Join our full day combination sightseeing and fishing tour!

Duration

9 Hours

About

This package combines the full day tour with a saltwater fishing experience. There are several places along our route where a short stop guarantees catching fish. Whales, salmon, halibut, bass, along with puffins and other auklets congregate in the same area to feed on herring and needle fish. It is not unusual to have whales circling our boat and to see puffins diving while we catch fish. This package is a favorite for visitors who are interested in seeing the Kenai Fjords' wildlife and glaciers and would also like a taste of Alaska's famous saltwater fishing.

NOTE: Trip purchase does not include individual fishing license. You will need to purchase a fishing license prior to boarding the boat.

About Our Boat

The Steller Explorer is 43' long and certified and inspected annually by the United States Coast Guard. ​The ​Steller Explorer has a heated cabin, bathroom, life raft, and walk around decks for excellent viewing.

What to Bring

• IF YOU ARE FISHING, YOU ABSOLUTELY MUST BRING A FISHING LICENSE. You can buy them online (website will be included in your confirmation email). If you don’t get them online, you can buy them at many places in Alaska including the “Fish House,” a sporting goods store near the harbor.
• Please bring your own water bottle filled with water - you will be able to refill on boat.
• Warm layers - while it is summertime, it is summertime in Alaska and most mornings are chilly. On nice days you’ll be shedding layers, on cooler days you’ll appreciate the layers.
• Rain Gear - our vessel is equipped with a spacious and comfortable interior. But who wants to be inside while a whale is breaching, a glacier is calving, or the fish are biting? Bring at least a good rain jacket with a hood. If you brought rain pants to Alaska this is a good time to break them out. Even if it doesn’t rain, if it’s windy you’ll be able to put those on.
• Warm hat, gloves - this is especially necessary in the late spring/early fall trips, but not a terrible idea in summer. Again, most days are mild, but when the boat is running it gets windy and if you want to be outside (and you likely will be) you’ll be all set if you have some gloves and a hat.
• Sunglasses - the midnight sun is even brighter mid-day so these are a must. If you have polarized glasses, certainly bring them, if our wildlife is cooperative you’ll be able to spot them in the water much better with polarized sunglasses.
• Camera/ phone for taking pictures - we cannot stress this enough. Make sure you have plenty of battery/replacements/charging packs. While we’re working on getting a better system for charging phones on board, you’ll be well covered if you bring what you need.
• A word about seasickness. Our boat is stable, very stable. It’s a heavy built boat designed specifically for the seas in the Pacific NW. However, the seas in Alaska can get rough. If you are prone to seasickness we recommend that you begin taking your seasickness medication 24-36 hours in advance. It gives you a chance to acclimate and a chance to get ahead of the potential for seasickness.
• We provide coffee, cocoa, tea, and water, but please feel free to bring your own drinks, snacks, etc. Alcoholic drinks are perfectly welcome, but use moderation, our captain and deckhand will cut off anyone that over indulges or becomes a problem.

What Not to Bring

• Drones. They are illegal in the Kenai Fjords National Park and they cannot be flown.
• Weapons
• Illegal drugs
• Bad attitude!