Sandspit Adventures – British Columbia

Simple To Book

1. Complete the form at the bottom of this page.

2. Our team will follow up with you to answer questions and confirm available dates.

3. After confirming your details, we’ll send you a contract and request a 50% deposit.

Read Our Reviews

 
 
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Jonathan elledge 
 
June 18, 2024
 
 
  
Got Fishing made the entire process of booking the trip and travel so easy and painless. I would highly recommend them to anyone looking to travel for a fishing trip!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kevin Parsons 
 
May 19, 2024
 
 
  
Got Fishing put together an awesome week for us at Christmas Island. The fishing was lights out and the outfitter did a tremendous job making sure we had everything we needed and answered all of our questions.
I also took a trip to Argentina first of the year and I cant say enough about the quality of fishing and the accommodations.
I would definitely return to both places and highly recommend  this company.
Brian and his staff do an excellent job.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Steve Clark 
 
May 18, 2024
 
 
  
Awesome adventure. Fishing is bucket list quality. The arrangements were flawless and the facility is unique and built for fishing. Would highly recommend. I was a first time flats fisher and had a great time.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Lance Kittel 
 
January 31, 2024
 
 
  
We booked through got fishing for our trip to Argentina. We stayed on the Golden Dorado River Cruiser for a week and the service was nothing short of exceptional. The lodging was spacious and comfortable, the staff was friendly and accommodating, and the fish were hungry! Got fishing was also thorough in their planning process and insured a safe and smooth trip. I would absolutely book through them again.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Derek Martinez 
 
January 31, 2024
 
 
  
What a phenomenal experience! If you want to fish golden dorado and eat good food with fantastic knowledgeable guides, this is the place.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Mike Kneale 
 
December 16, 2023
 
 
  
I have booked several trips with other outfitters thoughout Alaska and elsewhere, and I must say; Got Fishing is second to none. Brian and his staff including their associated travel agency were absolutely flawless. I can not thank Brian and his team enough for one of the best adventures and lodging at Christmas Island. I encourage everyone to speak with Brian at Got Fishing before settling on an outfitter, I assure you, you wont be disappointed in their service provided. 1st CLASS! Thank you again Brian and team.
Mike
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Will Summers 
 
September 5, 2023
 
 
  
We booked our corporate trip to King Salmon Lodge. I have some dietary restrictions and the folks at Got Fishing and the Lodge took it very seriously. No issues and we had a blast!
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Brian Florence 
 
August 26, 2023
 
 
  
Brian of Got Fishing got me on a 6 day river trip on the Middle Fork of the Salmon.  It was all he promised.  I have worked with other fishing trip organizers and he is the best.  I had some special needs and requests which Brian made sure were handled professionally by the Outfitter.  I was so impressed that I am using Got Fishing to go to the Christmas Islands, next year.

Brian Florence
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Gary Adams 
 
August 19, 2023
 
 
  
Chad & Lisa were great hosts, and made you feel at home. Our guide Tom knew where to find the fish, we will definitely be going back.
  
 
  
 
 
 
  
 
 
 Kirk Hubbard 
 
July 18, 2023
 
 
  
My experience booking my "Trip of a Lifetime" with Got Fishing was nothing short of Excellent - from start to finish Got Fishing was with me the whole way. They did an outstanding job and I definitely will use there service going forward on all my Alaska Trips
  
 
  
 
 
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For all experience levels and all ages, this is a great trip for the whole family, as well as large groups, offsite events, company retreats, etc. The guides are extremely well-known in the area, are some of the best in the region, and will customize your experience to make sure you have the trip of a lifetime!

You’ll enter the dry room each morning, after your chef prepared breakfast, get geared up, and head down to one of the 6 boats to start your adventure; Each boat fits 4 people, is equipped with high-quality downriggers, and all boats and equipment were recently upgraded amidst Covid-19. You’ll leave the dock and head west through Skidegate Inlet to Cartwright Sound (a 40 min. boat ride), where you’ll Salmon fish in the morning and switch over to jigging for Halibut and Ling Cod in the afternoon. The fishing is fast and of excellent quality. Be prepared for long, full, fun days of amazing bottom fishing for aggressive fighting Halibut, monstrous Chinook and Coho Salmon, easy-fighting but lengthy Ling Cod, Rockfish, and the occasional shark (don’t worry, your guide will handle the sharks). 

This is a trolling trip, utilizing downriggers with speeds around 2-3 miles per hour, but instead of the conventional setup, you’ll use Mooching rods and reels; Mooching reels are basically gigantic, ocean-worthy fly rods (10-12) and the mooching rods are 10 ft. 6 in. This is a unique opportunity to get the experience of fly fishing, conventional fishing, and the art of trolling all in one. 

All the fishing gear and tackle are included, so you just need to bring your sense of adventure (and some snacks if you get extra hungry). 

The fishing season is short this far North, but it’s nothing short of incredible! June through August is the typical season; The fish are slightly smaller in the beginning of the summer, but there’s more to catch. In August, at the tail end of the season, the fish are the largest, but there’s fewer bites. No matter what month you visit, 20 silvers and 20 kings a day is the average you can expect to hook. 

If you’re looking for an extra active and aggressive fishing experience, plan to come to Queen Charlotte around a full moon. This brings larger tides in, and with the flood tides come a plethora of bait fish, with large fish following closely behind. 

You’ll be on the water all day (6-12 hours depending on how good the fishing is and what you can handle) and when you keep fish, the guides will clean and preserve the meat as fast as possible and put it on ice immediately. Once you’re done fishing and you get back to the dock, you can relax! The guides will take your daily catches up to the lodge, where they’ll take special detail in preserving your fish, properly processing, filleting, vacuum packing, flash freezing, and boxing up for your flight home. Extreme attention to detail is taken and every package is labeled, dated, and species are noted; rest assured, you will go home with 50-60 lbs. of your hard-earned catches! While they do that, you can explore the property for edible native Salmonberries, go take a shower, go to the bar, nap, etc. Dinner will be ready for you at 7 pm each evening.

You’ll do this again, amidst the gorgeous scenery, for 3 days total.

Chinook (King) Salmon

King salmon, or Chinook, are the largest species of salmon. They’re blue-green in color on the back, with black spots on the upper half of the body and the majority of their tails, and are dubbed as being one of the hardest fighting fish you’ll ever experience in the Pacific Northwest. Featuring rich, fatty, dense meat, with a full fish flavor and a hint of sweetness, you’ll be able to relive your trip and impress friends and family for months after, each time you get to cook the King. 

Fun fact: In 2023, the lodge had their personal Chinook record beat when they caught a 62 lb. King Salmon! Listen to our podcast with Chad Whiteside, Owner at Sandspit Adventures, to hear the full story.

Coho (Silver) Salmon

Cohos are a favorite among fishermen; They’re spectacular fighters and incredibly acrobatic. They have dark metallic blue backs and silver sides and bellies. They’re mild in flavor, firm, dark, reddish-orange in color, and a must-have on the smoker or bbq. 

Ling Cod

Ling Cod are highly predatory fish with an enormous appetite. They’re typically found on the rocky bottom, have a large mouth with very sharp teeth, can grow up to 60 lbs., and are brown mottled in color. Lean, firm, with a mild flavor and white, flaky meat, cod is a favorite table fare.

Halibut

Halibut are known for their hard fight. They’re flat fish that live deep on the bottom of the most gravely areas. They’re extremely lean, mild, sweet in flavor, have a dense, firm, white, flaky meat, and are one of the most tasty fish to bring home. They can grow well over 200 lbs. and over 7 ft. long.