Ketchikan Halibut Fishing Charters
Led by expert captains, our private guided charters will have your group reeling in Halibut, Cod, Rockfish, Sharks, and more. Fishing season runs from May to September when Halibut, Cod, and other species feed on herring, salmon, and squid in Ketchikan’s rich waters.
Our state-of-the-art boats are built to maximize your fishing opportunities, with up to 6 lines in the water at once. You’ll fish in prime halibut grounds, using techniques like bottom fishing with chunked baits and deep jigging at depths of 150-400 feet. Known for their size and incredible fight, Halibut are a bucket list catch.
Book your Ketchikan halibut fishing charter today and experience the thrill of fishing in one of the best fishing destinations in the world!
- Duration: 4 - 5 hours
- Ages: All ages
- Capacity: 6 people per boat
- All trips are always private for your group
- 400 per person
- Fish processing & shipping available
Our boats are located downtown and within walking distance of the cruise ship berths. We will meet you at your cruise ship exit ramp holding a sign with your name. In town guests will be met at an agreed upon location near the downtown harbor.
Expert USCG licensed captain/ Alaska Sportfishing guide
All fishing gear, tackle, and bait
Water, soda and snacks
Rain ponchos and rain gear
Coast Guard approved Safety Equipment
Enclosed cabin with porta potty and privacy curtain
Delivery of catch to fish processor
Expert US Coast Guard Certified Captains
State-of-the-art equipment
Bottled water and snacks
Convenient delivery of your catch to the fish processor
Top-rated customer service
- Sports fishing licenses. Purchase one here.
- King Salmon stamp
- Fish Processing Fees
- Gratuities
- Local sales tax of 6.5%
- Camera
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Snacks
- Dress in layers with rain resistant or rain proof outer layers.
- Charters provide rain gear as needed.
- Fishing licenses BUY HERE
King salmon stamp if fishing for king salmon, ask your guide about when’s best to fish for king salmon prior to trip.
Anyone 16 and older will need to purchase a one-day sport fishing license at $25 each. If you’re salmon fishing June 15 through the month of July you will also need to purchase a King stamp. We recommend purchasing online at Alaska.gov to save time the day of your arrival. Make sure you have your fishing license PRINTED and on you . You can purchase licenses and King stamps the day of, with cash only as payment. King salmon stamp if fishing for king salmon, ask your guide about when’s best to fish for king salmon in Ketchikan, Alaska.
We have 4 boats available that can hold up to 6 people per boat. If you need help coordinating your trip, please contact us.
We will arrange to process your catch through a third party processor in town. In turn your catch will be filleted, vacuum sealed and flash frozen to be sent directly to your home Fedex overnight or checked onto the plane as checked baggage. There’s also an option to have a portion of your catch smoked by the processor, your guide will recommend the best ways to have the entirety or your catch processed. Prices vary depending on the finished weight of the fillets. Generally, cost range from $9-$12 per pound and includes all processing and overnight shipping via FedEx to your home.
We require a 100% deposit to finalize and lock in your date. Without payment and confirmation you do not have a completed booking. We guarantee a 100% refund for any cancellations 10 days prior to the trip as well as if your guide needs to cancel for weather conditions.
WANT TO SPEND SOME TIME VIEWING WILDLIFE during your halibut fishing charter?
Humpback whales, Orcas, Bald Eagles, Harbor Seals, Sea lions are a few of the most commonly seen species. Not to mention you may see a black bear perusing the intertidal zone or even a Sitka Black tail Deer or Wolf swimming across the channels. Keep your eyes peeled as there’s no telling what you may see in these wild Alaska waters and shores.
