Virginia Beach Offshore Fishing Charters

Virginia Beach Offshore Fishing Charters

Best Offshore Fishing Charters in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach: 33 fishing charters available
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4.5 / 5
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trips from $600
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5.0 / 5
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trips from $425
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trips from $700
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trips from $700
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trips from $729
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4.9 / 5
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trips from $350
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Offshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

At the crossroads of the Chesapeake Bay and the Atlantic, Virginia Beach is a real fishing town. Located close to some of the East Coast's premier offshore fishing grounds, you can get the best of both worlds here. Aboard an offshore fishing charter in Virginia Beach, you’ll leave the bay behind and discover the deep waters that plenty of monster fish call home.

What to Expect

At the southeastern tip of Virginia, Virginia Beach is the closest spot in the state to the deep waters. Head through Rudee Inlet, and you’ll discover wrecks, rubble, and deepwater canyons that are overflowing with fish. 
 
On a six or eight-hour trip, you’ll head to the productive spots near the Chesapeake Lighthouse. A little less taxing than the deeper waters, it’s the ideal place for beginners to get the offshore bug. Up to 15 miles offshore, you’ll troll and chum to entice Mackerel, Spadefish, and Cobia. Fill the boat with these delicious fish for dinner. 
 
Around the 40-mile mark, you’ll battle it out with monster Mahi Mahi, bigger Kingfish, and may even land a Yellowfin Tuna. These tough-fighting monsters are famous all over the world, so get ready to work up a sweat to hook ‘em aboard. Even aboard a luxury offshore sportfishing boat, these trips are not for the faint-hearted.
 
As if that wasn’t enough, in waters as deep as 600 to 1,000 feet, you’ll encounter some even more sought-after fish. You'll need at least 10 hours on the water here, and you could even spend a few nights offshore!
 
Head to "The Cigar” or the Norfolk Canyon to target White and Blue Marlin, Bluefin and Bigeye Tuna, and even Mako Sharks. Strong, tenacious, and dangerous, these fish will leave you breathless in more ways than one as you enter the fight of your life.

How to Prepare

As you’ll be fishing in deeper, choppy waters, you should have your sea legs ready. If you’re unsure whether you’ll be able to handle it, pack some anti-seasickness medicine just in case. 
 
Don’t let anything spoil your day. Wrap up warm in winter and, in summer, you should wear sunscreen. No matter the time of year, you’ll want a windbreaker to protect against that sea breeze. 
 
Your captain will prepare everything you need for a productive day, including rods, reels, and bait. Bring some drinks and snacks aboard and make the most of your trip. 
 
All that’s left to do is get booking and get ready to discover some of the East Coast’s best fishing aboard an offshore fishing charter in Virginia Beach! 
Virginia Beach
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4.3 / 5
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What anglers said about Offshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

