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JeanetteReasner 9/20/2019 The Best!!!! We had the best time!!!!... moreWe had the best time!!!! Would highly recommend this Charter! Would use them again! Our captain was excellent and very knowledgeable!!! less puuwai 7/25/2016 not a good 4 hour day trip Although we caught fish, the... moreAlthough we caught fish, the boat is not set up to be tourist friendly, as the deck was so small there was no room for the captain to maneuver - and the gunnels were too high to rest your butt on, so we just stood around, always feeling like we were in the way. The fishing "system", with weights pulling the lures to the bottom on mechanical reels had so little interaction from us, that honestly we all thought the day was boring. 3 of the 5 of us own boats, so it wasn't that we didn't know anything. The captain, good at his job of fishing, was not great at being a "tour guide", so I think this company is probably great for the person staying in Ketchikan just to fish, but not the best for cruise passengers looking for a fun half day on the water. less - 5travlrs 7/29/2016 Alaska Fishing Success! Our family traveled to Alaska... moreOur family traveled to Alaska by cruise ship and booked our excursion with Oasis independently. I called for a taxi from Sourdough before we got off the ship as instructed, but the cab company told us to call after disembarking. We had to wait about 20 minutes before the cab came. The fare was $35 each way plus tip (cab was not equipped to accept credit cards so be sure to bring cash.) We got to the Clover Pass Resort where we purchased our fishing licenses (anyone over 14 years is required to purchase a license and must show identification). Credit cards are accepted for fishing license purchase. We met our captain who took us to the boat. I thought there would be a bathroom on the boat but I didn't see one. The captain told us that it wasn't his usual boat. Our captain worked very hard to find fish and we caught 12 salmon! Sometimes there was activity on multiple poles at the same time which was a good problem to have but it appeared like the captain could have used a first mate because he seemed to be overwhelmed when things got busy. We returned to the dock and arranged to have our salmon processed and shipped back home. Our cab driver was waiting for us at Clover Pass at the agreed upon time and we got back to our cruise ship in plenty of time. The next week our Alaskan salmon arrived at our home and it was the best (and most expensive, but we chose to have it shipped home!) salmon we ever had. We had a very memorable fishing experience with Oasis Alaska Charters! less Pinson20thAnniversar 6/20/2018 Awesome Alaskan Fishing Experience!! Oasis Alaska Charters went the... moreOasis Alaska Charters went the extra mile and gave us a FABULOUS fishing experience for our 20th Anniversary!! Captain Chris was the bomb!!! I would fish with you any day!! less
- EpirocTodd 8/07/2019 Customer event We have for the past... moreWe have for the past few years worked with Oasis for our Alaska customer fishing trip. Mark, Joanne and their boat captains have been wonderful for us and have accommodated all of our requests. The fishing was wonderful again and our freezers are all full of Salmon, Halibut and Yellow Eye. We'll definitely be back! less JL3221 8/18/2022 Halibut Fishing Day We had the absolute best... moreWe had the absolute best day with Capt. Hunter out fishing for halibut. It was very relaxing, fun and successful. We caught several halibut as well as a Ling Cod which is very rare. Hunter was very easygoing and accommodating. The owner, Mark, picked us up and dropped us back off at our cruise ship pier for a very smooth experience. We highly recommend Oasis for a great fishing experience. less
- Brandel 8/05/2019 Awesome Experience for first timers! Capt. Murray was great. ... moreCapt. Murray was great. He was fun and patient helped our friends 7 year old catch his 1st, 2nd & 3rd Salmon. Good gear and roomy boat. less OnAir34293216315 6/28/2019 First Halibut! Went out fishing with Murray-he... moreWent out fishing with Murray-he was fantastic-showed us and told us about fishing there and put us on the fish-there were boats around us but we caught the fish! less
- Pioneer480867 8/25/2020 Awesome Reunion with Oasis Alaska Charters We had heard that the... moreWe had heard that the cruise lines were not visiting Ketchikan and felt like we needed to joint Mark, Joanne and Capt Murray to help with Covid 2020. What a great time, weather was ok, but Murray put us on the fish and we enjoyed our scheduled two days so well that we all extended to a third day, where we slayed salmon and halibut. Great time had by all and we will be back!!! Cheers to a great organization. less Sheri 9/04/2022 Best fishing excursion trip of my lifetime! Hunter went above and beyond... moreHunter went above and beyond to ensure we had a memorable fishing trip. He is awesome! We had the best time of our life. Thank you Hunter! less
- Gatoragr 7/25/2022 What a day! What a great day! My... moreWhat a great day! My wife and I went fishing with Capt. Drew and had one of the best days ever! Caught our limit in an hour and a half! Drew told me to be sure to tell people that it doesn't always work out that way haha. Mark picked us up from the boat on time and delivered us to the dock. I highly recommend Oasis Alaska Charters! less firegod62 8/11/2021 An Awesome Trip with a Great Company If you're considering a salmon/halibut/bottom... moreIf you're considering a salmon/halibut/bottom fish trip look at Oasis.
JoAnn and Mark run a great operation and the price was reasonable for me and my two brothers. JoAnn responds to emails quickly.
Three days of fishing got us three hundred pounds of processed fish. You have to pay for the processing at something like $2.50 a pound.
Captain Maury was our guide on a 30+ foot boat. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. He does smoke, which didn't bother me since I brought cigars. He was patient and allowed us to do as much as we wanted. I have similar downriggers to those on the boat so he had no problem with us rigging our own lines. It saved time when the fishing was hot - which was often.
The boat was clean and the gear worked fine. Having a head (bathroom) was nice since you're out all day. The first day was a little choppy but the boat was pretty stable and balance wasn't a problem. There is a large cabin if the weather turns bad or while you're under way.
The dock crew that unloads the fish and processes it were a group of young people that were uniformly friendly and helpful. I asked them to process one fish while we were unloading to give to the taxi driver and they had it done in 10 minutes at no additional charge. they'll also take all the photos you want of your trophy fish.
