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Kodiak Island Resort Fishing Charters — Departing in Larsen Bay located on Kodiak Island.
Fish faster, ride less. Launch from Larsen Bay (on Kodiak Island) and make quick runs to Uyak Bay and Shelikof Straits for Halibut, Kings/CohoSalmon, Lingcod, Pacific Grey Cod, Yelloweye and other rockfish—on heated, comfort-first boats with USCG captains.
- USCG-licensed, enrolled in random drug testing. Fully insured charter operation
- Heated cabin boats with marine heads, multi-beam bottom CHIRP sonar &3D radar, and VHF radio
- Premium tackle provided + fish processing (vac-seal, labeled &packed in 50lb wet lock box)
- EPIRB, Flares & Life jackets for 18 plus, (if younger please let us know 3 weeks before reservation to ensure we have the correct size) and other safety equipment
- USCG-licensed captains who know Uyak Bay and all parts of Shelikof Strait.
- Top-rated by guests (verify on Google or via TripAdvisor)
Why Charter with Kodiak Island Resort
- Launch smart, fish sooner: We depart Larsen Bay and reach Uyak Bay & Shelikof Strait fast—more lines in the water, less commuting.
- Comfort-first on our two 36’ Catamaran vessels: Heated cabin boats with marine heads, wide decks, and pro electronics (multi beam bottom CHIRP sonar, 3D radar, and VHF radio)for a smooth, dry ride.
- Small groups, big attention: 6 anglersmax per a boat so captains can tailor tactics—mooching, baiting, trolling, or vertical jigging—around tide and bait.
- Gear included: Rain jackets, bibs, boots, premium rods, reels, tackle, and bait are ready on board; just bring layers and a camera.
- Fish processing included: We’ll vacuum-seal, label, and box your catch for easy travel no matter where you are going
- Kid-friendly & first-timer ready: Patient coaching, lighter tackle options, and safe, stable platforms.
- Flexible when winds pick up: Breezy afternoon? We can tuck into Uyak Bay/Shelikof Strait to keep rods bent and stomachs happy.
- Local captains who adapt: Daily decisions based on wind, rips, and bait pushes—so you’re always where the bite is breaking.
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Small groups, big attention: 6 anglers max per a boat so captains can tailor tactics—mooching, baiting, trolling, or vertical jigging—around tide and bait. (Need a space between anglers max)
Vessel Credentials
- Two 36 ft enclosed cabin boats launching from Larsen Bay, AK (On Kodiak Island)
- Heaters + marine heads, wide non-skid decks, high gunnels, ample handholds and plenty of fish pole holders.
- Multi beam bottom CHIRP sonar &3D radar, and VHF radiowith multi-screen charting for Uyak/Shelikof Straits structure and near-shore lanes
- Long-range fuel, pot-stable hulls, and cockpit layouts that keep tackle tidy and feet clear
Captain Credentials
- USCG-licensed captains, enrolled in random drug testing
- Current First Aid/CPR (wilderness emphasis) and cold-water protocols
- Local tide, barometer, and current needs—reading Uyak Bay/Shelikof Strait wind-against-tide is half the game
Pre-Departure Brief When You Board Our Vessels
- Our Captains go over what the weather is that day so you can target your catch according to the tide/weather.
- Deck safety: rod storage, gaff/harpoon zones, line management on drifts, vessel layout and location of safety equipment and safety protocols.
- Hydration, handwarmers (on request), and how to move on a rolling deck (three points of contact)
Accessbility & Kids
- Stable platforms, rail heights that suit youth anglers, lighter tackle on request
- Seating inside the warm cabin for breaks between bite
Bottom line: These boats—and the people running them—are purpose-built for Larsen Bay departures to Uyak Bay/Shelikof Straits, and nearby near-shore pockets. You’ll fish hard, stay warm, and go home with stories!
Tackle & Methods — What We Use (and Why It Works Here)
Halibut (Uyak/Shelikof Strait structure)
- Rods/Line: stout boat rods, 65–80 lb braid, 80–130 lb leaders.
- Weights: tide-driven—8–24 oz used daily.
- Rigs/Style: circle hooks with bait on drifts or light back-troll; vertical jigs on humps when bait shows.
Salmon (kings/coho)
- Mooch: cut-plug herring with 2–6 oz banana sinkers; slow, controlled drops on bait balls and Uyak rips.
- Troll: flashers + spoons/hoochies; we work current lanes and clean tide turns along edges and points. Depending on what species of salmon we are trolling for will depend on the speed.
Lingcod & Rockfish (Uyak Bay/Shelikof Straits kelp)
- Jigs: metal or swimbaits 6–12 oz; fast lift-and-drop on rock spines and reefs.
- Light tackle rockfish: 3–6 oz jigs for nearshore fun when the afternoon breeze kicks up.
Near-shore Plan B (comfort-first)
- If seas build, we slide into Uyak Bay/Shelikof Straits leeward pockets—shallower drifts, lighter weights, steady action.
Loaner Gear (easy button)
- Premium rods/reels, terminal tackle, leaders, and bait included. Deckhands tie leaders, swap jigs, and keep you fishing. We have the best of the best. If you need a left-handed reel, please give us 3 weeks’ notice because supplies are limited and we want to make sure we have one on hand for you.
DAILY SCHEDULE
6:00AM – 6:30AM: Breakfast
6:30AM – 6:50AM: Pack your lunch from our Chef inspired deli selections then our Lodge Manger will get you suited up in our Grunden’s rain gear and boots
7:00AM – Our Lodge Manger will walk you down to the docks to meet your Captain to get your safety briefing.
3:30PM – 4:00PM: You will return to the docks/lodge, 20 minutes later your fish will be hung so pictures can be taken with your beautiful catches.
5:00PM- Our Chef will create signature Hors’d’oevres
6:00PM- Chef creates a 3-course dining experience
Fish care & processing
- Bleed/ice on board. Once you dock the boat, the fish is brought to the lodge 20 minutes later so you can take a picture with your days catch! We will then fillet, vacuum-seal, label, freeze, and pack in a 50lb wetlock fishbox.
Reviews & Prof
Our Guests Say It Best.
“Awesome stay at Kodiak Island Resort!
Staff is super friendly and helpful. Lodge is very clean. Has a nice gathering area downstairs along w a wonderful porch to look out at the harbor. Boat crew was awesome! Captain Rob, Captain Todd and the most awesome deckhand ever-Kyle made the time on the water awesome. Changing up the activities by hiking in and fishing in a river for salmon and also going to Geographic Harbor expanded the experience exponentially!Anchorage angler”
– Nelson Family
“This was truly such an amazing experience!! Could not have asked for a better birthday weekend!! The lodge is stunning which comes with a spectacular crew and hospitality that goes above and beyond. Chef Brian’s menu and food was over the top and hands down made the BEST German chocolate cake for my birthday. Between Erika’s kindness as well making sure our trip went smoothly with all the challenges of weather permitting arrival/departure, just Amazing. Kodiak Island Resort and Heath definitely rolled out the red carpet! Oh, can’t forget the fishing.. once and a lifetime experience I’ll never forget! Thank you captain rich and Kyle for the halibut charter, all your hard work and ALL that fish! Can’t say enough good things about this trip and lodge. Thank you a ton!”
– Leigha
“This was the trip of a lifetime. Kodiak Island Resort was a dream come true. Erika and Bob were the perfect hosts. Chef Brian cooked every meal perfectly. Coming from Hawaii, I was impressed with the boat captains. They really knew how to put us on the fish. We caught our limit everyday effortlessly. Everyone there treated us like family. They have the same Aloha spirit that we share in Hawaii. Thank you for making this trip a great one!”
– Tim
Book Now / Contact — Kodiak Island Resort
Call / Text (AKST):(833) 347-4907
Email:lodge@kodiakresort.com
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Trips & Pricing (Departing Larsen Bay * May-Sept)
All trips launch from Larsen Bay, AK (OnKodiak Island) with quick access to Uyak Bay & Shelikof Strait; we can tuck into Uyak Bay when it’s breezy.
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Days/Nights |
Price |
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3 Days/4 Nights |
$4,250.00 |
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4 Days/5 Nights |
$5,200.00 |
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5 Days/6 Nights |
$6,050.00 |
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6 Days/7 Nights |
$6,800.00 |
What’s NOT Included:
- 3% Sales Tax
- Tips (15-20% plus is industry standard)
- Airfare to and from Larsen Bay
- All baggage & fish box airline fees.
