About Us


Escape the traffic and enjoy the beauty of the Rappahannock River with your friends and loved ones. Experience a breath-taking sunset cruise aboard Miss Nicole. There’s so much to see while on the cruise: wildlife and fishing, the beautiful landscape of the Northern Neck – all while cruising on our historic Rappahannock River.

Captain William Saunders has over 36 years of successful operating experience and is renowned for his attention to detail, safety and excellent service.

We are moored at Carter’s Creek in beautiful Irvington, Virginia. We offer Fishing Tours as well as Scenic Day and Sunset Cruises.

Some of the locations served by Rappahannock River Charters include the Northern Neck of Virginia, Irvington, Virginia, Urbanna, Virginia, the Tides Inn, Bethpage, and Grays Point. Call us for details!

THE “MISS NICOLE” IS A FAMILY, PET-FRIENDLY ENVIRONMENT!

Fishing Charters

Fish the Rappahannock River or the Chesapeake Bay. Fishing for up to seven people per vessel (total of 14). Book by half or full day. Fish for Spot, Croaker, Trout, Spanish Mackerel, Bluefish, Catfish, and Rockfish. 

$549 1/2 day, up to six people – $749 full day, up to 6 people

Bait, Rods & Tackle Included: $599 1/2 day, up to six people – $799 full day, up to 6 people 

Scenic River Cruise

Take your loved one or your family on our Scenic River Cruise for 3 1/2 to 4 hours. We offer 3 options:
1. Cruise up the Corrotoman River – a relaxing scene with lots of wildlife, beautiful homes, and no infrastructure.
2.  A cruise down one side of the Rappahannock River to the Chesapeake Bay and up the other side. Lots of scenery and beauty to take in.
3. Lunch and Shopping Cruise to Historic Urbanna, Virginia.
$545/trip, up to 7 people  – Approximately 3.5-4 hours

Sunset Cruise

 

Take a breathtaking tour of Carters Creek and the Rappahannock River with a picturesque sunset. Navigated by Captain Saunders one hour before sunset. Learn about history, see beautiful homes, and the beauty of the Rappahannock River.
$65 per person minimum of 4 people/maximum of 7 people – Approximately 1 1/4 hours

Crab Academy

Crabbing adventure aboard the FV Redeemer – a real life crabbing experience, where you catch, cook and eat crabs straight out of the sea – you won’t get any fresher than that! 
$100 per person, minimum of 4 people