8 Hour Norfolk VA Offshore Fishing Charter

Get ready for a full day of serious fishing action off the Virginia coast with Remedy Sport Fishing. This 8-hour offshore adventure takes you into the productive waters around Norfolk VA, where black sea bass are stacked up and ready to bite. We're talking about a proper offshore experience here – none of that near-shore stuff where you're still seeing the beach. You'll be running out to proven bottom structure where the fish live year-round, and with an experienced captain who knows exactly where to drop the lines. This is a private charter for up to four anglers, so you won't be sharing rail space with strangers or dealing with crowds. Just you, your group, and some of the best fishing waters on the East Coast.

What to Expect on the Water

This isn't your typical half-day trip where you're just getting started when it's time to head back. Eight hours gives us the time to really dial in the bite and put you on fish consistently throughout the day. We'll be targeting black sea bass during their prime season from May 15th through December 31st, when these hard-fighting bottom dwellers are most active and feeding aggressively. The trip accommodates up to four guests comfortably, with an option to bring a fifth angler for an additional fee. You're looking at $1,100 for the full boat experience, which breaks down to solid value when you consider you're getting a private charter with all licenses included. No need to worry about crowds or sharing spots – this is your boat for the day. The captain provides all necessary tackle and knows the local waters like the back of his hand, so you can focus on learning new techniques and landing fish instead of wondering if you're in the right spot.

Techniques & Tackle Setup

We'll be running a combination of trolling and bottom fishing depending on what the fish are telling us on any given day. The beauty of an 8-hour trip is having the flexibility to adapt techniques based on real-time conditions and fish behavior. When we locate schools of sea bass on the bottom machine, we'll anchor up and work them with traditional bottom rigs – think high-low setups with circle hooks and enough weight to get down and stay down in the current. If the fish are scattered or we're covering new ground, we might pull trolling spreads to locate active schools before settling in to work them thoroughly. The boat comes equipped with quality rods and reels that can handle the fight these fish put up, plus all the terminal tackle you'll need. Circle hooks are the standard here – they're required by regulations for sea bass and they work better anyway. You'll learn proper jigging techniques, how to feel the difference between a fish bite and bottom contact, and the right way to work structure without losing all your gear to the rocks.

Top Catches This Season

Black sea bass are the bread and butter of Norfolk offshore fishing, and for good reason. These chunky, hard-fighting fish average 2-4 pounds in these waters, with plenty of keepers pushing 5-6 pounds when you get into the right schools. They're bottom huggers that love structure – wrecks, rock piles, and artificial reefs are their preferred habitat, which means once you find them, you can often stay put and work the same spot for steady action. Sea bass have aggressive feeding habits and will hit both live bait and jigs with equal enthusiasm. What makes them so appealing to anglers is their willingness to bite throughout the day and their excellent table fare. The meat is firm, white, and mild-flavored, making them perfect for the dinner table. During peak season from late spring through early winter, schools can be incredibly dense around Norfolk's offshore structure. You'll often find yourself in situations where multiple rods are bent simultaneously. The fish tend to be most active during moving tides, which our captain times perfectly to maximize your catch rates. These aren't shy biters either – when a sea bass wants your bait, you'll know it immediately from the solid thump on the rod tip.

Time to Book Your Spot

Norfolk VA offers some of the most consistent offshore fishing on the entire East Coast, and this 8-hour charter puts you right in the heart of it all. You're getting a full day with an experienced captain who knows where the fish live and how to put you on them consistently. The private boat setup means you're not dealing with crowds or rushed fishing – just quality time on productive water with the flexibility to adapt techniques based on what's working best. Whether you're new to offshore fishing or a seasoned angler looking to learn local techniques, this trip delivers the kind of action that keeps you coming back season after season. All fishing licenses are included, the boat is properly equipped, and you'll have eight solid hours to really dial in your technique and fill the cooler. Keep in mind that deposits are non-refundable, so make sure your dates work before booking. But once you experience the consistent action and professional operation that Remedy Sport Fishing provides, you'll understand why this trip books up quickly during prime season.