I really enjoyed my stay at Shelter Lodge. The boat captains, cooks, and entire crew took excellent…read morecare of all of us the whole time. The fishing was fun, but getting to know the other guests was one of the best parts -- it made the whole experience feel like a great group adventure. The last night's video presentation was really entertaining, and then Kenji (the big boss) gave a heartfelt speech appreciating a couple of longtime guest who's been coming for over 20 years. You could tell how much it meant to him -- he even got emotional, which shows how passionate he is about his business and his guests. Afterward, he gave every one of us a hug. Thanks, Kenji and the whole team, for such a memorable experience. I'll definitely be back!

From our arrival on 08/31/2026 to our departure on 09/04/2026 we were treated like family. First…read moreclass meals were prepared daily. Breakfast, lunch and dinner were all scrumptious. The entire staff operated like a well oiled machine. When fishing, safety was always a top priority. Hitting our limits each day was an added bonus. The fish preparation for shipping was amazing,everything labeled and vacuum packed. Can't recommend Shelter Lodge enough.

Captain Adrienne and her Deck hand Marlin led us on an epic fishing and whale watching adventure…read more Our hope was to catch king salmon and to see Orcas and Humpbacks. Adrienne and Marlin made it all happen! They are very accommodating and knowledgeable about fishing and about the wildlife. We plan to hire them again in the future!

Absolutely the best experience for the money in Juneau!…read more My wife and I have family connections in Juneau and we visit on a regular basis. One of the things we look forward to the most is a fishing/sightseeing trip with Rum Runner Charters. Captain Chris and crew have always come through for us. My only complaint is that they always seem to position my wife on the side of the boat that has the largest halibut. Oh well. We highly recommend Rum Runner Charters to anyone looking to fully experience the coastal waters of Southeast Alaska.

Great customer service - Adam and Andrew are true professionals that will guide you in the best…read morepossible direction for fishing and whale watching. Adam is responsive, trustworthy and despite it not being the best time for fishing we came away with a great experience and memories to last a lifetime.

Disappointing and Overpriced Halibut Charter Experience Our…read moreexperience was poor to average. We are a family of four with two girls, ages 11 and 14, and this charter was not a good fit for us this past August, 2025. We were surprised to learn that guides were not allowed to help reel in the fish until they could actually see it at the water line. When fishing for halibut, the line is dropped over 300 feet with a two-pound weight to reach the bottom. Between the weight, the depth, and the rocky waves, it was nearly impossible for our daughters--and admittedly myself--to reel in a fish without assistance. For the price we paid, and after several conversations with the owner before booking, we were disappointed this was never explained upfront. It would have been helpful to know this charter was not ideal for families with kids or teens. We were also frustrated by the lack of basic amenities. The toilet on board was broken, leaving only a bucket with no toilet paper as the option. For almost $2,000, this felt unacceptable. No bottled water or beverages were provided, and the only snack was a single granola bar for a five-hour trip. For a premium charter, this fell far short of expectations. Another disappointment was with the fish processing. We paid the owner in advance for our three fish to be filleted and shipped home, only to be asked again for our credit card later to cover separate shipping charges. This was never made clear and felt misleading. Lastly, we did not catch our limit, and both the guide and captain repeatedly mentioned that a large fishing competition had just taken place in the area over the previous three days. Their exact words were: "It's not good fishing today, it's been way overfished the last few days and it will take about two weeks to get the halibut back to this area." It left us questioning why guests were still being booked at full price when conditions were known to be poor. In the end, we spent a lot of money for what turned out to be an average experience, with limited access to fish and very little in the way of customer service.

