Private Alaskan Fly Fishing Charter
Your Ultimate Customizable Fly Fishing Adventure
Your Exclusive Fly Fishing Adventure
Join us for an unforgettable Alaskan liveaboard adventure with a fly fishing focus. With accommodations for up to 4 guests. Our flexible private charters is the perfect choice for families or friends looking for a complete southeast Alaska experience. Beginnning and ending in Petersburg, AK, which offers a perfect base for exploring the Tongass National Forest.
Guests will have the chance to enjoy a variety of excellent fly fishing opportunities targeting Dolly Varden, Pink Salmon, sea run cutthroat, and silver salmon.
These trips are ideal for non-anglers too, offering a variety of activities beyond fly fishing. It’s a prime opportunity to spot bears, whales, and other wildlife in their natural habitat. You can also get hands-on with setting crab and shrimp pots, or even catch your own dinner from the abundant waters. Each trip can be customized to suit the interests of your group, making it the perfect choice for anyone wanting a well-rounded Alaskan adventure beyond just fly fishing.
Trip Features
Fully Customizable
Create your own adventure—choose your target species and fishing spots. Whether you want to spend the day fishing, wildlife viewing, or setting crab pots, the trip is tailored to your group’s preferences.
We work closely with you to ensure that every aspect of the trip matches your interests and expectations.
Expert Local Guides
Our experienced guides know the best waters for each season. They are not only fishing experts but also have extensive knowledge of the local wildlife and ecosystem.
From teaching new anglers to guiding seasoned pros, our team is committed to making your adventure as rewarding as possible.
Private & Exclusive
You and your group will have the boat and guides all to yourselves, offering a truly personalized experience.
Enjoy the flexibility of setting your own pace and exploring without the crowds. This trip is designed to give you the ultimate freedom to enjoy Alaska your way.
Access Remote Waters
Reach secluded rivers and streams only accessible by boat. These untouched locations offer some of the most productive fishing in Alaska, away from the usual hotspots.
Plus, with fewer anglers around, you’ll have a more serene and peaceful experience in the wilderness.
Sample Itinerary*: We ask that you please arrive at the town of departure one day before the start of the trip, and schedule return flights one day after returning to port.
*Our guides prioritize taking advantage of the best fishing opportunities and the unpredictable nature of the wilderness, which means plans may shift to ensure the most rewarding experience for every guest. Flexibility is key in this remote and dynamic environment—every trip offers a unique and unforgettable adventure.
Arrive at the boat and meet your guides. Settle into the boat, your floating lodge for the week. After a trip briefing, enjoy the cruise to the first fishing spot with a meal and drinks.
Wake up to beautiful Alaskan scenery. After breakfast, head out for a full day of fly fishing. Non-anglers can spot wildlife or set crab pots. End the day with a delicous dinner back on the boat.
Set the crab and shrimp pots in the morning. Spend the rest of the day fishing in remote waters, accessible thanks to the boat’s mobility. Wrap up with a fresh catch dinner anchored in a beautiful Alaskan bay.
Explore Alaska’s hidden coves and rivers, fishing for various species. Spend the morning or evening cruising the beach searching for wildlife like bears and whales. Enjoy a campfire on a secluded beach.
Spend the morning hiking to the alpine for lunch with a view. In the afternoon ish remote rivers accessible only by boat. Check the shrimp pots. The day is tailored to your group’s preferences.
Customize the day! Choose your favorite – more fishing or explore Alaska’s coastlines. Options include bear-viewing, crabbing, or hiking remote trails. Your guides will adapt to what the group wants.
Enjoy a last morning relaxing with your coffee and breakfast. Return to Petersburg, say farewell to your guides, and head home with unforgettable memories and plenty of stories.
How do I get there? – Anglers will fly into Petersburg and are expected to arrive the day before the trip
begins. Anglers will fly home from Petersburg, and can plan to stay the night in Petersburg after day 7.
We are happy to discuss all travel itineraries before booking to make sure you are all set!
Fishing – We will fish multiple streams around southeast Alaska as we use Sally Girl to explore different
destinations. Along with the freshwater fly fishing, we will set crab pots, shrimp pots, and possibly catch some bottom
fish for dinner.
Tongass on the Fly is happy to provide all the gear you’ll need, but we warmly welcome anglers to bring their favorite rods, reels, and equipment to make the experience even more personal and enjoyable.
We will provide leader and tippet material along with flies for all trips.
What’s Included:
- Lodging onboard the Sally Girl
- Fully guided fishing (stream and saltwater)
- Sightseeing, cruising, crabbing, and shrimping
- All meals, appetizers, snacks, coffee, tea, and soft drinks
- Use of top-quality fishing gear
- All terminal tackle including flies
- Use of onboard jet boat and skiff
- Transfer to and from the Petersburg airport
What’s Not Included:
- Flights to Petersburg (PSG), Alaska
- Hotel room or AirBnB in Petersburg before the trip begins and after the trip ends
- Alcoholic beverages
- Alaska fishing license and salmon tag
- Gratuities for crew and guides
Accommodations – Sally Girl is a 45ft troller/charter vessel. She has three bunks in a V-berth at the front of the boat, and
another set up bunks in the main salon. The boat also has a galley for cooking delicious meals and a
head onboard. See more about her here.
Ready for Your Private Alaskan Fly Fishing Charter?
Cancellation Policy: A nonrefundable deposit of 30% is required to reserve dates for a charter with the full balance due 90 days prior to departure.
Tongass on the Fly strongly recommends that anglers and guests purchase travel insurance and full coverage for your trip.