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Roy Tanami
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Roy Tanami

Vancouver, Canada
Angler's choice
100+ reviews
I was born and raised in a commercial fishing family on the west coast of BC, so sportfishing was just a natural progression for me. Now, I've been lucky enough to fish and guide all over the world.

Charter

Rating

4.9
148 reviews
4.9
Boat & Equipment
5.0
Captain & Crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

97%
Good experience
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Recommend this charter
94%
Appropriate for children
99%
Satisfied with the boat
94%
Caught fish

All reviews (148)

Showing 1 – 5 of 148 reviews
  • Gary O Shea
    Gary O Shea
    Repeat angler
    ie
    Ireland
    Member since 2024
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    An experience we wont forget

    8 Hour Trip • 2 adults

    We had an absolutely amazing time fishing with Roy over the course of two days. We were totally new to salmon fishing with no experience in this type of fishing or the methods used. Roy was very patient and explained everything over and over, there were plenty of mistakes made by us but Roy always stayed calm and relaxed and explained and showed us the correct way, growing our confidence. We had an amazing time and made memories of a lifetime landing several salmon over the course of the two days. Our biggest were two 20lb plus king salmon, would highly recommend anyone to go on this fishing charter with Roy.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Chum Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Gary! You and Chloe did great! Thanks again for coming out and enjoy the rest of your Canadian adventure!

  • Giles Beilby
    Giles Beilby
    Repeat angler
    us
    California, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Great experience

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 1 adult

    Roy was fantastic from the get go. Knowledgeable and easy to talk to. Gear and boat were in great condition, and comfortable. We were targeting Coho salmon, and caught several. Wild ones were released, as well as a couple undersized fish, and a couple king salmon whch were not available to keep in the area we fished, sadly. All in all, we had a great time, caught dinner, and enjoyed the day. Would highly recommend this charter to anyone.

    Response from Captain

    Thanks Giles! Good luck with all the CA fishing adventures.

  • David Magny
    David Magny
    Repeat angler
    ca
    Québec, Canada
    Member since 2023
    6 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Salmon Fishing in a Stunning Setting

    8 Hour Trip • 3 adults

    We went salmon fishing off the coast of Vancouver with Captain Roy Tanami. He was incredibly friendly and introduced us to a classic "BC" fishing style, using light-action rods and single-action reels. ​It was a fantastic excursion—we caught over twenty salmon on a beautiful day, all against a breathtaking backdrop. It was a truly memorable experience that we will cherish for a long time.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    thanks David!

  • Anna Nguyen
    Anna Nguyen
    us
    Oregon, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    BEST GIRLS TRIP EVER!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 3 adults

    We visited Vancouver to celebrate a good friend’s birthday and bachelorette, and booking this fishing trip was one of the best decisions we’ve made. Captain Roy took great care of us and was a blast to fish with. By the power of good energy and hours of laughter, we successfully caught fish!

    Reported catch:
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Anna! Hope you guys had a safe trip home and didn't forget anything... haha.

  • Joseph Mahony
    Joseph Mahony
    us
    Arkansas, US
    Member since 2026
    5.0
    Verified

    Great Captain and excellent fishing!

    5 Hour Trip (AM) • 2 adults

    Captain Roy met us early and were immediately out on the boat fishing. Impressed with his enthusiasm and sharing his knowledge of salmon fishing. He has a nice boat and exceptional tackle. Captain Roy kept us on the fish all day. Highly recommend going fishing with Captain Roy.

    Reported catch:
    Chinook Salmon
    Coho Salmon
    Response from Captain

    Thanks Joseph!

