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Virginia Beach Fishing Charters

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Double Play Sportfishing

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(100 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $350

Marcia B Sportfishing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(123 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $400

Catherine C. Charters

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $400

Alanna Kay Sportfishing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(80 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $375

Knot Wish'n Custom Charters

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(195 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $375

Four Reel Charters

Excellent
4.7 / 5
(309 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $450

E-FishinSea Sport Fishing Charters LLC

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(155 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $650

Smoke Show Sportfishing

Excellent
5.0 / 5
(28 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $650

Sea Teaser Sportfishing โ€“ Virginia Beach

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(114 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $650

Reel Release Sport Fishing

Excellent
4.8 / 5
(149 reviews)
Virginia Beach
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trips from $350

Frequently Asked Questions about Fishing Charters in Virginia Beach

According to customer reviews, some of the most popular fishing charters in Virginia Beach, Virginia are: Full list of top fishing charters in Virginia Beach
The average price for a private 4 hour Virginia Beach fishing trip is $589, while an 8 hour private trip will cost you $1,251 based on prices on FishingBooker.com.
Fishing charters in Virginia Beach that received great reviews from families are:
The top 3 fish species targeted on guided fishing trips in Virginia Beach are:
The top 3 fishing techniques in Virginia Beach are:
The top 3 types of fishing in Virginia Beach are:
Many fishing charters in Virginia Beach provide rods, reels and tackle. Some of the top rated are:
According to customer reviews on FishingBooker.com, some of the best rated charter captains in Virginia Beach are:
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Some of the fishing trips offered by fishing charters in Virginia Beach are:
  • 2-hour fishing trips โ€“ $413
  • 3-hour fishing trips โ€“ $380
  • 4-hour fishing trips โ€“ $616
  • 5-hour fishing trips โ€“ $750
  • 6-hour fishing trips โ€“ $965
  • 8-hour fishing trips โ€“ $1,242
  • 10-hour fishing trips โ€“ $1,325
  • 12-hour fishing trips โ€“ $3,000
Virginia Beach fishing charters open up a world of options. This bustling city overlooks the mouth of the Chesapeake Bay as it meets the Atlantic Ocean, meaning that all kinds of angling opportunities are possible. Hit the bay, inshore rivers, or the deep waters offshore, and there’s no end to what you can catch.
 
Striped Bass – or Rockfish, as it’s known here – is the name of the game in the Chesapeake Bay. This A-list creature provides ample entertainment, as you test your skills and strength to land some delicious meat. But that’s not all! You can land Flounder, Spotted Seatrout, Red and Black Drum, Seabass, Tautog, and even Cobia in these rich waters.
 
Head further out, and there’s more where that came from. Bigger Cobia rub shoulders with Amberjack and Groupers on the wrecks, before the serious fishing begins in the deep. The further you go, the better it gets. Over 40 miles out, you can get your hands on Tilefish, Mahi Mahi, Tuna, Wahoo, and Marlin, so get ready for a serious workout. 
 
With such a range of fishing grounds to explore, it’s no surprise that there are plenty of trips on offer. Beginners and families can explore the calm waters of the bay on trips as short as a few hours. Meanwhile, serious anglers can spend a full day fishing. If you want to reach the deep sea fishing grounds, then you’ll need at least 10 hours, with overnight trips also possible.
 

Rules & Regulations

Fishing licenses are covered aboard all Virginia Beach fishing charters, so that’s one thing less to worry about. Your professional guide will also make sure you’re fishing within the law and sticking to all bag and size limits. 
Virginia Beach
Excellent
4.4 / 5
Based on 27943 reviews by FishingBooker anglers
January

Striped Bass fever is in full swing in January in Virginia Beach. This is peak season for catching a 'Rockfish,' the local name for the Chesapeake Bay's favorite fish. Look out for migrating Humpback Whales, too!

February

Rockfishing continues to light up the Chesapeake Bay. Bring in these hard-fighting fish until your arms hurt – this will warm you up regardless of what the grim February weather throws at you.

March

Temperatures finally start to rise into the mid 60s by the end of the month. This is not peak fishing season yet but you can catch yourself a good deal at a hotel, along with some Striped Bass and Speckled Trout.

April

As temperatures start to get serious about transitioning to spring, so does the fishing. Yellowfin Tuna start to appear offshore, with Bluefin and Bigeye hot on their heels. Inshore, Black Drum and Speckled Trout are biting.

