Top Rods Guide Service - Victoria 

4.9/5 (50 reviews)
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 Pedder Bay Drive, Victoria, BC V9C 4H1, Canada

Top Rods Guide Service - Victoria 

Victoria, BC, Canada
26 ft
5
4.9/5 (50 reviews)

Top Rods Guide Service is based on the southern end of the beautiful Vancouver Island. Departing out of Victoria, just an hour ride from Seattle, Capt. Al and his crew offer world-class Halibut and Salmon fishing.

Fishing there is great year-round, no matter when you decide to wet a line. If you want to go out during the winter months, you can expect to tackle big Pacific Halibut and winter Chinook. If you book a trip later in spring or early in summer, you can get your hands on the mature Salmon before they move upstream.

All of this magic takes place aboard a 26' Osprey Aluminum fishing boat. Built in 2015, this spacious vessel comes powered by a 400 HP Volvo engine and can cruise at a top speed of 26 knots. The boat provides plenty of space and shelter for up to 6 passengers. Inside, there is a heated cabin and a washroom for your maximum comfort.

Whether it's trolling, jigging, or bottom fishing, Capt. Al will provide you with everything you need to make a great catch possible. All trips with Top Rods Guide Service comes with the use of quality rods, reels, tackle, and bait. You will need to purchase a fishing license before the trip, grab something to eat and drink, and come aboard.

Top Rods Guide Service is based on the southern end of the beautiful Vancouver Island. Departing out of Victoria, just an hour ride from Seattle, Capt. Al and his crew offer world-class Halibut and Salmon fishing.

Fishing there is great year-round, no matter when you decide to wet a line. If you want to go out during the winter months, you can expect to tackle big Pacific Halibut and winter Chinook. If you book a trip later in spring or early in summer, you can get your hands on the mature Salmon before they move upstream.

All of this magic takes place aboard a 26' Osprey Aluminum fishing boat. Built in 2015, this spacious vessel comes powered by a 400 HP Volvo engine and can cruise at a top speed of 26 knots. The boat provides plenty of space and shelter for up to 6 passengers. Inside, there is a heated cabin and a washroom for your maximum comfort.

Whether it's trolling, jigging, or bottom fishing, Capt. Al will provide you with everything you need to make a great catch possible. All trips with Top Rods Guide Service comes with the use of quality rods, reels, tackle, and bait. You will need to purchase a fishing license before the trip, grab something to eat and drink, and come aboard.

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Rating

4.9
50 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (57)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
90%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

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Sean Davis
Sean Davis
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2018
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
British columbia slam
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 9, 20262 adults
I was on a cruise that stopped in Victoria BC and wanted to do some fishing. These guys worked with my schedule and made a great day of fishing happen.I ended up catching all four main species of fish that day! Cam was my Captain for the day and was extremely professional and polite. the boat and gear were great, and I will definitely fish with these guys again. Even caught my personal best king salmon.
Reported catch:
Cod
Salmon
Response from Captain
May 14, 2026
Hi sean i’m glad it worked out for you. That’s awesome. You caught your biggest king. Looks like you had a good afternoon. Have a good rest of the summer.  and thanks again, tight lines and happy faces Al
Edward Lenart
Edward Lenart
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
7 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Wonderful family outing
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 5, 20262 adults2 children
We had an awesome trip. We caught plenty of fish and even got up close to some seals and bald eagles, all against the backdrop of some beautiful scenery. Captain Al was the perfect person to take us on a memorable trip.
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
Hi Edward, thanks for your review. I’m glad you had a good time and your family. It was a pleasure and I enjoyed taking you guys out for the morning trip. Enjoy your catch. Definitely got a good seafood dinner there with the crab. Thanks again. Have a safe trip back home and a good summer tight lines and happy face faces Al
Carmalin Iruthayananthan
Carmalin Iruthayananthan
ca
Etobicoke, ON, Canada
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Amazing service!
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 22, 20262 adults
It was our first time fishing on a charter boat, and we weren't sure what to expect. Captain Al went above and beyond making this trip special. He was very engaging.and made sure my son was included in the set up and catching of the fish. Completely worth it!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
March 22, 2026
Hi Carmalin thanks for your review. I had a great time with you and your son. It was nice to see him catch his first spring salmon. I had lots of fun with you guys. Have a good summer thanks again, tight lines and happy faces Al
Jacob Phillips
Jacob Phillips
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 27, 20263 adults
Kids each caught a 15+ lb salmon and our crab trap was full at the end of the trip!
Response from Captain
May 29, 2026
hi Jacob, thanks for your review. I’m glad things worked out good with you and your boys looks like you definitely got a good seafood dinner. You guys have a good rest of the summer. Take care, tight lines and happy faces Al
Eric Toth
Eric Toth
Repeat angler
ca
Ontario, Canada
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
New
Great captian
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 20262 adults
Great day on the water.Captian worked very hard to find fish for us. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Took a five hour trip and it was worth the 40 minute drive from town.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Crab
Response from Captain
May 25, 2026
thanks Eric for your review. I had a good morning trip with you and your wife  have a good rest of the summer and enjoy your fish and crab. Thanks again. Al 