Talk to the captain about what your looking to catch and the best time to go ! The caption told us the end of May is the best time !
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Talk to the captain about what your looking to catch and the best time to go ! The caption told us the end of May is the best time !
Jonathon  P.
Jonathon P. Ogdensburg, NY
Pay attention to what the fish are doing and what is running seasonally. Reds, Cobia, Striper, and so on.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Pay attention to what the fish are doing and what is running seasonally. Reds, Cobia, Striper, and so on.
Jeremy  B.
Jeremy B. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Come expecting to have fun and be sure to communicate with Captain Todd and let him know what your needs are, heโ€™s there to help and guide you.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Come expecting to have fun and be sure to communicate with Captain Todd and let him know what your needs are, heโ€™s there to help and guide you.
Cassandra  D.  F.
Cassandra D. F. Richmond, Virginia
Just remember it's for fun and there is no magic wand a Captian and crew can wave to make the fish bite. So if the fish don't cooperate then just enjoy the ride and the view and have fun.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just remember it's for fun and there is no magic wand a Captian and crew can wave to make the fish bite. So if the fish don't cooperate then just enjoy the ride and the view and have fun.
Gina  N.
Gina N. Holland, AR
Fish the wrecks and off shore. With Four Reel Charters they have everything you need.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Fish the wrecks and off shore. With Four Reel Charters they have everything you need.
Don  P.
Don P. Cuyahoga Falls, OH
Check fishing reports on line to get a good idea of what is being caught during the time frame you plan to fish.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Check fishing reports on line to get a good idea of what is being caught during the time frame you plan to fish.
Eric  B.
Eric B. UPPR MARLBORO, MD
To remember it's up to the fish whether they're going to bite or not they're not it's not the captain or the 1st mate are captain and 1st mate were great. Our captain tried very hard to put us on fish. The captain and 1st mate were a pleasure to be around and work with.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
To remember it's up to the fish whether they're going to bite or not they're not it's not the captain or the 1st mate are captain and 1st mate were great. Our captain tried very hard to put us on fish. The captain and 1st mate were a pleasure to be around and work with.
Billie  R.
Billie R. Elizabeth City, NC
To hot at current time for anything reliable catching, east coast is in a heat wave. It may be better at other times or in different years just not the time we went.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
To hot at current time for anything reliable catching, east coast is in a heat wave. It may be better at other times or in different years just not the time we went.
Richard  K.
Richard K. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Just know fishing can go either way. Some days you hit the jackpot, and other days you just catch some fish. But, a bad day fishing beats a good day at work, every time. Enjoy the ocean, forget the cell phone except to take photos, and have a relaxing day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Just know fishing can go either way. Some days you hit the jackpot, and other days you just catch some fish. But, a bad day fishing beats a good day at work, every time. Enjoy the ocean, forget the cell phone except to take photos, and have a relaxing day.
Darrell  H.
Darrell H. Bardstown, Kentucky
Do your research on what you are looking for and for the group you are taking with you.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do your research on what you are looking for and for the group you are taking with you.
MATTHEW  K.
MATTHEW K. Lititz, PA
Better in warmer weather so the fish turn on more but still catching them ?
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Better in warmer weather so the fish turn on more but still catching them ?
Christopher  K.
Christopher K. Virginia Beach, Virginia
Captain Ron and the Southern Belle I highly recommend! Had a great time and caught lots of fish! Our deep sea charter couldn't have been better! Thanks for the awesome experience!!! Lisa Sutton and family from the Pacific Northwest
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Captain Ron and the Southern Belle I highly recommend! Had a great time and caught lots of fish! Our deep sea charter couldn't have been better! Thanks for the awesome experience!!! Lisa Sutton and family from the Pacific Northwest
Lisa  S.
Lisa S. Chesapeake, Virginia
Do some research up front, understand all that's available in the area. So much that Virginia Beach has to offer so don't limit yourself.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Do some research up front, understand all that's available in the area. So much that Virginia Beach has to offer so don't limit yourself.
Don  E.
Don E. Norfolk, Virginia
Make sure you charter a knowledgeable captain and reliable boat . I recommend Southern Belle and Captain Ron .
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Make sure you charter a knowledgeable captain and reliable boat . I recommend Southern Belle and Captain Ron .
Drew  F.
Drew F. Millersville, MD
Anyone who is a fisherman knows sometimes their biting sometimes not. Just enjoy the experience.
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Anyone who is a fisherman knows sometimes their biting sometimes not. Just enjoy the experience.
Reid  G.
Reid G. Belvidere, IL
The captain and first mate were excellent (Captain Dave and Clay). We would highly recommend them.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
The captain and first mate were excellent (Captain Dave and Clay). We would highly recommend them.
Susan  E.
Susan E. Richmond, VA
Check the weather first to plan a booking for charter fishing. Read all about motion sickness to prep for it so that you could enjoy your day.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Check the weather first to plan a booking for charter fishing. Read all about motion sickness to prep for it so that you could enjoy your day.
Nate  L.
Nate L. NO POTOMAC, MD
Leave plenty of time for traffic even early in the morning can sometimes have delays.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Leave plenty of time for traffic even early in the morning can sometimes have delays.
Christopher  W.
Christopher W. Williamsburg, VA
Be patient and ready to fight fish no matter where you go, because fishing off VA coast is as good as it gets. Keep in mind thereโ€™s nothing you can do about weather, but you can still have a good time.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Be patient and ready to fight fish no matter where you go, because fishing off VA coast is as good as it gets. Keep in mind thereโ€™s nothing you can do about weather, but you can still have a good time.
Travis  H.
Travis H. Virginia Beach, VA
Do your research and watch the weather forecast. If itโ€™s especially windy you might not be able to get out onto the bigger water
Excellent
4.7 / 5
Do your research and watch the weather forecast. If itโ€™s especially windy you might not be able to get out onto the bigger water
Matthew  B.
Matthew B. Mineral Point, MO

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