Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions
Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions
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📍Located in downtown Ketchikan at cruise berths!
✅Guaranteed on time pick up/drop off from cruise ships
🛥️Clean, fast, reliable custom made boats for Southeast Alaska
🎣Fish for halibut, salmon, cod, and more!
🍣 Ship your catch!
Make some memories in Ketchikan and go fishing with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions. Having logged over a decade on these waters, captain Aaron and Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions are the top rated charter for a reason.
Ketchikan offers massive variety! You might hook into Halibut, King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chum Salmon, Pink Salmon, Lingcod, Rockfish, Crab, Flounder, Cod, and plenty more.
Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Life jackets are provided and bringing the youth fishing is highly encouraged!
Your fishing machine for the day is a 25' Raider coastal, a fully welded aluminum fishing machine with space for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, GPS, sonar, a kicker motor, a fully enclosed cabin, spacious seating, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with all lures, bait, etc.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information will be emailed to you at the completion of your booking.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Waters are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be light snacks available on board.
Now's the time to experience fishing in Ketchikan for yourself, with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions!
📍Located in downtown Ketchikan at cruise berths!
✅Guaranteed on time pick up/drop off from cruise ships
🛥️Clean, fast, reliable custom made boats for Southeast Alaska
🎣Fish for halibut, salmon, cod, and more!
🍣 Ship your catch!
Make some memories in Ketchikan and go fishing with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions. Having logged over a decade on these waters, captain Aaron and Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions are the top rated charter for a reason.
Ketchikan offers massive variety! You might hook into Halibut, King Salmon, Coho Salmon, Chum Salmon, Pink Salmon, Lingcod, Rockfish, Crab, Flounder, Cod, and plenty more.
Depending on the species you're after, you may find yourself light tackle fishing, trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
Thinking of bringing the whole family? Kids are absolutely welcome! Life jackets are provided and bringing the youth fishing is highly encouraged!
Your fishing machine for the day is a 25' Raider coastal, a fully welded aluminum fishing machine with space for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, GPS, sonar, a kicker motor, a fully enclosed cabin, spacious seating, and everything else you need for a productive day on the water. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with all lures, bait, etc.
Before coming aboard, it will be necessary to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information will be emailed to you at the completion of your booking.
You can't go wrong when you bring sunscreen (non-spray), and sunglasses. Waters are included, free of charge. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just be sure to avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles. There will be light snacks available on board.
Now's the time to experience fishing in Ketchikan for yourself, with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions!
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Customer reviews
Rating
Anglers' gallery (28)
Reviews (15)
Caitlin Sailer5.0Multiple Trips with Captain Aaron
8 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) on August 10, 2026Returned for our 4th season with Captain Aaron, and the guy still hasn't missed. We pulled in a solid variety of fish, and true to form, Aaron made sure none of us went home empty-handed—or forced to buy grocery store salmon to save face. If you want an exceptional captain who actually delivers on getting you what you're after, Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions is the only call you need to make. We'll definitely be back for round five.
Eddie Morado5.03 day booked with Aaron 2026
8 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) on August 5, 2026was my fourth time booking with Cpt Aaron, always book 3 day with him for each of my trips to Ketchikan, do a couple halibut day and one half day for salmon and always leave very satisfied, Aaron does a great job at hosting and has great customer service , make you feel like another friend on his boat and does a great job putting you on the fish and always ensure that you have a great time out on the water and on land, highly recommend booking with Aaron
Ron Anderson5.0VerifiedBEST TRIP EVER
5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) on August 16, 2026 • 2 adultsWe went out on the five hour trip to fish for halibut. Very nice boat. Aaron, the guide was great! Took us right to where the fish were. We caught our limit of halibut and some rock fish and cod.It was a great trip! Can’t wait to go again.
Brian Johnson5.0VerifiedAWESOME TIME!
5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut - 12:15 PM on July 4, 2026 • 2 adultsIf there was a 10 star rating Aaron would receive one!
Traci WarcupRepeat angler5.0Verifiedfantastic trip and ezperienxe!!
4 Hour Trip – Salmon - 7:00 AM on June 25, 2026 • 6 adults • 1 childwould recommend to anyojne. highlight of tue trip for my kids and family!
Kelly Pearson5.0VerifiedBook Now with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions!
4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 12:15 PM on June 12, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 childFishing with Captain Aaron was the highlight of our Alaskan vacation! I was pleasantly surprised by how quickly he reached out to me after making the booking to confirm our details. All communication before and afterwards was quick and easy. Meeting up was a breeze. His boat is stellar and so well kept. We started reeling in fish almost immediately. I was impressed with how well he helped and encouraged our 10 and 14 yr old kids (as well as the adults)! We caught our limit of Halibut and 14 cod - it was amazing! We chose to ship home our catch, and he made the process effortless. Captain Aaron is obviously a pro at his craft and made it enjoyable for the whole family!
Joe Eberhardt5.0Highly recommend
4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 7:00 AM on May 23, 2025Captain Aaron did not disappoint. Very nice and well maintained boat. Very nice equipment (rods reels tackle) very knowledgeable and experienced. Aaron was very personable and made us feel very welcome and right at home. We loaded the boat with multiple species of fish! We laughed, we had an absolute incredible view the whole time. 10/10 would definitely go with Captain Aaron again.
Christina Kiefer5.0Three days with Captain Aaron
8 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) on August 19, 2024ANOTHER successful fishing excursion with Capt. Aaron. This was the third trip I have taken with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions and again he exceeded my expectations. Fished three days and hit all our marks with halibut, salmon, rockfish and crab. Make no mistake, our catch was not luck. Capt. Aaron knows these waters, where to find the fish and the best setup to catch the fish!! And for the bonus, humpbacks, orcas and so much sea life activity all around, Ketchikan is beautiful! Can’t wait to get back next season!