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US $412
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 hour trip starts at 12:30 PM
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US $412
Entire boat: up to 4 people
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US $487
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8 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
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US $645
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Halibut fishing
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US $860
Entire boat: up to 5 people
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Rating

4.9
50 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (57)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
100%
Family friendly
100%
Friendly captain
100%
Good boat
90%
Recommended
98%
Caught fish

All reviews (50)

Filter
Showing 15 of 50 reviews
Sean Davis
Sean Davis
Repeat angler
us
Arizona, US
Member since 2018
4 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
British columbia slam
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 9, 20262 adults
I was on a cruise that stopped in Victoria BC and wanted to do some fishing. These guys worked with my schedule and made a great day of fishing happen.I ended up catching all four main species of fish that day! Cam was my Captain for the day and was extremely professional and polite. the boat and gear were great, and I will definitely fish with these guys again. Even caught my personal best king salmon.
Reported catch:
Cod
Salmon
Response from Captain
May 14, 2026
Hi sean i’m glad it worked out for you. That’s awesome. You caught your biggest king. Looks like you had a good afternoon. Have a good rest of the summer.  and thanks again, tight lines and happy faces Al
Edward Lenart
Edward Lenart
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2024
7 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Wonderful family outing
Half Day Trip (AM) on June 5, 20262 adults2 children
We had an awesome trip. We caught plenty of fish and even got up close to some seals and bald eagles, all against the backdrop of some beautiful scenery. Captain Al was the perfect person to take us on a memorable trip.
Response from Captain
June 6, 2026
Hi Edward, thanks for your review. I’m glad you had a good time and your family. It was a pleasure and I enjoyed taking you guys out for the morning trip. Enjoy your catch. Definitely got a good seafood dinner there with the crab. Thanks again. Have a safe trip back home and a good summer tight lines and happy face faces Al
Carmalin Iruthayananthan
Carmalin Iruthayananthan
ca
Etobicoke, ON, Canada
Member since 2026
0
5.0
Verified
Amazing service!
Half Day Trip (PM) on February 22, 20262 adults
It was our first time fishing on a charter boat, and we weren't sure what to expect. Captain Al went above and beyond making this trip special. He was very engaging.and made sure my son was included in the set up and catching of the fish. Completely worth it!
Reported catch:
Salmon
Response from Captain
March 22, 2026
Hi Carmalin thanks for your review. I had a great time with you and your son. It was nice to see him catch his first spring salmon. I had lots of fun with you guys. Have a good summer thanks again, tight lines and happy faces Al
Jacob Phillips
Jacob Phillips
Repeat angler
us
Texas, US
Member since 2021
2 trips
0
5.0
Verified
New
Awesome trip!
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 27, 20263 adults
Kids each caught a 15+ lb salmon and our crab trap was full at the end of the trip!
Response from Captain
May 29, 2026
hi Jacob, thanks for your review. I’m glad things worked out good with you and your boys looks like you definitely got a good seafood dinner. You guys have a good rest of the summer. Take care, tight lines and happy faces Al
Eric Toth
Eric Toth
Repeat angler
ca
Ontario, Canada
Member since 2024
3 trips
0
4.7
Verified
New
Great captian
Half Day Trip (AM) on May 24, 20262 adults
Great day on the water.Captian worked very hard to find fish for us. Very friendly and knowledgeable about the area. Took a five hour trip and it was worth the 40 minute drive from town.
Reported catch:
Salmon
Crab
Response from Captain
May 25, 2026
thanks Eric for your review. I had a good morning trip with you and your wife  have a good rest of the summer and enjoy your fish and crab. Thanks again. Al 

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
26 ft
Year built
2015
Boat manufacturer
Osprey
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
Volvo
Powered by
1 x 400HP
Max cruising speed
40 knots
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