Description
Points of Interest
- Outdoor Adventures
Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.
Cook My Catch is available on this excursion. This five hour small-group boating adventure starts when you board your 26-to 36-ft. enclosed luxury vessel, with a party of no more than six people, and set sail along Stephens Passage. Skippered by a US Coast Guard-licensed captain, you will be able to fish while enjoying the calm waters and stunning scenery of this incredible state. A snack will be served during the expedition, and your captain will encourage you to keep an eye out for whales, sea lions and eagles. Those of you lucky enough to catch salmon your catch can be processed locally and shipped to your home for an additional charge, or cooked on board for dinner (limit one fish per person) - it's your choice.
Special Notes:
Minimum age is 4. Rubber-soled or deck shoes must be worn on the boat. Bring appropriate outdoor clothing. Boats will carry a maximum of 6 guests. Please remember you are purchasing the opportunity to catch fish, not a guarantee of doing so. Fish runs are dependent on spawning seasons, so during May and late-September fish stock may be more limited. All safety equipment and fishing gear is provided.Alaska State regulation requires those engaging in sportfishing to purchase and carry on their person a State of Alaska sport fishing license, which should be purchased in advance of your tour. One day non-resident licenses are $15 per person. A king salmon stamp ($15 per person) is required if you plan to target or retain this species. Children under the age of 16 are not required to purchase sportfishing licenses. Download the Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) mobile app or follow the below steps to acquire your license:
Visit – https://store.adfg.alaska.gov
Choose "Shop as Guest" and enter the required information
Choose "Fishing, Hunting, Trapping Licenses & Stamps"
Under Short-Term Products, use the drop-down menu to:
Chose the sport fishing license matching your intended duration (if fishing across multiple days, select a term spanning all relevant dates.)
Input the starting date and time of your fishing activity and add to cart.
In May, June and July add a King salmon stamp.
Checkout
Bring a printed copy of your license or proof of license through the ADFG app.
Trolling with downriggers is the method of fishing used on this excursion. Generally, four rods are placed in holders and lines are lowered to specific depths. Participants do not hold the rods until fish are hooked. Fishermen then take the rod on a rotating basis to land their catch.
Your catch can be processed and shipped home for an additional charge as arranged by the tour operator. Because of its perishable nature and U.S. Customs regulations, your catch may not be sent outside of the United States in most cases. Due to federal regulations, your catch may not be stored onboard your cruise ship, but may be prepared for dinner onboard.
Provided: Fishing gear, rain jacket
Snack: Smoked salmon samples, cheese, crackers, water
Unaccompanied Minor Policy: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.
Details
Tour timeline may vary to avoid overcrowding, etc.
Tour to Boat Harbor
Transport type:
Mini Bus
Transport Capacity:
24
Travel time:
00:25
Air conditioned:
No
Walking distance:
50
Restroom available:
No
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Travel to fishing grounds
Transport type:
Motorized Vessel
Transport Capacity:
6
Travel time:
00:15
Air conditioned:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Fishing
Transport type:
Motorized Vessel
Transport Capacity:
6
Time at site:
04:00
Air conditioned:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Travel back to boat harbor
Transport type:
Motorized Vessel
Transport Capacity:
6
Travel time:
00:15
Air conditioned:
No
Restroom available:
Yes
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes
Tour back to cruise ship pier
Transport type:
Mini Bus
Transport Capacity:
24
Travel time:
00:25
Air conditioned:
No
Walking distance:
50
Restroom available:
No
Shopping available:
No
Photo/video restrictions:
No
Photo/video opportunity:
Yes