Species of Salmon
Species of Bottom Fish
Day Trips
Fishing at Sointula Lodge
Our calm, protected waters offer one of the most unique saltwater fishing experiences on the British Columbia Coast. All five species of pacific salmon, as well as halibut, lingcod, and other bottomfish can be caught just minutes from our dock. Our 4-day and 5-day all-inclusive fishing packages offer access to remote coastal fishing grounds, premium fish processing, luxury accommodations and dining, wine and spirits. Fish each day with a fully-certified, experienced guide equipped with top of the line rods, reels and gear. Whether you’re a seasoned angler, or fishing for the first time, unforgettable memories are guaranteed.
Rates for Fishing Trips
4 Day Fishing Trip
3-night, 4-day all-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private boats can be arranged for $1500 USD per boat. Groups of 3+ automatically receive private boat
- Customize your fishing trip with a day of fly fishing or fishing on the high seas off the tip of Vancouver Island at no extra charge
Not included in the package price:
5 Day Fishing Trip
4-night, 5-day all-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private boats can be arranged for $1500 USD per boat. Groups of 3+ automatically receive private boat.
- Customize your fishing trip with a day of fly fishing or fishing on the high seas off the tip of Vancouver Island at no extra charge
Not included in the package price:
4 Day Fishing Trip
3-night, 4-day all-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private boats can be arranged for $1500 USD per boat. Groups of 3+ automatically receive private boat
- Customize your fishing trip with a day of fly fishing or fishing on the high seas off the tip of Vancouver Island at no extra charge
Not included in the package price:
5 Day Fishing Trip
4-night, 5-day all-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private boats can be arranged for $1500 USD per boat. Groups of 3+ automatically receive private boat.
- Customize your fishing trip with a day of fly fishing or fishing on the high seas off the tip of Vancouver Island at no extra charge
Not included in the package price:
4 Day Fishing Trip
All-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private Boat
- We fish 3 to 4 anglers per boat. Private boats for 2 anglers can be arranged for $750.00 (USD) + tax surcharge per angler.
Not included in the package price:
5 Day Fishing Trip
All-inclusive luxury fishing vacation- Fully-guided daily fishing led by experienced, licensed guides
- Accommodation, meals, drinks, gear and included-activities.
- Processing and packaging of your catch, frozen in preparation for the trip home in insulated boxes.
- Private Boat
- We fish 3 to 4 anglers per boat. Private boats for 2 anglers can be arranged for $750.00 (USD) + tax surcharge per angler.
Not included in the package price:
Trip Enhancements
High Seas Day
– Want to hit the open water for a day of fishing? Your boat can hit the high seas for a day of targeting bottom fish and salmon off the northern tip of Vancouver Island. This is included in the fishing package at no extra cost.
Great Bear Rainforest Fly Fishing
– Experience some of the best fly-fishing Canada has to offer. Remote untouched watersheds home to feisty wild Sea-run Cutthroat trout, Dolly Varden, and Resident Rainbow trout, make for an unforgettable fishing experience in the Great Bear Rainforest. Target huge Chinook Salmon, hard-fighting Coho Salmon, and acrobatic Pink Salmon on the fly. Whether quick-stripping large clouser patterns through dense kelp patches, or buck tailing herring patterns behind the boat, this proves to be one of the more unique and exhilarating fisheries on coast. A day of fly fishing is included in the fishing package, just let us know if you’re interested and we can chat about what gear to bring.
Private Boat Package
– We typically place 3-4 people per boat. If you’re a solo traveler or booking as a group of two and would like a private boat, there is a $1500 USD +tax surcharge for the private boat. If you book 3 or more people, you automatically get a private boat for your group.
(Photo credit of fish species: Fisheries and Oceans Canada)
Our Boats & Equipment
Our fleet consists of 4 26’ Aluminum Chambered Boats that are generally regarded as the safest, most comfortable fishing boats on the market. As well as 4 27’ custom built NorthRiver Sea Hawk OS’ vessels. The boats have fully enclosed heated cabins, private bathrooms, suspension seating as well as Transport Canada Approved safety equipment for your comfort.
All of our boats are equipped with state of the art Lowrance Radar, GPS, and depth sounder units to make sure you can find the fish and stay on top of them. Our vessels are powered by 250HP yamaha outboards, and our top of the line fishing rods and reels ensure you don’t lose that fish of a lifetime.
Fishing Policy & Limits
Guests can either release or catch and harvest their fish within British Columbia tidal water limits. Your guide will brief you on catch limits. You may visit the current British Columbia regulations guide if you are interested in learning more about the regulations for fishing in Area 12.
Your Catch
After your day of fishing, we’ll weigh in your catch for bragging rights. Our team will professionally process your fish while you hit the deck for happy hour.Upon departure from Sointula Lodge, we’ll load all the fish you caught into an isolated box for the ride home. Your fish boxes can be checked as luggage on commercial flights. In the last couple years fish caught at Sointula Lodge have flown as far as France, Norway, Bahrain and Australia!