From sockeye and silver salmon to trophy rainbow trout, Explore Kenai offers guided fishing trips for anglers of all experience levels. Our local guides provide a safe, professional, and memorable day on Alaska’s most famous rivers.
Join Explore Kenai owners and guides Dallas and Dustin Voss as they pursue silver salmon and trophy rainbow trout on Alaska’s legendary Kenai River. Featured in The Curious Hunter’s Alaska Tides series, this episode showcases the fishing, scenery, and local knowledge that make the Kenai one of Alaska’s premier fishing destinations.
Silver Salmon & Rainbow Trout Fishing • Kenai River, Alaska
Sockeye Salmon
$250pp / $800 private boat (1-2pp) Our most popular trip. We target sockeye salmon, June through August with 6-hour trips on the Kenai and Kasilof Rivers. The first trip of the day meets at 5:30 a.m., with the second meeting at noon. Each boat can transport up to 5 anglers.
$300pp / $900 private boat (1-2pp) We start targeting silver salmon in mid-August on the Kenai River and fish them through mid-September. All fishing is done from the boat with trips typically starting around 6 a.m., ending at 2 p.m. or limits. We can fish 4 anglers comfortably, or 5 if needed.
$300pp / $900 private boat (1-2pp) Our resident rainbow trout can be targeted on the Kenai River all season long, with the bulk of the fishing done from mid-August to the end of September. Trips are 7-8 hours long and start at 7 a.m. Boats can hold 3-4 anglers, depending on skill level.
$300pp / $900 private boat (1-2pp) Due to regulations on the Kenai River, we only target King Salmon on the Kasilof River in June. This year’s fishery is one (1) hatchery King per person.
Starting at $350pp We book fully-guided saltwater charters out of Homer, Ninilchik, and Seward for anglers looking to target halibut, rockfish, and salmon. We can book 6-pack boats or larger groups.
Starting at $650pp Ask about adding a flyout, bear-viewing experience to your package. We work with one of the best floatplane charters on the Kenai Peninsula.
Personalized Trips Receive a customized, fishing trip that meets your needs. We can get you out on the world-famous Kenai River, the scenic Kasilof River or send you out for some deep-sea action. Add lodging to your trip to save.
Kenai Local Expertise Speak directly with a life-long local of the Kenai Peninsula. Get questions answered; regarding travel dates, lodging, activities, etc., all at no cost to you.
Families & BeginnersWelcomed Explore Kenai has family-friendly trips that are perfect for beginners. Our patient guides make it easy and fun to learn, helping anglers of all ages build confidence and create lasting memories on the water.
