Big Jim’s Charters 

4.8/5 (76 reviews)
 Glacier Highway 11957, Juneau, AK 99801, United States

Big Jim’s Charters 

4.8/5 (76 reviews)
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Glacier Highway 11957
Juneau, AK, United States

Big Jim’s Charters has been a local favorite for over 30 years in Juneau, Alaska, as these guys go the extra mile for everyone. They know the hot spots for Salmon and Halibut, and will work hard to provide a successful trip and an exciting experience. They operate from May 1 to Sept 15.

Our crew and Captains are experianced fishermen. Their job is to help you, teach you and get you on the fish.

You will fish aboard a like new 30 foot Offshore 2017 Duckworth with 2023 twin 300 hp Mecury’s that get you to the fishing grounds fast, cruise at 30 plus knots. The boat has a private head, all the safety equipment, as well as a radar, chart plotters, Sonar fish finder, electric downriggers.

Capt. Mike can pick you up at the Fisherman’s Bend Marina where you’ll start your nearshore and offshore adventure. When you fish for Salmon, you will slow troll, one rod per angler. And when fishing for Halibut, you will drift and jig off the bottom, also using one rod per angler. This way, everyone will get to fish and have a chance of catching a nice dinner.

Once you return to the dock, your fish will be cleaned and filleted for dinner, and the rest can be beheaded and gutted. Capt. Mike will recommend a processing plant that can store your fish until you are ready to have it sent to your home address.

All charters include sightseeing and whale watching while fishing, all bait, and top-of-the-line rods and reels. We can arrage Pickup from cruise ship and return about $50.00 each way for up to 10 people, you will need to pay the cab.

Fuel surcharge baseed on fuel price of $4.00 per gallon and will be added to your balance.

Confirmation of your price is in message center on FishingBooker.

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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 76 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (56)

Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
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Angler rating

63
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Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 76 reviews
Showing: 5 of 76 reviews
David L.
David L.
5.0/5

May 16, 2025

3/4 Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing

Excellent Day on the Water

VERIFIED

We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall it was an incredible day on the water. The crew really made this a fun experience. I’d highly recommend!!

We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 20, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review, it’s early in our season and what a great way to start. Hi Time with Captain John Young gets his guest on the fish if there is fish in the ocean. He has the experience, 30 years fishing in the Juneau area. I’ll make sure to let John and his crew know of the great review

Max S.
Max S.
5.0/5

Aug 19, 2025

Half Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing

Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!

VERIFIED
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Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!

Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 9, 2025
Thank you so much it was a blast fishing with you and your group and we look forward to your return

Rick A.
Rick A.
5.0/5

Aug 20, 2025

Full Day Trip – Halibut and Salmon

Highly recommend this company and grew.

VERIFIED
NEW

Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.

Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 22, 2025
we are so glad you had a good time. thank you for the great review 5 Stars, ito dosent get better than that. I’ll make sure that Deck Hand Levi sees this great review. thank you from San Bernardino that ended up in the great state of Alaska 😀👍👍👍👍👍

Steven N.
Steven N.
5.0/5

Aug 5, 2025

Half Day Trip – Halibut (PM)

Couldn’t ask for more!

VERIFIED

We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!

We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 6, 2025
Thank you for the 5 Star review, I will make sure they get a copy of the review. I’m very proud of our crew and it’s great when they get the acknowledgement for their great job they do. Thank you Mike Bonfils Captain and Owner Bug Jim’s Charters

Gary P.
Gary P.
5.0/5

Jun 12, 2025

Half Day trip Salmon only

Great time with John & Dylan

VERIFIED

Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.

Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John...  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 14, 2025
Thank you fir the awesome review I’ll make sure that Captain John and Dylan see your review thank you Captain Mike Bonfils

Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 15
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US $998 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day trip Salmon only
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
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US $998 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 15
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US $1,418 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Halibut (PM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 15 - Sep 15
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US $1,470 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Half Day Trip – Halibut AM)
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 1:00 PM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 5
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US $1,470 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Trip – Salmon-Halibut
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 15
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US $1,680 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip May 1 - Sep 15
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US $1,785 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Trip – Halibut and Salmon
FREE Cancellation 30 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Jun 1 - Sep 15
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US $1,995 
Entire boat: up to 6 people
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Customer reviews

Rating summary

4.8/5
out of 5 stars from 76 reviews
Boat
4.9/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.8/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (56)

Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!
+53

Angler rating

63
10
0
1
0

Anglers claimed

Good experience

96%

Appropriate for children

91%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

96%

Caught fish

97%

Showing 1 - 5 of 76 reviews
Showing: 5 of 76 reviews
David L.
David L.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent Day on the Water

VERIFIED

3/4 Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing on May 16, 2025

We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall it was an incredible day on the water. The crew really made this a fun experience. I’d highly recommend!!

We took an early season trip with Captain John and Deckhand Luke, and we had an outstanding day on the water. Both John and Luke were welcoming and friendly, but also very informative, sharing their experience about fishing and local wildlife. We caught plenty of fish, including halibut, cod and rockfish. They had us on the fish and made the fishing experience fun and easy. After fishing we spent some time searching for wildlife where we saw sea lions, orcas, humpbacks and many bald eagles. Overall...  

 David L. recommends Big Jim’s Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on May 20, 2025
Thank you for the 5 star review, it’s early in our season and what a great way to start. Hi Time with Captain John Young gets his guest on the fish if there is fish in the ocean. He has the experience, 30 years fishing in the Juneau area. I’ll make sure to let John and his crew know of the great review

Max S.
Max S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great Salmon Fishing and BONUS whale watching!

VERIFIED
NEW

Half Day Trip – Salmon only Fishing on August 19, 2025

Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!

Captains Terry and Mike were amazing! Lots of fish and so much fun for the six of us!! They knew where the fish were and what they were biting on! Then to top it off we had incredible whale watching as a BONUS!! One of the most fun days ever for everyone! True professionals! See you again next year!  

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 Max S. recommends Big Jim’s Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on September 9, 2025
Thank you so much it was a blast fishing with you and your group and we look forward to your return

Rick A.
Rick A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Highly recommend this company and grew.

VERIFIED
NEW

Full Day Trip – Halibut and Salmon on August 20, 2025

Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.

Bob and Levi were great and very informative on where we were going. I have a disability and need to use a walker. They made it very easy and comfortable for me get around on the boat and very helpful on fishing for me.  

 Rick A. recommends Big Jim’s Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 22, 2025
we are so glad you had a good time. thank you for the great review 5 Stars, ito dosent get better than that. I’ll make sure that Deck Hand Levi sees this great review. thank you from San Bernardino that ended up in the great state of Alaska 😀👍👍👍👍👍

Steven N.
Steven N.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Couldn’t ask for more!

VERIFIED

Half Day Trip – Halibut (PM) on August 5, 2025

We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!

We went fishing with Jon and his deck hand Liam. Both were very helpful (and patient) haha we had 3 kids fishing with us, our twin 6 year olds, and our 9yr old…. Each kid caught halibut and rock fish and that made our trip! We were catch and release due to shipping issues with being Canadian, but an unbelievable experience!  

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on August 6, 2025
Thank you for the 5 Star review, I will make sure they get a copy of the review. I’m very proud of our crew and it’s great when they get the acknowledgement for their great job they do. Thank you Mike Bonfils Captain and Owner Bug Jim’s Charters

Gary P.
Gary P.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Great time with John & Dylan

VERIFIED

Half Day trip Salmon only on June 12, 2025

Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.

Fishing with John and Dylan was a great experience. Dylan worked hard dropping the lines out and helping reel them in while John provided the navigational support. Highly recommend the charter as it ended up being private for both myself and my dad.  

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 Gary P. recommends Big Jim’s Charters

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undefined (The Captain)
Replied on June 14, 2025
Thank you fir the awesome review I’ll make sure that Captain John and Dylan see your review thank you Captain Mike Bonfils

FAQs about Big Jim’s Charters

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What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Skiffs and flats boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
35 ft
Year built
2017
Boat manufacturer
Duckworth Offshore 30
Boat type
Aluminum fishing

Engine model
2023 Mercury 300
Powered by
2 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
35 knots
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