GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville 

4.8/5 (20 reviews)
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 1010 Lee Road, Nanaimo G, BC V9P 2E1, Canada

GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville 

Nanaimo G, BC, Canada
21 ft
3
4.8/5 (20 reviews)

Looking for an amazing time and adventure? Along with an action packed charter ?That's what GA WestCoast Charters is here for! Captain Gerald will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Lingcod, Salmon, Crab, and who knows what else! During the trip you might be trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!

Capt. Gerald runs a 21' Bayliner walkaround with capacity for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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 never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

For more information about fishing with GA WestCoast Charters, feel free to send Capt. Gerald a message down below.

Looking for an amazing time and adventure? Along with an action packed charter ?That's what GA WestCoast Charters is here for! Captain Gerald will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.

Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Lingcod, Salmon, Crab, and who knows what else! During the trip you might be trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.

If you're traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can't go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!

Capt. Gerald runs a 21' Bayliner walkaround with capacity for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There's a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.

Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. 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 never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

For more information about fishing with GA WestCoast Charters, feel free to send Capt. Gerald a message down below.

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Rating

4.8
20 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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Michael Gras
Michael Gras
Repeat angler
ca
Alberta, Canada
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
unreal guide and captain
Full Day Trip French creek on June 8, 20263 adults

Had a 10/10 experience with Gerald. Professional, quick, action packed and skilled. Nothing but a great time. Highly recommended...

Response from Captain

thank you. i had a blast glad to meet you guys

Hideki Sato
Hideki Sato
Repeat angler
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2024
2 trips
4.3
Verified
Fun day at Sea
Half day (PM) French creek on August 30, 20252 adults

Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.

Bill Gross
Bill Gross
Repeat angler
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Half day (PM) French creek on August 21, 20252 adults

Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it's best to be with someone that's a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Linda Crawford
Linda Crawford
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Best Ever Captain!
Half day (PM) French creek on August 20, 20253 adults

Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain

thank you. it was fun

Maura Lavoie
Maura Lavoie
ca
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
Great Guide
Half day (PM) French creek on August 5, 20252 adults

Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he's doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.

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Nanaimo,BC (5 hour) Pm
5 hour trip starts at 3:00 PM
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US $444
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews

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Rating

4.8
20 reviews
4.7
Boat & equipment
5.0
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

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All reviews (20)

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Michael Gras
Michael Gras
Repeat angler
ca
Alberta, Canada
Member since 2026
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
unreal guide and captain
Full Day Trip French creek on June 8, 20263 adults

Had a 10/10 experience with Gerald. Professional, quick, action packed and skilled. Nothing but a great time. Highly recommended...

Response from Captain

thank you. i had a blast glad to meet you guys

Hideki Sato
Hideki Sato
Repeat angler
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2024
2 trips
4.3
Verified
Fun day at Sea
Half day (PM) French creek on August 30, 20252 adults

Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.

Bill Gross
Bill Gross
Repeat angler
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2025
3 trips
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Half day (PM) French creek on August 21, 20252 adults

Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it's best to be with someone that's a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Linda Crawford
Linda Crawford
ca
British Columbia, Canada
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
Best Ever Captain!
Half day (PM) French creek on August 20, 20253 adults

Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!

Reported catch:
Chinook Salmon
Response from Captain

thank you. it was fun

Maura Lavoie
Maura Lavoie
ca
Edmonton, AB, Canada
Member since 2025
4.7
Verified
Great Guide
Half day (PM) French creek on August 5, 20252 adults

Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he's doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.

FAQs about GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Cabin cruisers
Capacity
3 persons
Boat length
21 ft
Year built
1996
Restored in
2026
Boat manufacturer
Bayliner
Boat type
Walkaround
Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
1 x 150HP
Max cruising speed
30 knots
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