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TRIPS

Fly Fishing

Alaska ranks among the best places in the world for fly fishing. Whether you're a novice angler or an experienced sportsman, our charters provide guests with a unique opportunity to explore Southeast Alaskan coasts and witness some of nature's most spectacular scenery. We'll also set out crab traps and shrimp traps in small coves and bays and retrieve them the following day. We'll have ample opportunity to enjoy wilderness fishing for Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Steelhead, and Dolly Varden.

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Trip Duration

7 days

Guests

up to eight

Distance

400 nautical miles

Price

$65,500

Fly Fishing

The rugged Alaska coast offers limitless opportunities for uncrowded, pristine adventure. During our Fly Fishing trip, you'll experience hiking, paddling, and wildlife viewing adventures in the astonishing blue-green waters of calm coves and bays and among haunting icebergs adrift in mystical fjords.

The fishing opportunities change in Alaska's streams as the spring and summer seasons unfold. From May through mid-June, we often find steelhead trout in the upper stretches of rivers. One of the ultimate freshwater fighting fish in the world, Steelhead can be a challenge to hook. Imagine a twenty-pound fish leaping four feet out of the water and streaking away on a powerful run—putting you in hot pursuit to keep your line from being stripped!

Alaska’s natural beauty makes it a destination of extraordinary travel opportunities. You'll enjoy the unique wildlife and breathtaking scenery of Southeast Alaska, home to eagles, black and brown bears, Humpback whales, orcas, Steller sea lions, Dall's porpoises, and harbor seals. Experience the best of Alaska aboard the Glacier Bear—including ancient rainforests, rugged mountains, tranquil harbors, and majestic fjords. A carefully crafted Alaska adventure awaits.

Trip routes

Plan to arrive in Juneau or Sitka at least one day before your trip departure. We offer three trip routes. They are all fantastic, but differ slightly. Click the button below the image of the route for your scheduled trip to view a Google custom trip map.

Petersburg Fly Fishing

On our seven-day fly fishing expedition from Petersburg, we'll have ample opportunity to enjoy wilderness fishing for Cutthroat trout, Rainbow trout, Steelhead, and Dolly Varden. We'll also set out crab traps in small coves and bays and retrieve them the following day.

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Sitka to Juneau

On this eight-day voyage from Sitka to Juneau, you'll view glaciers, icebergs, whales, and eagles—and enjoy gourmet meals, drinks, our fabulous hot tub, and the amenities of Glacier Bear. Sport fishing is super on this trip.

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What's included with your charter?

Each multi-day charter includes:

The Glacier Bear, our 95' yacht.
Operating costs of the Glacier Bear during your charter, including fuel, fees, and permits.
The For Reel (our 28' fishing tender), lets up to four people fish at a time and enables small groups to explore in locations that Glacier Bear can't reach.
Our 16' Lund skiff allows guests to set crab pots and shrimp pots. It also provides a convenient way for us to ferry guests ashore for hiking and sightseeing excursions.
An experienced crew, including Alaska-licensed captain, engineer, gourmet chef, and fishing guide.
Each trip also includes your choice of kayaks or paddleboards for active paddling adventures.
Chef-prepared meals (breakfast, lunch, and dinner), beverages, snacks, and appetizers.
Your catch of the day, superbly prepared by our chef.
A reasonable quantity of beer and wine.
Fishing tackle for guests who have purchased an Alaska fishing license.
Processing and freezing of fish you've caught for the flight back home.
A hot tub!

Trip deposit

We require a deposit of 50% of the total trip cost at time of booking. The full balance is due 90 days prior to the trip departure.

Trip cancellation

Please be sure to buy trip insurance when you book your charter. A good option is www.insuremytrip.com. Our trips are planned several months before departure. With the limited operating season in Alaska, we must strictly adhere to the following cancellation/refund policy:

Cancellation 151 days (or more) before departure. You will receive a refund of 70% of the deposit. Your loss is equivalent to 15% of the charter cost.
Cancellation 91-150 days before departure. You will receive a refund of 50% of the deposit. Your loss is equivalent to 25% of the charter cost.
Cancellation 31-89 days before departure. Forfeiture of the entire deposit. Your loss is equivalent to 50% of the charter cost.
Cancellation 1-30 days before departure. Forfeiture of the entire cost of the charter.

Crew gratuity

What is an appropriate crew gratuity? We advise clients to plan for a 15 to 20 percent gratuity (given to the Captain and shared with the crew) for any Alaska charter. This is of course at the clients' discretion. If they don’t feel the crew has earned the high end of the range, then they are justified in leaving less. On the flip side, we have had clients leave a 25 percent gratuity. The service was that good.

It’s important to note that the industry standard 15–20% gratuity applies whether it’s an owner-operated boat, or a large charter boat company with a hired crew. For some reason, people occasionally don’t realize that they need to leave a gratuity for the crew of an owner-operator boat. They mistakenly feel the crew is making enough money on the charter. But in reality, the owner-operators (and crew) are probably making less. There are far more expenses (per charter) for small owner-operators than there are for large charter boat companies.

Activities

Relax and Observe

On your voyage we'll see charming fishing villages and the breathtaking scenery of the Inside Passage. Our crew has the experience and training to provide you with a safe, enjoyable wilderness adventure. They will pamper you while the captain maneuvers the Glacier Bear to tantalizing places that cruise ships can't reach.

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Brown Bears

Alaska brown bears are an iconic wildlife species. These animals have adapted to live in the rugged terrain of Alaska's northwestern interior and coastlines.

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Cuisine

We offer an unforgettable culinary experience, with gourmet meals unlike anything else—whether organic food or fresh Alaskan seafood.

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Whales

One of Alaska's most spectacular and sought-after experiences is whale watching! You'll have a great opportunity to observe humpback whales.

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Fjords

Fjords are breathtaking reminders of Earth's icy past. They are captivating marvels of Mother Nature, carved by mighty glaciers during the last Ice Age.

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Endicott Arm

Endicott Arm is a narrow 27-mile-long inlet with Dawes Glacier at its head. Endicott Arm's crystal-clear waters are teeming with icebergs and wildlife.

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Harbors

Alaska harbors are places of stunning beauty that serve a valuable working purpose. The harbor facilities offer safe havens for a variety of watercraft.

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Testimonials

"I am sending a thank you note for providing me with several great days of fishing. The locations were outstanding. It was an experience I will treasure and long remember. I especially appreciated your assistance and patience, considering I am truly a novice fisherman. With some help, I was able to land several great fish, including King salmon, silver salmon, and halibut. I never expected that!"

Vicki Fielder
Westminster, CO

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"The guide on our fly fishing trip was very easy to work with. We described what we were interested in catching, and he took us to some very productive locations. We thoroughly enjoyed every day spent fishing, and we caught some great fish—which we were happy to release."

Scot Barker
Vista, California

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Fly Fishing

Fly Fishing

Trip routes

Petersburg Fly Fishing

Sitka to Juneau

What's included with your charter?

Trip deposit

Trip cancellation

Crew gratuity

Trip features

Relax and Observe

Brown Bears

Cuisine

Whales

Fjords

Endicott Arm

Harbors

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