May

Spring is definitely here, and peak fishing season starts. Everything is biting from now through October. Look out for big Red Drum and Black Drum in the bay or large schools of Yellowfin off Virginia Beach.

June

Cobia start to invade the Chesapeake Bay, making for excellent sight fishing through September. As well as Yellowfin, offshore trips target Bigeye and Bluefin Tuna, along with monster White Marlin. 

July

Summer fishing continues to bring in big pelagics and Virginia Beach charter fishing is the perfect way to have fun and escape the crowds. Don't miss the Virginia Beach Invitational Marlin Tournament. 

August

White Marlin fishing gets even better than ever, while Blue Marlin remains excellent. The Virginia Beach Billfish Tournament makes the most of the bite, while Red Drum and Cobia are available inshore.

September

Temperatures cool and the crowds disperse. And while hotel prices might drop, the fishing doesn't. This is peak season for Bigeye and Yellowfin Tuna. Big Red Drum and Speckled Trout are the talk of the town inshore.

October

October is most certainly fall, and you will find the cooler temperatures agree. But if fall means one thing in Virginia Beach, it's Stripers. The best thing is, most of the summer species are still around, too.

November

Along with Stripers, November means fishing for Speckled Trout, Tautog, Flounder, and Seabass. Offshore, Yellowfin Tuna is still going strong, and the occasional Bluefin may even come close to shore.

December

Only the hardiest of fish remain in Virginia Beach in the winter. But hey, what does that matter when Rockfish is as hardy as they come? A festive meal of big Striped Bass never hurt anyone.

