Chincoteague Bay Adventures

Chincoteague Bay Adventures offers customizable and affordable family fun fishing trips to serve any angler’s need. All trips are private, so you’ll always have the whole boat for your group only! If you would like to fish in these Virginia and Maryland waters (convenient to Ocean City, MD,) and have fun onboard with a polite and friendly captain, look no further!

These waters are home to a variety of species, including sharks. Captain Tim knows how to find fish and make your trip memorable. If you want a snippet of action, have a look at some of the fishing reports he’s written.

Capt. Tim is a certified fly fishing guide and casting instructor trained at ORVIS-endorsed Hubbard Guide School in Emigrant, Montana. He works with anglers to explain why the fish feed where they feed and how your method will entice them. So, it’s not just doing, it’s also understanding, and then doing it better.

You will join the captain aboard his 22’ Jones Brothers Bateau skiff, restored in 2017. “Shadrunner” can accommodate up to six people, and take them fishing around flats, nearshore, inshore, and backcountry waters. The boat is equipped with a fishfinder and GPS, has an icebox, and a bathroom is always nearby.

You can go spinning, jigging, drift fishing, fly fishing, or bottom fishing, and depending on what you’re targeting, use heavy or light tackle. Depending on the season, there is Shark (catch and release only), Redfish, Striped Bass, Cobia, Flounder, and many more. You can customize your trip to suit you, your family, friends, or fellow anglers, or you can ask Captain Tim for suggestions.

Capt. Tim has a cooler to store your catch so that you can have a tasty meal afterwards, once he cleans your fish. The captain will provide you with rods, reels, tackle, lures, and live bait, and will take care of the fishing license. You can also choose to release your catch.

Pack your necessities, grab snacks and drinks, bring a camera, and hop on your adventure around Chincoteauge.



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) – Private Fishing
    In demand! Last booked: 2 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jan 1 - Dec 31
    $219
    This trip is great for families, as you can tailor it to suit your needs. Capt. Tim will be at your disposal, and will supply you with the fishing gear, lures, and bait. He will also take care of the fishing license. If you want to have a tasty meal afterwards, bring a cooler to store your catch. You decide what you want to do, when you want it. Pack snacks, drinks, dress accordingly, bring sunscreen, and a camera.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) – Private Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Mar 1 - Sep 15
    $219
    This afternoon trip is great for families, as you can customize your itinerary. Capt. Tim will supply you with the fishing gear, lures, and bait. He will also bring a fishing license. If you want to have a juicy meal later on, bring a cooler for your catch. Pack snacks, drinks, dress accordingly, bring sunscreen, and a camera.
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Fall Sports Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 10:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 7 - Dec 31
    $229
    Light tackle spin or fly casting for one or 2 anglers. 2 PERSONS MAXIMUM
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (AM) – Shark Hunters
    In demand! Last booked: 1 day ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 7
    $279
    On this half day trip, you will target toothy Bull, Blacktip, Spinner, Dusky, and Hammerhead Sharks with 30 lb stand-up tackle. Catch and release, tag and release, or keep for dinner (state and federal regulations apply). The captain will supply you with the fishing gear, you should bring sunscreen, glasses, dress for the trip, and bring a camera. Pack food and drinks, and come along!
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip (PM) – Shark Hunters
    In demand! Last booked: 12 hours ago
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
    Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 7
    $279
    Your target includes toothy Bull, Blacktip, Spinner, Dusky, and Hammerhead Sharks, with 30 lb stand-up tackle. The captain will provide the fishing gear. You may want to pack sunscreen, glasses, adequate clothing, and a camera. Pack food and drinks, and come along! When it comes to Sharks, you can catch and release, tag and release, or keep them for dinner (state and federal regulations are applied).
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FAQs about Chincoteague Bay Adventures

