Salmon Sportfishing Expedition

Description

Be sure to read the Special Notes further down this page for important requirements and restriction.

Your excursion begins with a short walk from the ship to the sportfishing boat harbor. You'll receive a safety briefing, board your vessel ranging in size from 32 to 38 feet in length, then depart for the fishing grounds. En route, you'll purchase your fishing license directly from your captain, so be sure to bring cash.

Your large cabin cruiser will offer plenty of room to walk around and amenities include a large fishing deck, spacious salon with comfortable seating area, full galley, private flushing head, and hand-washing sink. Troll for salmon and test your sportfishing skills in the calm, protected waters of the Inside Passage for approximately 3 to 4 hours. Your expert fishing guide knows how to lure the salmon to your line and the deckhand will attend to your needs and serve snacks and beverages, fruit, cookies, pastries, chips, bottled water, sodas, cocoa, coffee and tea. After returning to the dock, your Alaskan fishing guide will assist with taking photos of the day's catch. Walk back to the ship with memories of a relaxing fishing trip in the "Salmon Capital of the World."

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.

Princess Cruises' Cook My Catch is our exclusive culinary experience highlighting the pinnacle of fresh seafood. Our chefs can cook and serve fish caught while on select fishing excursions in Alaska. Guests can choose their preferred preparation and accompaniments for their fresh-caught seafood. This unique dining experience is available onboard. Fish must be caught while on select Princess approved excursions and can be served for lunch or dinner - a unique way to enjoy your very own, wild Alaska seafood.

Special Notes:

Minimum age is 8. Participants may not exceed 350 lbs. Deck or rubber-soled shoes must be worn on the boat. Boats will carry a maximum of 6 guests. Please remember you are purchasing the opportunity to catch fish, not a guarantee of doing so. The Alaska Department of Fish & Game has put in place a conservation measure in southeast Alaska waters to protect the king salmon species. Any king caught up until June 14 must be released. 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.

A fishing license is required and can be purchased onboard your boat for $25 cash per person. When king salmon is targeted, a $15 per person additional retention tag is required. Children under 16 are not required to purchase a license.

Trolling with downriggers is the method of fishing used on this excursion. Generally, the fishing rods are placed in holders and lines are lowered to specific depths. Participants do not hold the rods until fish are hooked. When a salmon strikes the fisherman then removes the rod from the holder, sets the hook with a slight jerk and plays the fish. Usually, five to six fishermen are assigned per boat.

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 dip, crackers, coffee, soda, water

Unaccompanied Minor Policy: Children under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian.