Reel Release offers sport fishing out of Virginia Beach, VA. Their number one goal is customer service, and they promise to provide the best fishing experience possible. Cruising out of Lynnhaven Inlet, Captain Robbie will take you fishing the Chesapeake Bay and wrecks up to 40 miles offshore. Whether you want to get a boatload of big Redfish and Cobia or crush it on Seabass and Flounder, a great catch is guaranteed.

You will go out aboard a 30’ Privateer which can take you to the fishing grounds quickly and safely. It comes powered by a 380 HP Caterpillar engine and is well-prepared for the current bite. Perfect for accommodating up to 6 anglers, the vessel is fully rigged with the latest navigational electronics and safety equipment, as well as a live well loaded with bait and outriggers. The boat is perfect for chasing the fish in the bays, as well as up to 40 miles offshore.

Choose between exploring the Chesapeake Bay, looking for Cobia, Bluefish, fat Red Drum, Tog, Shark, Spadefish, and Flounder, or heading out to the ocean to fish the wrecks for Seabass. Captain Robbie can also take you targeting Yellowfin Tuna, Tilefish, Spotted Seatrout, Blue Marlin, and even Shark.

All trips come with everything you need to make an outstanding catch possible. You will be provided with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and bait. You won’t have to worry about getting a license, Captain Robbie’s got you covered. All you need to bring is your favorite food, drinks, and the desire to catch fish!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    Sunset Cruise Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    2 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    US $350
    Enjoy the sunset and some trolling!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Spot Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Oct 30
    US $425
    This trip is up to 6 people. We will be fishing in Lynnhaven inlet for the big yellowbelly spot! It shows up in October and it's great family fun. Also, a great way to fill the fish box!
  • Private trip
    3hr trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    3 Hour Trip, starts at 5:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 15
    US $450
    We will be trolling off the beach for spanish macks and blue fish! Perfect for a family afternoon get away!!!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
  • Private trip
    Crabbing/creek cruise!!
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 4:30 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 30
    US $550
    We will head out into broad bay to enjoy the views and go crabbing! We will go set crab pots and also toss out some hand lines! Fun stress free time to spend with the family and make memorys to last a life time! Boat has tons of room to lay out and relax enjoy a drink while the rest of the group catches blue crabs for dinner!!!
  • Private trip
    Trout/Puppy Drum Inlet Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 1 - Nov 15
    US $600
    You will be fishing for 4 hours in the inlets and back creeks catching Trout, Puppy Drum, and Stripers!
    Targeted fish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spotted Seatrout
    Spotted Seatrout
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
    US $700
    This is a 4-hour trip for 6 guests, fishing in the bay. You'll be fishing for Cobia, Red Drum, Bluefish, Tog, Shark, Flounder, and Spadefish.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip (PM)
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
    US $700
    You'll be leaving the dock at 1 p.m. and return by 5 p.m. Your main target species are Flounder, Cobia, Spades, Red Drum, Back Drum, and Spanish Mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Huge Red Drum
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 5:00 PM
    Seasonal trip May 20 - Jun 12
    US $750
    This is a great trip to catch huge trophy red drum!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    3/4 Day Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    US $850
    Headed out into the bay and off the oceanfront to target big Red and Black Drum, Cobia, Flounder, Spades, and Spanish Mackerel.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    HUGE TROPHY ROCKFISH
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Nov 26 - Jan 31
    US $850
    We will be headed out of cape charles to catch rockfish! These are trophy fish up to 60 pounds! Come get hooked up to a giant and have a trip/memories that you wont ever forget.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Striped)
    Striped Bass
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Nov 15
    US $1,000
    This is an 8-hour trip for 6 guests, fishing in the bay and ocean for Cobia, Red Drum, Spadefish, Bluefish, sharks, Flounder, and Spanish Mackerel. Just be sure to bring along some of your favorite snacks and drinks and be ready for a fun day!
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Half day wreck fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
    US $1,200
    We will head out offshore to some nearshore wrecks! To target sea bass, spades, trigger fish, flounder, sharks, and cobia!
    Targeted fish
    Amberjack
    Amberjack
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Target Trophy Fish 10hr
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Oct 30
    US $1,250
    On this trip, you'll be sight fishing for Cobia and Red Drum. You'll also be able to target Spades and Sheepshead along the bay bridge, as well as Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, and Sharks in the Chesapeake Bay.
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Black Drum
    Black Drum
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
  • Private trip
    Extended Full Day – Wreck Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    10 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Dec 31
    US $1,400
    You'll be fishing above wrecks up to 40 miles offshore and will be catching tons of Seabass, Flounder, Togs, Shark, Spadefish, and Mahi Mahi. This is for 4 people and all you need to bring with you is drinks and food.
    Targeted fish
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Bluefish
    Bluefish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Shark (Mako)
    Mako Shark
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
  • Private trip
    Nearshore fishing
    FREE Cancellation 14 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    US $1,950
    We will head out 20-35 miles offshore and troll for king macks, tuna, mahi, cobia, and also bottom fish for flounder, seabass, trigger fish, spade fish, and amberjacks. Great way to get the offshore Experience without the cost. 
    Targeted fish
    Cobia
    Cobia
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
    Tuna (Yellowfin)
    Yellowfin Tuna
    Seabass (Black)
    Black Seabass
    Redfish
    Redfish
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spanish Mackerel
    Spadefish
    Spadefish
    Flounder
    Flounder
    Sheepshead
    Sheepshead
    Triggerfish (Gray)
    Gray Triggerfish
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FAQs about Reel Release Sport Fishing

