| Your chances of catching an incredible King Salmon or | | | | this high-end company was recently featured in |
| a trophy-size Rainbow Trout will be greatly increased | | | | National Geographic magazine. |
| by booking the services of Alaska fishing charters or | | | | One of the biggest misconceptions about a private |
| tour guides. They know the waters, the location of | | | | yacht charter is that it's prohibitively expensive. But, |
| the fish, and the best strategies for catching them. | | | | what most travelers don't realize is that the cost of |
| So, if you're planning an upcoming fishing trip to | | | | chartering a private yacht, including crew, is typically |
| Alaska, keep reading for an overview of some of | | | | the same as booking cabins aboard a cruise ship - |
| the best fishing tour companies in the state. | | | | only you don't have to share with 2000 other |
| Puffin Alaska Fishing Charters | | | | passengers or pay extra for off-shore activities. |
| With fishing grounds that include the majestic | | | | The Saltwater Safari Company |
| Resurrection Bay, Montague Island, Nuka Bay, Prince | | | | Saltwater Safari Company is known for its service |
| William Sound and even Kenai Fjords National Park, | | | | and affordable rates that start at around $200 for a |
| Puffin is able to offer both incredible fishing and | | | | half-day and go up to $325 for a full day of both |
| beautiful sights. | | | | halibut and salmon fishing. The company also offers |
| Puffin is known for fast boats, an experienced crew, | | | | exclusive group bookings for privacy or large groups. |
| high-end equipment and a strong level of customer | | | | Keep in mind though that licenses, meals and fish |
| service. Their focus is sport fishing, particularly | | | | processing will all cost extra. However, like most |
| salmon, lingcod, rockfish and halibut. The company is | | | | Alaska fishing charter companies, Saltwater provides |
| based in Seward, Alaska and offers both private and | | | | bait, tackle and filleting - a nice benefit. |
| group charters. | | | | When it comes to Alaska fishing charters, you have |
| Alaska NW Charters and the Caledonia | | | | hundreds of choices. So, the three companies above |
| Life aboard the Alaskan Caledonia is slightly different | | | | simply represent a cross-section of what's available, |
| than your typical fishing charter boat. It's a luxury | | | | but there are still a lot of choices out there. If you |
| yacht that can sleep 8. Private groups are treated to | | | | don't use one of those referenced here, look for one |
| chef-prepared 5-star meals, a personal fishing guide, | | | | that has strong customer testimonials, a solid catch |
| an on-board naturalist, an accommodating hostess | | | | track record and an experienced crew. |
| and, of course - their captain. That's a great reason | | | | |