The taxi from the Landing hotel was a flat $50. If you use Sourdough Taxi ask for Carl. He took us to and from the dock every day. He was friendly and On Time - even for our 5:30 am pick ups.
I left a separate review for the Landing Hotel on this site if you're interested. less - courtneymeyer 7/28/2018 Oasis Alaska Charters;Bill M. group Very disappointed with 4 hours... moreVery disappointed with 4 hours of Halibut Fishing.We fished the same spot where the day before 4 Halibut were caught.Is this the only place to catch Halibut or did the boat that was 150 yards from us have the best spot? More importantly,we were told that since we did not catch any Halibut some would be sent to us along with the 1 Salmon and 4 Rock fish.We never got the Halibut.Why not? .I have not yet been billed for the cost of sending the fish to The Mcallister address.Could it be that getting my credit card # hand-written instead of electronically an error was made.? less burton2808 6/08/2018 Great time!! Absolute blast!! Fishing was a... moreAbsolute blast!! Fishing was a little slow to begin with but picked up and remained steady. Caught and successfully released a huge salmon @ 215’ deep !! less
- rbeinlich 8/07/2018 Super nice guide but he gave my fish to his buddy Because it was too big... moreBecause it was too big for us to keep?? Also plan on an extra $80 for the cab ride and try to get into the open ocean, those boats caught way more fish than us. less bigredspf 7/16/2021 Fishin is the Mission! Oasis charters was a great... moreOasis charters was a great episode. Joanne is very helpful and Capt Hunter was awesome. We were on fish as soon as the tackle was in the water. Great experience, looking forward to fishing with them again! Steve less
- AndrewMona 8/29/2022 Amazing and incredible fishing experience My daughter and I had... moreMy daughter and I had the pleasure of fishing with Oasis in early August 2022 for Halibut and Salmon. We selected a four-hour tour as we were on an Alaskan cruise. We decided to select them as our tour guide as I believe they were the only charter offering private tours. Most of the companies combine groups and as much as I love meeting new people, the thought of sharing a boat with others didn’t interest me at all. As we were on an Alaskan cruise, we reached out to Mark and JoAnn in early March and booked ahead of time to ensure we had a spot. They were very responsive and answered our questions in a timely manner and the process of making the deposit was easy. On the day of the fishing trip, one of the owners, Mark, picked us up at the cruise port, he was on time and my daughter was excited to be graced with the presence of their dogs for the 25-minute trip to the dock. The cost of the transportation was added to the price of the tour which is standard practice. Upon arrival at the dock, I was introduced to our Captain named Hunter. He advised that I would require a fishing license for the trip so I proceeded to purchase one for $15 dollars in the shop near the dock. While I was heading back to the dock to proceed on our exciting adventure, Hunter and my daughter were fishing off the dock as there was a large school of pink salmon right beside the boat (at this point I got excited as I knew the day would be fruitful). Hunter was a great guide and amazing with my 8-year-old daughter. He was knowledgeable, patient, and overall the best Captain I have ever had the experience of deep sea fishing with. On the boat, he offered us some snacks and drinks. If you are heading out for a tour, I would recommend bringing some food onboard, just in case you do get hungry . Originally, we were brought out to fish solely for Halibut, but after hearing how well the previous group did on their morning tour we opted to fish for both Halibut and Salmon. One should remember that during these tours you’re not guaranteed to catch mass quantities of fish, so manage your expectations accordingly . Luckily, my daughter and I landed 4 Halibut, 22 pink salmon, and a Coho. In addition, I would say that we had over 20 fish that broke off the line. What an incredible experience for myself and my daughter. I was also surprised at how many double headers we had during our trip. I do wish my daughter was a bit stronger as she had a very difficult time reeling in some of the fish. Regardless, Hunter and I tried our best to make it feel like she was doing most of the work. Man, my forearms were sore the next day (a nice problem to have).To be honest, I don’t think I could have had a better day on the water. The fish were biting, the weather was great and our guide Hunter was AMAZING! If you’re looking to book a tour don’t hesitate to book with Oasis (they exceeded my expectations). They’re a well-run family company that cares for their client’s experience. I hope that I have the opportunity to share more memories with Oasis if I ever travel back to Ketchikan. less jgl2018 1/03/2018 Overall great experience From ages 11-55 all enjoyed... moreFrom ages 11-55 all enjoyed the fishing excursion. Caught lots of fish, saw whales and eagles. Would recommend less
- Randy 9/15/2019 Outstanding company, ownership and Captains. As the President of Purple... moreAs the President of Purple Heart Anglers I can honestly say this company is "World Class". We caught fish, laughed and had a great trip. Our disabled veterans were treated with respect and honored for their service. Captain Murray is a top notch Captain and fisherman and it was our pleasure to be with him. Doesn't get any better than Oasis Alaska Charters. less Lawsonair 8/07/2018 Great day fishing Ketchikan! Chris was our guide and... moreChris was our guide and captain! Seas were big so he worked hard to put us on the fish in some calmer waters so we could enjoy our time on the boat! He did a great job on our 4 hr charter helping each of us boat fish while talking about the local area. We saw whales close to the boat on several occasions adding to our adventure. The marina location put us on the fishing spots quickly and gave us options to duck out of the swell on the lea side of several islands. Great trip! less
- 4bosox 7/21/2018 Fantastic Experience We had an unbelievable experience.... moreWe had an unbelievable experience. Thomas was our captain and did a great job of getting us set up and keeping us in water where the fish were hitting on a regular basis. We really appreciated his help getting our catch back home and overall just providing a wonderful time. less Adrienne 6/06/2017 Better than cruise ship excursion We heard that through the... moreWe heard that through the cruise ship excursions, you could have 6 guests and only 4 lines, so decided to go private for our salmon fishing charter. This did mean we had to spend ~$40 each way for the taxi, but got to see some of the town between and had opportunity to stop for beer. We were there this first week of June and were unfortunate with significant rain for most of our time on the water; however, I am proud to say we caught 1 rockfish and 1 king salmon. One interesting thing to note is when you book, it is sounds like good odds of getting some fish, and then on board it becomes much less unlikely… so temper your expectations, and maybe negotiate for a low season rental rate. Our guide Thomas was helpful, kind and knowledgeable, and the dock crew helped slice and send our fish home to enjoy. We would recommend this group and would use them again. less
- Randy 9/26/2018 Disabled Veterans fifth annual "Trip of a Lifetime" with Oasis alaska Charters The ownership, Captain and deck... moreThe ownership, Captain and deck hand truly made this a "Trip of a Lifetime" for our Disabled Veteran participants. We caught fish, we laughed and we came back with Kodak moments and wonderful memories that will be there for a lifetime. As the President of Purple Heart Anglers I just can't say enough. less W3970HIpaull 6/26/2022 Great Charter Company! We fished with Oasis on... moreWe fished with Oasis on July 19th. We were cruising on Royal Caribbean. Hunter was our Captain and we had a great time! There were 5 in our party including 2 younger boys and all of us caught a King Salmon, 2 of which were keepers and one was just a half inch short.
