Premium 12 Hour Deep Sea Fishing Adventure
Private Trip
Offshore Fishing
Target yellowfin tuna, marlin, and mahi up to 75 miles offshoreFullday charter accommodates up to six anglers comfortablyOptional deepdrop and swordfish addons available for extra fee
When you're serious about targeting the biggest, strongest fish swimming in Virginia Beach waters, this 12-hour private offshore charter is where the real action happens. We're talking about heading up to 75 nautical miles out into the deep blue, where the continental shelf drops off and the big pelagics cruise. This isn't your typical inshore day trip – we're chasing the fish that make your arms ache and your drag scream. With just six anglers max, you'll have plenty of elbow room and personalized attention from our crew who live and breathe these waters.
Your day starts early – we're talking pre-dawn departure to maximize our time on the prime fishing grounds. Once we clear the inlet, it's a steady run offshore where the water changes from that coastal green to deep cobalt blue. That's when you know you're in billfish country. The boat's equipped with top-shelf electronics, outriggers, and everything needed to put you on fish. Depending on what's biting and the season, we'll work different zones – sometimes trolling the canyons for tuna and mahi, other times working the temperature breaks where marlin love to hunt. The crew handles all the rigging and positioning, so you can focus on what matters: fighting fish. Fair warning though – these trips are addictive. Once you hook into a 200-pound yellowfin or see a blue marlin light up behind your spread, inshore fishing might never feel the same.
Out here, trolling is the name of the game. We're pulling a spread of baits – ballyhoo, cedar plugs, and lures that imitate the baitfish these predators can't resist. The outriggers keep everything spread wide, and when something hits, you'll know it instantly. The rods are matched to the quarry – heavy tackle for the big tuna and marlin, slightly lighter setups for mahi and wahoo. Circle hooks are standard for billfish conservation, and our crew knows exactly how to work each species. For those wanting to add some variety, we offer optional deep-drop fishing for golden tilefish – picture dropping baits down 800 feet to target these bottom dwellers that taste as good as they fight. Night trips can include swordfish drifting, where we suspend baits in the water column and wait for these gladiators to find us. The boat's navigation and fish-finding gear puts us on structure, temperature breaks, and wherever the baitfish are stacked up.
Blue marlin are the ultimate prize out here – these are fish that can push 400 pounds or more and will test every piece of tackle on the boat. They show up best during the summer months when the Gulf Stream pushes closest to shore, bringing warm water and the baitfish they follow. What makes them special isn't just the size, but the aerial show they put on. A hooked blue marlin will launch itself completely out of the water, shaking its head and throwing spray everywhere. Most get released, but the photos and bragging rights last forever.
Yellowfin tuna are the workhorses of offshore fishing here, and Virginia Beach has some of the best yellowfin action on the East Coast. These fish are pure muscle – 60 to 200 pounds of non-stop power that will put serious hurt on your back and shoulders. They school up around structure and temperature changes, and when you find them, it's game on. The current limit is three per angler with a 27-inch minimum, and these fish are as good on the dinner table as they are on the end of your line. Peak season runs from late spring through fall, with the bigger fish typically showing up in deeper water.
Mahi mahi bring the color and acrobatics that make offshore fishing so addictive. Also called dolphinfish, these bright gold and green speedsters love floating debris and weed lines. They're aggressive feeders that will attack just about any bait or lure, and once you hook one, there's usually more around. Bulls can hit 40 pounds, and they'll jump, run, and put on a show that gets everyone on the boat excited. They're also phenomenal eating, with white, flaky meat that's perfect for the grill.
Wahoo are the speed demons of the deep – these torpedo-shaped predators can hit 60 mph and will smoke line off your reel before you know what happened. They've got teeth like razors and attitudes to match. Most Virginia Beach wahoo run 20 to 60 pounds, and they're notorious for hitting at the boat, making short, blistering runs that test your reflexes. Wire leaders are essential because those teeth will cut through mono like it's not even there.
Bigeye tuna are the night shift workers of the tuna world. These deep-water fish have huge eyes adapted for low-light hunting, and they often feed at dawn and dusk when other tuna species are less active. They're typically deeper than yellowfins during daylight hours, but when they come up to feed, they're absolute bruisers. A bigeye will dive deep and stay there, using the water pressure to help tire you out. They're prized by sushi-grade fish buyers and represent some of the most challenging fights you'll find offshore.
