Fishing · British Columbia
Skookum Fishing Charters
A small saltwater fishing charter out of Port Hardy on northern Vancouver Island, with a perfect review record for its patient guide, full coolers and frequent whale and wildlife sightings.
What visitors say
Skookum Fishing Charters is a one-guide operation fishing the waters around Port Hardy. Every review is five stars, and nearly all of them name the owner-guide, who comes across as down to earth, patient and good fun to spend a day on the water with.
Guests say he knows the water and weather well, moving between open ocean and more sheltered channels depending on conditions. Even on rough days reviewers still caught fish, and one described a multi-day trip that ended with a freezer full. The boat is described as spacious and comfortable with good gear, and one group enjoyed fresh salmon cooked on board for lunch.
The wildlife is a big part of the appeal. Reviewers list orcas, humpback whales, porpoises, sea otters, sea lions, bald eagles and even bears on shore. Families with kids, groups of friends and complete beginners all report good days, and more than one party was taken out on short notice, including a group left stranded by another charter.
With no negative reviews, there's little to caution against. Weather on this part of the coast can be rough, and several trips happened in poor conditions, so bring proper rain gear and layers, and book early if you have fixed dates.
Summarised from visitor reviews on Google Maps. Based on 17 Google reviews. Details change — confirm hours, prices and bookings with Skookum Fishing Charters directly.