We were personally brought to and from the marina by one of the owners of the company and she was incredibly personable. The trip from the docks to the marina was around 15-20 minutes and well worth it. I have chartered in many areas like Costa Rica and multiple places in Florida and know you are never guaranteed to catch fish. We booked a 4 hour trip which is not a very long time and realize we were very lucky to have each of us catch a fish. We ran into a couple on the cruise who fished in Ketchikan (not with Oasis) who did not catch anything. For us, Hunter had a plan and an area to fish. He worked that area and it paid off.
I was initially a little hesitant to book with a company outside of Royal Caribbean for this charter but so, so glad we did. The whole experience with Oasis, the great communication, everything was top notch!
I highly recommend Oasis for their professional service and personal touch. Thanks, Oasis! less - northchanneloutf2019 8/03/2019 Great day fishing Fishing trip of a life... moreFishing trip of a life time.11 different species of fish lots of action.captain Thomas was great dude Keith and Nelson Mackay Ontario canada less ToddC400 8/09/2021 Two Fantastic Days of Fishing It was such a great... moreIt was such a great time to spend with family on the water this past week. Murray was phenomenal in getting us into the middle of the Coho school and we had multiple fish on the line at the same time throughout two days out there. Mark and JoAnn went out of their way to make sure my family had an extraordinary time. We can't wait to come back. less
- Jason 8/26/2021 Great fishing and boat captain My father-in-law and I chartered... moreMy father-in-law and I chartered with Oasis for a 4 hour salmon trip. Overall the experience was good and the captain, Hunter, was excellent and we enjoyed our afternoon. The one disappointing part was the transportation. We were on a cruise that docked in a new area west of town. Taxis could not enter the area, so Oasis picked us up and brought us back in their van. A 10 minute trip each way. After spending $640 for a private charter for 2, Oasis charged me an additional $80 for the 20 minutes in their van!!!! Got to be honest, I thought that was a little greedy. … less jriley2018 6/22/2018 Salmon Fishing Trip was fantastic, captain Maria... moreTrip was fantastic, captain Maria did a great job and was very accommodating. Would recommend it highly to others less
- TANIA 7/29/2016 You've Got Plenty of Time to Book Oasis During a Shore Excursion! We booked with Oasis instead... moreWe booked with Oasis instead of doing the fishing shore excursion through the cruise line (Norwegian). We thought it would be a bit more hassle because of having to call for a taxi, but really, it all went so smoothly and gave even more business to locals. In fact, talking to the taxi driver likely gave us more of a glimpse into Alaskan life than we ever would have doing the ship's shore excursion. We also had plenty of time to get to Oasis and back.Fun fishing! We were upriver from the cruise line charters, and we had the river to ourselves - and the boat, as no one joined our family of four. Bald eagles watched us from the treetops and tried to steal our fish when they saw them on line! We were a bit early for the salmon run so we didn't catch any kings, but we caught 2 chums and 3 rock fish. They cleaned them right on the dock and we had them shipped to my husband's dad for Father's Day (health wouldn't permit him to come on the cruise). Everything arrived in good order.The people at Oasis were great. The office and docks were staffed by clean-cut, polite Latter-day Saint kids up from Utah doing "mission service." The captain was young and friendly, living, as he said, "a working vacation."We originally booked through Oasis to save a few bucks. In the end, we would have paid a few bucks extra for the adventure and privacy that booking through Oasis provided. Go for it!! less susanh50insydney 7/19/2019 Fabulous Fishing Trip We went out on Reel... moreWe went out on Reel Therapy for 2 full days of fishing with Captain Murray just a week ago. We had an absolutely amazing time! Cpt. Murray was very knowledgeable, personable and a good instructor. We couldn't have had more fun and we caught over 200lbs of fish between the 4 of us. Thanks for a fantastic time! less
- Discover59021742913 7/07/2019 Had a great time. Captain was very friendly and... moreCaptain was very friendly and knowledgeable. Great fishing, great weather, would recommend to anyone taking a cruise to Alaska. less Gerard 7/08/2019 Fun catching Salmon My two sons and I... moreMy two sons and I had a great time bobbing on the boat and catching salmon! We only fished 3 hours but had 8 hits and reeled in two! They are now in my freezer ready to eat! less
- JL 8/18/2022 Halibut Fishing Day We had the absolute best... moreWe had the absolute best day with Capt. Hunter out fishing for halibut. It was very relaxing, fun and successful. We caught several halibut as well as a Ling Cod which is very rare. Hunter was very easygoing and accommodating. The owner, Mark, picked us up and dropped us back off at our cruise ship pier for a very smooth experience. We highly recommend Oasis for a great fishing experience. less Lori 8/12/2015 Salmon fishing with Captain Mike was amazing! Our group was my Mom... moreOur group was my Mom (75), my brother (35) myself (52). It was perfect for all of us. I was worried about my Mom because she has had two knee replacements, but our captain made sure she was safe and even reeled in two fish. We had our fish processed and shipped home right from the dock at Clover Pass. We took a taxi to Clover Pass and it gave us the opportunity to see more of Ketchikan. It was super easy. This was my third time to fish in Ketchikan while cruising and this charter was excellent! I would highly recommend this company to anyone who is considering a private charter. less
