Top Notch Charters
Top Notch Charters
Top Notch Charters has a new 58’ Sportfisherman built in 2023. The boat is equipped with 3 a/c units, large salon and two large outside raised couches set in the shade. Go in First Class style and comfort aboard the largest charter boat in Virginia Beach.
Captain Russ has over 30 years experience as a captain and another 15 years as a mate. He will make your fishing trip a memorable experience. The boat is powered with new state of the art diesel engines, no smoking diesel smell to make you sick like older boats. The large flybridge has enough room for your whole party to ride upstairs with the captain to see the oceanfront and the water wildlife like you have never seen.
We will target Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Redfish, Bluefish and Sharks. All the first class tackle, rods and reels are provided along with all the fishing permits.
The crew is very kid friendly and will work extra hard to make your trip one memory you will never forget.
Bring snacks, and drinks, pack your sunscreen, sunglasses and a cap. Take your camera, and come along for a day of fun with Top Notch Charters.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (38)
+35Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
95%
Jun 18, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Sailing with Top Notch
We wanted to enjoy an activity with my brother in law and his new wife, so my husband charted a fishing trip. It was AWESOME! Russ and Gene were very personable. They worked hard to ensure we had a great experience. We really appreciated their efforts. As Captains they did all the heavy lifting. Thank you bunches! We will certainly book again.
We wanted to enjoy an activity with my brother in law and his new wife, so my husband charted a fishing trip. It was AWESOME!...
Captain replied
Jun 24, 2025
Half Day Trip (AM)
Great family trip
We caught so many fish and had a great experience. Hope to go again!
We caught so many fish and had a great experience. Hope to go again!
May 5, 2025
Half Day Trip (PM)
May fishing trip
Jul 19, 2024
Half Day Trip (AM)
Fantastic trip with Russ and gene
Took a inshore/nearshore trip with my son, 8 years old, with my buddy and his son, also 8 years old. We didn’t have lines in the water for 5 minutes and we were into the fish. The kids kept a total of 28 fish ( mixed species) and probably threw back just as many. We caught Spanish mackerel, blues, and 4 hound fish. These guys were amazing with the kids. I can’t recommend them enough. Already planning an all day tuna trip this fall. Highly recommend. I’m gunna end it there because I can’t say enough good about these guys
Took a inshore/nearshore trip with my son, 8 years old, with my buddy and his son, also 8 years old. We didn’t have lines in...
Oct 8, 2023
Half Day Trip (PM)
Once in a lifetime catch--A fish story that's TRUE
We randomly picked Top Notch to take our kids shark finish to celebrate one of the boy's 14th birthday. Little did we know that 41 INCHES would be our smallest catch but we also snagged a 9' 350+ pound SHARK... This is the stuff DREAMS are made of! The boat was WAY more than we expected, fully appointed and beautiful. The crew was kind, patient with the kids (10, 13, 14 and 16) and super informative. I would have preferred a little more communication on the front end but that's just a personal preference. I would DEFINITELY book with Top Notch again and HIGHLY recommend them!
We randomly picked Top Notch to take our kids shark finish to celebrate one of the boy's 14th birthday. Little did we know that...
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (38)
+35Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
93%
Caught fish
95%
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Sailing with Top Notch
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2025
We wanted to enjoy an activity with my brother in law and his new wife, so my husband charted a fishing trip. It was AWESOME! Russ and Gene were very personable. They worked hard to ensure we had a great experience. We really appreciated their efforts. As Captains they did all the heavy lifting. Thank you bunches! We will certainly book again.
We wanted to enjoy an activity with my brother in law and his new wife, so my husband charted a fishing trip. It was AWESOME! Russ and Gene were very personable. They worked hard to ensure we had a great experience. We really appreciated their efforts. As Captains they did all the heavy lifting. Thank you bunches! We will certainly book again.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Great family trip
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 24, 2025
We caught so many fish and had a great experience. Hope to go again!
We caught so many fish and had a great experience. Hope to go again!
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
May fishing trip
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 5, 2025
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Fantastic trip with Russ and gene
Half Day Trip (AM) on July 19, 2024
Took a inshore/nearshore trip with my son, 8 years old, with my buddy and his son, also 8 years old. We didn’t have lines in the water for 5 minutes and we were into the fish. The kids kept a total of 28 fish ( mixed species) and probably threw back just as many. We caught Spanish mackerel, blues, and 4 hound fish. These guys were amazing with the kids. I can’t recommend them enough. Already planning an all day tuna trip this fall. Highly recommend. I’m gunna end it there because I can’t say enough good about these guys
Took a inshore/nearshore trip with my son, 8 years old, with my buddy and his son, also 8 years old. We didn’t have lines in the water for 5 minutes and we were into the fish. The kids kept a total of 28 fish ( mixed species) and probably threw back just as many. We caught Spanish mackerel, blues, and 4 hound fish. These guys were amazing with the kids. I can’t recommend them enough. Already planning an all day tuna trip this fall. Highly recommend. I’m gunna end it there because I can’t...
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
Once in a lifetime catch--A fish story that's TRUE
Half Day Trip (PM) on October 8, 2023
We randomly picked Top Notch to take our kids shark finish to celebrate one of the boy's 14th birthday. Little did we know that 41 INCHES would be our smallest catch but we also snagged a 9' 350+ pound SHARK... This is the stuff DREAMS are made of! The boat was WAY more than we expected, fully appointed and beautiful. The crew was kind, patient with the kids (10, 13, 14 and 16) and super informative. I would have preferred a little more communication on the front end but that's just a personal preference. I would DEFINITELY book with Top Notch again and HIGHLY recommend them!
We randomly picked Top Notch to take our kids shark finish to celebrate one of the boy's 14th birthday. Little did we know that 41 INCHES would be our smallest catch but we also snagged a 9' 350+ pound SHARK... This is the stuff DREAMS are made of! The boat was WAY more than we expected, fully appointed and beautiful. The crew was kind, patient with the kids (10, 13, 14 and 16) and super informative. I would have preferred a little more communication on the front end but that's just a personal...
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