Nootka Marine Adventures

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Guided Fishing

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Expect the Unforgettable

Our top-of-the-line fleet of 32’ North River and 27’-29’ Grady White, Pursuit and Trophy guide boats are large, comfortable and can accommodate a variety of group sizes. Our friendly, certified guides are the best on Vancouver Island, renowned for their skill with years of experience fishing in Nootka Sound and Esperanza Inlet. We are committed to your safety and satisfaction. Whether you are a novice or experienced angler, a guided tour is an experience you won’t soon forget.

All Inclusive

Let us take care of all the details so that you can focus on the journey and the adventure. Full-day guided fishing includes an artisanal boxed lunch and all of your gear. For those staying at one of our floating resorts, rain gear will be provided in the event the weather turns sour. Ask us about our government-certified fish processing facilities that will take care of your catch professionally so that it is ready for pick-up on your day of departure.

A guest is photographing three guests at a wooden dock by "Newton Cove Resort" sign, standing with a catch of fish displayed on the ground.

The Fleet

With a fleet of over 40 boats, we will get you on the water and fish on your lines!

A Trophy fishing boat with guests on board floats in the water, surrounded by a scenic background with mountains and clouds in the distance.

Fiberglass Fleet

2x 200-300 hp main engine
A North River boat speeds on calm water with mountains in the background, generating a white wake. Fishing rods are mounted on the boat.

Aluminum Fleet

2 x 300 hp main engine

What others are saying

Here’s what others are saying about our guided fishing adventures

Five Star Rating

If you are looking for an all inclusive fishing adventure or just to sit back relax and take in the scenery, this is the place to be— look no further. You are treated like Royalty from the time you hit the dock until you leave and beyond. If you are looking for an all inclusive fishing adventure or just to sit back relax and take in the scenery.

Beth C.  –  Expedia

Five Star Rating

If you are looking for an all inclusive fishing adventure or just to sit back relax and take in the scenery, this is the place to be— look no further. You are treated like Royalty from the time you hit the dock until you leave and beyond.

Robert D.  –  TripAdvisor

Two guests are standing on a boat holding salmon, with a calm sea and blue sky in the background. They appear happy and content.
A guest and a guide stand on a dock, holding a salmon, with a serene mountainous backdrop and clear skies during what appears to be late afternoon.
A guest wearing a camo hoodie and sunglasses is holding a large fish on a boat, with a calm sea and partly cloudy sky behind them.
A smiling guest stands on a boat, holding a large fish by a gaff, wearing sunglasses, a cap, and a jacket, with the ocean backdrop.
Two guest stand on a dock, each proudly holding a large salmon, in front of a sign reading "Nootka Sound Resort," with a scenic water backdrop.

Guided Salmon & Halibut Fishing

Our classic West Coast fishing adventure.

Target Chinook (King) and Coho (Silver) salmon, Halibut, Ling Cod, and Rock fish on large, comfortable guide boats with a friendly, professional fishing guide. With some of the most bountiful, consistent salmon returns on the west coast of Vancouver Island, Nootka Sound and Esperanza Inlet are world-renowned for incredible angling between May and September each year. Huge annual salmon returns mean that we have excellent retention limits!

Tours can accommodate parties of 1 to 6 guests with 2 to 3 rods running. Full day trips are 10 hours dock to dock and depart at daylight. A delicious, filling onboard boxed lunch is included with full day trips. No experience is necessary. Fish in comfort and safety aboard Transport Canada Certified vessels with certified guides trained in advanced marine aid. Onboard washroom facilities are included on each of our guide boats. 

Rain gear is provided to guests out of Nootka Sound Resort and Newton Cove Resort. Tidal Water Sportfishing License with the Salmon conservation stamp is required by all guests.

What to bring

  • Fishing license
  • Warm layered clothing
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

Guest Requirements

  • Guest ages 5+ and up
  • Adult supervision required for guest under 18
  • Available June through August
Four guest pose triumphantly with freshly caught fish aboard a "Nootka Marine Adventures" boat, basking in sunny outdoor conditions near a forested area.
A guest is fishing from a boat, bending a fishing rod under tension, suggesting a catch. The ocean and cloudy blue sky form the backdrop.
A guest in sunglasses holds a Tuna on a boat, with blue skies and ocean in the background. They appear happy with their catch.
A guest wearing a black cap and sunglasses is fishing in the ocean, holding a fishing rod and focusing intently on catching fish.
A group of guest stand on a dock beside a large catch of Tuna, with boats moored on either side, in a serene mountainous setting at dusk.

Guided Albacore Tuna Fishing Tours

An experience of a lifetime!

Target the elusive Albacore tuna during the annual tuna run in late August-September. A small annual window of opportunity emerges where Albacore tuna are within reach of our vessels. Our Marine Operations Manager and Pro Guide team closely monitor weather conditions, water temperature, and clarity up to the morning of planned departure. Tours depart in the morning around daylight and depending on tide movement, the tour can run for up to 10 hours. Some saltwater angling experience is recommended.

Albacore tuna fishing is an incredible experience that can take anglers up to 25km offshore. Your safety is our utmost priority. Albacore tuna trips are designed as traditional salmon & halibut tours with an ambition for tuna if conditions are perfect. Tours are subject to variables including accessibility and specific weather conditions; in the event that tuna fishing is unattainable, the trip will proceed as a traditional salmon & halibut tour. Multi-day tours (4-5 days) increase the likelihood of success. A minimum of 2 boats are required for safety. Packed onboard lunch is included with full day tours. Tidal Water Sportfishing License is required.

A surcharge will be added to your booked guided fishing, should Albacore Tuna fishing opportunity becomes a go!

What to bring

  • Fishing license
  • Warm layered clothing
  • Hat
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen

Guest Requirements

  • Guest ages 5+ and up
  • Adult supervision required for guest under 18
  • Available June through August
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