First Landing Charters offers private inshore and offshore fishing charters, dolphin and whale watching, and custom sunset cruises out of Virginia Beach, led by Captain Jay Leach aboard the Susan C. Captain Jay grew up on these waters and brings deep local knowledge to every trip, whether guests are chasing their first fish ever or targeting tuna from the Norfolk Canyon down to the “Triple Zeros.”

The Susan C is equipped with the latest fish-finding technology for trolling, jigging, or deep-dropping, and offers plenty of speed and range for serious offshore trips. For those who’d rather stay closer to shore, the boat brings guests eyeball to eyeball with local dolphins and humpback whales right off historic First Landing State Park, with guests also reporting sightings of sea turtles, submarines, and even great white sharks along the way. The boat is clean, spacious, and comfortable, with a private restroom on board, making it well suited for an intimate sunset cruise, an on-water dinner, bachelorette parties, girls’ nights out, or a custom themed trip (including a “SpecOps” adventure).

First Landing Charters offers three main charter types: Fishing, Tours, and Custom Tours, with fishing packages including tackle, bait, license, bottled water, and ice. Popular catches include Spanish Mackerel, Cobia, Sea Bass, and Trigger Fish, and custom tour destinations have included Tangier Island for guests wanting to explore more of the Chesapeake Bay.

Guest reviews consistently praise Captain Jay’s warmth, deep local knowledge, and ability to tailor each trip to the group’s interests, with first mate Wendell also frequently highlighted for helping make trips memorable, especially for families and grandkids.

For anglers and groups looking for a versatile, highly reviewed Virginia Beach charter offering everything from serious offshore fishing to a relaxed dolphin and sunset cruise, First Landing Charters offers a well-loved operation with Captain Jay Leach aboard the Susan C.