Great Adventure Vacation Ideas: Sport Fishing in British Columbia    

Fishing boat

Why Go

During the summer months, the 110-foot Ocean Explorer offers wilderness sport fishing itineraries that allow adventurous vacationers to fish in the most secluded parts of British Columbia, Canada.

Four skiffs and a 26-foot halibut fishing zodiac are used to approach hidden fishing areas. The Inside Passage offers salmon fishing, halibut, jumbo prawns,and red snapper. The crew of the boat guarantees a catch, or the next trip is free.

Things to Do

Other popular activities during the fishing trip include kayaking, beach combing and hiking. Wildlife is incredible in British Columbia, home to bald eagles, whales, dolphins and sea lions.

About the Ship

Ocean Explorer has nine private staterooms, a lounge, gourmet restaurant and a galley.

When to Go

Sport fishing vacations are offered from June through September between Port Hardy and Prince Rupert.

How to Book

Five-day sport fishing vacation packages starting at $3,495 CDN, including roundtrip airfare from Vancouver, single stateroom accommodation, all meals, guides, fishing gear and bait. If you are flexible with your travel plans, be sure to ask about last minute specials.

For more information and reservations, contact Adventure West Resorts at 877-3-GO-WEST, or visit www.adventurewestresorts.com.


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