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Spend the money and go Fishing book the 8 hour or better excursions they are more but you get what you pay for. And nothing is guaranteed in fishing so why not up your chances of landing quality sized fish where fewer boats travel.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Spend the money and go Fishing book the 8 hour or better excursions they are more but you get what you pay for. And nothing is guaranteed in fishing so why not up your chances of landing quality sized fish where fewer boats travel.
Brian W.
Brian W.
From what Capt said, spring and early summer is best fishing time for kids. Still was a wonderful trip and we did catch some good fish!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
From what Capt said, spring and early summer is best fishing time for kids. Still was a wonderful trip and we did catch some good fish!
Kurt V.
Kurt V.
Very informative on all aspects of fishing this area of coastline. We were all from different areas of the country on a business trip. Spectacular weather and nice seas.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Very informative on all aspects of fishing this area of coastline. We were all from different areas of the country on a business trip. Spectacular weather and nice seas.
Tinah H.
Tinah H. Norfolk, Virginia
Be prepared for weather. Bring a pair of binoculars for spotting ocean wildlife.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be prepared for weather. Bring a pair of binoculars for spotting ocean wildlife.
Laurene S.
Laurene S. Norfolk, Virginia
Talk to locals about seasonal fish... find a good boat captain to get you to hook up.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Talk to locals about seasonal fish... find a good boat captain to get you to hook up.
MALCOLM H.
MALCOLM H. NORTH PRINCE GEORGE, VA
Come ready to have some fun . Lots of stuff to do before and after fishing as well.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Come ready to have some fun . Lots of stuff to do before and after fishing as well.
Samuel C.
Samuel C. Chase City, VA
Have to say โ€” Rudee Inlet is ideal if you want to get off the dock and, in less than 15 minutes, on to 42 feet of gorgeous water with the year round chance of a variety of fish.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Have to say โ€” Rudee Inlet is ideal if you want to get off the dock and, in less than 15 minutes, on to 42 feet of gorgeous water with the year round chance of a variety of fish.
James B.
James B. Centreville, VA
Great time and friendly people. They even let us know about some great places to eat at while we were there
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Great time and friendly people. They even let us know about some great places to eat at while we were there
April S.
April S. Blackstone, VA
We were very happy with Aquaman Sportfishing Charters and would recommend them to anyone fishing Virgina Beach for the first time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
We were very happy with Aquaman Sportfishing Charters and would recommend them to anyone fishing Virgina Beach for the first time.
John W.
John W. Henrico, Virginia
Fun experience bring snack for kids they don't like to be as patient as the adults
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fun experience bring snack for kids they don't like to be as patient as the adults
Joe H.
Joe H. Hyattsville, Maryland
The captains each take great care to get to the best spots and coordinate with each other to get the best experience for the fishermen.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The captains each take great care to get to the best spots and coordinate with each other to get the best experience for the fishermen.
Benjamin C.
Benjamin C. Norfolk, Virginia
Virginia Beach fishing is Ok, but the town its self is not friendly to people from out of town, they rip you off any way they can. If you go there to fish stay out of town and allow for time to get to your trip. The motels are in with the city to get what they can.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Virginia Beach fishing is Ok, but the town its self is not friendly to people from out of town, they rip you off any way they can. If you go there to fish stay out of town and allow for time to get to your trip. The motels are in with the city to get what they can.
Luther B.
Luther B. Bristol, TN
Virginia beach gives me small beach town vibes. Reminds me of Port Aransas or Rockport back in Texas. Fishing was definitely fun and the city is very clean. Bait shops close early so prepare accordingly. Food Lion in the city also sells bait if the shops are closed.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Virginia beach gives me small beach town vibes. Reminds me of Port Aransas or Rockport back in Texas. Fishing was definitely fun and the city is very clean. Bait shops close early so prepare accordingly. Food Lion in the city also sells bait if the shops are closed.
John K.
John K. Killeen, TX
Fishing in July in VA Beach is HOT! Bring water and sunscreen and all the smiles!!
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fishing in July in VA Beach is HOT! Bring water and sunscreen and all the smiles!!
Kerri M.
Kerri M. Todd, NC
It was r first trip , but find a great outfitter . Canโ€™t go wrong with aqua man
Excellent
5.0 / 5
It was r first trip , but find a great outfitter . Canโ€™t go wrong with aqua man
Michael G.
Michael G. Sidman, PA
Take a private charter you double the amount of fish in one day and the experience is much better than those huge charter boats with tons of people to get caught up every time you drop the sinker.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Take a private charter you double the amount of fish in one day and the experience is much better than those huge charter boats with tons of people to get caught up every time you drop the sinker.
Claude C.
Claude C.
Bring a cooler for your catch, some water for the trip, a wireless speaker, and some fried chicken.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring a cooler for your catch, some water for the trip, a wireless speaker, and some fried chicken.
Jason S.
Jason S. Newport News, VA
fish for whatever is biting at the time as seasons and weather dictates the action
Excellent
4.7 / 5
fish for whatever is biting at the time as seasons and weather dictates the action
Robert B.
Robert B. Alexandria, VA
Bring snacks plenty of water and sunscreen. Also a separate cooler with ice if your wanting to bring fish home.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Bring snacks plenty of water and sunscreen. Also a separate cooler with ice if your wanting to bring fish home.
Jasmin D.
Jasmin D. Williamsburg, VA
Do it.we had great weather a great crew and we all caught lots of fish.capt Kurt and Gunner did a fantastic job.my family got a huge thrill out of this trip.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do it.we had great weather a great crew and we all caught lots of fish.capt Kurt and Gunner did a fantastic job.my family got a huge thrill out of this trip.