Real catches shared by our community

  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Two adult anglers proudly holding a large salmon on a boat in open water.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Gary O.
    Gary O.
    We had an absolutely amazing time fishing with Roy over the course of two days. We were totally new to salmon fishing with no experience in this type of fishing or the methods used. Roy was very patient and explained everything over and over, there were plenty of mistakes made by us but Roy always stayed calm and relaxed and explained and showed us the correct way, growing our confidence. We had an amazing time and made memories of a lifetime landing several salmon over the course of the two days. Our biggest were two 20lb plus king salmon, would highly recommend anyone to go on this fishing charter with Roy.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    A happy couple proudly displaying a freshly caught Salmon while enjoying a day on the water.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Caroline K.
    Caroline K.
    Had a very enjoyable trip. Skipper was excellant and caught several samon.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Two anglers proudly displaying a large Salmon while fishing on a boat in open waters.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Francis G.
    Francis G.
    Roy is a total pro with years of experience, we had a great time and learned a lot about the local culture and aquatic life.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Couple proudly displaying their catch of three large Salmon at the dock after a successful fishing trip.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Tim B.
    Tim B.
    We had the best day fishing with Captain Roy. My wife and I each caught several nice fish - Coho and Chinook. We even saw humpback whales and had a great time. We would absolutely go again and recommend this charter to anyone.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Solo angler proudly holding a large King Mackerel in an outdoor waterfront setting.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Good numbers of coho and chinook (king) salmon continue to be active in Vancouver waters. Since September is the month when the largest chinook salmon of the year are caught, we are all looking forward to another exciting season of big fish! Prime September dates are still available, but filling quickly, so book your spot today. Let's go fishing!
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    A joyful group of anglers celebrating a successful catch on a fishing charter, with one member proudly holding a fish on board.
    Anna N.
    Anna N.
    We visited Vancouver to celebrate a good friend’s birthday and bachelorette, and booking this fishing trip was one of the best decisions we’ve made. Captain Roy took great care of us and was a blast to fish with. By the power of good energy and hours of laughter, we successfully caught fish!
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    A proud angler holding a shiny salmon aboard a fishing boat, surrounded by a scenic backdrop of mountains and water.
    Fish 1
    Coho Salmon
    Mark H.
    Mark H.
    Spent the day with Roy Tanami fishing for Salmon using downriggers. We started on at the bottom of the tide so fishing was slow but soon picked up when the tide started to run. Caught six coho & 2 chinook between 2 of us up till midday. Then the. current shifted & that put the fish off the bite for everyone. 2 fish were hatchery coho that we kept. Rest were wild so released.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Adult and young angler proudly holding a large salmon on a small boat in a scenic forested waterway.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    Salmon fishing in Vancouver this spring has been nothing short of spectacular with great action on both chinook and coho salmon. While the spring weather so far has been a bit challenging at times, the fishing action has been very consistent - often with multiple double headers and steady action each day we’ve been out. This abundance of salmon in the Vancouver area has been the pattern for the past few years, and this year seems to be right on track. This trend should only increase in both size of fish and numbers, as the salmon migrations fill in and peak over the summer months. Summer spots fill quickly, so if you are planning a visit to Vancouver, be sure to book your spot early! Let’s go fishing!
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Angler proudly displaying a Silver Salmon while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.
    Fish 1
    Chinook Salmon
    David M.
    David M.
    We went salmon fishing off the coast of Vancouver with Captain Roy Tanami. He was incredibly friendly and introduced us to a classic "BC" fishing style, using light-action rods and single-action reels. ​It was a fantastic excursion—we caught over twenty salmon on a beautiful day, all against a breathtaking backdrop. It was a truly memorable experience that we will cherish for a long time.
  • Roy's Fishing Charters
    Roy's Fishing ChartersVancouver, BC
    Angler holding a large salmon aboard a covered fishing boat on overcast coastal waters.
    Fish 1
    Fish 2
    Chinook Salmon
    Germain B.
    Germain B.
    Roy is fantastic. He found the right spot and my guest and I caught over 20 Chinook up to 15 pounds with some double catches at the same time. We could only keep 1 Coho by law. I recommend Roy for your next trip.

What's biting with Roy's Fishing Charters in Vancouver

A lot of the fishing charters Vancouver is home to take a break to refurbish in November. Fishing pressure eases, Fraser River Sturgeon fishing picks up, and freshwater fly fishing is some of the best of the year.

