Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service

Year-round fishing in Alaska? That’s what Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service offers. The year-round Halibut and Salmon bite is second to none, and you’re invited aboard to experience the “Halibut Fishing Capital of the World” for yourself. Captain Daniel Donich has been fishing since the age of 10, and professionally for over 30 years. A Seattle native, he fell in love with Homer, AK, and will show you exactly why on one of his famous trips.

There’ll be no need to fear the elements, even in the depths of winter, as you can always warm up in the closed cabin or next to the heater on board. This 35’ Bertram offshore sportfishing boat is designed to get out on the water and to hold you as you reel in the biggest creatures the sea has to offer. Powered by twin 200 HP Volvo engines, you’ll get to the most productive spots in less than an hour. Fitted with a kitchen, full toilet, and a bed, this vessel has all you need for a comfortable day at sea.

Anglers from all over the world come to fish Halibut in these waters, and you’ll get to see why, as you go after these delicious creatures. The Salmon bite is also prevalent throughout the year, with the species growing to gigantic sizes here. Using the latest Shimano rods and reels, you’ll be fishing with dead bait and artificial lures to get as many fish on the boat as possible. Capt. Daniel will set up to troll, while you can also jig and bottom fish to start reeling ‘em in.

At the end of the day, your catch will be cleaned and prepared for you to take home a delicious treat. The whole family is welcome aboard Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service, and who knows? You may also fall in love with the remote wilderness and excellent fishing in Homer, AK. Don’t miss this world-famous destination, so grab your fishing license online or from nearby stores and bring some snacks and drinks aboard for an unforgettable time!



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Shared trip
    9 Hr Trip – Salmon
    Low rate deposit non-refundable
    9 Hour Trip, starts at 8:30 AM
    Seasonal trip Oct 15 - Apr 15
    US $700
    Throughout the year, Salmon and Halibut are biting and proving to be a delicious catch to put on your plate. You'll spend up to an hour getting to the fishing grounds before you ready yourselves for a full day's fishing.
    Targeted fish
    Salmon
    Salmon
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon

FAQs about Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service

Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service offers the following trip to customers:
  • US $350 per person - 9 Hr Trip – Salmon (9 hours)

When you book a trip with Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Kitchen
  • Multimedia System
  • Ice Box
  • Radar

Trips booked with Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (we provide all the gear and bait that you will need)
  • Live Bait (we don't use live bait but we do use fresh frozen)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (we will clean your catch and bag it)
  • Drinks (Coffee and bottled water)
  • First Mate

Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service offers the following types of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing (Halibut are offshore and nearshore )

Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Drift Fishing
  • Deep Sea Fishing

Top targeted fish species with Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service include:
  • Halibut
  • Salmon
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)

Meet the Charter Operator

Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service
Homer, Alaska, United States
2 Customer reviews
Member since November 2018
I started my fishing career aged 10. My first boat was an 8' plywood dingy that I found after a big storm, full of gravel on Adelaide Beach, WA. I started fishing all summer long for whatever would bite – mostly bottom fish. Then, after lots of trial and error, I learned how to catch King Salmon and I fell in love with the sport. Growing up in the Seattle area I always heard about Alaska and all the untouched fishing that it had to offer so right out of High School I got a job commercial fishing for Pink, Chum, and Red Salmon. It was a great experience but it wasn't what I really wanted to do. So I got another job on a private Sportfisher, fishing all over Alaska from Ketchikan to Kodiak and I worked for that Company for 4 years. In that time, I moved up from deck hand to first mate, and then Captain. I settled down in Homer, because we have great fishing year-round. I have really learned how to perfect my techniques over the last 30 years.

About this listing

Targeted species

Halibut Halibut
Salmon Salmon
Salmon (Chinook) Chinook Salmon
Salmon (Coho) Coho Salmon

Boat specs

Bertram (Sportfishing) originally built in 1982, and restored in 2022. Powered by 2 400HP Deere engines, with a maximum cruising speed of 24 knots.

Length
35 ft
Capacity
6 persons

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing
Offshore Fishing
Halibut are offshore and nearshore

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Jigging
Drift Fishing
Deep Sea Fishing

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Kitchen
Multimedia System

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
we provide all the gear and bait that you will need
Live Bait
we don't use live bait but we do use fresh frozen
Lures
Catch cleaning & filleting
we will clean your catch and bag it
Drinks
Coffee and bottled water
First Mate

Cancellation policy

Deposit non-refundable

If it is unsafe to travel, you may still cancel free of charge or change the date(s) of your booking.

Listing policies

Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
Child Friendly
You Keep Catch
Catch and Release Allowed
Disabled Accessible

Payment

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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
Checks
Bank Transfer
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

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Customer reviews

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Full day king salmon 12\/27\/18
Full day king salmon 12\/27\/18
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Full day halibut and winter kings

VERIFIED   10 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut Deal on November 12, 2020
Started slow due to the weather, but we had a incredible day with Captain Daniel. Limited out on Kings and halibut. Highly...
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Full day king salmon 12/27/18

VERIFIED   8 Hr Trip Combo on December 27, 2018
Caught some really nice kings with Captain Daniel.
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