Chincoteague Bay Adventures offers the following trips to customers:
  • $219 per group, additional $69 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) – Private Fishing (4 hours)
  • $219 per group, additional $69 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) – Private Fishing (4 hours)
  • $229 per group, additional $75 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Fall Sports Fishing (4 hours)
  • $279 per group, additional $79 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (AM) – Shark Hunters (4 hours)
  • $279 per group, additional $79 per person after 3 guests - 4 Hour Trip (PM) – Shark Hunters (4 hours)

When you book a trip with Chincoteague Bay Adventures, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet Available
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Chincoteague Bay Adventures include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing License
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

Chincoteague Bay Adventures offers the following types of fishing:
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Flats Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

Chincoteague Bay Adventures offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Bowfishing

Top targeted fish species with Chincoteague Bay Adventures include:
  • Bass (Striped)
  • Cobia
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Shark (Blacktip)
  • Shark (Bull)
  • Speckled Trout
  • Whiting

About the Captain

Captain Tim Walch
Chincoteague, Virginia, United States
74 Fishing Reports
ID & License verified
285 Customer reviews
Response time 2 hours
Member since June 2017
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.
Graduate University of Alaska Kenai River Guide Academy, Graduate ORVIS endorsed Hubbard Guide Academy, certified South Carolina Nature-based tourism operator. Mercury Redbone tournament guide, Rolex I.G.F.A. Inshore Championship guide. Member and guest speaker Trout Unlimited. Guest speaker Miami Rod and Reel Club. Member Chincoteague Island Charterboat Association, Member National Association of Charterboat Operators.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Striped) Striped Bass
Cobia Cobia
Flounder Flounder
Redfish Redfish

Boat specs

Jones Brothers bateau (Skiff) originally built in 1992, and restored in 2017. Powered by a 115HP Brand new Mercury Sea Pro 4 stroke engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 30 knots.

Length
22 ft
Capacity
5 persons

Types of fishing

Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Flats Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Bowfishing

Amenities

Toilet
Available
GPS
Fishfinder
Multimedia System
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing License
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

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.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
4+
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed

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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Recent Fishing Reports

The Bite Keeps On Keeping On!
The Bite Keeps On Keeping On!
May 5, 2023
Finished the day with 11 keeper Flounder. Added to the 22 inch Trout and plump Striped Bass yesterday, I'd have to say all the wind and rain the last week has had minimal impact. Looking forward to a stretch of dry stable weather with plenty of bookings. There are still a few days left open in May if you're looking to book. Get out before it gets muggy, buggy and hot. Aloha!
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Customer reviews

Rating Summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 285 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.8 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (267)
4 hr. trip with Captain Tim Walsh
4 hr. trip with Captain Tim Walsh
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Angler Rating
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Anglers Claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
100%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Catch intended fish
85%
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Mark P.
Delaplane, Virginia
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
Overall

Half day with Captain Tim!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Private Fishing on April 4, 2023
Ranks up there with one of the best fishing trips I have ever been on, Captain Tim knew exactly where the fish were biting,...
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Daniel C.
Toms River, NJ
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Half Day Fishing with Captain Tim

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Private Fishing on June 24, 2022
We had a fantastic experience on the water: we saw the Wallops rocket (the June 24, 2022 sounding rocket launch) return to...
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Christian S.
Raccoon Ford, VA
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Another fantastic trip with Captain Tim!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Shark Hunters on July 16, 2022
Captain Tim is one of the best character Captains you will find! This is my second trip and it just as great as my first trip....
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Keegan K.
Woodbridge, Virginia
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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4 Hour A.M trip with Captain Tim!

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Private Fishing on March 31, 2023
It was an awesome trip hunting down some flounder! It was my first time charter fishing so my dad followed along although it...
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John H. S.
Annapolis, MD
Excellent
4.7 / 5
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Half day shark hunters

VERIFIED   4 Hour Trip (AM) – Shark Hunters on June 27, 2022
We did the half day shark hunter trip with Capt Tim and it was an amazing experience. It was myself my 11 year old son my cousin...
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