Posted: Thursday, July 30, 2026
Busy weekend expected
BC Day long weekend is the busiest weekend of the year for ferry travel on the coast. Our major routes between the Lower Mainland and Vancouver Island are expected to be at or near capacity for vehicles during peak times.
Be prepared for sailing waits if a booking has not been made in advance of travel. Depending on when you arrive, there may be limited or no space available for drive-up vehicles. Check Current Conditions before leaving for the terminal for the latest sailing and capacity information, and check Service Notices for operational updates.
If your plans are flexible, consider taking transit and travel as a foot passenger. Walk-on bookings are available on our major routes at no additional cost and are recommended to help secure your preferred sailing. BC Day long weekend travel tips can be found here.
DETAILS
Join an experienced guide with a vast knowledge of the region, as you fish the waters of Discovery Passage and the Salish Sea in the Salmon Capital of the World: Campbell River. Beginners and experienced anglers will benefit from a private fishing charter in a covered vessel or Boston Whaler.
Highlights:
- 5-hour private fishing charter with an experienced guide
- Your choice of a covered vessel or Boston Whaler
- Catching fish like chinook salmon, chum salmon, pink salmon, sockeye salmon, lingcod, rockfish or halibut
- All safety and fishing equipment included as well as bags, boxes and icepacks
- Bags, boxes, and ice/icepacks for travel (if you keep your catch)
Availability: Big Animal Encounters' Fishing Charter Tour is available to Experience between May 16, 2026 and October 5, 2026.
Important Note: The price is PER BOAT (not per person) and includes up to 4 guests. When booking, please select 1 for the number of adults.
Activity policies
IMPORANT NOTE: Please check in at the Marine Centre 1 day before your charter tour and ensure that you have completed the following prior to your arrival:
- Purchased a tidal water sport fishing license and present a printed copy with you upon check-in
- Purchased a Salmon Conservation Stamp in advance
Address: #129, 1340 Island Highway, Campbell River, BC V9W 8C9 (Downtown Campbell River Marine Adventure Centre). It is located next to the Riptide Pub in the Discovery Harbour Shopping Centre.
Pick-up at a preferred location will be organized in advance.
Fuel surcharge and conservation fee is included in tour price.
All tours booked through BC Ferries must be reserved at least 7 days in advance.
AVAILABLE IN Campbell River, BC
FROM September 21 - October 5
$1,087.00
+ taxes and fees, per adult