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Ketchikan Halibut and Salmon Private Fishing Charter

26 Reviews 4.96 out of 5 stars Based on 26 reviews collected by Cool Alaska and TripAdvisor | Recommended by 100% of reviewers | Ketchikan, USA

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Offered in: English

Overview

Of all the trips we run, Private Charters run the farthest, spend the most time on the grounds, and provide the greatest flexibility to guests and guides. We send our most experienced captains on these trips because they demand high levels of creativity in targeting a combination of different species.

Booking this trip gives you the freedom to define the experience. You may choose from a variety of vessels, target halibut, salmon, lingcod, rockfish, pacific cod, Dungeness crab, or chase sightseeing opportunities and wildlife. We also love to combine this fishing excursion with dining experiences featuring your fresh catch; either at our rustic fish camp deep in the National Forest; or a chef-prepared meal at our restaurant at the harbor after your return. This trip is about crafting an experience that will fit your unique needs and interests. When you book the boat, we look forward to working with you to build an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. You may have up to 6 anglers onboard.

What's Included

  • Fishing Gear, Rain Jackets, Rain Bibs, Boots, Hats, Gloves.
  • Merchant Mariner Licensed Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alaska Fishing License
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Meeting and Pickup

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Our staff will meet you at the gangway of your ship with a sign that has your last name on it.

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3 Salmon Landing
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

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Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.

What To Expect

Welcome to the most exclusive tour of Ketchikan’s world-renowned waters. On this trip, you’ll charter your own private boat with a professional guide. With a limited time in port, you want to make the most of every moment. By offering personalized trips, we allow you to focus on what makes Alaska magical to you. We know the area, and you know your interests. Together, we will create the journey of a lifetime.

Your professional guides know these waters, and they can’t wait to share them with you. We can target Halibut, salmon, chase whales and wildlife, or incorporate dining into your experience. If you’d like, these trips can go ashore at your exclusive wilderness fish camp and have your catch prepared before your eyes under old growth timber. This trip also gives your captains the flexibility to target succulent Dungeness crab by running to quiet sandy inlets and dropping pots. With a private charter, you and your captain enjoy the flexibility to design your day on the water.

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Frequently Asked Questions

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Q: Is bait provided?

A: Yes. Whatever the fishing calls for: live bait, frozen bait, cut bait, or chum, our Charter Captains will have plentiful supplies on hand. The same thing goes for artificial bait such as lures, flies, or plugs. Read more Jul 2022

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Average 4.96 out of 5 stars based on 26 traveler reviews collected by Cool Alaska and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor

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What's Included

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  • Fishing Gear, Rain Jackets, Rain Bibs, Boots, Hats, Gloves.
  • Merchant Mariner Licensed Guide
  • Gratuities
  • Alaska Fishing License

Additional Info

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  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKDT).
  • This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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