Don S.
Don S. Richmond, Virginia
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(29 reviews)
Super clean boat. Good electronics. Can totally find fish. Nice rods and reels. Enclosed cabin, so warm and dry underway. Plenty of room on the aft platform for 3-4 lines to bottomfish or cast.
Ian C.
Ian C.
AfishinadoVB Fishing Charters
AfishinadoVB Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(69 reviews)
We had a good time. The wind was blowing but we caught fish. Good Captain and mate.
James A.
James A.
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(195 reviews)
Todd works with you from the get. From the time of day, the species you want to target, & how to do the things you need to catch fishโ€ฆ Toddโ€™s your man. Worth every bit of your time and money ti have a phenomenal trip!
Carl E.
Carl E.
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(195 reviews)
First hour was nothing. Tom moved the boat. Took a little while then it was crazy. Caught about 80 fish between 3 of us.
Scott B.
Scott B.
Adventures On The Water
Adventures On The Water
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(43 reviews)
Captain and 1st mate did a great job. It was my daughter 18th bday they went the extra mile to make it memorable. He did his best to get us above the fish. The captain even rocked the birthday song on the way in. Cleaned up our fish and all. I recommend this captain to anyone! You will have a blast! Thank you Capt. Smith!
Kurt V.
Kurt V.
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(195 reviews)
We had a great time and caught loads of big fish. The Captain was kind and courteous. We felt safe and had a wonderful time!
Kelly B.
Kelly B.
Shelton's Charter Fishing
Shelton's Charter Fishing
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Very good
4.0 / 5
(11 reviews)
Beautiful day on the water. One hour to and one hour back the submerged wrecks near the Chesapeake Light allowed for four hours on bottom fishing for black sea bass. Caught enough keepers for one good meal. Captain Chuck and Mate Mike were friendly and helpful. Great for novice and intermediate fishers.
John W.
John W.
Johnny Quest Sport Fishing
Johnny Quest Sport Fishing
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(22 reviews)
Sent my husband and his buddy on an all day trip for an anniversary gift. They both had a great time with both John and Theo. Brought home lots of fish. Will be going again soon! Highly recommend! Theo was absolutely fantastic with communication. Couldn't have asked for a better trip for them! Thanks for everything guys!!!
Emily G.
Emily G.
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(29 reviews)
It was a good day. 21 Sea Bass, 2 large Flounder, and a nice Trigger. Captain David and First Mate Tim were top-notch. Nice boat. Great hospitality and very attentive. We had rescheduled twice for weather and work, so too late for Mahi and Tuna. We wanted to get a trip in before the end of the year, so we decided to go wreck fishing instead. I think this year we'll do a better job getting out there in time for Mahi, but certainly with this crew and boat.
Adam S.
Adam S.
Four Reel Charters
Four Reel Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(309 reviews)
The fish were not being cooperative but we still had a great time. The Crew was very friendly and informative. They made the experience great. We can't wait to go again.
Ellie M.
Ellie M.
AfishinadoVB Fishing Charters
AfishinadoVB Fishing Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(69 reviews)
Capt. Kevin and 1st mate Ken put us on a lot of fish and we had a great time. Will be back next year!
Richard E.
Richard E.
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(29 reviews)
Captain Dave and mate Tim helped us have a great time, caught sea bass, mahi, triggerfish, and spade fish. Highly recommend!
Tom D.
Tom D.
Four Reel Charters
Four Reel Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(309 reviews)
Itโ€™s at the end of the season so they were very up front with us about it being slow fishing before we confirmed. It was a gorgeous day. Our kiddo caught 2 little blues. Scenery and the boat were lovely. The captain spotted a pod of dolphin for us to watch. We did ask to cut our trip short because our kid was sea sick but they were so accommodating and helpful. Couldn't have asked for a better first mate (thank you Leah).
Andrea S.
Andrea S.
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Knot Wish'n Custom Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(195 reviews)
Great captain. As always the hurricanes follow me. Yet under those circumstances our captain still found us fish. Very clean boat. Great time talking with the captain. We will be back next year for sure.
Diane W.
Diane W. Lynchburg, Virginia
Four Reel Charters
Four Reel Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(309 reviews)
Wonderful trip - we had to move our trip by one day due to the weather, but Four Reels happily accommodated us. The seas were still running a little high, but we were able to still catch plenty of Spanish Mackerel and some Blues. Leah is competent, capable, knowledgeable, and friendly - fun afternoon, well worth it. We will be back.
Mark C.
Mark C.
Four Reel Charters
Four Reel Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(309 reviews)
Really enjoyed our trip with Four Reel Charters. Thanks to Rob and Lia - we will definitely be back
Robert C.
Robert C. Arlington, Virginia
Catherine C. Charters
Catherine C. Charters
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(19 reviews)
Best charter I have had yet. Got us on the fish quick and caught the entire time. the big one got away though. But thatโ€™s why they call it fishing.will book with them again in the future.
Scott W.
Scott W. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Double Play Sportfishing
Double Play Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(100 reviews)
The tropical changed our off shore fishing trip plans, but Captain Keith put us on the Spanish mackerel. Great guy to fish with, thank you
MIKE S.
MIKE S. Big Prairie, OH
Marcia B Sportfishing
Marcia B Sportfishing
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
5.0 / 5
(123 reviews)
The captain keeps a nice and clean boat! Plenty of room to move around and not feel crowded. It was a rough day for fishing but he did not give up until he found the fish and we put some in the cooler. It was a good day on the water and I will definitely be back!
Chris W.
Chris W. Amherst, VA
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Payback Sportfishing LLC
Fishing charter in Virginia Beach
Excellent
4.7 / 5
(29 reviews)
Weather got us a little we caught some sea bass. Overall had a good time the crew did there best the fish just had other ideas
Tim C.
Tim C. Vincent, OH

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