- Barbara2012 9/13/2019 Amazing Salmon Fishing! Captain Murray is a fantastic guide! Let me preface this review... moreLet me preface this review by saying this was our second private fishing trip in Alaska. The first one, the day before was fun and we caught several salmon. However, Oasis Charter with Captain Murray was really exceptional! The boat was extremely clean and very nice. Murray made everything easy and fun! We caught a lot of coho salmon that we had shipped home. Best tasting fish we’ve ever eaten. Murray took us to several fishing sites and along the way pointed out many interesting sights! We plan to come book again book with Oasis and Murray in the near future! less Steve 4/16/2018 2 Person fishing trip A buddy and I... moreA buddy and I booked a one day trip and got Captain Murray. We had a great time, caught a ton of fish and the trip would have been even better, but we had to catch a flight and cut the day short. We're thinking of going back for an overnight trip to the end of Prince of Wales. less
- Traveler443457 6/09/2022 Awesome! Fabulous trip! The owners are... moreFabulous trip! The owners are overly accommodating-we did not have our license as we were supposed to and they printed them for us at their home. Murray was a fabulous captain-we quickly caught our limit of halibut and he took us to fish for other types of fish! When we visit Alaska again, we will definitely use Oasis! less ANURAG 7/19/2018 Amazing!! Our guide and master fisherman... moreOur guide and master fisherman worked tirelessly to get us a Halibut. Amazing experience. The owner was super nice to arrange a taxi on the way back to our cruise. She waited with us until the taxi driver reached as we were getting late. She was ready to drop us to the cruise in her own car in case taxi doesn’t pick us on time. Super nice. less
- Tammy 5/28/2022 Great time My husband and son originally... moreMy husband and son originally had a halibut trip booked thru our cruise line but it was cancelled. I ended up booking with Oasis Charters and they were great from the initial inquiry. They were responsive and helpful. We reserved transfers from cruise dock and the halibut charter for 2. My husband and son had a blast and both caught a halibut plus some cod. Great time had and worth every cent. less april 8/01/2021 Amazing day on the water! I cant say enough good... moreI cant say enough good things about this trip! The 4 of us had a boat to ourselves and Captain hunter was Amazing. We booked a 4 hour charter and were actually given a 5th hour for free so that they could coordinate our return to the port with another party, Mark, the owner, picked us up at our ship and we chatted pleasantly on the way to the boat. From there Captain Hunter took over. To say he knows his stuff is an understatement! We put our lines in and had a fish on with 5 minutes. We caught silvers, pinks and Kings (but had to throw the kings back since they were out of season and were tiny). We ended our 5 hours with 3 silvers and 14 pinks in the cooler! We had so many more that we got to reel in, but they broke off the lines just before we could scoop them up. This trip was awesome and time flew by way too fast. I would highly recommend Oasis Alaska to anyone wanting to take home some Wild Alaska Salmon! less
- timmcgnch 8/28/2019 Fishing Charter We had a great time.... moreWe had a great time. Our captain was very good at getting us on fish. He was also a good guy, lots of fun to be around. less Maria 3/09/2015 Great Operation! We fished with Oasis Alaska... moreWe fished with Oasis Alaska Charters and had a great time! The boat was clean and the Captain was very professional. We caught plenty of fish on our 4 hour trip and had them processed. I would recommend Oasis Alaska Charters if you are planning a trip to Ketchikan. less
- Sonia 7/18/2016 Great Experience! As many other travelers, we... moreAs many other travelers, we were on a cruise. We booked this trip on our own and had a great time. My boys had a blast. Unfortunately, we did not have any luck with the salmon. My husband caught one, but it was a couple of inches too short. Our captain was great & made it fun for our boys! less plainesfield1 8/12/2017 Amazing Day of Fishing I can not say enough... moreI can not say enough about your amazing day of fishing with Captain Murray. We were on a cruise and decided the Ketchikan stop we would go fishing. We booked the charter in advanced. Upon arriving in Ketchikan we had Sourdough taxi take us to the charter. We were met by Joann at the dock and introduced to Captain Murray. Captain Murray did a great job at letting us know what to expect and was very helpful. The boat was clean and the equipment was in excellent condition. He had us on fish in no time and the next (4) hours just flew by. We all had a lot of fun and hope to return for another day of fishing with Oasis Alaska Charters. less
- mikecarr2536 8/21/2019 Great owners and captain Went on a full day... moreWent on a full day halibut and salmon trip on the Reel Therapy and had a great time and caught a lot of fish less quorum87 8/05/2019 Awesome guide and salmon fishing experience Chris, our guide, was awesome.... moreChris, our guide, was awesome. Fun to be around and helped us catch a ton of salmon on our trip in late July. While we didn't snag the elusive king, we did manage to have a blast fishing and enjoying the incredible Alaska scenery. Logistics were very smooth getting in and off the boat. Shipped fish arrived at our East Coast house about a week after the trip. less
- Dee 9/16/2019 Great Day!! We were very happy with... moreWe were very happy with 95% of our fishing adventure. The weather was perfection, the captain was great! The fish were not cooperating, but we thoroughly understand that is out of their hands. We caught 1 king that was too small to keep, and one beautiful Silver. There were no other bites, very disappointing for the money we paid. Because a previous charter did not want to keep their Pinks, they did offer us to keep them. We happily accepted that offer, and are awaiting our fish. We had a bonus of watching 10 whale breaches during our trip, so that was amazing!! we wouldn't hesitate to go with Oasis again. less georgen696 6/19/2020 Great fishing trip The Captain worked overtime to... moreThe Captain worked overtime to catch fish. Boat is roomy and nice. Big cabin to get out of the weather. Picked us up and dropped us off so the whole day was easy. Fish processing right on site. less
