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BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife - KETCHIKAN Top Rated

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Halibut Fishing Excursions Ketchikan, Alaska
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Overview

Experience the best Alaska halibut fishing! Private excursion includes halibut fishing, whale watching, and wildlife viewing. Catch your trophy halibut in Ketchikan, Alaska.

We offer a guaranteed on time pickup and drop off from downtown Ketchikan cruise ship ports. Making this fishing charter the best way to maximize your time in port.

Private Ketchikan halibut fishing excursion is great for all ages and skill levels.

We provide everything needed for an authentic Alaskan fishing adventure! Halibut fishing in scenic waters along the Ketchikan coastline.

This private fishing excursion gives you a hands on experience. The best halibut fishing waters on your Alaskan cruise.

What's Included

  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • All Fishing Tackle and Bait
  • Gratuities
  • Fishing License
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509 Water Street
Ketchikan, AK 99901, USA

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What To Expect

Ketchikan fishing and wildlife viewing/ whale watching excursion includes a professionally guided Alaska fishing adventure. Experience the Alaska's best fishing with your closest family and friends. In addition, fish in stunning calm scenic waters full of wildlife and natural beauty. Breaching whales, feeding eagles, and harbor seals are common wildlife you may see on this family friendly adventure.

This tour includes pickup and drop off from the berth 3 visitor center in downtown Ketcikan cruise ship docks. Your family will be reeling in halibut, cod, rockfish and sharks on this Alaska fishing adventure. Ketchikan's premiere captains and boats!

We include everything on this trip for those looking for a comprehensive Ketchikan fishing tour. Experience whale watching, wildlife viewing, Totem Poles and even an eagle feeding on this Ketchikan fishing tour.

This private fishing tour includes your family and friends with no other participant being added to your trip. Making this unique experience an exclusive Alaska fishing adventure of a lifetime. There's also an option to have your Alaska catch processed and shipped home!

Additional Info

  • Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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

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Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?

A: As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife – KETCHIKAN Top Rated. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat. Read more Dec 2022

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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.

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Activity code: C-362532P2

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Frequently Asked Questions (10)

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Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife – KETCHIKAN Top Rated. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.

Dec 2022
Q: Is bait provided?
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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.

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Q: Will I get seasick on BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife – KETCHIKAN Top Rated?
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If 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
Q: What is the cancellation policy for the BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife – KETCHIKAN Top Rated?
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the tour for a full refund.
  • 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 (AKDT).
  • This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Apr 2025
Q: What's included in the price?
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The following is included:
  • Snacks.
  • Bottled water.
  • All Fishing Tackle and Bait.
  • Fishing Equipment.
The following is NOT included:
  • Gratuities.
  • Fishing License.
Apr 2025
Q: What is the weather cancellation policy?
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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 2025
Q: What is the minimum age for this tour?
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The minimum age to participate is 2..

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If 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 2025
Q: Is this an accessible tour?
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Accessibility information for the BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife - KETCHIKAN Top Rated is as follows:

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
Apr 2025
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Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for BEST HALIBUT Fishing Excursion & Wildlife – KETCHIKAN Top Rated will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Destinations. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!

 

 

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  • Snacks
  • Bottled water
  • All Fishing Tackle and Bait
  • Fishing Equipment
  • Gratuities
  • Fishing License

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  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • 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
  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
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