Professionally Guided Fishing Charters

Absolute Sportfishing offers exciting adventures in Campbell River, British Columbia. The captain has over 20 years of local knowledge and experience. If you want to fish in protected waters surrounded by magnificent scenery, amazing tidal flows, and a dynamic marine environment, you have found the right place. Situated between Vancouver Island and the coastal mainland, the river is home to all 5 species of Pacific Salmon (Chinook, Coho, Sockeye, Pink, and Chum). They migrate through the fishing grounds as well as delicious Lingcod and bottom fish. Your charter boat is a beautiful Offshore 255 Pursuit that is kept immaculate and has fully covered comfortable seating, Espar heater, marine head, big screen GPS/sonar/radar, custom built rods, and the finest tackle & equipment. Equipped with new 4-stroke Yamaha main and trolling motors, 2 VHF radios, rain gear, and safety equipment, you are assured to be comfortable at all times. Conveniently located in the heart of Campbell River surrounded by many options for dining and accommodations as well as being a hub for many other outdoor activities, you can find something for just about everyone’s tastes and budgets. Your charter includes all tackle, bait, refreshments and light snacks. Your catch will be professionally cleaned and properly bagged for transport. There are three local outlets that can process your catch (fillet, vacuum-pack, and freeze).

Availability

Check dates with the Operator
We recommend checking dates with the Captain before booking your trip.

Terms

Trip Includes
Beverages
Bottled water and soft drinks provided, guests are welcome to bring alcoholic beverages
Guiding

Trip does NOT Include
Float plane service
Transportation
Tips
Meals
Laundry
Fishing license
Federal issued licences available online only, 1 day adult licence with salmon stamp is around $13, print and carry licence for charter
Housekeeping
Applicable taxes 10% (GST & Fuel Levy)

Policies
You keep catch
Guests may keep any legal fish that are caught
Catch & release
Guests may choose to release any fish caught and catch & release for species that may be closed for retention as specified by Fisheries management at certain periods

Cancellation

Deposit non-refundable.

Fishing

Species
Chinook Salmon
Coho Salmon
Sockeye Salmon
Chum Salmon
Pink Salmon
Lingcod
Rockfish

Types of Fishing
Offshore fishing
Inshore fishing
Nearshore fishing

Fishing Techniques
Bottom fishing
Deep sea fishing
Light tackle
Jigging
Trolling
Spinning

Gear
Bait
Boat
Downriggers
Fish finder
Fishing Pole
Lure
Rod holders
Rods & Reels
Tackle box
Trolling motor

Boat Specs

Pursuit Offshore 255

Known for one of the highest quality fishing boats, our immaculate Pursuit OS255 is made even better with full captain style chairs, extended coverage added over seating and set up perfectly to optimize your comfort and safety.

Operator

Captain

Laurel Gareau

Operator since 2007
My Dad introduced me to fishing at 5 years old and I've been going hard at it since!!! It's not just something I do, it's who I am. I fish for every species of sport fish available in salt & fresh water utilizing all gear types. I really enjoy introducing my world to my guests and teaching them to have the best success on landing their catch.

Laurel Gareau

Captain
Operator since 2007

How to get there

British Columbia, Canada
Discovery Harbour Marina

Book with 50% deposit

Once the fishing guide confirms your trip, your credit card will be charged with a 50% deposit to guarantee the reservation.

Pay remaining balance to the captain

The remaining balance will be paid directly to the fishing guide on the trip date. The following payment methods are available: