MQT Adventures and Guide Service

MQT Adventures Guide Service is the premier guide service that operates year-round. They will put you on the hottest bite in some of the most beautiful areas of Upper Michigan.

Join them for an exciting, fully-customizable outdoor adventure! You can go wading through the crystal-clear streams and rivers surrounding Marquette and chase Brown, Brook, Rainbow Trout, and Steelhead. Spin casting, fly, and drift fishing are the main techniques used and the guides will provide you with all the necessary gear.

Fishing with them is all about exploring the stunning outdoors of the Upper Peninsula. A variety of trips are available on foot, wading the rivers, from a walleye boat, or on the ice.

If you’re into something a bit cooler, ice fishing is an option. Climb on the captain’s snowmobile and head out to the best areas to fish. The team from MQT adventures offers a turn-key experience, everything is set up and ready to go as soon as you set foot on the ice. You’ll be supplied with heated shelters, a guide, underwater cameras, sonar, rods, bait, and tackle. You will know when the fight is about to start. You’ll be reeling in Perch, Pike, Crappie, Blue Gill, Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, Coho Salmon, and Whitefish from under the ice.

Maybe you want to target a specific species or just really like fishing in a certain area? No problem, all trips can be changed to best suit your wishes – just talk to the captain and he’ll help you get the trip your heart desires!

If you want your stress to melt away and to recharge your batteries on pristine waters, book a trip with MQT Adventures Guide Service and get ready for a fishing adventure of a lifetime!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    5 Hour Trip – Inland Trout
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 24
    US $400
    This exciting inland trip will take you walking and wading through the pristine rivers and streams of Michigan. You'll target trout species that inhabit the small creeks and tributaries of lake superior. Expect to catch Brook, Brown, and Rainbow Trout. The trip can be adjusted to suit your needs, just talk to the captain to figure out what's best for you.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Spring Steelhead
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - May 15
    US $400
    Spend the day wading through the Upper Peninsula Streams of Michigan while fishing for Steelhead. You will be provided with the rods, bait, and Tackle. This trip is customizable, talk to the captain to work out what's best for you.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Private trip
    Half Day Trip – Ice Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 15 - Mar 27
    US $450
    Head out into the ice and get ready for some cool action! You'll target Perch, Pike, Coho Salmon, Splake, and Whitefish. You'll be provided with your guides for the day, sonar, rods, bait, tackle, and a heated shelter. This trip can be customized to best suit your fishing needs.
    Targeted fish
    Bass (Largemouth)
    Largemouth Bass
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Burbot
    Burbot
    Whitefish (Lake)
    Lake Whitefish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Half Day - Fall Steelhead & Salmon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 16 - Dec 1
    US $500
    King Salmon, Pink Salmon, Coho and Steelhead! This 5-hour trip will take you wading and walking as you pursue your catch. If you want to do something specific, talk to the captain, the trip is fully customizable.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Inland Trout
    In demand! Last booked: 3 days ago
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Sep 24
    US $550
    This is a full day wading excursion. You will explore the Upper Peninsula's most productive Trout streams. Looking to target a specific species? All trips are fully customizable.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Brown Trout
    Brown Trout
    Brook Trout
    Brook Trout
  • Private trip
    5 hr Boat Trip – Walleye and Pike
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    5 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 15 - Nov 1
    US $575
    This trip takes place on our new 17’ Tracker Boat. Cast or jig for Walleye and Northern Pike on one of the Upper Peninsula's largest and most scenic Inland Lakes. We can only accommodate up to 3 guests on the Valkyrie. Fishing is CATCH and RELEASE with high fish averages per trip.
    Targeted fish
    Walleye
    Walleye
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip – Ice Fishing
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Dec 15 - Apr 1
    US $650
    Spend the entire day hitting the productive ice holes. You'll sit in a comfortable, heated shelter and the captain also provides snow machines. You will primarily target Splake, Whitefish, Burbot, Pike, Bluegill, Crappie, and Perch. All required equipment is provided. You can pick and choose to target species or further customize the trip.
    Targeted fish
    Pike (Northern)
    Northern Pike
    Burbot
    Burbot
    Whitefish (Lake)
    Lake Whitefish
    Sunfish
    Sunfish
    Perch (Yellow)
    Yellow Perch
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
  • Private trip
    Full Day - Fall Steelhead & Salmon
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Sep 16 - Dec 1
    US $675
    Spend the day wading through the crystal-clear waters of Michigan while you go after King Salmon, Pink Salmon, Coho, and Steelhead! You will be supplied with all the required equipment for this trip. If you want to target a certain species, feel free to talk to the captain and customize your trip accordingly.
  • Private trip
    Full Day Trip - Spring Steelhead
    FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
    Seasonal trip Apr 1 - May 15
    US $675
    Spend the entire day wading through the Upper Peninsula Streams of Michigan while fishing for Steelhead . You will be provided with the Rods, Bait and Tackle. This trip is customizable, talk to the captain to work out what's best for you.
    Targeted fish
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
    Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)

FAQs about MQT Adventures and Guide Service

MQT Adventures and Guide Service offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $400 per group, additional US $175 per person after 2 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Inland Trout (4 hours)
  • US $400 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Spring Steelhead (5 hours)
  • US $450 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Trip – Ice Fishing (5 hours)
  • US $500 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - Half Day - Fall Steelhead & Salmon (5 hours)
  • US $550 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Inland Trout (8 hours)
  • US $575 per group - 5 hr Boat Trip – Walleye and Pike (5 hours)
  • US $650 per group, additional US $325 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip – Ice Fishing (8 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $325 per person after 2 guests - Full Day - Fall Steelhead & Salmon (8 hours)
  • US $675 per group, additional US $325 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip - Spring Steelhead (8 hours)

When you book a trip with MQT Adventures and Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder

Trips booked with MQT Adventures and Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Live Bait
  • Lures
  • Fly Fishing Equipment

MQT Adventures and Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • River Fishing (Walking and wading)
  • Lake Fishing (Casting and Jigging from our walleye boat)
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Backcountry Fishing

MQT Adventures and Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Fly Fishing
  • Drift Fishing
  • Handline
  • Ice Fishing

Top targeted fish species with MQT Adventures and Guide Service include:
  • Bass (Smallmouth)
  • Brook Trout
  • Brown Trout
  • Burbot
  • Perch (Yellow)
  • Pike (Northern)
  • Rainbow Trout (Steelhead)
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Walleye
  • Whitefish (Lake)

Meet the Charter Operator

MQT Adventures and Guide Service
Marquette, Michigan, United States
1 Fishing Report
27 Customer reviews
Response time 1 hour
Member since June 2018
"Sharing my passion for fishing and teaching others is why I guide. My favorite species to fish for is Brook Trout." Mike Koziara has been fishing his entire life, from since he was big enough to hold a rod of his own. He loves working with and teaching his guests all about the wonderful world of freshwater fishing. Customizing trips isn't just a buzzword for him, he loves figuring out what's best for his customers and putting them on the best bite. He's most proud of his charity work and his work with veterans and service men.

About this listing

Targeted species

Bass (Smallmouth) Smallmouth Bass
Brook Trout Brook Trout
Brown Trout Brown Trout
Burbot Burbot

Boat specs

Tracker (Aluminum fishing) originally built in 2017. Powered by a 115HP Mercury engine, with a maximum cruising speed of 36 knots.

Length
17 ft
Capacity
9 persons

Types of fishing

River Fishing
Walking and wading
Lake Fishing
Casting and Jigging from our walleye boat
Inshore Fishing
Nearshore Fishing
Backcountry Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Spinning
Jigging
Fly Fishing
Drift Fishing
Handline
Ice Fishing

Amenities

GPS
Fishfinder

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Live Bait
Lures
Fly Fishing Equipment

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

Listing policies

Pickup agreed upon reservation
Transfer to/from departure site may be available and included in price depending on your location and distance from the dock.
Child Friendly
Minimum age requirement of 5
You Keep Catch
Check description details
Catch and Release Allowed

Payment

Book with 20% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 20% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

Cash
Visa
Mastercard
American Express
PayPal
Checks

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
5.0 / 5
out of 5 stars from 27 reviews
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (28)
Ice fishing
Full day Salmon trip
Full day Salmon trip
+25
Angler rating
25
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
94%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
96%
Appropriate for children
78%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
95%
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Eric N.
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Ice fishing

VERIFIED   Special 5 hour trip for Eric Nitz on February 10, 2024
We had a group of 7 and it was our first time ice fishing. Mike and crew were very knowledgeable and helpful. We booked last...
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Greg M.
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Use Mike if you need a charter.

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inland Trout on September 14, 2023
Mike is a great guide.  His first mate Mitch was also very good.  They worked to meet our needs and were great at communicating...
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Rick B.
Skandia, Michigan
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Trout stream fishing full day with captain Mike

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip – Inland Trout on September 7, 2023
This was a trip by foot to trout streams. No boat. We went to beautiful streams/rivers. The weather was a little rainy and...
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Steve B.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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Full day Salmon trip

VERIFIED   Full Day - Fall Steelhead & Salmon on October 8, 2023
Mike put us on the fish and i caught my 1st Salmon within 10 minutes. Had a great day of fighting and catching fish. Very knowledgeable...
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Aaron R.
Bridgman, Michigan
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Great trip with Mike

VERIFIED   5 Hour Trip – Inland Trout on September 10, 2023
Mike is a terrific guide. We had a blast hiking and wading while fishing for trout in the river. If we’re ever here in the...
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