Wild Steelhead Multi-Day Adventure
Experience the Thrill of Fly Fishing in the Untouched Waters of Southeast Alaska
The Ultimate Wild Steelhead Experience
Exclusive, Limited-Time Opportunity – Available Only a Few Weeks Each Year
Step into the remote wilderness of Southeast Alaska and experience the thrill of fly fishing for wild steelhead like never before. Our multi-day adventure combines expert-guided fishing with the comfort and convenience of a liveaboard boat, which serves as your mobile lodge for the week. This floating base allows us to access untouched waters, moving from river to river as we follow the best fishing conditions—ensuring you’re always in the heart of the action.
The liveaboard setup provides more than just mobility; it offers comfort, warm meals, and a cozy place to unwind after a day of fishing. Imagine waking to coffee with a view of the Alaskan wilderness, or dinner as the sun sets over the bay we are anchored in. All of this with steelhead-rich rivers at your doorstep.
Guided by seasoned experts and dedicated to sustainable practices, this trip delivers the ultimate fishing experience while preserving the delicate ecosystem for future generations. Join us for a week of adventure, comfort, and the most exciting fly fishing Alaska has to offer.
2025 Available Weeks
- April 2-8
- April 18-24
Why Choose Us?
Expert Guides
- Decades of steelhead fishing experience
- Local knowledge as full time residents
- Extensive guiding experience from around Alaska and the world
Unique Access
- Liveaboard boat allows for mobility and flexibility
- Wake up next to the rivers we will fish for the day
- Skiffs and jetboats to access a variety of rivers
- Customizable Fly Out trips based from Petersburg
Pristine Waters
- Fish in remote, untouched waters
- Located in wilderness and national forest
- These fish may not see another fly
Sustainable Ethics
- Catch and releas only for all steelhead
- Committed to best fish handling practices
- Helping ensure protections for these incredible fish
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.
Full days of guided fly fishing for wild Alaskan steelhead. We’ll visit different rivers, moving the liveaboard in the morning or evening to access new waters. Breakfast and dinner will be served on the boat each day. Lunch will be packed to have while on the water.
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 (PSG) 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:
- Six (6) nights and six (6) days of lodging onboard the Sally Girl
- Five (5) days of 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 the Adventure?
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.