Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters 

4.9
(115 reviews)
 524 Winston Salem Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451, United States–

Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters 

Virginia Beach, VA, United States
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38 ft
6
4.9
(115 reviews)

Knot Tell'n Charters is a fully verified 100% legal, Coast Guard safety compliant fishing charter in Virginia Beach. We welcome everyone at all skill levels to come enjoy a great day of fishing with us!

Enjoy your fishing trip with Knot Tell'n Charters aboard our spacious Albemarle Express Sportfisher which comes powered by twin 565 HP Caterpillar C-9 Diesel engines for more security and speed. Albemarle boats are well known to be one of the best built production boats on the water.Our boat has a very wide 14.5 foot beam for better stability & space. It is fully rigged with all the newest top of the line navigational electronics, which include 3 chartplotters, 60 mile radar, 3 VHF radios, 2 fish finders, and GPS. We take safety very seriously & have more than standard safety equipment including an 8 man life raft, 2 EPIRB transmitters, Satellite phone, offshore life vests with indicator lights & all flare & signaling devices. The vessels interior is air-conditioned and has a nice Salon area with comfortable seating & A CLEAN PRIVATE RESTROOM along with a Galley area with microwave, fridge & freezer. The helm offers comfortable seating that keeps you near the action. The cockpit area is rigged for fishing. Including outriggers, center rigger, live well, two fish boxes, bait prep station with freezer, Brand new custom built 8 rod Teak Wood leaning post, 4 electric reel connectors & freshly installed Sea dek padded flooring for comfort.

Knot Tell'n Charters has a variety of packages to choose from. You can fish inshore near land for Cobia, Red Drum, Spanish or King mackerel, Spadefish, Flounder & More or head 50+ miles offshore to the Gulf Stream waters for various fish such as Mahi Mahi, White & Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Swordfish, Tilefish, Grouper, and Much More! We provide all licenses, ice, bait, lures & top of the line rods & reels for every trip. Just bring your own sun glasses, sunscreen, food & drinks.And we will do the rest. Free Fish Cleaning

Knot Tell'n Charters is a fully verified 100% legal, Coast Guard safety compliant fishing charter in Virginia Beach. We welcome everyone at all skill levels to come enjoy a great day of fishing with us!

Enjoy your fishing trip with Knot Tell'n Charters aboard our spacious Albemarle Express Sportfisher which comes powered by twin 565 HP Caterpillar C-9 Diesel engines for more security and speed. Albemarle boats are well known to be one of the best built production boats on the water.Our boat has a very wide 14.5 foot beam for better stability & space. It is fully rigged with all the newest top of the line navigational electronics, which include 3 chartplotters, 60 mile radar, 3 VHF radios, 2 fish finders, and GPS. We take safety very seriously & have more than standard safety equipment including an 8 man life raft, 2 EPIRB transmitters, Satellite phone, offshore life vests with indicator lights & all flare & signaling devices. The vessels interior is air-conditioned and has a nice Salon area with comfortable seating & A CLEAN PRIVATE RESTROOM along with a Galley area with microwave, fridge & freezer. The helm offers comfortable seating that keeps you near the action. The cockpit area is rigged for fishing. Including outriggers, center rigger, live well, two fish boxes, bait prep station with freezer, Brand new custom built 8 rod Teak Wood leaning post, 4 electric reel connectors & freshly installed Sea dek padded flooring for comfort.

Knot Tell'n Charters has a variety of packages to choose from. You can fish inshore near land for Cobia, Red Drum, Spanish or King mackerel, Spadefish, Flounder & More or head 50+ miles offshore to the Gulf Stream waters for various fish such as Mahi Mahi, White & Blue Marlin, Wahoo, Yellowfin Tuna, Swordfish, Tilefish, Grouper, and Much More! We provide all licenses, ice, bait, lures & top of the line rods & reels for every trip. Just bring your own sun glasses, sunscreen, food & drinks.And we will do the rest. Free Fish Cleaning

