6933 West Coast Road
Sooke, BC, Canada
If you’re ready to experience fishing in Sooke, look no further than Tips Up Sport Fishing Charters. Your guide for the day is Captain Eugene Baldwin, which means you’ll tap into years of angling experience.
Chinook Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Halibut, Rockfish, Lingcod, and more can be found in these waters if you come at the right time of year. On the day of your trip, you’re likely to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.
Looking to get the whole family outdoors? 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 so that nobody gets cranky on an empty belly!
Capt. Eugene will bring you aboard a 26’ Aluminum fishing boat that can carry 4 passengers. It has downriggers and all the essentials. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, as well as lures.
Trips are run with the help of a First Mate. A 10–20% tip is customary to show your appreciation for their hard work. Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group including salmon stamps. 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. If you’d like to bring other drinks, just ask.
And that’s it! Your fishing trip with Tips Up Sport Fishing Charters is just a click away.
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (32)
+29Angler rating
30
1
0
0
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
100%
Showing 1 - 5 of 32 reviews
Showing: 5 of 32 reviews
Steve Harbin
The captain canceled
July 27, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
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Mitch Fitzpatrick
5.0
Verified
Caught our dinner!
8 Hour Trip – Salmon on August 4, 2024 • 4 adults
Captain Eugene was a great captain, knew what he was doing and had a great boat. 30 minutes into the trip and we already had a Salmon on board! Over the course of the day had many other bites while experiencing all sorts of weather changes, Eugene safely navigated all of it. By the end of the day our whole group got a salmon on board and we’re happy to find crab in our traps too! Had quite the feast that night. Would recommend Tips Up charter to anyone!
Reported catch:
0
Colin Pilkey
Victoria, BC
5.0
Verified
Half day with Captain Eugene and first mate Jackie
4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Morning Trip) on August 26, 2023 • 2 adults
My 15yo son and I showed up with no equipment and NO know-how either. 😆
Eugene and his wife and partner Jackie (7 months pregnant and still fishing like a champ) are both experts and a pair of absolute BEAUTY human beings! They were very patient and kind with their instructions and they shared knowledge freely. We had a fantastic time and I could not recommend them strongly enough. We caught more fish than I even hoped for, and I will definitely book with them again in the future. They are well versed in all fishery regulations as well and will keep you legal too.
Personal note: I need to bring a bigger cooler for all the fish next time!!
Their patient approach to instruction bears mentioning a second time - my son and I were a bit nervous and uncertain at first but their kind and welcoming nature made us feel comfortable very quickly.
They had so much fun teaching my son they offered him a job! LOL
They take younger kids too if you are looking for a charter for the whole family.
Also, if it matters to you (it does to me) their boat is VERY professionally outfitted for charter fishing. But - word to the wise - you might want to buy a boat like theirs afterwards lololol !!! Sign up with Tip’s Up! You will not regret it.
Reported catch:
1
Mike Sleiman
5.0
Verified
A Bad Day Fishing Is Better Than A Good Day At Work!
4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Morning Trip) on August 22, 2023 • 2 adults
If the above statement is true what’s better than a good day fishing? I honestly don’t know!
Captain Eugene delivered the goods! We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with him, his first mate and “second” mate to be. They are a great team and worked amazing together to keep us on the fish. They take pride in being safe on the water and their boat is beautiful. We had a very comfortable day on the water, but the best part… We were tips up all day! We caught a great selection of salmon and we all got our limits. I can’t wait to get back out there to do it all over again!
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Andrew Mair
5.0
Verified
Six hour fishing charter
6 Hour Trip – Salmon on July 31, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child
Absolutely fantastic days fishing… Eugene is very knowledgeable of the area & was great with both myself & my son guiding us on what we should be doing to ensure results. We had a mix of Coho / Chinook salmon & managed to catch two salmon over 20bls which made my sons day as it was a personal best for him. I would highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a days fishing in Sooke.
