30' Private Halibut and Salmon Fishing Charter
Overview
Of all the trips we run, Private Charters run the farthest, spend the most time on the grounds, and provide the greatest flexibility to guests and guides. We send our most experienced captains on these trips because they demand high levels of creativity in targeting a combination of different species.
Booking this trip gives you the freedom to define the experience. You may choose from a variety of vessels, target halibut, salmon, lingcod, rockfish, pacific cod, Dungeness crab, or chase sightseeing opportunities and wildlife. We also love to combine this fishing excursion with dining experiences featuring your fresh catch; either at our rustic fish camp deep in the National Forest; or a chef-prepared meal at our restaurant at the harbor after your return. This trip is about crafting an experience that will fit your unique needs and interests. When you book the boat, we look forward to working with you to build an unforgettable Alaskan adventure. You may have up to 6 anglers onboard.
What's Included
- Snacks Smoked Salmon dip, crackers, cookie, fruit cup, water
- Fishing Gear, Rain Jackets, Rain Bobs, Boots, Hats, Gloves
- Merchant Mariner Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
- Alaska Fishing License.
Meeting Location
3 Salmon Landing
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Welcome to the most exclusive tour of Ketchikan’s world-renowned waters. On this trip, you’ll charter your own private boat with a professional guide. With a limited time in port, you want to make the most of every moment. By offering personalized trips, we allow you to focus on what makes Alaska magical to you. We know the area, and you know your interests. Together, we will create the journey of a lifetime.
Your professional guides know these waters, and they can’t wait to share them with you. We can target Halibut, salmon, chase whales and wildlife, or incorporate dining into your experience. If you’d like, these trips can go ashore at your exclusive wilderness fish camp and have your catch prepared before your eyes under old growth timber. This trip also gives your captains the flexibility to target succulent Dungeness crab by running to quiet sandy inlets and dropping pots. With a private charter, you and your captain enjoy the flexibility to design your day on the water.
*Halibut is limited to 1 per person per day up to 37" or over 80"
*Halibut retention is prohibited on Tuesdays
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Is bait provided?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5564894P11
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Average 4.79 out of 5 stars based on 14 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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Yes. Whatever the fishing calls for: live bait, frozen bait, cut bait, or chum, our Charter Captains will have plentiful supplies on hand. The same thing goes for artificial bait such as lures, flies, or plugs.
Jul 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (AKST).
- Snacks. Smoked Salmon dip, crackers, cookie, fruit cup, water.
- Fishing Gear, Rain Jackets, Rain Bobs, Boots, Hats, Gloves.
- Merchant Mariner Licensed Guide.
- Gratuities.
- Alaska Fishing License.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the 30' Private Halibut and Salmon Fishing Charter is as follows:
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for 30′ Private Halibut and Salmon Fishing Charter will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- SnacksSmoked Salmon dip, crackers, cookie, fruit cup, water
- Fishing Gear, Rain Jackets, Rain Bobs, Boots, Hats, Gloves
- Merchant Mariner Licensed Guide
- Gratuities
- Alaska Fishing License.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Service animals allowed
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