- stwwardess1950 7/22/2018 We had a great time We had a great fishing... moreWe had a great fishing trip with Oasis. Joann helped us get everything set. We have recommended the Oasis Charters to our friends and family. less Mark 8/24/2018 Amazing fishing trip We travelled to Ketchikan for... moreWe travelled to Ketchikan for the sole purpose of a once in a lifetime fishing trip. After a full day outing with captain Murray we were more than satisfied. After getting our limits of halibut right away, captain Murray went to work getting us giant lings and limits on black cod as well as salmon and many others. Scenery consisted of plenty of whales , otters and bald eagles. Amazing day! less
- mikecarr2536 8/21/2019 Great owners and captain Went on a full day... moreWent on a full day halibut and salmon trip on the Reel Therapy and had a great time and caught a lot of fish less 208nicholasb 8/09/2021 Fantastic Charter!!! We booked this charter very... moreWe booked this charter very last minute, and Oasis was super nice and accommodating. They were quick to communicate and really attentive. We went out in the morning with Captain Hunter who was wonderful. He helped us max out our salmon limits (other boats were not catching as much as us based on what we heard and saw) and was great to talk to (we asked a million questions and he was patient answering them all). I can’t recommend Oasis enough!!! less
- dant918 8/16/2016 Capt Murry Had two full days of... moreHad two full days of fishing and it was everything we could hope for! Caught alot of fish and captain Murray was down to earth normal guy that really knows his stuff! Seen alot of beautiful country! Definately will go back again. Left our place in Iowa at 95 degrees and was in heaven when we got off the plane in that cool 60 degree Alaska weather!! less Kim 9/17/2019 Such a fun trip! We chartered two boats for... moreWe chartered two boats for 7 of us, and we had a blast. It was chilly and rainy, and it didn't even phase us. Our fishing guys were great, we had all fished before but none of us were experts by any means, and they helped us all to reel in fish and get some pics! The landscape was stunning, and the salmon were flowing :). Would definitely recommend! less
- firegod62 8/11/2021 An Awesome Trip with a Great Company If you're considering a salmon/halibut/bottom... moreIf you're considering a salmon/halibut/bottom fish trip look at Oasis. JoAnn and Mark run a great operation and the price was reasonable for me and my two brothers. JoAnn responds to emails quickly. Three days of fishing got us three hundred pounds of processed fish. You have to pay for the processing at something like $2.50 a pound. Captain Maury was our guide on a 30+ foot boat. He was friendly and very knowledgeable. He does smoke, which didn't bother me since I brought cigars. He was patient and allowed us to do as much as we wanted. I have similar downriggers to those on the boat so he had no problem with us rigging our own lines. It saved time when the fishing was hot - which was often. The boat was clean and the gear worked fine. Having a head (bathroom) was nice since you're out all day. The first day was a little choppy but the boat was pretty stable and balance wasn't a problem. There is a large cabin if the weather turns bad or while you're under way. The dock crew that unloads the fish and processes it were a group of young people that were uniformly friendly and helpful. I asked them to process one fish while we were unloading to give to the taxi driver and they had it done in 10 minutes at no additional charge. they'll also take all the photos you want of your trophy fish. The taxi from the Landing hotel was a flat $50. If you use Sourdough Taxi ask for Carl. He took us to and from the dock every day. He was friendly and On Time - even for our 5:30 am pick ups. I left a separate review for the Landing Hotel on this site if you're interested. … less chexperk 9/25/2018 Great charter Murray was a great guide,... moreMurray was a great guide, he understood the water even though the Halibut were not biting we had plenty of action from other bottom fish. less
- fmvet2002 9/10/2015 Great charter Our fishing trip was awesome!!... moreOur fishing trip was awesome!! It was cold and rainy in the morning but cleared up. We caught Kings, pink, and silver salmon. 2 halibut and 2 spine back rock fish. The rat fish I caught was thrown back but neat to see. Whales and eagles were out that day and our guide spotted a whale spray way out in the water and turned us in that direction. It was really fun. Just the two of us and our captain. Didn't have to fight large crowds!! less Leisa 6/27/2017 Fantastic fishing trip! Wow! We had a... moreWow! We had a terrific morning fishing with Murray as our captain . We went out exactly on time, the boat was very clean, and there were plenty of poles . Murray wanted all of us to catch fish so he kept changing The bait until he found was was working today. Excellent day and I highly recommend Oasis. less
- 513eyrie 9/28/2018 Fun, Fun, Fun Murray, our guide, couldn't have... moreMurray, our guide, couldn't have been any better. His knowledge about the area and the fishing was fantastic. He was generally an all around great guy and he helped us when we needed it and let us reel in when we didn't. Wonderfully fun guy and thank you for having him. less Ellen 8/07/2018 Great salmon fishing trip! Our family had a wonderfully... moreOur family had a wonderfully successful fishing trip on Oasis Alaska Charters, with the friendly and able guidance of Captain Thomas. We caught 17 salmon on a beautiful summer day in Ketchikan! less
- BBJK2001 6/25/2022 Murray, Steve, Humpbacks Oh My! We spent 5 hours fishing... moreWe spent 5 hours fishing with Murray, our guide. He knew the the area well, was in tune with other fisherman, and the tides. We hit our limit on halibut, got a King Salmon, and a few other variety of fish. We even got to meet "Steve" the Bald Eagle that ate fish literally thrown from Murray's hand. Plus, we saw a humpback whale just as we were leaving the marina. The transfer to and from the port was easy, and they were very conscientious of our cruising times. I was worried about booking outside the ship. No need to worry! When we arrived back to the marina, the staff that cleaned and shipped the fish were efficient and amazing!
