Book your next trip with Rugged Coast Charters Ltd. and find out what makes the fishing around Vancouver Island so unique. Jesse will be your guide, allowing you to benefit from his sportfishing experience.
"We had a fantastic morning with Captain Jesse, the 4 of us all caught Salmon and my 9 year old son caught a monster Ling Cod!" — Julian,
Looking for an amazing time and adventure? Along with an action packed charter ?That's what GA WestCoast Charters is here for! Captain Gerald will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.
"Gerald is a great fisherman and knows the area well. He worked very hard to ensure a good fishing experience for us." — Greg,
Explore Barclay Sound and Alberni Inlet with BobKatz Charters! Captain Bob has been fishing in these waters for decades and knows them like the back of his palm.
"We had a fantastic day with Captain Bob. Seasoned Captain that knows the Alberni Inlet inside out ." — Will,
Are sportfishing has shifted to the river in Port Alberni now.Chinook Salmon and coho salmon are running steady now.Limits of Chinook daily.Nineteen foot Jet boats ,up to 3 people. Large, comfortable vessel.
"Captain Josh delivered.
My 3 sons and I asked for:
1 -the eldest's first salmon in the boat: accomplshed in the first 10 minutes
2 -a healthy catch: 12 fish landed, several released, and some good lessons learned/misses
3 -a variety of species: Chinook, Coho (none hatchery unfortunately), Ling cod, Sole, Halibut, and some other bycatch (also released) all made it to the boat." — Chris,
Reel Time Fishing Charters offers a range of affordable trip options, two licensed and experienced captains with a proven passion for nature, fish, and people, a stable fishing platform, convenient moorage, and secure parking.
"Le capitaine Turk a été aux petits soins avec nous et travaillait fort pour que l’on puisse attrapé de belles prises." — Melanie,
Looking to go fishing in Nanaimo? Getter Done Charters is your ticket! With Captain Brannen at the helm, you'll have a knowledgeable and experienced These waters are known for Chinook Salmon, Lingcod, Crab, Shrimp, Rockfish, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon
" We had very relaxing time. We headed out at Noon on a 4 hour charter." — Doug,
Welcome Aboard! Get ready for an incredible adventure with our professionally guided fishing charters in Nanaimo B.C.
"My family had the most epic chartered fishing trip ever. Captain Alfonso was very patient and informative to ensure we had a good time and would be successful catching fish." — Brian,
Welcome to 4:19 Charters, we're a charter with a passion for fishing and good company. Our number one goal is to catch fish and make sure you have a good time doing it.
"as a first time charter I was not sure what to expect captain William was amazing he shared alot of local knowledge and pointers the exprience was great and we caught lots of fish nice keepers and Oversized thatwe let go 10/10 recommend this charter will be booking again !" — Seth,
West Coast River Charters has been putting smiles on customer's faces since it was founded in 1995.
"went out on a full day 8 hr day trip for chinooks to Barkley sound." — Kevin,
Qualicum Beach fishing charters offer an unforgettable angling experience in the pristine waters of Vancouver Island, British Columbia. Nestled along the scenic eastern coastline, this destination is renowned for its abundant salmon runs, including Chinook, Coho, and Pink salmon, with peak seasons from summer through fall. Anglers also target trophy Lingcod and diverse bottom fish year-round in these nutrient-rich Pacific waters.
Experienced local guides provide access to prime fishing grounds near the Big Qualicum River estuary, where salmon stage before river entry. The area features accessible shore fishing platforms like the Big Qualicum Fish Hatchery site, designed for inclusive angling. Charters navigate productive nearshore reefs and offshore banks, leveraging intimate knowledge of seasonal migrations and tidal patterns to maximize catches.
Beyond salmon, the region's river systems—including the Little Qualicum and Englishman River—offer opportunities for sea-run Cutthroat Trout and Rainbow Trout. Families appreciate the calm estuaries and protected beaches ideal for introducing young anglers to the sport. With over 30 licensed charter operators specializing in multi-species adventures, Qualicum Beach delivers world-class fishing against Vancouver Island's dramatic coastal backdrop.
