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Deep Sea Fishing in Virginia Beach
7 charter boats in Virginia Beach, Rudee Inlet, Lynnhaven Inlet and Norfolk that run offshore and deep sea trips, listed A to Z with their boats and published prices. Call the captain directly – we never take a commission.
The boats
Virginia Beach deep sea fishing charters, A to Z
Every boat here lists offshore, reef or wreck trips on its own published trip menu. Confirm the trip, the price and what is included before you book.
AfishinadoVB Fishing Charters
Inlet Station Marina, 227 Mediterranean Ave, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Targets: Cobia, Redfish, Black drum, Flounder, Spanish mackerel, Spadefish, Sheepshead, Tautog
Big Dog Charters
Virginia Beach
Targets: Spanish mackerel, Bluefish, Cobia, Redfish, Mahi-mahi, Tuna, Swordfish, Black sea bass
Havoc Charters
524 Winston Salem Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Targets: Cobia, Redfish, Black drum, Black sea bass, Tilefish, Mahi-mahi, Tuna, Swordfish
Knot Tell'n Fishing Charters
Fishermans Wharf Marina, 524 Winston Salem Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Targets: Redfish, Cobia, King mackerel, Black sea bass, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Tuna, Marlin
Rebel Sportfishing
Virginia Beach
Targets: Blue marlin, White marlin, Yellowfin tuna, Bigeye tuna, Mahi-mahi, Wahoo, Tilefish, Cobia
Remedy Sport Fishing
Norfolk
Targets: Tautog, Black sea bass, Flounder, Cobia, Sheepshead
Rudee Tours
200 Winston Salem Avenue, Virginia Beach, VA 23451
Targets: Black sea bass, Tautog, Triggerfish, Bluefish, Flounder, Blueline tilefish, Golden tilefish, Croaker
Listed alphabetically – this is not a ranking. Updated October 2026. All 8 operators: Virginia Beach fishing charters.
What to expect
Deep sea fishing in Virginia Beach at a glance
Offshore and deep sea trips run past the beaches to reefs, wrecks, ledges and open water for bigger fish. Expect longer runs, more swell and longer trips – full days are common.
- Trip lengths these boats publish: Half day (about 4 hours) – 3; Three-quarter day (about 6 hours) – 3; Full day (8 hours or more) – 3; Overnight or extended – 2.
- Fish they list most: Cobia, Black sea bass, Redfish, Flounder, Mahi-mahi, Spanish mackerel, Tautog, Tuna.
- Group size: most of these boats that publish a limit take up to 21 guests.
Offshore water is rougher than the bay. If you get seasick, read how to avoid seasickness on a charter before you go, and check the Virginia Beach wind forecast – the captain always makes the final weather call.
Questions
Deep sea fishing in Virginia Beach: questions
What fish can you catch deep sea fishing in Virginia Beach?
The fish these boats list most often are Cobia, Black sea bass, Redfish, Flounder, Mahi-mahi, Spanish mackerel. What bites depends on the month – see the season calendar.
Is deep sea or inshore fishing better in Virginia Beach?
Inshore trips are calmer, shorter and better for kids and first-timers; offshore trips run farther for bigger fish and take more time. Virginia Beach also runs inshore trips: 8 inshore guides. Inshore vs offshore explained.
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No. You book with the captain directly by phone or on their own website, and they keep 100% of the trip price.
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