This exceeded our expectations. If we go back, they will be the first people we call! less retgunnyusmc 9/27/2016 INCREDIBLE FISHING EXPERIENCE Oasis Alaska Charters recently hosted... moreOasis Alaska Charters recently hosted a group of Disabled Veterans from Purple Heart Anglers. The treatment was superb, and the gear and boats are first rate. The Captains, Matt and Murray, are extremely qualified anglers and get you on some incredible fishing. Their skills ensured everyone on-board experienced what Alaska salmon fishing should be. The owner Mark Andrew and his wife made sure our experience was "first class". Any future trips to Ketchikan will definitely include a few days with Oasis Alaska Charters. Chuck, Gunnery Sergeant, USMC (Retired). less - ED 7/07/2021 Absolutely Incredible!! What an incredible trip for... moreWhat an incredible trip for us this year, Oasis and Captain Murray blew our expectations out of the water. We have used Oasis each year and somehow they keep raising the bar and exceeding the previous year. Captain Murray is an absolute savant in putting us on the fish, and coaching us to land every bite possible. To us there is no other choice but Oasis and Captain Murray. 5 star recommendations from us, we booked next year before we left Alaska. See you next year and thank you again for everything, amazing as usual. less Brad 8/09/2018 Oasis charters halibut and salmon fishing We had an amazing experience... moreWe had an amazing experience and will be back next year.Our captain Chris put us on a lot of fish.He has years of experience and shared his knowledge of fishing and the area with us.He had a sincere concern for us enjoying our time there and catching fish.I recommend both Oasis and Chris and I am thankfull for the fish we will enjoy for months to come and the memories we have for a life time. less
- Alyson 6/24/2022 True Alaskan Experience! We booked the 4 hour... moreWe booked the 4 hour salmon fishing charter, and we are so glad we did! This trip was everything we had hoped for and more! From the moment we stepped off the cruise ship and Oasis Alaska Charters picked us up, to the moment they dropped us back off, everything was seamless. We caught lots of fish, including king salmon, saw 2 pods of Orcas, and even had a bald Eagle swoop in to try to steal our catch! Murry, our captain, was amazing, knowledgeable, and so great with the kids. When we returned to the dock, they quickly had it arranged to have our fish processed and shipped home to us. Definitely the fishing trip of a lifetime and one we will not soon forget! We highly recommend Oasis Alaska Charters!!! less Dreamer09029163867 6/21/2019 FISH ON! Captain Murry put us on... moreCaptain Murry put us on fish. We were very satisfied. Would like to do it again someday. And, we had beautiful weather and saw a couple of whales on our way back to the dock. less
- korinadrainsrus 7/08/2019 Awesome family experiance Our family had 9 total... moreOur family had 9 total on the boats, each guide was amazing and made a memory of a lifetime for our family. It was a blessing, and a blast. We caught so many fish, the shipping was easy and painless, the fish was great beer battered and fried next we are trying fish tacos with the halibut. We definitely recommend this company to anyone out there who wants to fish. less esalinas647 8/26/2020 Amazing three days! What a terrific 3 days... moreWhat a terrific 3 days with Capt Murray. Everyday was perfect weather and superb fishing. In three days we caught 109 Salmon, 50 Sea Bass, 9 Halibut and 8 Ling Cods....and that's just the stuff we didn't throw back. Murray is like the fish whisperer, unbelievably talented and so laid back, he just lets people enjoy the whole experience. We basically saw all of the wildlife Alaska has to offer from the boat.
Water was calm, processing and packaging was effortless and JoAnn and Mark are great hosts. Next time we come back we are doing nothing else but hanging out with these folks. Best money spent on our whole trip.
Anybody want some salmon? less - Randy 9/01/2017 Amazing company I'm the President of Purple... moreI'm the President of Purple Heart Anglers, a 501 c 3 non profit organization. We take disabled veterans on hunting and fishing trips and we just took a group on a "Trip of a Lifetime" to fish for Salmon in Ketchikan Alaska. Mark, the owner, and boat Captains, Logan and Murray are outstanding. The Captains are knowledgeable and fun and a real pleasure to be on a boat with. We laughed and caught Salmon for three days. Each of our participants brought back 70 lb.'s of Salmon fillet. The respect and honor they show to our disabled veterans is wonderful.We are grateful to them all for their care and support.I can't say enough about this company.When you want to take a guided trip up in Ketchikan Alaska, there is none better than Oasis Alaska. less tonidozier 7/27/2018 Great Fishing in Alaska We have fished with Oasis... moreWe have fished with Oasis Charters 3 times now and we have enjoyed our time there more and more each time!! Great group of people that run the place too! Murray was our captain of choice every time...he really knows where to put you on top of the best fish!!! less
- MTTravelers1 7/28/2015 Fishing in Alaska Our family had a very... moreOur family had a very good experience with Oasis! Went salmon fishing a few days ago. Trip included my wife, my two children, and my mom and stepfather. Murray was the captain from Oasis and was very professional the whole time. Weather did not cooperate, nor did the salmon. However Murray made sure to at least go in a location to catch some rock fish so the kids would have a great time. Just sailing around and looking at the scenery, including many bold Eagles was great! I would definitely recommend Oasis. less Michael 7/30/2017 Great People & Great Fishing! Our crew (Logan & Earl)... moreOur crew (Logan & Earl) were the best. They put us on the fish and ensured that we had a great time. It truly was the best part of our Alaskan vacation!!! less
- Darell 7/22/2021 Oasis Alaska My son and I enjoyed... moreMy son and I enjoyed a great morning of fishing with Captain Murray on Oasis. Lots of fish. Wonderful time. less Ron 5/31/2022 Great charter, would do again. Great experience. Our family chartered... moreGreat experience. Our family chartered two boats, both captains were amazing. Great job by the company overall. I would certainly do another charter with this company again. less
- Jason 8/01/2021 Great fishing and boat captain My father-in-law and I chartered... moreMy father-in-law and I chartered with Oasis for a 4 hour salmon trip. Overall the experience was good and the captain, Hunter, was excellent and we enjoyed our afternoon. The one disappointing part was the transportation. We were on a cruise that docked in a new area west of town. Taxis could not enter the area, so Oasis picked us up and brought us back in their van. A 10 minute trip each way. After spending $640 for a private charter for 2, Oasis charged me an additional $80 for the 20 minutes in their van!!!! Got to be honest, I thought that was a little greedy. less Alice 1/04/2018 Best of Alaska Good people, great views, excellent... moreGood people, great views, excellent experience. This is one of the best excursions we took in Alaska.You really have to do this! less
- Jacob 6/16/2017 King salmon in Ketchikan Just return from cruise to... moreJust return from cruise to Alask With my wife and two kids. in Ketchikan booked private charter with oasis charters. Great to work with, They were very accommodating to the ships schedule. Boat was like new, clean and in great working order. Capitain Murray was great with kids and was able to put us on the fish. Processing for our catch was available at the marina. Can't wait to return to Alaska and will definitely fish with oasis charters again. less Sam 9/28/2018 Excellent fishing charter Captain Murray was a great... moreCaptain Murray was a great guide and provided us with all the gear and advice we needed. Highly recommended. less
