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Wild Alaska FAQ's
Our cruises depart from Juneau or
Petersburg Alaska in the heart of southeast
Alaska’s Inland Passage.
Upon booking your dates, we advise you which airport (Juneau or Petersburg) matches our cruise schedule.
You awake to calm waters. Enjoy your first cup of steaming hot coffee on the deck while you take in the pure ocean air and gorgeous scenery. Head to the galley for delicious waffles topped with blackberries or fill up with an omelet and bacon. More fresh coffee and orange juice and you’re ready to start the day. Pack your lunch, choosing from meats, cheeses, spreads and condiments. If it’s a bit chilly out, add a cup of soup and don’t forget dessert or fruit to keep you energized while you reel in the Big One.
Your guide will get you settled in your completely outfitted fishing boat and take you to a spot where the fish jump in your boat. Well, maybe they don’t actually jump in your boat, but you’ll be amazed how many salmon or bottom fish you will land before lunch.
Want to catch a lingcod? Just ask. Your guide will make it happen or take a cruise with the whales. Search for otters or troll and jig all day long.
Later that afternoon, return to the Perseverance; have your fish cleaned and packed and while you enjoy your favorite beverage. Watch the crew or join the fun. Get ready to feast on freshly caught seafood, or steaks, chicken or pasta.
After dinner, enjoy quiet time on the deck, explore a nearby cove, kayak or continue to fish. You decide. Don’t forget to check out the flying bridge for the best view of a sky full of glittering stars.
On a typical day, you’ll fish for several species of Salmon – King, Coho, Chum, Sockeye or Pinks- and still have time for Halibut, Lingcod, Yellow Eye and other bottom fish.
The King Salmon average 20 to 30 pounds, but can reach 70 pounds or more. May and June are best for Kings. August and September for big Cohos. Pinks and Chums run in July and August. Halibut fishing generally picks up in early June and extends into September. You might get lucky and land a whopper over 200 pounds, but even if you don’t, you can count on catching tons of fish between 25 and 50 pounds. Want to try your luck in a clear stream? Your guide will take you to a stream literally choked with salmon. Fish! Fish! Fish!
Everything is provided and ready for you aboard a 25 foot, all-weather, offshore Wooldridge fishing boat which is powered by twin four-stroke Yamaha outboards.
You’ll use only the best tackle- replaced new each season! Plus, high-tech electronics including: Lowrance color sonars, GPS plotters and Cannon downriggers.
You don't need to lug heavy gear through airports, its all here already!
Can I fish without a guide?
When you want to fish or explore on your own, we have two, sonar equipped 14' aluminum skiffs, powered with electric start four-stroke yamaha engines.
Yes. Sport fishing is about catching fish and we catch plenty! Choose how much you want to take home and we clean it, vacuum pack it and freeze it in 50- pound airline approved wet lock boxes. Want to eat it right away? Our chef will cook it to perfection.
Yes. Return cruisers enjoy special discounts and premium dates. Bookings for Summer of 2008 are nearly sold out. but 2009 reservations are already available.
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