AUTHENTIC ALASKA FISHING
Find out why Alaska is known for having some of the best fishing in the world during this excursion of around five hours. See if you can get a nibble from salmon, cod or rockfish as you and your guide craft a fishing itinerary while admiring the natural scenery.
Excursion details
During this flexible trip lasting approximately five hours, you’ll get to experience the diversity of Alaska’s fishing first-hand, while travelling through a scenic setting that showcases the region’s rural splendour.
The outing starts with an approximately 15-minute walk from the ship to a nearby marina, where you’ll spend around 15 minutes receiving clothing needed to keep you dry and warm, plus your fishing equipment and a fishing license for the day.
Then set off in your boat for around 45 minutes, arriving at the fishing area that you and your guide have chosen based on the day’s conditions, where you’ll spend approximately two hours and 45 minutes on a fishing quest. If the salmon are “running”(that is, if they are in nearby waters), your guide might recommend trying to catch pink, silver and the elusive king salmon. Other options include rockfish or – if waters are calm on the day – your boat could head further out to look for Pacific cod and lingcod.
Wherever you and your guide end up, enjoy the Southeastern Alaskan scenery during your travels. And please note that although you have a good chance of catching fish on the day, this cannot be guaranteed.
After the fishing, it takes around 45 minutes to return to the marina and another 15 minutes or so to walk back to your ship.
Important Information: Participants must be at least 5 years of age, weigh a minimum of 30 lbs. and a maximum of 300 lbs. Deck or rubber soled shoes must be worn on board. We recommend that you wear warm, layered clothing. Baranof provides rain gear, rubber boots, comfortable float jackets, wool socks, hat and gloves, as well as all fishing equipment and tackle.
Alaska State Law requires a fishing license that can be purchased in cash at the outfitting room for $15. You’ll need a credit card in order to have your catch processed and sent home (U.S. only). Fish cannot be stored on board the ship. -This tour is not recommended for expectant mothers or Guests who have neck, back or heart problems, because the weather can change rapidly, causing the vessel to navigate through some sea swell