This 12-hour private charter represents serious offshore fishing at its best. With a maximum of six anglers, you're getting a personalized experience that larger head boats simply can't match. The crew's local knowledge, combined with a boat designed for these waters, gives you the best shot at the fish of a lifetime. Whether you're targeting a personal best yellowfin, hoping for your first marlin, or just want to experience what Virginia Beach's deep water fishing is all about, this trip delivers. The season's heating up, the fish are biting, and your spot on the boat is just a phone call
This restored 1987 54' Jim Smith Custom sportfisher is built for serious offshore action in Virginia Beach waters. With twin 660HP Cummins engines pushing her at 26 knots, you'll reach the prime fishing grounds up to 75 miles out where the big pelagics roam. The spacious cockpit and flybridge give your crew of 6 plenty of room to work lines and fight fish. Modern electronics including GPS, radar, and fish finder help locate those Yellowfin tuna, Mahi, and Marlin that call these waters home. Air conditioning keeps you comfortable between strikes, while the onboard fridge and icebox ensure your catch stays fresh and drinks stay cold during those long 12-hour battles. Whether you're targeting trophy Bigeye tuna or hoping for a White Marlin release, this boat has the range and muscle to get you where the fish are biting.
Thunnus ObesusBigeye are the night shift workers of the tuna world - those oversized eyes aren't just for show. These chunky fish average 80-150 pounds and dive deeper than yellowfins, sometimes down to 800 feet during daylight. We target them in late afternoon and evening hours when they rise to feed, usually 50+ miles offshore in deep blue water. What sets bigeye apart is their incredible stamina and deep fighting style. The meat is top-shelf too, super fatty and perfect for sashimi - often more valuable than yellowfin at market. Best fishing is late summer through fall when they move up the coast. My go-to technique: start trolling dark-colored lures an hour before sunset. Once it gets dim, those big eyes give them a serious advantage over other predators.
Makaira NigricansBlue Marlin are the heavyweight champions of offshore Virginia Beach waters. These massive fish can reach over 1,000 pounds (called "granders"), though most we encounter run 200-600 pounds. They cruise deep blue water 40+ miles offshore, following warm currents and baitfish. Peak season here runs June through October when water temps hit the mid-70s. What makes them special? That initial run and aerial display when hooked is pure adrenaline - they'll strip hundreds of yards of line in seconds. The meat's decent, but most folks release these giants. My tip: when trolling, keep one lure way back in the spread - Blues often follow the boat for miles before committing, and that long-line bait gets crushed.
Coryphaena HippurusMahi are the most colorful fish you'll catch out here - bright gold sides with electric blue and green that flash like a light show when they're hooked. Most run 15-30 pounds, but we see bulls pushing 50+ in late summer. They love floating debris, weed lines, and warm current edges 20-50 miles offshore. Best bite is May through September when water temps climb. What guests love most is how aggressive they are - once you hook one, there's usually a whole school underneath. The meat is outstanding too, sweet and flaky. Pro tip: when you boat the first mahi, leave your other lines out and keep that fish in the water for a minute. The splashing will keep the school fired up for multiple hookups.
Acanthocybium SolandriWahoo are pure speed demons - they'll hit a trolled lure at 50+ mph and peel line like nothing else out there. These slender, torpedo-shaped fish average 20-40 pounds but can push 80+ in Virginia Beach waters. We find them along drop-offs and current edges, usually mixed with tuna and mahi. Fall and early winter are prime time when bait moves inshore. The fight is all about that initial screaming run - they don't jump much but they're fast and powerful. Meat-wise, wahoo is premium table fare, white and flaky like premium tuna. Here's the key: run your lures fast, 12-15 knots, and use wire leaders. Their razor-sharp teeth will slice through mono in a heartbeat. Dark-colored lures work best in our waters.
Thunnus AlbacaresYellowfin are the workhorses of our offshore fishery - consistent fighters that average 40-80 pounds with bigger fish pushing 150+. Those bright yellow fins and sickle-shaped tail make them easy to spot. They cruise the upper water column out past 40 miles, often mixed with dolphins and diving birds. Peak season runs May through October, but we catch them year-round in warmer years. What makes yellowfin special is their relentless fight - they don't give up and will sound deep multiple times. Plus, the meat is restaurant-quality, perfect for grilling or sashimi. Remember, we have a 3-fish limit per angler with a 27-inch minimum. My advice: when jigging, drop fast to 200+ feet and work it back up quickly. They often hit on the fall.
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