Fishing
Halibut Fishing
$100 Per Person (Flat Rate)6 hours
Ages 2+ • 5 or 6 Hours • No experience necessary!
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Auke Bay Harbor Departures · Salmon & Halibut Charters
Guided Fishing Charters in Juneau: Salmon, Halibut & Private Trips
Juneau offers some of Alaska's premier saltwater sportfishing just minutes from cruise docks. Departing primarily from Auke Bay Harbor, guided charters target King (Chinook) and Coho (Silver) salmon, Pacific halibut, and rockfish. Compare 4-hour half-day trips, full combo days, and exclusive 6-passenger private boat charters with certified USCG captains, gear, and custom cruise timing.
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How do Juneau salmon and halibut fishing charters work for cruise passengers?
Guided fishing charters in Juneau operate as 4 to 6-hour shared or private outings departing from Auke Bay. Targeted species include King Salmon (May–June), Coho/Silver Salmon (July–August), and Halibut. Shared trips cost $295 to $375 per angler; private whole-boat charters cost $1,200 to $1,800 for up to 6 guests. Custom fish processing and vacuum-sealed frozen shipping to your home are arranged at the dock.
Charter Rates$295–$375 shared • $1,200–$1,800 private 6-pack boat
Trip Duration4–6 hours dock-to-dock
Dock PickupAuke Bay Harbor (Van shuttle included from cruise terminal)
All-Aboard CushionCharters timed specifically to cruise ship disembarkation and all-aboard
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Salmon trolling, halibut bottom fishing, or private charter?
Juneau charters cater directly to cruise passengers with dedicated round-trip dock transfers from downtown Juneau. Choose your target species and charter style to match your port hours.
Salmon fishing charters ($310–$379 per person)
Target ocean-bright King salmon (late May through June) and Silver Coho salmon (July through September) trolling near Shelter Island and Favorite Channel. Half-day charters run 4 to 5 hours with rods, tackle, and gear provided.
Pacific halibut charters ($350+ per person)
Bottom fishing in deep channels for Pacific halibut. Halibut grounds typically require longer transit times, making a 5+ hour cruise port window essential.
Salmon & halibut combination charters ($359–$425 per person)
Split your fishing time between downrigger trolling for salmon and bottom fishing for halibut and rockfish.
Private 6-passenger charters ($1,600–$1,750)
Reserve the entire vessel exclusively for your family or party (up to 6 passengers). Private charters offer customizable pacing aligned with your ship's specific docking window.
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Fishing
Salmon Fishing
$310 Per Person (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
Fishing
Halibut Fishing
$350 Per Person (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
Fishing
Alaska Fishing Combo
$359 Per Person (Flat Rate)6 hours
Ages 2+ • 5 or 6 Hours • No experience necessary! • Includes Cod, Rockfish & Salmon Fishing
Fishing
Salmon Fishing
$379 Per Person (Flat Rate)5 hours
Ages 2+ • 5 Hours • No experience necessary!
Fishing
Salmon/Halibut Combo Fishing
$425 Per Person (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
Adventures
24ft Cabin Cruiser: Private Charter (No Halibut)
$1,600 Private Charter (Flat Rate)5 hours
Ages 2+ • 5 Hours • Cabin Cruiser!
Adventures
24 ft. Cabin Cruiser: Private Charter
$1,700 Private Charter (Flat Rate)8 hours
$1,700 • Ages 2+ • 5, 6, and 8 Hour Charter Options
Fishing
Private Charter • Halibut Fishing
$1,750 Private Charter (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
Fishing
Private Charter • Salmon Fishing
$1,750 Private Charter (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
Adventures
30 ft Cabin Cruiser: Private Charter
$2,100 Private Charter (Flat Rate)8 hours
$1,900 • Ages 2+ • 5, 6, or 8 Hour Charter • Includes Wilderness Dining Experience!
Whale Watching
Private Charter • Salmon/Halibut/Whale Watching Combos
$2,125 Private Charter (Flat Rate)Check tour details
May 1 - Sept 30
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Questions cruise passengers ask
Can cruise passengers fit a fishing charter into a Juneau port call?+
Yes, provided your port call allows enough time. Juneau sportfishing charters depart from Auke Bay Harbor (approx. 20–25 minutes from the cruise docks) and run 4 to 6 hours. Verify meeting point instructions on your specific tour calendar—some tours coordinate dock pickup, while others meet at Auke Bay.
When is the best time for salmon vs halibut in Juneau?+
King (Chinook) salmon runs are strongest late May through June. Coho (Silver) salmon arrive in numbers from mid-July through September. Pacific halibut are targeted throughout the summer season from May to September.
Do I need an Alaska fishing license and King salmon stamp?+
Yes. All anglers age 16 and older need a 1-day Alaska Department of Fish and Game (ADFG) sport fishing license ($15), plus a King salmon stamp ($15) if fishing for King salmon during the season. Licenses can be purchased online or directly through your charter operator.
Can I have my fresh catch processed and shipped home?+
Yes. Local Juneau custom seafood processors can fillet, vacuum-seal, flash-freeze, and ship your catch via FedEx overnight in insulated airline-approved boxes. Coordinate with your captain at the dock regarding drop-off to local processors.
Are Juneau fishing charters shared or private?+
Both are available. Shared charters sell individual seats (typically 4 to 6 guests max per boat), while private boat charters reserve the entire cabin cruiser (up to 6 guests) for your private party.