Reported catch:
0
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4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Morning Trip)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
US $401
Entire boat: up to 4 people
4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Afternoon)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
US $401
Entire boat: up to 4 people
6 Hour Trip – Salmon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
US $547
Entire boat: up to 4 people
8 Hour Trip – Salmon
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip Apr 1 - Oct 31
US $693
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (32)
+29Angler rating
30
1
0
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
100%
Appropriate for children
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Caught fish
100%
Showing 1 - 5 of 32 reviews
Showing: 5 of 32 reviews
Steve Harbin
The captain canceled
Trip was supposed to happen on July 27, 2025
The charter operator canceled on trip date. This is an automated posting.
0
Mitch Fitzpatrick
5.0
Verified
Caught our dinner!
8 Hour Trip – Salmon on August 4, 2024 • 4 adults
Captain Eugene was a great captain, knew what he was doing and had a great boat. 30 minutes into the trip and we already had a Salmon on board! Over the course of the day had many other bites while experiencing all sorts of weather changes, Eugene safely navigated all of it. By the end of the day our whole group got a salmon on board and we’re happy to find crab in our traps too! Had quite the feast that night. Would recommend Tips Up charter to anyone!
Reported catch:
0
Colin Pilkey
Victoria, BC
5.0
Verified
Half day with Captain Eugene and first mate Jackie
4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Morning Trip) on August 26, 2023 • 2 adults
My 15yo son and I showed up with no equipment and NO know-how either. 😆
Eugene and his wife and partner Jackie (7 months pregnant and still fishing like a champ) are both experts and a pair of absolute BEAUTY human beings! They were very patient and kind with their instructions and they shared knowledge freely. We had a fantastic time and I could not recommend them strongly enough. We caught more fish than I even hoped for, and I will definitely book with them again in the future. They are well versed in all fishery regulations as well and will keep you legal too.
Personal note: I need to bring a bigger cooler for all the fish next time!!
Their patient approach to instruction bears mentioning a second time - my son and I were a bit nervous and uncertain at first but their kind and welcoming nature made us feel comfortable very quickly.
They had so much fun teaching my son they offered him a job! LOL
They take younger kids too if you are looking for a charter for the whole family.
Also, if it matters to you (it does to me) their boat is VERY professionally outfitted for charter fishing. But - word to the wise - you might want to buy a boat like theirs afterwards lololol !!! Sign up with Tip’s Up! You will not regret it.
Reported catch:
1
Mike Sleiman
5.0
Verified
A Bad Day Fishing Is Better Than A Good Day At Work!
4 Hour Trip – Salmon (Morning Trip) on August 22, 2023 • 2 adults
If the above statement is true what’s better than a good day fishing? I honestly don’t know!
Captain Eugene delivered the goods! We had an absolutely fantastic day on the water with him, his first mate and “second” mate to be. They are a great team and worked amazing together to keep us on the fish. They take pride in being safe on the water and their boat is beautiful. We had a very comfortable day on the water, but the best part… We were tips up all day! We caught a great selection of salmon and we all got our limits. I can’t wait to get back out there to do it all over again!
0
Andrew Mair
5.0
Verified
Six hour fishing charter
6 Hour Trip – Salmon on July 31, 2024 • 3 adults • 1 child
Absolutely fantastic days fishing… Eugene is very knowledgeable of the area & was great with both myself & my son guiding us on what we should be doing to ensure results. We had a mix of Coho / Chinook salmon & managed to catch two salmon over 20bls which made my sons day as it was a personal best for him. I would highly recommend this charter to anyone looking for a days fishing in Sooke.
Reported catch:
0
FAQs about Tips Up Sport Fishing Charters
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Skiffs and flats boatsCapacity
4 personsBoat length
26 ftYear built
2022Boat manufacturer
RaiderBoat type
Aluminum fishingEngine model
SuzukiPowered by
1 x 250HPMax cruising speed
25 knots