- wmcallister2018 7/20/2018 dissapointed We selected our trip due... moreWe selected our trip due to the reviews on Captain Mike, to our surprise we did not have Capt. Mike, but rather a 20 something female. Our anchor got stuck, therefore were limited as to moving the boat. On our check out slip due to these issues we were told and it was written that our captain was going to throw some halibut in with our package home. Thus, I thought we were generous with our tip. When the fish arrived there was no halibut. The fillets from the Red Rock we caught were smaller than some farm pond crappie we catch. Overall, I am not disappointed in the amount of fish we caught, as it did not appear anyone caught many fish that day. (That is how fishing goes). If you book with Oasis, I would suggest you ask for the captain that the reviews are written for. When a couple of old guys go fishing, we are not looking for a young female captain. I can not recommend Oasis. less mishy7272 6/07/2018 Had the most memorable time, love it!!!! I had such an amazing... moreI had such an amazing time. The staff was on point at all times never missing A beat. Everyone was extremely friendly & made you feel the comforts of home. Definitely will do this again. less
- Doug 9/15/2018 What a blast! Me and some buddies had... moreMe and some buddies had the opportunity recently to take a day trip out with Oasis. Desmond and First Mate (and daughter Alexa) met us at the dock and in a short few minutes we had the paper work done and were off. Of course it was raining as it is SE Alaska in September but that did not deter from the fun of fishing that day. After only traveling out about 30 minutes Desmond sets up our poles and we're fishing. Doesn't take long at all and WHAM we are getting hits. First we pull in a nice Pink. A few minutes later after Desmond resets that bait and downriggers, two hits just seconds apart. Brought them both in! Nice Coho's. Although we did loose a few, the highlight of salmon fishing this day was having four poles in the water and having action on all four. We did manage to bring three on board! Salmon fishing was a blast but by late morning Desmond knew the salmon would stop biting and we headed a short distance and anchored 350 feet deep for halibut. WOW, never knew the action on bottom fishing! We only had a short amount of time to continue fishing but brought some cod on board as well as a 15 pound halibut. In total we hauled in 15 fish in a very short time. Dock crew were great also. Met us at the dock, hauled our fish to processing, filet them and shipped to my door when I returned. Very easy for vacationers.Hats off again to Skipper Desmond and Alexa! Great experience. You know your fishing and I can't wait to do it again! less sheilawO1829XS 8/10/2021 Absolute Fantastic Fishing! Beware of processor. My husband, daughter and myself... moreMy husband, daughter and myself went out with Capt. Murray on 8/1/2021 for a 4 hr. charter. Wow, what an amazing trip we had! Very friendly experience and we would definitely recommend this company to anyone looking for a great experience of fishing and fun.
* The taxi ride from the cruise ship/downtown is $50 each way. I know it says a few different things on the website, but it's just a straight $50.
* Our biggest disappointment came with the Clover Pass Resort fish processing. One of the most unprofessional companies I have ever dealth with. After our fishing trip in which we caught 3 halibut (one 50lbs) and 10 nice salmon, see photo, we arranged to have our fish shipped back home. After giving our name, address, payment info and being assured our fish would be tagged, frozen, processed and shipped overnight: we called Clover Pass to inquire about our shipment and were told that all of our fish that we had caught had been processed and shipped to another client that had fished on a separate boat that day. They called the Capt. of our boat to ask what we had caught and then offered to send us (at full cost) approximately what we had caught that day and would add a few pounds to make up their mistake. We were told that it would be fish caught sometime this year by other persons who had left their fish behind. We declined as if we had wanted fish we didn't know where it came from or when it was caught, we can go to our local grocery store. What a terrible ending to a trip of a lifetime. less - lherb2018 6/26/2018 Ketchikan Fishing Excursion We had a great time,... moreWe had a great time, the weather was perfect, our guide was awesome (Thomas) and we caught a bunch of fish that we had fed-ex'd home! This trip included my husband, our 2 boys (18yrs old & 19 yrs old) and a couple of friends! I would recommend this excursion to anyone. less Bruce 7/19/2018 Hard working Captain couldn't find any fish. We spent all day trying... moreWe spent all day trying time after time to find some salmon but in spite of the best efforts of our Captain, Thomas, we could not find any fish. We saw lots of boxes of frozen fish at the Anchorage airport as were flying home but they apparently weren't caught around Ketchican. Hoping for better luck next time. less
- ajm81802 9/02/2022 Amazing fishing excursion! This was a rescheduled family... moreThis was a rescheduled family trip from 2020 for a group of 10. Half went salmon fishing with Drew, the others halibut fishing with Hunter. Right from the start, the staff at Oasis Alaska Charters was very responsive - they answered my emails in a timely fashion (usually within minutes!) The shuttle service from the cruise terminal was very convenient and reasonably priced - definitely recommended. Our fishing experience was amazing - looking forward to the arrival of our fish! We had a great time! less arvidpeterson 8/25/2019 Fishing in AK The boat was a disappointment... moreThe boat was a disappointment for sure. We are in the boat for four hours watching our captain setup the fishing rods and then us waiting for a bite with no place to sit down. There were four of us fishing for $810.00. The seas were very rough so we were continually knocked around. We are all in our late sixties and seventies. My husband was thrown and was bruised the next day. We did catch three salmon and one halibut (that was too long so was released). less
- OnAir34293216315 6/28/2019 First Halibut! Went out fishing with Murray-he... moreWent out fishing with Murray-he was fantastic-showed us and told us about fishing there and put us on the fish-there were boats around us but we caught the fish! less rickh529 7/21/2020 GREAT FISHING !!! Top notch people to deal... moreTop notch people to deal with. Their captains know the waters and get you on the fish. This is the third year in a row that we have fished with them and now I wouldn't use anyone else. Great boats and equipment. Highly recommend these folks !!! less
- patchcs 9/22/2019 September Silvers are Fantastic! From my reservation to packing... moreFrom my reservation to packing out the fish, Oasis Charters had excellent organisation, responsiveness and efficiency. We chartered two boats for 9 people to go after the September Silvers (Coho Salmon). The fishing was slow for about an hour, but after Capt. Murry found the fish he kept us ON the fish! Before it was all over we had each caught 2 fish in the 10-12 lbs. range. Really gotta hand it to Capt. Murry for finding the fish, helping us wrestle them into the cold box and maximizing our time on the water. Fish ON! less egiovanola 9/19/2020 Amazing Trip Oasis Charters literally saved our... moreOasis Charters literally saved our trip. Our original plans blew up due to Covid and JoAnn and our captain, Chris, stepped in and completely blew us away with an incredible trip. We originally were scheduled with Oasis for a 1 day trip, and ended up going out with Chris for all 4 days. Chris was a blast and put us on the fish each day, catching everything from Salmon and Halibut, to Sea Bass, cod and rockfish. We will be back again next year and the ONLY choice is Oasis Alaska Charters. What an amazing trip! See you next year.