For the past three years, our team at Reel Warriors Foundation has had the privilege of fishing…read morewith Captain Dave and JoJo, and every trip reminds us why we keep coming back. Our recent 3-day trip was nothing short of incredible. We limited out on halibut and brought home a healthy amount of salmon, thanks to Captain Dave's knowledge and determination to keep us on the fish. The crew worked tirelessly from sunrise to sunset to make sure everyone had the best opportunity for success. Beyond the outstanding fishing, the service was second to none. The food was excellent, the atmosphere was welcoming, and the conversations throughout the trip made the experience even more memorable. Captain Dave and JoJo make everyone feel like family, whether it's your first trip or your tenth. Most importantly, we are incredibly grateful for everything they do to support our nation's veterans through their partnership with Reel Warriors Foundation. Their generosity, dedication, and genuine care have helped create unforgettable experiences for the veterans we serve. Thank you, Captain Dave and JoJo, for another amazing adventure. We can't wait to be back on the water with you again!

We had such an incredible time on our 6 hour halibut fishing charter in Juneau, Alaska with…read moreCaptains Dave & Jojo! We caught our limit of halibut and even reeled in a beautiful yelloweye rockfish. From start to finish, they went above and beyond to make the trip special. When we arrived, they greeted us with warm scones and a locally made jam and after fishing, they treated us to the most delicious, smoked salmon salad.. such a thoughtful touch. They were fantastic with our three kids, making the whole afternoon fun and relaxed. The highlight for the kids (besides the fish!) was meeting Jojo's bunny, Mr. B, who lives aboard the boat. This was easily one of the best charter boat experiences we've had in our 5+ trips to Southeast Alaska. Dave & Jojo even helped process our catch when all the regular fish processors were booked during the salmon derby, this was a lifesaver since we wanted to fly our fish back home to Seattle. We can't recommend them enough. If you're in Juneau and want an unforgettable fishing adventure with amazing people, book with Dave & Jojo. Truly a 5-star experience!

I found these guys via an internet search and took a leap of faith. I liked their reviews and their…read morename, and figured they had a sense of humor. Best decision ever. We came in on the Disney Wonder. Booking was a breeze. They arranged for a taxi to meet us when we got off the ship and drove us to the boat. Nick and his dad run this labor of love and was happy to answer all of our questions and tell us his story. What a good dude. For a few hours I felt like a local. The boat is clean and beautiful and my 7 and 8 year old had a blast. Don't book through the cruise ships. Book straight through this company. They are an Alaskan gem. You won't regret it.

These guys are fantastic. We brought in three gorgeous halibut and several lovely salmon. Such nice…read morepeople! The boat is perfect.

We had the absolute pleasure of going out with Chum Fun Charters yesterday, and I can't say enough…read moregood things about the experience. From start to finish, the crew was professional, kind, and incredibly knowledgeable--but what made this trip truly unforgettable was how they went above and beyond for my 7-year-old son. Catching a salmon in Alaska has been my boy's dream for nearly two years, ever since his uncle took him fishing in the mountains of California and he discovered the Outdoor Boys on YouTube. Yesterday, that dream came true. He hooked and reeled in his very own salmon--completely unassisted--with just a little support holding the rod. A huge shoutout to Jude, the high school student working with the charter, who showed infinite patience, kindness, and enthusiasm. He spent extra time helping my son, answering questions, encouraging him, and making him feel like a real angler. Watching my kid light up with pride was something I will remember for the rest of my life. If you're looking for a family-friendly, well-run, and genuinely caring charter company in Juneau, Chum Fun Charters is it. Thank you for helping make a little boy's dream come true. We'll both be talking about this day for a long, long time.

Wow we had an amazing time catching Chum and Kings. Will was a fantastic guide with instructions…read moreand help netting the fish. Highly recommend this bank fishing excursion.

Capt. John and deckhand Dylan were sensational. They truly made our time together memorable. Both…read morelive and grew up in the area. John knew how to find the fish and Dylan was quick and dexterous with the gear

We had a crew of 4 and were taken out by Captain John and deckhand Dylan for a half day salmon…read moretrip. Captain John was there to greet us at the dock and was very friendly and welcoming. We went out on the Hi Time boat a 30' which had plenty of room for fishing and warmth inside. We made it out to the fishing area within 15 minutes and had 4 rods in the water right away. The fishing was a little slow as we saw other boats not bringing in fish either and whales had entered the fishing area. While it was amazing to see whales, they do not help fishing. About halfway through the day my son hooked into a nice fish that was a great fight! He ended up landing a 30" King salmon, the biggest fish of his life! I caught a smaller chum salmon but was still fun to catch! My mother and father in law didn't get a chance to fish as we had no other bites. Dylan was working hard and being helpful to make the trip enjoyable and fun for everyone. He's a good kid and his family should be proud. He even let my son try fresh salmon eggs and salmon heart which he loved! Overall it was a great fishing trip and an experience that my son will never forget! If we're ever back in the area, I'll definitely book another trip! Thank you Captain John and Dylan!

