Salmon Fishing Adventure

Alaska Salmon Fishing Adventure Day Tour in Ketchikan
Excursion Highlights:
  • Exciting half-day fishing charter in the Salmon Capital of the World
  • Fishing boats hold a max of 6 guests, for a more personalized experience.
  • Experienced Coast Guard-licensed captain will show you the breathtaking beauty of Ketchikan.
  • Pursue the king, silver, pink, and chum salmon runs that abound in the sheltered waters of Herring Cove.
Price: $450.00
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Had a great time, caught our limit in fish and saw whales. Very professional operation.
- Rayann Webster
Summary
Shore Excursion Size ? Small
Shore Excursion Type Fishing
Shore Excursion Duration 4 Hours
Activity Level ? Moderate
Shore Excursion Leaves From ? Cruise Ship Pier
Food/Beverage Provided Non-alcoholic beverages are included.
Recommended Dress For all Alaska tours, we recommend layers of clothing, with the top layer being water-proof. We also suggest comfortable deck or rubber-soled shoes that may get wet.
Restrictions Mandatory State of Alaska fishing licenses and king salmon tags must be purchased ONLINE AND PRINTED BEFORE YOUR TRIP. Not having this printed and in hand on the day of the trip will take up valuable fishing time. And may result in not being able to participate. Please go to https://store.adfg.alaska.gov Get the one-day Non-Resident fishing license for $15 U.S. and $15 U.S. to purchase a king salmon tag. The purchase of the king stamp is a requirement if you are fishing for king salmon. Not having the King Stamp bought before the fishing trip means you cannot keep a king salmon if caught. Please see the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website for current retention regulations for non-resident charter fishing. All guests ages 16 and older must have a license. Each child booked under 18 for this tour must be accompanied by at least one adult over 18—the weight limit for this tour is 350 lbs per person. Passengers must be able to get in and out of the vessel unassisted. With advance notice, collapsible wheelchairs may be taken aboard some of the charter vessels, and motorized carts/wheelchairs may be used to get to the boat; they can be stored inside the secure office and returned after the charter.

Salmon Fishing in Ketchikan

Ketchikan is known as the Salmon Capital of the World. You'll see why on this exciting half-day fishing charter - a half day you'll talk about for years!

After meeting your representative on the pier, a short walk will take you to your waiting fishing boat, which holds no more than six guests. The boats that are used range in size from 28 to 40 feet in length and have a very basic head.

Setting out from Ketchikan, your crew will get you your fishing license and any additional stamps you may want, as you head to the nearby sheltered waters. During this Ketchikan fishing tour, enjoy the hospitality of your experienced Coast Guard-licensed captain who will relish the opportunity to show you, your family, and your friends the breathtaking beauty of Ketchikan from our "local viewpoint" - on the water, pursuing the king, silver, pink, and chum salmon runs that abound in the sheltered waters of Clover Passage.

The fishing on this Ketchikan port tour incorporates trolling and downriggers. The line on the fishing pole is attached to a cable with a clip that allows the captains to get the bait (or lures) down to the depth of water where the fish are located. The poles stay in rod holders (guests do not hold the poles) so that any movement will take the line off of the downrigger cable. The captains will vary the depths on all of the lines to increase the probability of catching fish. When the fish hit, the line comes off of the downrigger automatically (sometimes it may need to be pulled off of the cable). At this point, the guest takes the pole out of the rod holder and starts reeling in their catch! It is sometimes difficult for guests to feel they are fishing when they are not holding a pole, however, this is the only way to fish for salmon in the ocean.

Glimpses of our local mammals and birds - whales, seals, sea otter, porpoise, sea lions - may also be on the excursion agenda; don't be surprised when a majestic bald eagle swoops down near your boat, fishing for its own catch of the day, and allowing you a stellar photo opportunity.

Please Note: Catch and release may be in effect from May 1st to June 15th. Fishing gear, tackle, and bait are included. Mandatory State of Alaska fishing licenses and king salmon tags must be purchased ONLINE AND PRINTED BEFORE YOUR TRIP. Not having this printed and in hand the day of the trip will take up valuable fishing time. And may result in not being able to participate. Please go to https://store.adfg.alaska.gov Get the one-day Non-Resident fishing license for $15 US and $15 US to purchase a king salmon tag. The purchase of the king stamp is a requirement if you are fishing for king salmon. Not having the King Stamp bought before the fishing trip means you will not be able to keep a king salmon if caught. Please see the Alaska Department of Fish and Game website for current retention regulations for non-resident charter fishing. All guests ages 16 and older must have a license. Each child booked under 18 for this tour must be accompanied by at least one adult over 18-the weight limit for this tour is 350 lbs per person. Passengers must be able to get in and out of the vessel unassisted. With advance notice, collapsible wheelchairs may be taken aboard some of the charter vessels, and motorized carts/wheelchairs may be used to get to the boat; they can be stored inside the secure office and returned after the charter.