- Fishing or hunting licenses
- Native land permits (for river fishing)
- Alcoholic beverages
- Halibut/King Salmon stamp fees
What’s Included:
- Lodging at the beautiful Kodiak Island Resort with private bathroom in each room.
- 8 – 9 hour guided fishing & wildlife viewing on 1 of our two 36-foot heated boats, including all tackle, bait, and lures. (left-handed reels with 3 week notice)
- Beachcombing on multiple beaches, including near a cannery where you can find some sea glass
- Flyfishing in our local humpy creek, with a chance of seeing the local bears eating pink salmon
- Pick local raspberries & salmon berries when they are in season.
- Multiple hiking trails that offer stunning views.
- Professionally clean, custom vacuum, labeling, freezing and packing your catch in a 50lb insulated fish box for your travel home.
- All meals (breakfast, lunch, appetizers and dinners. Snacks and soft drinks.)
- Rain gear and boots. (Children under 14 if given 3 weeks’ notice)
- Daily Housecleaning, Wi-Fi and laundry services, board games, lawn games, kayaks, e-bikes, hikes and river fishing
- Special dietary needs or mixers with advance notice.
- Television available for streaming, sports games & news or even kid-friendly shows.
- Kid-friendly: Lighter tackle available; captains adjust drift speeds and spots.
FAQs
How do you get from Anchorage, AK to Larsen Bay, AK?
1. You can get from Anchorage (ANC) to Kodiak (ADQ) by using Alaska Airlines. Their phone number is 1-800-252-7522.
Once in Kodiak, you will use Island Air to get to Larsen Bay, which is located across from the parking lot of Alaska Airlines. Their phone number is 907-487-4596.
Or you can charter directly from Anchorage to Larsen Bay by following one of these links:
What time should I book my flights with Island Air?
Kodiak to Larsen Bay:
Monday – Saturday: Departs 6:00PM
Sunday: Departs 1:00PM, please arrive 1-hr prior
Larsen Bay to Kodiak via Island Air (907-487-4596)
Monday – Saturday: Departs 8:50AM
Sunday: Departs 1:50PM
*Please note that you will arrive back into Kodiak about 40 minutes after departure. Please allow at least a 2-hr window to get to Alaska Airlines for your connecting flight.
Can someone help me with bookings?
Yes, please feel free to reach out anytime. We are very familiar with most airlines.
How do I get to the lodge once I'm in Larsen Bay?
We will pick you up at the airport and then shuttle you to the lodge where we will have a 3-course dinner ready once you get settled in.
What if weather cancels my trip?
Safety first. We recommend getting trip insurance for your airfare and lodging. With this you will be able to submit a claim for any days missed.
What's your deposit/cancellation policy?
Deposit:Reservation requests will be held for 14 days pending 50% deposit, per person. Please note there is flexibility on the deposit if reservations are made more than 180 days in advance.
Final Payment: The balance of the invoice will be due 90 days prior to the trip date.
Cancellation:
If cancelled more than 180 days prior to the arrival date, a full refund will be given. (must be submitted in writing and any fees will be covered by the guest)
If cancellation is less than 180 days, a refund is not given unless a replacement can be found for your dates.
We recommend getting trip insurance,this will cover weather or any unforeseen events. We prioritize safe alternatives. (full policy provided at booking).
Do you provide rain gear?
Absolutely! We are sponsored by Grunden’s. We have rain jackets, bibs and boots
(sizes: 6 to 15)
What are Larsen Bay's Bag Limits? (Per a Day)
- Some of the fish we target, and their daily limits are:
- 2 Halibut (one must be under 27 inches)
*MUST PURCHASE A HALIBUT STAMP FOR $20.00 A DAY
- 2 Lingcod (Lingcod open July 1st to December 31st)
- 1 King Salmon (July 1st to December 31st) – Subject to change in guidance with ADF&G.