Chelsea Velasquez5.05 hour combo charter with Captain Aaron
5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut on May 28, 2024Captain Aaron was great, I have fished with him several times and he always delivers. This trip was in late May and we wanted to do a combo fishing trip. He informed us salmon would still be closed but we could have a bottom fishing combo if we preferred. (Always listen to the captain!). We took his advice and had an awesome day! We caught halibut, lingcod, pacific cod, and rockfish! Couldn’t have asked for a better day on the water! Will absolutely be back again.
Jeannette Ramirez5.01/2 day trip with Captain Aaron
4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 7:00 AM on June 5, 2024Aaron is very personable and knowledgable of the area. Whether you’re a beginner or pro, he can put you on the fish!
Rating
Anglers' gallery (28)
All reviews (15)
Returned for our 4th season with Captain Aaron, and the guy still hasn't missed. We pulled in a solid variety of fish, and true to form, Aaron made sure none of us went home empty-handed—or forced to buy grocery store salmon to save face. If you want an exceptional captain who actually delivers on getting you what you're after, Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions is the only call you need to make. We'll definitely be back for round five.
was my fourth time booking with Cpt Aaron, always book 3 day with him for each of my trips to Ketchikan, do a couple halibut day and one half day for salmon and always leave very satisfied, Aaron does a great job at hosting and has great customer service , make you feel like another friend on his boat and does a great job putting you on the fish and always ensure that you have a great time out on the water and on land, highly recommend booking with Aaron
we appreciatebyour great Review! Happy to hear you feel welcome on our boat and thrilled that you have chose us year over year! cant wait for 2027!
Every person in our family caught their halibut and plenty of cod. Captain A. Ramirez made the trip a complete success in both the fishing and the fun time had by all. He was extremely knowledgeable, friendly and professional. He made us feel like family or close friends rather than a business transaction. It seemed we were always on the reel, laughing or a combination of the two. Would HIGHLY recommend him to everyone.
Chris you are the man! Thanks for the great review, I appreciate you taking the time to leave it. You guys were a blast on the boat, come back anytime so we can keep the fun times going!
We went out on the five hour trip to fish for halibut. Very nice boat. Aaron, the guide was great! Took us right to where the fish were. We caught our limit of halibut and some rock fish and cod.It was a great trip! Can’t wait to go again.
Thank you for the great review! im happy we were able to cross halibut off your guys list! i hope the silver salmon fishing was just as productive!
Our family of 5 had a great time in Ketchikan with Aaron on our four-hour fishing trip. He was fun and knowledgeable and knew where we could catch some salmon! We want to return soon and fish again . . . thanks Aaron!
John it was my pleasure buddy! Good luck this fall with the kids tags. hope to have you all out again!
FAQs about Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions
- US $900 per group, additional US $200 per person after 4 guests - Quick Trip Salmon Troll (3 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon - 6:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon - 7:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon (1:15PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,200 per group, additional US $200 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon (12:15PM) (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 1:15 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 12:15 PM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 6:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 7:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 7:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 8:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,400 per group, additional US $225 per person after 2 guests - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut/Bottomfish - 9:00 AM (4 hours)
- US $1,900 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (5 hours)
- US $1,900 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut - 1:15 PM (5 hours)
- US $1,900 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut - 12:15 PM (5 hours)
- US $1,900 per group, additional US $250 per person after 4 guests - 5 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) (5 hours)
- US $2,500 per group, additional US $400 per person after 4 guests - 8 Hour Trip – Salmon/Halibut (7AM) (8 hours)
- Toilet We have a marine portable head. This toilet is located in the cabin and is similar to an RV restroom toilet.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Ice box
- Rods, reels & tackle
- Lures
- Snacks (Light snacks and water will be provided free of charge. Guests are more than welcome to bring additional food and drinks. Alcohol is allowed if you are of legal drinking age. Hard alcohol is frowned upon as well as glass bottles.)
- Drinks (Water is provided free of charge. If you wish to bring more beverages aboard feel free to do so. Alcohol is allowed if the guest is of legal drinking age. Please no hard alcohol or glass bottles.)
- Nearshore fishing (Protected waters around Ketchikan)
- Offshore fishing (Good weather and tides allow for longer runs)
- Light tackle (Top of the line equipment that allows a good fight)
- Bottom fishing (Primarily vertical jigging )
- Trolling (Trolling is the best tactic for catching salmon)
- Jigging (Shrimp flys, vertical jigs, and hoochies )
- Deep sea fishing (Halibut can be anywhere from 20ft-600ft in depth)
- Black Rockfish
- Cod
- Crab
- Flounder
- Halibut
- Lingcod
- Rockfish
- Salmon
- Salmon (Chinook)
- Salmon (Chum)
- Salmon (Coho)
- Salmon (Pink)
Your captain
Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
Captain Aaron with Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions has been running Alaskan fishing charters out of Ketchikan for over a decade. His expertise and determination is unmatched when pursuing king salmon, silver salmon, pink salmon, halibut, lingcod, and rockfish. He started Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions in 2022 and has surplanted Ketchikan Fishing Expeditions as one of the highest rated charters in Ketchikan. His goal is to give one hundred percent effort into each charter and leave guests with a once in a lifetime experience.
Aaron R.
Captain
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How cancellations work
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.
What the listing policies are
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.
How you can pay
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
When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.
What’s biting in Ketchikan right now
Halibut
Lingcod
Rockfish
Salmon (Chinook)
Salmon (Chum)
Salmon (Coho)
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