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November 2026
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Group Size
2 adults • 0 children
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4 Hour AM Inshore Half Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour PM Inshore Half Day
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Oct 15
Cobia
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Bluefish (Tailor)
Redfish
+1
US $650
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour AM Inshore Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 31
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Bull)
Shark (Sandbar)
+1
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
4 Hour PM Inshore Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip
May 15 - Oct 31
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Bull)
Shark (Sandbar)
+1
US $700
Entire boat: up to 6 people
6 HR Fall Red Drum & Shark Fishing
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Sep 25 - Oct 31
Redfish
Shark (Blacktip)
Shark (Tiger)
Shark (Bull)
+2
US $1,100
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Nearshore Bluefin Tuna 6 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 20 - Feb 15
Tuna (Bluefin)
US $1,350
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Nearshore Bluefin Tuna 8 HR
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Nov 20 - Feb 15
Tuna (Bluefin)
US $1,850
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Windfarm - Wreck Fishing 8 Hour
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Oct 1 - Dec 31
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Seabass (Black)
Bluefish (Tailor)
+4
US $1,975
Entire boat: up to 6 people

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Rating

4.9
115 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (165)

What anglers say

98%
Great experience
97%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
97%
Recommended
88%
Caught fish

Reviews (115)

  • Kenneth Ey
    Kenneth Ey
    us
    Maryland, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Half Day Inshore Fishing

    4 Hour PM Inshore Half Day on August 4, 2026 • 3 adults

    We booked a half day afternoon trip. Captain alerted us the day before of potential storms during our trip and asked us if we wanted to shift to the morning. We spent 4hrs trolling and fishing bouys and caught a couple spanish mackerel and a 46” Cobia. Captain Scott worked hard moving us from spot to spot and circling over Cobia spotted from the boat tower. Deckhand Jeffrey was great assisisting us and keeping the mood fun despite the lack of fish activity. We read several fishing reports on line that the fishing over the previous week was slow so our low take was consistent with that and jo fault of the captain. The boat was very clean, gear was in execellent condition and having a cabin with a head was great. Would highly recomend charting with Knott Tell’n!!

  • Eric Burden
    Eric Burden
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    Went above and beyond!

    Inshore 4 Hour Shark Fishing on July 25, 2025 • 6 adults

    We bought this as a birthday gift to my son. He wanted a sports fish trip to mark off his bucket list. We booked a 7AM 4hr trip and it was still a squelching hot day. We got a handful of spanish mackerel that they cleaned and took care of for us. We didn't get anything and was just getting frustrated, we had 2 hrs with just nothing. He kept us out longer to make sure we got something good. My son got to bring in a big Red Drum. They said it was about a 70 year old fish that weighed over 60lbs. My son was super happy with the ending. We were definitely appreciative of the Captain and his mate. They took good care of us, its a nice boat and we were comfortable even in the searing heat. Great experience!

  • Raymond Tucker
    Raymond Tucker
    Repeat angler
    us
    Texas, US
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Outstanding charter

    6 Hour Inshore Fishing on June 4, 2024 • 6 adults • 2 children

    I can't say enough about how great our outing was with the Captain and First Mate Jeffrey. The first 2 hours were fairly slow with only a couple fish landed (Mackerel and Bonita Tuna) but Jeffrey had told us that been pretty typical with an afternoon bite picking up recently. Like clockwork when it his 12 the rods started lighting up with fish after fish. Our group of 4 was having to get arm breaks when able as we often had 3 lines with bull reds on. We must have landed 25 or more bull reds over the next 3 hours. As the trip was for my nephews graduation I know it left a memory that will last a lifetime.

  • Gary Gregg
    Gary Gregg
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent !!!!!!!

    6 Hour Inshore - Cobia / Red Drum on May 8, 2025 • 4 adults

    Captain Scott and 1st Mate Jeffrey started out catching fish just out of port, when things slowed, we moved 5 miles and we were on the fish again. Once we caught enough to take home we went out a bit deeper and got on to a school of Red Drum. The Captain worked the boat to place us in the best situation possible to catch fish, and his 1st Mate worked the baits and rods. Had a lot of fun, definitely going back for more. Thank you

  • Brian Wilcox
    Brian Wilcox
    us
    Washington State, US
    Member since 2023
    5.0
    Verified

    Marching 2the Beat of Black Drums

    6 Hour Inshore Fishing on November 16, 2023 • 2 adults

    Captain Scott and First Mate Jeffery were knowledgeable,accommodating,Friendly and put us on fish. My son- in -law and wife who are not fishermen had an extremely enjoyable time. But the highlight of our outing was watching my wife reel in a 50# Black Drum! Captain Scott made one last pass over the same wreck and I reeled in a 45# Black Drum. If your looking for a chapter that runs out of Virginia Beach, Virginia, I would highly recommend booking with Capt Scott at [email protected] ph# 757-409-5526

  • Robert Mayfield Iii
    Robert Mayfield Iii
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2025
    5.0
    Verified

    King Mackerel Citation

    6 Hour Inshore - Cobia / Red Drum on July 19, 2025 • 6 adults

    Had a great time the captain and crew explained everything very professionally and were very knowledgeable Scott and Jeffery were both great people to be around 10/10 would recommend fishing with Knots Tellin’

  • Chad Fannin
    Chad Fannin
    us
    Ohio, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Excellent trip!

