Captain
Carmen Julia McKaig

Member since May 2016 Tofino, Canada
Background
Captain Carmen comes from a long line of Tofino fishermen who have been fishing the local waters for several generations. Having learnt the way of the salt from her father from a very young age, Carmen is now continuing the family legacy. Carmen honed her guiding skills working in the Queen Charlotte Islands (Haida Gwaii) before moving back to her home town in 2008, when she started guiding on the Miss Sea. She loves sharing her passion for the local waters and all their inhabitants with her guests as well as with members of the the local community.

Hey, I'm Captain Carmen Julia McKaig

Tofino, Canada
Background
Captain Carmen comes from a long line of Tofino fishermen who have been fishing the local waters for several generations. Having learnt the way of the salt from her father from a very young age, Carmen is now continuing the family legacy. Carmen honed her guiding skills working in the Queen Charlotte Islands (Haida Gwaii) before moving back to her home town in 2008, when she started guiding on the Miss Sea. She loves sharing her passion for the local waters and all their inhabitants with her guests as well as with members of the the local community.

My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(117 reviews)
Tofino
Trips from US $455

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 117 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Photos & videos by reviewers (147)
Great fishing
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Great fishing
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
97%
Appropriate for children
88%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
95%
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Xiaoyu L.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We got fish!

VERIFIED   Morning Trip (6 Hours) on July 27, 2024
Our trip wasnโ€™t very long as we had to cut it short due to my Mom getting sea sick. But in the couple hours we spent with...
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John B.
Excellent
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Experience:
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fabulous day, with delightful lady, Carmen

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip (8 Hours) on July 30, 2024
Just returned from a soggy day with Captain Carmen but despite the weather we had a wonderful day. We were cebrating my brotherโ€™s...
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Fred T.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Fantastic experience

VERIFIED   Afternoon Charter (4 hours) on August 7, 2024
Our captain expertly guided us to some of the best fishing of a lifetime. The boat was very comfortable and well equipped,...
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Ryan B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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We will be back!

VERIFIED   Morning Trip (6 Hours) on July 24, 2024
Captain Carmen took my son (14) and myself out for the 6 hour charter. She was very knowledgeable and friendly. Iโ€™m absolutely...
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Ralf B.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Do it!

VERIFIED   Morning Trip (6 Hours) on July 11, 2024
Captain McKaig is professional and outgoing. We easily communicated before the trip about essential information. She made sure...
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