Santa's Choice Charters LLC

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Santa’s Choice Charters welcomes you to the stunning waters of Ketchikan. Having logged many hours on these tides, Captain Alexander is prepared to put you on fish.

Chinook Salmon, Chum Salmon, Coho Salmon, Pink Salmon, Halibut, and more inhabit these waters, depending on the season. On these trips, you can expect to troll and bottom fish using light or heavy tackle.

Trips with Santa’s Choice Charters are fun for all ages, so get ‘em offline and onto the water! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. Also remember to bring snacks to keep ‘em happy!

You’ll step aboard a 28’ Fairline sportfishing with room for 6 passengers. It comes with downriggers, everything 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, as well as lures.

Before coming aboard, you’ll need 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 always wise to bring sunglasses, sunblock (non-spray). Drinks will be available for you. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, just avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.

Your trip with Santa’s Choice Charters is just a click away, so why not make it happen?



Select date to see available trips and rates:

  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Salmon (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $500
    4 hours of trolling for salmon catch and release or retaining fish if desired. The target species depends on the part of the summer that you decide to visit ketchikan
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
    Salmon (Chum)
    Chum Salmon
  • Private trip
    4 Hour Trip – Halibut (AM)
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    This is a 4 hour fishing excursion targeting halibut. We will anchor and fish the bottom for halibut and whatever other fish may decide to bite!
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Bottom Fishing
    Targeted fish
    Halibut
    Halibut
  • Private trip
    6 Hour Trip – Salmon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    6 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $600
    6 hours of trolling for salmon catch and release or retaining fish if desired. The target species depends on the part of the summer that you decide to visit ketchikan
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
    Salmon (Chum)
    Chum Salmon
  • Private trip
    8 Hour Trip – Salmon
    FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
    8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
    Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 10
    Price for 2 persons
    US $850
    8 hours of trolling for salmon catch and release or retaining fish if desired. The target species depends on the part of the summer that you decide to visit ketchikan
    Types of fishing
    Nearshore Fishing
    Fishing techniques
    Trolling
    Targeted fish
    Salmon (Chinook)
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon (Coho)
    Coho Salmon
    Salmon (Pink)
    Pink Salmon
    Salmon (Chum)
    Chum Salmon
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FAQs about Santa's Choice Charters LLC

Santa's Choice Charters LLC offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $250 per person - 4 Hour Trip – Salmon (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $300 per person - 4 Hour Trip – Halibut (AM) (4 hours)
  • US $300 per person - 6 Hour Trip – Salmon (6 hours)
  • US $425 per person - 8 Hour Trip – Salmon (8 hours)

When you book a trip with Santa's Choice Charters LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Ice Box

Trips booked with Santa's Choice Charters LLC include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle
  • Lures
  • Drinks

Santa's Choice Charters LLC offers the following type of fishing:
  • Nearshore Fishing

Santa's Choice Charters LLC offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Light Tackle
  • Heavy Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling

Top targeted fish species with Santa's Choice Charters LLC include:
  • Halibut
  • Salmon (Chinook)
  • Salmon (Chum)
  • Salmon (Coho)
  • Salmon (Pink)

Meet the Captain

Alexander Rudolph
Ketchikan, Alaska, United States
1 Fishing Report
ID & license verified
Member since July 2024
Capt. Alexander is experienced in navigating the waters of Ketchikan, Alaska and is ready to take you on a therapeutic fishing excursion. He spent his first 3 years training under a local guide before he started his own company in Ketchikan. This area is known for Halibut, Coho Salmon and Pink Salmon and you'll get to catch them using bottom fishing, trolling, or other techniques. The only way to learn is to join them on the water.
Our Team
Alex R.
Captain

About this listing

Targeted species

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

Boat specs

Boat Image
Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
28 ft
Year built
1989
Restored in
2018
Boat manufacturer
Fairline
Boat type
Sportfishing

Engine model
Suzuki
Powered by
2 x 175HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots

Types of fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Fishing techniques

Light Tackle
Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling

Amenities

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Ice Box

Trip includes

Rods, reels & tackle
Lures
Drinks

Cancellation policy

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 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.

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

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

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