    4 Hour AM Inshore Half Day on July 18, 2024 • 2 adults

    This was our first time ocean fishing and Scott and Mate Jeffery were very patient with us! They were friendly and very knowledgeable and the boat was super clean! We went home with plenty of fish to eat! Highly recommend these guys for your next trip or your first one!

  • Nick Buber
    Nick Buber
    Repeat angler
    us
    Illinois, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Redfish!

    6 Hour Inshore Fishing on July 17, 2024 • 6 adults

    Captain Scott and first mate Jeff were the best! We caught our first bull red within 10 minutes and the action continued for the whole trip. Will definitely be fishing with them again if back in the area!

  • Joshua Eli Reyes
    Joshua Eli Reyes
    us
    Virginia, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Fishing with Scott

    6 Hour Inshore - Cobia / Red Drum on July 4, 2024 • 6 adults

    Great trip Capt has an amazing set of eyes and our mate Jeffery was outstanding at what he does. These guys run a great ship. definitely will be back to catch some more bull reds with these guys !

  • Justine Robert
    Justine Robert
    us
    Maine, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    10 out of 10 would recommend

    Inshore 4 Hour Shark Fishing on October 12, 2024 • 4 adults

    We had a wonderful time with Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters. Scott and Jeffery were wonderful. Our trip was thoughtfully planned and organized. Will be booking again.

FAQs about Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters

Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour AM Inshore Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $650 per group - 4 Hour PM Inshore Half Day (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour AM Inshore Shark Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour PM Inshore Shark Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $1,100 per group - 6 HR Fall Red Drum & Shark Fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,350 per group - Nearshore Bluefin Tuna 6 Hour (6 hours)
  • US $1,850 per group - Nearshore Bluefin Tuna 8 HR (8 hours)
  • US $1,975 per group - Windfarm - Wreck Fishing 8 Hour (8 hours)
When you book a trip with Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Clean, Private, Standard Restroom
  • Air conditioning Interior salon area has AC & Heat
  • Fighting chair 8 rod leaning post rocket launcher
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Live bait well
  • Kitchen Galley area with sink, flat top & microwave
  • Refrigerator
  • Multimedia system Surround sound Bluetooth audio system
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live bait (we do not typically fish for live bait. We try to have everything needed in advance of your trip.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Free for Inshore Trips.)
  • First mate (Works for tips. 20% Customary)
  • Fishing license (We have fishing licenses for every type of fish that we target & the license covers everyone on the boat. No need to purchase anything extra.)
Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore fishing
  • Nearshore fishing (15-35 miles From Shore)
  • Offshore fishing (40-65 Miles From Shore)
  • Wreck fishing (Bottom Fishing around reefs & wrecks)
Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light tackle
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Knot Tell’n Fishing Charters include:
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Marlin (Blue)
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Spadefish
  • Tilefish
  • Tuna (Yellowfin)
  • Wahoo

Your operator

Knot Tell’n Charters
Knot Tell’n Charters
Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
29 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
115 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since February 2017
Captain Scott Horton has been fishing Virginia & Carolina waters all his life & truly enjoys every aspect of fishing. He is experienced in all forms of fishing from inshore Striped Bass & Cobia to offshore Tuna & Blue Marlin. He is U.S.C.G licensed, First Aid & C.P.R Certified. He and his team will make sure you have a memorable day on the water.
Knot Tell’n Charters
Knot Tell’n Charters
Fully verified
29
reports
115
reviews
2017
member since
~1h
response
Captain Scott Horton has been fishing Virginia & Carolina waters all his life & truly enjoys every aspect of fishing. He is experienced in all forms of fishing from inshore Striped Bass & Cobia to offshore Tuna & Blue Marlin. He is U.S.C.G licensed, First Aid & C.P.R Certified. He and his team will make sure you have a memorable day on the water.

