSpanish Mackerel
Speckled TroutSpeckled Trout
TautogTautog

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