These folks appear to be general outfitters for outdoor activities in the area. Their office had a…read morelot of fly-fishing gear, for example. But we were here to see bears. We booked them through the cruise line to take us to see bears in the wild. First, the positives. The people were nice. It was a small outfit, but they had a mini-bus to get us at the dock and then had the plane waiting behind their office. Now the negatives. On the island (Chichagof Island) they were less organized. The van wasn't waiting for us, and when it did come they had to drop other folks off at a dock before our tour began. The people were still nice, but there seemed to be confusion about what time they were supposed to have met us. And while I understand that they can't guarantee bears, they should wait until bears are active. The guides told us that the salmon weren't running yet so the bears were more elusive. (So what were we doing out there?!) The salmon (and bears) become plentiful in late June, and into July. This had the potential to be totally awesome, but they were so eager to fill seats on their tour that they didn't consider that the bears weren't really out in force yet. If this had been in the middle of salmon season I could excuse the lack of bears since it's not really fair to hold them responsible for what nature does or doesn't do. But when they KNOW we're early, they shouldn't even offer the trip. It was really disappointing. I can't comment on their other outfitting activities. They may be outstanding. I think it's up to the buyer to verify if their activity of choice is really in-season or not. Don't assume they'll tell you before you sign-up. (Though, to be fair, since I signed up through the cruise line I have to put some of the blame on them for offering an excursion "out of season", so to speak.) If you are "in-season" with your activity, these folks did seem to be very nice and had a reasonable amount of equipment for fly fishing and cold weather in their office.

We booked a Fly in, Fly Fishing trip through Holland America. This was the outfitter. Matt was…read moreour guide. We caught Dolly Varden and the trip was awesome. We saw orcas playing in the bay while we fished. The fly fishing was just part of the package. The float plane ride was great. We flew over forests, a silver mining operation and we saw whales from above. We will do this again and may book a trip just to Juneau for this. Apple was our bus driver to ant from the port. She gave us the tour along the way and we saw bald eagles all over the place. For us this adventure is a must do. This was one of the greatest outdoor adventures I have had.

We just had the trip of a lifetime using this company! They've taken a yacht and divided it into 4…read morestaterooms, plus rooms for captain. They have more bathroom than bedrooms! With their wealth of experience, we traveled from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska filled with one of a kind experiences. We were taken to areas filled with lots of sea lions and puffins, a different area with mountain goats and their babies, and hiking areas. Probably the most spectacular was watching whales! Orca whales breeching out of the water. One whale got his entire body out of the water three times! Another day we were among humpback whales hunting together by bubble net feeding. The whales work together in a closing circle blowing bubbles forcing schools of fish together before the whales then swim up through the fish catching them in their mouths. To see groups of over a dozen doing this is fantastic! On a par with those two was coming up close to a glacier watching for calving while being served hot chocolate spiked with peppermint schnapps. While at that spot, we pulled in with nets very small pieces of floating glacier that was chipped up into smaller pieces to put in our drinks!! Lots of otters and bald eagles everyday. On a few days we got tandem kayaks out which was so relaxing especially in the glorious surrounding such as when we got close to some waterfalls. Everyday we saw lots of cute sea otters and bald eagles. One day we fished off the boat and on two days we put out crab pots, caught dungeness crab and had them for two sumptuous meals. Speaking of meals, all of them we magnificent! The chef, Debbie, seemed to be in the kitchen most of the day preparing these masterpieces. Fresh flowers were abundant on board, as well as snack baskets filled with different chocolate, candy, chips and snacks. Everyday was a new thrill. This was an unforgettable experience!

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