Ketchikan Best of Alaska Fishing Tour

Excursion Overview

Reel in Adventure: Exclusive Alaskan Fishing Expedition Amidst Pristine Wilderness!

Get ready for an unforgettable day of fishing in the stunning Alaskan wilderness! Whether you're casting for Cod, Rockfish, or Salmon, this 5-6 hour adventure will immerse you in some of the best fishing waters Alaska has to offer. Your experienced guide will evaluate the latest fishing conditions, helping you decide which species to target first. Depending on the season and weather, you'll fish for whatever is biting the most, making every trip a unique experience. You'll set out aboard a 24-foot cabin cruiser, which comfortably accommodates up to 6 guests, offering an intimate and personalized fishing journey.

From June 15th to August 15th, during the peak of the summer salmon run, you’ll have the highest chance of reeling in a variety of fish! With all the gear you need provided—including bibs, jackets, gloves, and a light lunch featuring delicious salmon spread, crackers, fruit cups, and cookies—this excursion promises to be a thrilling adventure for both novice and seasoned anglers. Don’t miss out on this incredible opportunity to fish in one of the world’s most pristine environments!

Please note: gratuity and fishing licenses are not included in the price of the excursion, and special accommodations can be made for guests with mobility disabilities with advanced notice.

Things You Need to Know

Inclusions:

Gear: bibs, jacket, rubber boats, rubber gloves, hats/stocking cap, socks
Light Lunch: salmon spread, crackers, fruit cups, cookie, and bottled water
Guided tour with up to 6 guests per boat
Roundtrip transportation from cruise ship terminal

Requirements:

A one-day fishing license is required for everyone 16 years and older ($15) - please visit Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game to purchase and print your fishing license in advance of the tour. Please purchase your fishing license before you board your cruise. If not purchased in advance, your guide can purchase a license for you at the marina for an additional $10 per person service fee
King salmon tags are an additional $15.00. Do not buy king stamps in advance as kings may be closed by emergency order or not present on the date of your trip. Talk to your guide about salmon during outfitting on the dock. A service fee will not apply for salmon tags added on the day of the trip.

Duration: 5 hours (Roundtrip from cruise ship terminal.)

15 minutes - Escort from the cruise ship terminal to the marina
15 minutes - Outfitting for the excursion
40 minutes to 1 hour - Boat ride to the fishing location
2.5 to 3.5 hours - Fishing with a provided box lunch
40 minutes to 1 hour - Boat ride back to the marina
15 minutes- conclusion of the tour at the marina

Meeting Instructions:

This tour meets in front of your cruise ship if docking at Berths 1-4. If your ship docks at Ward Cove, you will be picked up there and you do not need to take the shuttle. Fully detailed instructions are included on your finalized ticket vouchers.

ADA Accessibility of Tour:

This tour is limited mobility accessible. Your guide can offer assistance transferring from a wheelchair to your seat on the boat. Please leave a comment during checkout if accommodations for collapsible equipment will be required on tour.

Refund Policy:

You may cancel for any reason up to seven (7) days prior to the date of the tour for a full refund.
Please see our Refund Policy Page for complete details.

Frequently Asked Questions

A one-day fishing license is required for everyone 16 years and older ($15) - please visit Alaska Dept. of Fish and Game to purchase and print your fishing license in advance of the tour. Please purchase your fishing license before you board your cruise. If not purchased in advance, your guide can purchase a license for you at the marina for an additional $10 per person service fee

King salmon tags are an additional $15.00. Do not buy king stamps in advance as kings may be closed by emergency order or not present on the date of your trip. Talk to your guide about salmon during outfitting on the dock. A service fee will not apply for salmon tags added on the day of the trip.

We like to ensure that all guests are as comfortable as possible when joining us for their fishing adventure. Therefore, we limit guests to 6 in each boat, but the average is 5.

This trip is conducted on 24’ aluminum hardtop boats equipped with 250 or 300
horsepower outboards. The cabin blocks wind and rain, and each cabin features a
diesel heater for those particularly cold days. All our boats are custom-built by
Raider Boats in Colville WA

Each guest is provided with waterproof boots, bib overalls, hooded jackets, hats, and gloves. All fishing gear will be available and instruction given by your guide.

Your team has been operating fishing tours for ten years, and rarely have passengers that have to deal with seasickness, even those who are prone to motion sickness are comfortable on our boats. The boats operated have a low center of gravity, eliminating the rolling motion that usually generates a queasy stomach.

Please leave a comment during check out with any dietary concerns. Guests are welcome to bring other food and snacks on board.

Upon arrival back to the marina, if you choose to have your fish shipped home or have it smoked, a form will be available to complete. The team will process your fish for shipping to arrive on the date of your choice.

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Child (2-12): $329.00

Ketchikan Best of Alaska Fishing Tour

Excursion Overview

Reel in Adventure: Exclusive Alaskan Fishing Expedition Amidst Pristine Wilderness!