Ocean Hunter Charters 

4.9/5 (10 reviews)
 Freight Dock Road, Homer, AK 99603, United States

Ocean Hunter Charters welcomes you to the stunning waters of Homer.

These waters are known for Halibut, Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Sockeye Salmon, Black Seabass, Cod, Lingcod, and more – with any luck, you’ll have tight lines in no time. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using heavy tackle.

Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Snacks are never a bad idea to maintain your energy throughout the trip!

You’ll be fishing aboard a 28’ Koffler aluminum fishing boat that can carry up to 6 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. What’s more, this vessel is wheelchair accessible. Capt. Keith will provide rods and reels for you, as well as lures.

You will need to get a local fishing license before the trip. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect. It’s always wise to bring bottled water, sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

You could keep reading this, but wouldn’t you rather be fishing with Ocean Hunter Charters?

Keith Kalke

Captain

Keith Kalke

21 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified

Most popular features:

 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Toilet
 Child Friendly
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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8 Hour Trip – Winter King
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Aug 31
Price for 2 people
US $650 
8 Hour Trip – Halibut
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Price for 2 people
US $756 
8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Salmon
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Price for 2 people
US $862 
Salmon/Cod/Black Rock Fish
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Tue, Wed)
Price for 2 people
US $862 
8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Black Rock
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip (Mon, Thu, Fri, Sat, Sun)
Price for 2 people
US $864 
There are 12 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.9/5
out of 5 stars from 10 reviews
Boat
4.6/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (3)

August fishing trip
Great trip!!!
Fantastic Trip with Ocean Hunter

Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

100%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

67%

Caught fish

100%

Showing 1 - 5 of 12 reviews
Gerald H.
Gerald H.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Captain

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Salmon on July 15, 2024

Captain Keith does an excellent job of communicating with other Captains to get you on the fish. This saves a lot of drive time searching if the fish have been on the move. He also has a great sense of humor which really makes for a great day on the water.

Captain Keith does an excellent job of communicating with other Captains to get you on the fish. This saves a lot of drive time searching if the fish have been on the move. He also has a great sense of humor which really makes for a great day on the water.  

 Gerald H. recommends Ocean Hunter Charters
1 person finds this review helpful
Keith Kalke
Keith Kalke (The Captain)
Replied on July 17, 2024
Thanks guys I hope to see you again

Todd S.
Todd S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

August fishing trip

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Salmon on August 26, 2024

Fishing was slow the day we went out but captain Keith was very persistent .He helped us catch our limit on halibut.Then we went and caught some king salmon.This was an excellent trip and I can’t wait to come back again .Thanks captain kieth

Fishing was slow the day we went out but captain Keith was very persistent .He helped us catch our limit on halibut.Then we went and caught some king salmon.This was an excellent trip and I can’t wait to come back again .Thanks captain kieth  

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 Todd S. recommends Ocean Hunter Charters

Britt M.
Britt M.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Awesome day

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Salmon on June 28, 2024

We had a great family fishing and sightseeing day. We caught some fish, saw tons of sea life, and toured much of the area around Homer. We even saw some whales! Thanks again to Captain Keith for a great day!

We had a great family fishing and sightseeing day. We caught some fish, saw tons of sea life, and toured much of the area around Homer. We even saw some whales! Thanks again to Captain Keith for a great day!  

 Britt M. recommends Ocean Hunter Charters
Keith Kalke
Keith Kalke (The Captain)
Replied on July 17, 2024
Hope to see you again soon

Cameron C.
Cameron C.

The captain canceled

VERIFIED

Trip was supposed to happen on January 20, 2025

The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.

 

1 person finds this review helpful
Keith Kalke
Keith Kalke (The Captain)

Mary H.
Mary H.
4.7/5

Experience:

4.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Fantastic Trip with Ocean Hunter

VERIFIED

8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Black Rock on July 2, 2024

We highly recommend Keith and his company Ocean Hunter. He’s patient, instructive, readily shared his knowledge and experiences with us. We caught halibut, cod, king salmon, pillow and Irish Lords. It was a wonderful day on the water and we’d gladly return with Ocean Hunter.

We highly recommend Keith and his company Ocean Hunter. He’s patient, instructive, readily shared his knowledge and experiences with us. We caught halibut, cod, king salmon, pillow and Irish Lords. It was a wonderful day on the water and we’d gladly return with Ocean Hunter.  

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 Mary H. recommends Ocean Hunter Charters

FAQs about Ocean Hunter Charters

What are the trip rates for Ocean Hunter Charters?

Ocean Hunter Charters offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $325 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Winter King (8 hours)
  • US $378 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Halibut (8 hours)
  • US $431 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Salmon (8 hours)
  • US $431 per person - Salmon/Cod/Black Rock Fish (8 hours)
  • US $432 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Halibut/Black Rock (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Ocean Hunter Charters?

When you book a trip with Ocean Hunter Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Radar
What's included in the trip price with Ocean Hunter Charters?

Trips booked with Ocean Hunter Charters include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
What types of fishing does Ocean Hunter Charters offer?

Ocean Hunter Charters offers the following types of fishing:

  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
  • Offshore Fishing
  • Reef Fishing
What fishing techniques does Ocean Hunter Charters offer?

Ocean Hunter Charters offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Jigging
  • Deep Sea Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Ocean Hunter Charters?

Top targeted fish species with Ocean Hunter Charters include:

  • Cod
  • Halibut
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)
  • Salmon (Sockeye)
  • Seabass (Black)

Your captain

Keith Kalke

Homer, Alaska, United States

ID & license verified
12 Customer reviews
Response time 7 hours
Member since June 2022

Operating a 28' Koffler Aluminum fishing, Capt. Keith ensures a comfortable fishing experience in the waters of Homer, Alaska. Keep your eyes peeled for Halibut, Sockeye Salmon and Chinook Salmon as you try your hand at bottom fishing, trolling, jigging, and more. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.

The fish you can target

Cod
Cod
Halibut
Halibut
Chinook Salmon
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Coho Salmon
Pink Salmon
Pink Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Black Seabass
Black Seabass

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1994
Boat manufacturer
Koffler
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
2 x 2HP
Max cruising speed
26 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Offshore Fishing

Reef Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Jigging

Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet

GPS

Fishfinder

Radar

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 30 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 30 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.

What the listing policies are

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

How you can pay

Pay online in full

Pay online in full through FishingBooker and save on credit card fees at the dock.

No additional fees.

Book with 10% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 10% 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

 Checks

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Homer right now

HalibutHalibut
Salmon (Chinook)Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Coho)Salmon (Coho)
Salmon (Pink)Salmon (Pink)
Salmon (Sockeye)Salmon (Sockeye)
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