Reel Release Sport Fishing offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $350 per group - Sunset Cruise Trip (2 hours)
  • US $425 per group - 4 Hour Trip – Spot Fishing (4 hours)
  • US $450 per group - 3hr trip (3 hours)
  • US $550 per group - Crabbing/creek cruise!! (4 hours)
  • US $600 per group - Trout/Puppy Drum Inlet Trip (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - 4 Hour Trip (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $700 per group - Half Day Trip (PM) (4 hours)
  • US $750 per group - 5 Hour Trip – Huge Red Drum (5 hours)
  • US $850 per group - 3/4 Day Trip (6 hours)
  • US $850 per group - HUGE TROPHY ROCKFISH (8 hours)
  • US $1,000 per group - 8 Hour Trip (8 hours)
  • US $1,200 per group - Half day wreck fishing (6 hours)
  • US $1,250 per group - Target Trophy Fish 10hr (10 hours)
  • US $1,400 per group - Extended Full Day – Wreck Fishing (10 hours)
  • US $1,950 per group - Nearshore fishing (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Reel Release Sport Fishing, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live Bait Well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Reel Release Sport Fishing include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (We have the best and the newest rods and reels.)
  • Live Bait (Depending on what the fish have been eating but sometimes we have to catch bait on the trip. This allows you to have the best trip possible.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Tip Mate)
  • First Mate (Mates work for tips)
  • Fishing License (You won’t need a fishing license we have one that covers everyone on the boat!)

Reel Release Sport Fishing offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (We fish anywhere from 1mile to 40miles. We will go wherever we need to be all depends on which trip you pick.)
  • Reef Fishing
  • Wreck Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Reel Release Sport Fishing offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Kite Fishing
  • Bowfishing
  • Spearfishing
  • Flounder Gigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Reel Release Sport Fishing include:
  • Black Drum
  • Bluefish
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Shark (Mako)
  • Sheepshead
  • Spadefish
  • Spanish Mackerel
  • Spotted Seatrout
  • Triggerfish (Gray)

Meet the Captain

Robbie Bryan
Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States
140 Fishing Reports
149 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since May 2017
Robbie Bryan is an enthusiastic captain. He was raised in Virginia Beach and knows the local waters like the back of his hand. Robbie is familiar with the methods that work best to make a great catch possible and knows where the fish are hiding. The captain specializes in fishing the bay and the offshore wrecks. He enjoys sharing his passion for the ocean and the vast knowledge with his clients and friends. I love going out and loading the boat with yellow fins, dolphins, and tile fish. Book me and I promise to load the box full.

About this listing

Targeted species

Black Drum Black Drum
Bluefish Bluefish
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder

Boat specs

Privateer (Downeast) originally built in 1993. Powered by a 380HP Cat engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots.

Length
30 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
We fish anywhere from 1mile to 40miles. We will go wherever we need to be all depends on which trip you pick.
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Spinning
Jigging
Popping
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Kite Fishing
Bowfishing
Spearfishing
Flounder Gigging
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live Bait Well
Outriggers

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
We have the best and the newest rods and reels.
Live Bait
Depending on what the fish have been eating but sometimes we have to catch bait on the trip. This allows you to have the best trip possible.
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Tip Mate
First Mate
Mates work for tips
Fishing License
You won’t need a fishing license we have one that covers everyone on the boat!

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 14 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 14 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.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
No age limits on the boat just. Only rule is 12 or younger must wear life jacket due to state law.
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

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
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.8 / 5
out of 5 stars from 149 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.8 / 5
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Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
97%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
98%
Caught fish
93%
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Adam C.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Very good
4.0 / 5
Overall

Fishing trip in August

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on August 25, 2023
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Christopher G.
University, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Crabbing / Creek Cruise

VERIFIED   Crabbing/creek cruise!! on July 2, 2023
My 10 year old son and I joined Robbie for a crabbing trip and it was excellent. He and his crew are excellent with kids and...
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M P.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Captain

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip – Spot Fishing on October 26, 2023
What an amazing young man , extremely knowledgeable, no BS you want to do this great here is best way , you want him to lead...
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Jeremy V.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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You call this a storm?!

VERIFIED   3hr trip on June 25, 2023
Started off nice and sunny and landed a couple before the skies got ominous.  It quickly went south.  But luckily, Captain...
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John C.
North Richland Hills, TX
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Full day trip

VERIFIED   Extended Full Day – Wreck Fishing on June 5, 2023
We went forty miles off shore. Robbie and his mate, Kenny really put us on the fish!! They were very knowledgeable of what...
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