Fish a long-range combo charter from Homer on a 30-foot boat
8-10 hours
Up to 6 people
Gear, bait, fish filleting
Explore open-water fishing out of Homer on a longer-range combo trip designed to target seasonally available species in one day. Ride aboard the Longshot, a 30-foot Kingfisher with a heated cabin and marine toilet, with up to 6 passengers.
A 7% fuel surcharge applies; clarify how it’s calculated with Greetwell before booking. Alaska sport fishing licenses are required for non-residents 16+ and residents 18+. Children under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Cancel 14 days or less before forfeit a 50% deposit unless spaces are resold. Cancel within 24 hours or no-show: charged 100% of the charter rate. Full refund if cancelled before departure due to weather. If you leave the dock but can’t fish due to weather: $30/person fee. 7% fuel surcharge and 7.85% sales tax apply.
You may fish with Captain Ben or a relief captain for portions of the season. The schedule may not be known until January at the earliest.
A 7% fuel surcharge is automatically added and is calculated based on your seat rate; 7.85% sales tax is applied. Starting in 2026, an RQE (Recreational Quota Entity) halibut stamp fee of $20 per person per day is also required.
Yes. You need an Alaska sport fishing license if you are a non-resident age 16+ or a resident age 18+. Bring a signed, printed copy for check-in.
4287 Homer Spit Rd, Homer, AK 99603
With a stellar reputation built on consistently putting guests on fish, this Homer charter operation runs a professional outfit with multiple captains and boats. Captain Brian, Captain Ally, Jay (the "Bearded Pirate"), and Captain Finn all get specific shout-outs for their expertise and friendly approach. The crew really shines here—deckhands like Anna, Neveah, and Michael earn repeated praise for keeping lines untangled, helping with catches, and making everyone feel welcome. Guests regularly report limiting out on halibut even late in the season when expectations are lower, plus bonus catches of rockfish, cod, and various salmon species. The fleet includes both larger vessels like the Irish (which can handle 16+ passengers) and smaller boats for more intimate trips. Most reviewers highlight the professionalism from check-in through the safety talk to the actual fishing, with captains willing to share knowledge and answer questions. One negative review mentioned a trip being outsourced to a different provider with timing issues and overcrowding, though they still praised the captain and crew. First-timers and experienced anglers alike seem to have excellent days on the water, making this a solid choice for Homer fishing charters.
We HIGHLY recommend Northern Country Charters! Our captain, Clay, and deck hand Sean were incredible! So patient and knowledgeable! They gave great advice on fish to keep - all 6 of us on the boat caught our halibut limit along with several rock fish and flounder. The vibes were great, and they made sure we had an amazing time! Lines were always in the water, and they prioritized everyone on the boat to ensure each person got their limit! Amazing!!!!
Kimberly Haag
May 24, 2026
We HIGHLY recommend Northern Country Charters! Our captain, Clay, and deck hand Sean were incredible! So patient and knowledgeable! They gave great advice on fish to keep - all 6 of us on the boat caught our halibut limit along with several rock fish and flounder. The vibes were great, and they made sure we had an amazing time! Lines were always in the water, and they prioritized everyone on the boat to ensure each person got their limit! Amazing!!!!
Kimberly Haag
May 24, 2026