Fish for salmon and more on a private charter for up to 6
4.5 Hours • 3.5 Hours for 8am departure
Up to 6 people
Snacks, drinks
Head out on a half-day fishing excursion from Ketchikan with a private charter and keep the fish you catch. Choose a meeting point in town or meet at your cruise ship berths downtown.
Bring a valid Alaska sport fishing license; ages 15 and under do not need a license but do need a catch card. A king salmon stamp is required to fish for or retain king salmon. Credit/debit card payments have a 3% fee, and Venmo payments require an additional 1.9% transaction fee.
This booking is for the whole experience, which fits up to 6 guests.
Product ID: GPM9ST
Carry a purchased Alaska sport fishing license with you during your trip. If you want to fish for or keep a king salmon, you also need a king salmon stamp. Ages 15 and under do not need a license or stamp, but they still need a catch card.
Yes. Venmo payments require an added 1.9% transaction fee, and credit/debit card payments have a 3% fee. If you choose Ward Cove dockside pickup or drop-off (when available), there is an extra charge each way; confirm the exact total before booking.
Dress for the day’s weather. Wear layers and bring waterproof gear, especially if rain is possible.
We will contact you to select the best meeting point
Scott, Colby, and Cody have built something special here with their fishing operation in Ketchikan. These captains consistently get praised for their professionalism, fishing knowledge, and genuine enthusiasm on the water. Guests catch a wide variety of fish including salmon, halibut, rockfish, and even sharks, with several reviews mentioning they limited out on multiple species. The boats are clean and well-maintained, equipment is top-notch, and the captains handle everything efficiently even when managing multiple lines for larger groups. What really stands out is how personable these guides are. Multiple reviewers describe it as "fishing with friends and family," and they clearly go the extra mile with early starts, long days, and flexible service tailored to each group. They're excellent at teaching guests about the fish and local waters, making the experience educational alongside the excitement. Cruise ship passengers especially appreciate the seamless pickup and drop-off coordination. As a bonus, many groups spotted whales, orcas, and even bears during their trips, though the focus remains squarely on putting clients on fish in all weather conditions.
My husband and I fished with Scott On August 14, 2026. He promptly met us right outside our cruise ship. We wanted to target salmon, and we caught nine altogether. The weather could not have been more perfect, and Scott is very knowledgeable about the waters. He even tried to get us a halibut, but a half-day charter just wasn’t really enough to target them. We would definitely book with him again. His knowledge is priceless. We even got to see a little peek of a humpback whale on the way.
Elese Stover
August 16, 2026
My husband and I fished with Scott On August 14, 2026. He promptly met us right outside our cruise ship. We wanted to target salmon, and we caught nine altogether. The weather could not have been more perfect, and Scott is very knowledgeable about the waters. He even tried to get us a halibut, but a half-day charter just wasn’t really enough to target them. We would definitely book with him again. His knowledge is priceless. We even got to see a little peek of a humpback whale on the way.
Elese Stover
August 16, 2026
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