HOMER BOAT TOUR FIELD GUIDE
A Full Day Chasing Kings and Silvers in Kachemak Bay
Spend 8–10 hours with Bob's Trophy Charters fishing Kachemak Bay for wild King and Silver salmon; this guide explains what to expect and what to bring.
A Full Day Chasing Kings and Silvers in Kachemak Bay.
Out of Homer, Alaska, Bob's Trophy Charters runs full-day salmon outings into Kachemak Bay where experienced guides put anglers on wild King and Silver salmon from fully equipped boats—an all-day blend of purposeful fishing, expert local knowledge, and the coastal scenery that defines the southern Kenai Peninsula.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Wild King and Silver Salmon
The charter targets wild Alaskan King salmon and feisty Silver salmon in Kachemak Bay, with guides focused on getting anglers hooked and landing trophy fish when in season.
Fully Equipped, Guide-Provided Tackle
Boats come outfitted with salmon electronics, downriggers, trolling gear, and light-tackle rods and reels; guides supply bait and tackle and the local knowledge of daily ‘hot spots.’
A Long Day on Kachemak Bay
Expect an 8–10 hour immersion on the water amid the bay’s coastal scenery—hours spent chasing salmon with breaks for photos, snacks, and the work of bringing fish aboard.
What the day feels like
What the Day Feels Like
A full-day salmon charter with Bob’s Trophy Charters is steady, purposeful fishing: depart from Homer and run into Kachemak Bay to the salmon ‘hot spots’ your guide trusts, deploy downriggers or troll with light tackle, and respond to those adrenaline-fueled strikes—then work the fish together until it comes aboard. Guides provide the equipment, bait, and local know-how to maximize your time on the water and your chances at landing a King or Silver.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits best—and what to consider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Full-day outing: plan for an 8–10 hour trip on the water.
Waterproof boots or shoes, layered clothing, rain gear, a physical copy of your fishing license (can be purchased at the operator’s office before the trip), lunch/snacks and drinks (a reasonable-sized cooler is allowed), and a camera.
Operator supplies boats outfitted with salmon electronics, downriggers, trolling gear, light-tackle rods and reels, and provides bait and tackle.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the Full Day Salmon Charter?
The charter runs approximately 8–10 hours.
What species are targeted on this trip?
The trip targets wild Alaskan King salmon and Silver salmon in Kachemak Bay.
Is gear provided or do I need to bring my own tackle?
Guides provide bait and tackle; boats are equipped with salmon electronics, downriggers, trolling gear, and light-tackle rods and reels.
Do I need a fishing license?
Bring a physical copy of your fishing license; if you don’t have one you can purchase one at the operator’s office before the trip.
What should I pack for the day?
Pack waterproof boots or shoes, layered warm clothing, rain gear, lunch/snacks/drinks (a reasonable-sized cooler is fine), and a camera.