Ed & Sue less - edteel 8/10/2019 Great trip again This was our second time... moreThis was our second time fishing with Oasis. It was probably the worst fishing that I have experienced in Alaska, but it definitely was no fault of Oasis or Capt. Chris.
The weather just turned bad and the seas were pretty rough.
Chris tried hard to get us on some good fishing. I think he really went overboard to try and get us lots of fish, but it just wasn't the day for it.
We brought fish home, but not near as much as usual or as we would have liked, but it was still a great and fun adventure.
Id recommend Oasis to anyone. less cesarpnc 7/09/2020 Amazing fishing trip We booked a 2 day... moreWe booked a 2 day fishing trip with oasis Alaska charters and it was the best decision on this trip! From the day we booked online we got a call to confirm and customer service was beyond what we expected. We got to fish with captain Murray and he knows his stuff. Very friendly and patient. We had our limits on salmon and halibut by 930am and spend the rest of the day rock fishing! Thank you oasis! less - rosiecran 2/20/2015 Fun Fun Fun Charter? If you tried... moreCharter? If you tried the rest now try the best, Oasis Charters. My husband and I are seniors and had the time of our life. We were treated wonderful, limited out every day and saw all the wildlife Ketchikan has to offer. We have already booked our trip with them for next season. GO, you will love it! less ericM4622JL 8/21/2019 SO FUN! This might have been the... moreThis might have been the best part about our cruise! We had a great time and our arms were sore from reeling in all the fish! Great day and great Captain! less
- BBJK2001 6/25/2022 Murray, Steve, Humpbacks Oh My! We spent 5 hours fishing... moreWe spent 5 hours fishing with Murray, our guide. He knew the the area well, was in tune with other fisherman, and the tides. We hit our limit on halibut, got a King Salmon, and a few other variety of fish. We even got to meet "Steve" the Bald Eagle that ate fish literally thrown from Murray's hand. Plus, we saw a humpback whale just as we were leaving the marina. The transfer to and from the port was easy, and they were very conscientious of our cruising times. I was worried about booking outside the ship. No need to worry! When we arrived back to the marina, the staff that cleaned and shipped the fish were efficient and amazing!
This exceeded our expectations. If we go back, they will be the first people we call! less Toyotafanatic123 6/08/2022 Absolutely beautiful weather on the water with Captain Murphy. There was never a dull moment. BEST DAY EVER!! I cannot say enough good... moreI cannot say enough good things about Oasis Charters. From top gear, awesome customer service, friendly staff, top notch Captains and comfortable boats, it doesn't get any better than this!!! less - Mecs2014 6/18/2019 Last Minute Charter- June 12 Excellent trip with Captain Murray.... moreExcellent trip with Captain Murray. Caught our limit of halibut, rockfish, and lingcod.
Called when we got to Ketch and they had a 6 hour afternoon spot. It was a perfect time of day for us and it worked out great.
My only word of advice is if YOU'RE NOT staying at the Clover Pass Resort and YOU'RE NOT already booked through a cruise ship make arrangements to hire a taxi, or ride the bus when it's running with enough time to make your trip. We were NOT On a cruise ship so it took a little more coordination on our part to get out to Clover Pass resort on our end BUT nothing that would preclude us from booking again or hinder you from getting there.
5 star operation!!!!! More less Connector40915574816 6/22/2019 Ketchikan Fishing The pre-fishing information on how... moreThe pre-fishing information on how to get a fishing license, taxi contact and planning for departure and return to our cruise ship. Chris our captain was knowledgeable about the recent movement of halibut and king salmon. Likewise, Chris was engaging with our group on fishing and other Alaskan experiences. Our party of 3 caught halibut and king salmon even though it was early in the season (June 6th, 2019). We thoroughly enjoyed our 6 hour trip and had a beautiful day on the water near Prince of Wales Island. less - biohazrdman 6/13/2018 Awesome time, great fishing, and excelent captian! 6hr fishing trip was non... more6hr fishing trip was non stop excitement. Captian Thomas knew where to go and was very helpfull. We all cought our limit and then some! If I ever make it back to Alaska will be looking up Oasis Alaska Charters for sure. Staff on point, no delays. Fishing tackel and boat in excelent condition. Hope to be back oneday! less Inspire55667876615 8/21/2019 Salmon fishing with friends We had a great time,... moreWe had a great time, fishing was good. Mostly we caught pinks, some silvers, and a few kings. Which we put back. Everyone enjoyed the Captain with his knowledge and sense of humor. A great time was had by all. Would do it again gladly. less
