Damn Good Cobia Fishing Charters In Virginia

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Inshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

4 Hour Inshore Fishing PM

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Inshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

Virginia Beach Luxury Inshore

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45 ft 1 - 6 People From $750
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Inshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

6 Hour Inshore Fishing 3/4 Day

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $975
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Inshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

4 Hour Inshore Fishing Am

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38 ft 1 - 6 People From $700
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Nearshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

8 Hour Bay Trip

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31 ft 1 - 4 People From $1,000
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Inshore, Nearshore, River in Reedville

Full Day Fishing Trip - 40’ Evans

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40 ft 1 - 6 People From $883

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4-8 Hr Ocean Trip

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Nearshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

Cobia Fishing Charter

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24 ft 1 - 8 People From $650
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Inshore, Nearshore, Flats in Chincoteague

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Nearshore Fishing in Virginia Beach

Cobia Sight Fishing

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Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Hampton

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Virginia Beach Inshore/Nearshore

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32 ft 1 - 6 People From $650

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Everything to Know About Booking a Virginia cobia fishing charter

What are the best cobia fishing charters in Virginia?

The best cobia fishing charters in Virginia are:

Why should I book a cobia fishing charter in Virginia with Captain Experiences?

Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 15 cobia trips in Virginia, and the most popular trips in the area are 4 Hour Inshore Fishing PM guided by Scott, Virginia Beach Luxury Inshore guided by Brian, and 6 Hour Inshore Fishing 3/4 Day guided by Scott.

Our guides in Virginia are rated a 4.75 out of 5 based on 9511 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.

All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.

Looking for kid friendly cobia guides / fishing lessons in Virginia? Check out our beginner and family friendly cobia guides in Virginia.

What types of cobia fishing charters are common in Virginia?

Nearshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for cobia in Virginia as well as inshore fishing, river fishing, and flats fishing.

The most common fishing techniques in Virginia are trolling, bottom fishing, and live bait fishing but light tackle fishing and jigging are popular as well.

How much do Virginia cobia fishing charters cost?

Prices for cobia in Virginia can range anywhere from about $720 to $2,000, but the average price for a half day trip for cobia in Virginia is $1,068. The average price for a full day trip for cobia in Virginia is $1,505.

Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?

Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.

Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.

Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.

Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.

What month is best for cobia fishing in Virginia?

The most popular season for cobia fishing in Virginia is summer, and most anglers book their trips 59 days in advance.

Do I need a Virginia fishing license for cobia and what are the bag limits for cobia in Virginia?

See here for more information on fishing licenses in Virginia, bag limits for target species, and fishing season regulations in Virginia. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant rules and regulations in Virginia.

Recent Reviews

  • ★★★★★
    Had an awesome charter on the Knot Tell’n with captain Scott. Had us on fish most of the day. First mate Jeffrey worked his butt off keeping lines baited and landing fish. Highly r Ecco end Capt Scott and Captain Experiences.

    Richard D. | September 16, 2026

    Trip: 4 Hour Inshore Fishing Am

  • ★★★★★
    We had a great time with Captain Damani! He made sure we were comfortable, had fun and we had a big haul of Spanish Mackeral! First mate Frank was great too! He was knowledgeable and so helpful! We can’t wait to do this again!

    Kim B. | August 30, 2026

    Trip: Virginia Inshore Trips

  • ★★★★★
    What a personable and knowledgeable man Kaleb is. Everything was clean and smooth running. We will be hoping to go to sea with him in the future. 5 of 5 really.

    Gwendolyn J. | August 23, 2026

    Trip: Cobia Fishing Charter

  • ★★★★★
    Very nice trip, want to thank you Brian you guys were kind and very polite and you know your way around. Overall a wonderful day. Thank you. Will see you soon.

    Ronald S. | July 21, 2026

    Trip: Virginia Beach Luxury Inshore

  • ★★★★★
    Great trip! My kids enjoyed it.

    Kellie H. | July 1, 2026

    Trip: Virginia Beach Inshore/Nearshore

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