The fish you can target

Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Spadefish
Spadefish
Tilefish
Tilefish
Yellowfin Tuna
Yellowfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Cobia
Cobia
Flounder
Flounder
Blue Marlin
Blue Marlin
Redfish
Redfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

Real catches by this captain

  • Angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing from a boat in coastal waters.
    Kenneth E.
    Kenneth E.
    We booked a half day afternoon trip. Captain alerted us the day before of potential storms during our trip and asked us if we wanted to shift to the morning. We spent 4hrs trolling and fishing bouys and caught a couple spanish mackerel and a 46” Cobia. Captain Scott worked hard moving us from spot to spot and circling over Cobia spotted from the boat tower. Deckhand Jeffrey was great assisisting us and keeping the mood fun despite the lack of fish activity. We read several fishing reports on line that the fishing over the previous week was slow so our low take was consistent with that and jo fault of the captain. The boat was very clean, gear was in execellent condition and having a cabin with a head was great. Would highly recomend charting with Knott Tell’n!!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Black Drum while fishing on a boat in coastal waters.
    Ely family fished today & caught Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish & a nice Cobia
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish alongside an adult on a fishing charter in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Just ask the Lazar family how hard these fish fight! Look forward to fishing with you all again!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Redfish aboard a fishing boat, showcasing a successful day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    we have been catching nice numbers of Cobia and large red drum on our four hour short trip as a late look your trip today! Available dates in August
  • Three young anglers proudly displaying a large Cobia caught during a fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    These guys had never caught BIG fish before & now they have! Want to have a chance at the fish of a lifetime. Book your inshore fishing trip today.
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Cobia while fishing on a sunny day in open waters.
    Cobia season starts June 15th. But the catch & release has been spectacular so far. If you just want to have fun catching big fish....come get you some!
  • Family group posing aboard a boat with a large cobia catch in coastal waters; two young anglers are prominently featured.
    Large Cobia & Red Drum Have shown up in Virginia Beach in good numbers & they are hungry!
  • Angler proudly displaying a large Grouper while fishing offshore, showcasing the excitement of a successful catch.
    Fish 1
    Weakfish
    Offshore deep dropping is a great trip to get some good eats!
  • Two anglers on a boat proudly displaying a large fish, likely a King Mackerel, with blood on the deck, indicating a successful catch during a deep-sea fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    King Mackerel (Kingfish)
    Been catching Cobia, Red Drum, King Mackerel & Spanish Mackerel on the 4 & 6 hour inshore trips
  • A young angler proudly displaying a large Redfish aboard a fishing charter in a sunny coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Redfish
    Eric B.
    Eric B.
    We bought this as a birthday gift to my son. He wanted a sports fish trip to mark off his bucket list. We booked a 7AM 4hr trip and it was still a squelching hot day. We got a handful of spanish mackerel that they cleaned and took care of for us. We didn't get anything and was just getting frustrated, we had 2 hrs with just nothing. He kept us out longer to make sure we got something good. My son got to bring in a big Red Drum. They said it was about a 70 year old fish that weighed over 60lbs. My son was super happy with the ending. We were definitely appreciative of the Captain and his mate. They took good care of us, its a nice boat and we were comfortable even in the searing heat. Great experience!

What is the boat like?

Boat image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
38 ft
Year built
2009
Restored in
2021
Boat manufacturer
Albemarle
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Caterpillar
Powered by
2 x 550HP
Max cruising speed
28 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
Clean, Private, Standard Restroom
Air conditioning
Interior salon area has AC & Heat
Fighting chair
8 rod leaning post rocket launcher
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Live bait well
Kitchen
Galley area with sink, flat top & microwave
Refrigerator
Multimedia system
Surround sound Bluetooth audio system
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Live bait
we do not typically fish for live bait. We try to have everything needed in advance of your trip.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Free for Inshore Trips.
First mate
Works for tips. 20% Customary
Fishing license
We have fishing licenses for every type of fish that we target & the license covers everyone on the boat. No need to purchase anything extra.

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
There are no age limits for children. We suggest parents strongly consider the types of trips to take young children on. You probably don't want to take children under 10 on a 12 hour offshore trip to catch large tuna or Marlin.
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
 PayPal
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 2% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Virginia Beach right now

CobiaCobia
FlounderFlounder
Marlin (Blue)Marlin (Blue)
RedfishRedfish
Seabass (Black)Seabass (Black)
SpadefishSpadefish
TilefishTilefish
Tuna (Yellowfin)Tuna (Yellowfin)
WahooWahoo

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