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Shrimp Fishing Charters
Nearshore Fishing in Coal Harbour
North Vancouver Island Fishing
Eco Tour, Dolphin Watching in Elberta
Shrimping/Dolphin Tour
Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Port Hardy
Vancouver Island 2 Day Trip
Gabriola Island Sportfishing
Inshore, Nearshore Fishing in Ucluelet
Bottom Fishing
4 Hour Inshore Fishing
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Everything to Know About Booking a shrimp fishing charter
What are the best shrimp fishing charters?
The best shrimp fishing charters are:
- Sea Breeze Charters guided by Michael Y.
- R&R Outdoor Adventures guided by Russell R.
- 2 Mile charters guided by Allen M.
- Salty Dawg Fishing Charters guided by Harvey W.
- Nanny's Revenge Fishing Charter guided by Shane G.
Why should I book a shrimp fishing charter with Captain Experiences?
Our Damn Good Guides currently offer 17 shrimp trips, and the most popular trips are 4 Hour Family/Kids Fishing Trip guided by Jason, 3-6 Hr – Inshore Trip guided by Michael, and Multi-Day Fishing Adventure guided by Albert.
Our guides are rated a 5 out of 5 based on 8853 verified reviews on Captain Experiences.
All guides on Captain Experiences are vetted by our team. You can access their reviews, click through trip photos, read bios to get to know them, and preview trip details like species, techniques, group sizes, boat specs and more.
Looking for kid friendly shrimp guides / fishing lessons? Check out our beginner and family friendly shrimp guides.
What types of shrimp fishing charters are common?
Inshore fishing is the most popular type of fishing for shrimp as well as nearshore fishing, river fishing, and flats fishing.
The most common fishing techniques are trolling, bottom fishing, and jigging but live bait fishing and cut bait fishing are popular as well.
How much do shrimp fishing charters cost?
Prices for shrimp can range anywhere from about $480 to $1,900, but the average price for a half day trip for shrimp is $852. The average price for a full day trip for shrimp is $1,513.
Is booking a fishing guide worth the money?
Hiring a guide provides a number of benefits and many choose to book a fishing guide for a combination of experience, local knowledge, convenience, and cost-effectiveness.
Working with experienced fishing guides who know the best local spots and techniques can dramatically increase your odds of a great day. Having someone who is on the water every day and knows the area like the back of their hand is going to give you the best chances of success.
Booking a guide is also more cost effective, especially if you only get out a handful of times per year. When you consider all of the costs you would incur on your own such as the price of a boat, maintenance, insurance, gas, high-quality gear and tackle, repairs, and more, you’ll find that DIY is sometimes not worth the expense.
Even if you’ve got a great setup already in your home waters, booking a guide also provides a great opportunity to experience new techniques, new locations, or even a chance at a new target species to knock off the bucket list.
What month is best for shrimp fishing?
The most popular season for shrimp fishing is summer, and most anglers book their trips 44 days in advance.
Do I need a fishing license for shrimp and what are the bag limits for shrimp?
See here for more information on shrimp fishing licenses, shrimp bag limits, and fishing season regulations for shrimp. When in doubt, your guide will always know all the relevant shrimp rules and regulations.
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