Fishing out of Port Eliza Lodge on the west coast of Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada, Carter’s Charters puts you at the gateway to the productive waters of Esperanza Inlet and the open Pacific.
The amazing fishing opportunities of Vancouver Island are best experienced when you have a great guide by your side. That's why Salmon Strike Charters has been helping people catch fish on this island for over 30 years.
Esperanza Inlet i Nootka Sound, na hrapavoj zapadnoj obali ostrva Vankuver, sa Fishers Island Adventures! Iskoristićete na najbolji način predivni pejzaž i bogatu riblju populaciju na neverovatnom putovanju od 3 dana i 4 noći.
"It only took 5 minutes to put us on the Chinook
A double header to start." — Howard, BC
Nestled on the rugged west coast of Vancouver Island, Zeballos offers sheltered access to some of British Columbia's most productive saltwater and freshwater fisheries. The calm, protected waters of Zeballos Inlet serve as a gateway to the nutrient-rich grounds of Esperanza Inlet and the open Pacific Ocean, where anglers target prized Chinook salmon, coho, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish year-round. Just a 45-minute run from the village, the Pacific teems with winter springs and summer salmon runs near Catala Island.
Zeballos fishing charters provide expert-guided adventures aboard well-equipped vessels, navigating scenic fjords and offshore reefs known for trophy catches. Local operators like Salty Dog Fishing Charters and Reel Obsession Sportfishing leverage decades of knowledge to position anglers over productive reefs and migratory paths. Beyond saltwater excellence, the Zeballos and Kaouk Rivers deliver acclaimed steelhead and cutthroat trout fishing, while nearby lakes brim with rainbow trout and Dolly Varden.
The region's wilderness setting enhances every trip, with frequent sightings of sea lions, orcas, bears, and bald eagles complementing the fishing action. Back in the historic village, full-service lodges offer culinary experiences featuring fresh local seafood, along with fish processing and freezing facilities. Whether pursuing salmon in the Pacific, casting for steelhead in glacial rivers, or crabbing in the inlet, Zeballos delivers diverse angling adventures in pristine coastal wilderness.