Top catches for November

Fishing reports

Solo angler proudly holding a large King Mackerel in an outdoor waterfront setting.

Terrific Late Summer Salmon Fishing!

Aug 27, 2026 • Vancouver
Good numbers of coho and chinook (king) salmon continue to be active in Vancouver waters. Since September is the month when the largest chinook salmon of the year are caught, we are all looking forward to another exciting season of big fish! Prime September dates are still available, but filling quickly, so book your spot today. Let's go fishing!
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Adult and young angler proudly holding a large salmon on a small boat in a scenic forested waterway.

Vancouver Salmon fishing keeps building!

Jun 10, 2026 • Vancouver
Salmon fishing in Vancouver this spring has been nothing short of spectacular with great action on both chinook and coho salmon. While the spring weather so far has been a bit challenging at times, the fishing action has been very consistent - often with multiple double headers and steady action each day we’ve been out. This abundance of salmon in the Vancouver area has been the pattern for the past few years, and this year seems to be right on track. This trend should only increase in both size of fish and numbers, as the salmon migrations fill in and peak over the summer months. Summer spots fill quickly, so if you are planning a visit to Vancouver, be sure to book your spot early! Let’s go fishing!
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A young angler proudly holding a large Salmon while fishing in a scenic coastal environment.

A Terrific Start!

Apr 22, 2026 • Vancouver
Spring has sprung and the early salmon season in Vancouver is off to a great start. This past week was ideal with spring weather conditions, and good action on the water. Chinook salmon, appropriately called "spring salmon" are now here in good numbers, and we have already started to encounter the early coho runs as well. Once again, we are looking forward to a terrific fishing season ahead as the salmon returns continue to fill in. Spring and summer spots book up quickly, so if you're planning to be in Vancouver, be sure to reserve your spot soon!
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An angler poses next to a display of freshly caught Salmon on a dock, showcasing a successful fishing trip.

Great Fall Fishing! Update and recap.

Sep 29, 2025 • Vancouver
Once again, September in Vancouver saw simply incredible salmon fishing with an abundance of large chinook (king) salmon, as well as great numbers of coho and pink salmon as well. It really was one for the record books. Fall fishing continues to be strong, with good numbers of coho salmon being caught throughout our fishing area, with a few large chinook still left in the mix. October is a transition month for Vancouver fishing, where the migrating chinook and coho run their course by about the third week of the month, while at the same time, our “feeder” chinook begin to show up in bigger numbers. This October is no exception and fall fishing is off to a great start in the Vancouver area!
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A family poses proudly with a catch of several large salmon on the dock, showcasing their successful fishing trip.

"Big Fish Month" in Vancouver waters is

Sep 1, 2025 • Vancouver
September is the month when the biggest chinook (King) salmon are caught in Vancouver waters, and this September has already started off with a bang! Sept 1 saw good chinook action for the morning trip as well as lots of activity from pink salmon, and limits of nice sized chinooks filled for the afternoon trip of three lucky anglers! Sept 2 saw continued action with the morning guests catching a couple of nice coho (Silver) salmon, as well as a few very nice chinook - including the biggest fish of the year so far! Truly the fish of a lifetime! With abundant returns of chinook, coho, pink and sockeye salmon to Vancouver waters this year, September should be another one for the record books with many more big fish to come! Let’s go fishing!
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A large fish is seen breaking the surface of the water during a fishing expedition, showcasing the excitement of the catch.

Summer fishing is HOT!

Aug 4, 2025 • Vancouver
The summer salmon fishing season in Vancouver is in full swing, and the weather and fishing has been terrific! Our pink salmon run, estimated to reach over 27million returning fish has officially arrived, and these feisty fish have been providing steady action, which should continue well into September. Good numbers of coho salmon are in the house as well, although some days, the hatchery keepers can be elusive. Chinook salmon have also started to show up as expected, and once again, we expect strong numbers of returning fish throughout August and September. Bottom line -the weather and fishing in Vancouver is hot! Summer spots still available, but going fast! Book your trip today!
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