*MUST BUY A SALMON STAMP
- 3 Salmon (only 1 can be King Salmon when fishing is open)
- 5 Rockfish (only 1 can be Yelloweye and no more than 2 of any other Rockfish species)
- No limit on Pacific Grey Cod
2026 Halibut restricted Days: All Wednesdays year-round. Subject to change.
Daily/annual limits and season dates are set by ADF&G& NOAAand can change via in-season Emergency Orders. Your captain will brief you each morning and ensure we fish within current rules.
What are the peak seasons for fish species?
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SPECIES |
MAY |
JUNE |
JULY |
AUGUST |
SEPTEMBER |
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Halibut |
Strong |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
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Ling Cod |
Closed |
Closed |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
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Rockfish |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
Peak |
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King (Chinook) Salmon |
Closed |
Closed |
Strong |
Strong |
Strong |
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Coho (Silver) Salmon |
Slow |
Slow |
Strong |
Peak |
Peak |
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Sockeye (Reds) |
Slow |
Strong |
Strong |
Slow |
Slow |
What are the details on the charter boats and what are they equipped with?
Kodiak Island Resort has 2 charter boats. (The Kodiak & The Gemini)
- The Gemini is a 36’ x 13’ Catamaran that holds at max 6 guests.
Equipped with:
Twin 425 Yamaha outboards
Heated cabin
Restroom
CHIRP sonar &3D radar, and VHF radio (Live 3D bottom mapping) – TZ Professional TZ-108 & TZ Professional 10
All the rods and lures you need for every type of fish species
EBIRB, life jackets, and flares
The Kodiak is a 36’ x 14’ Catamaran that holds a max of 6 guests.
Equipped with:
Twin 300 Yamaha outboards
Heated cabin
Restroom
Furuno multi beam CHIRP sonar &Furano 24’ 3D radar, and VHF radio (Live 3D bottom mapping)
All the rods and lures you need for every type of fish species
EBIRB, life jackets, and flares
What amenities are available?
Yes. We use StarLink for our internet. We also have a washer/dryer on site by appointment.
Do you provide alchohol, beer, wine?
Larsen Bay is a dry island. If you want to bring beverages we recommend going to Safeway while in Kodiak. Their address is:
2685 Mill Bay Rd, Kodiak, AK 99615
We do provide soda, water, lemonade, orange juice. Let us know if there is a specific mixer you prefer at least 2 weeks before your reservation and we will make sure we have it.
What should I bring?
Warm, waterproof layers, non-skid boots, hat/gloves, sunglasses, camera, house shoes because we ask our guests to take off their shoes while in the lodge.
We provide:
- Mosquito head nets/spray
- Sunscreen
- Bear spray
- Shampoo/Conditioner/Body Wash/Lotion
- Hair Dryer
- Iron
- Lockable safes in every room
- Basic first-aid supply
Do I need a fishing license?
Yes. Every angler 16+ needs a valid Alaska sport-fishing license (and any applicable stamps)
The link to get your license and stamps is: https://store.adfg.alaska.gov/
Anglers under 16 will need a harvest log.
Can kids come?
Absolutely. We run stable, heated cabin boats with marine heads and lighter tackle. Let us know ages/experience so we can tailor the day. We specialize in taking care of kids of all ages!
Seasickness Tips?
Please consult with your doctor.
Is the boat Accessible for limited mobility?
Boarding involves step-on access at the dock and moving on a stable deck. Tell us your needs in advance; we can accommodate most requests.
Do you offer fish processing?
Yes! fillet → vacuum-seal, label, freeze, and packed in a wet lock fish box. Most airlines accept 50 lbs. fish boxes as checked baggage (fees vary—confirm with your carrier). While traveling the fish boxes can stay out of the freezer for up to 20hrs or more.
Can you ship fish home?
Yes, when you land into Kodiak you can go to the counter at Island Air to arrange shipping. However, we highly recommend bringing your fish home as checked baggage. With the overnight FedEx shipping we have not had the best experience. Most hotels have freezers so you can store your fish boxes, please contact your hotel. (We can also help you find accommodation for your fish boxes)
What about gratuities?
Industry standard is 15–20% plus of your total invoice price for boat crew/house crew, based on your experience. We are able to do a cash advance up to $9,000 per transaction with a credit card (3.9% process & handling), check or Zelle.