Planning Your Trip
When to Visit
Finding the Right Charter
Finding the Right Charter
Picking the perfect time to visit Alaska will depend on multiple factors - what types of fishing you are wanting, what species to target, weather and much more.
Finding the Right Charter
Finding the Right Charter
Finding the Right Charter
After just a quick discussion, we can help match you with the right charter or guide - looking at boat types, experience level, accessibility (in or out of the boat fishing), difficulty level.
Lodging
Finding the Right Charter
Lodging
We work with multiple lodges and bed & breakfasts and can assist you in choosing the right accommodations. We can give you recommendations for chain hotels as well.
Non-Fishing Activities
Non-Fishing Activities
Non-Fishing Activities
We realize that it's possible not everyone in your travel party are coming to Alaska to fish. Luckily, there are plenty of other activities and sights to take in on the Kenai Peninsula. Just ask and we can help with that as well.
Getting Around
Non-Fishing Activities
Non-Fishing Activities
Many visitors to our great State underestimate the distances between fishing locations - we are here to assist you with information regarding getting to and from the airports, rental cars and best routes.
Our Rates
Non-Fishing Activities
Our Rates
Our service fees come directly from the charters and lodging - so clients won't see a increase. Clients will pay the same working with us as they would booking directly with the companies. See direct Explore Kenai prices below.
Explore Kenai Rates
Fishing Prices with Explore Kenai
In addition to being sub-contracted out to other outfitters, Explore Kenai operates its own fishing trips. Below are standard prices when fishing with Explore Kenai. See fine print for details.
King & Silver Salmon Charters
Kenai River (All Season)
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $275 per person*
Half-day trips (4 hours): $225 per person*
Kasilof River - May & June
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $225 per person*
Kasilof River - July
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $275 per person*
Sockeye Salmon Charters
Kenai River & Kasilof River (All Season)
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $225 per person*
Half-day trips (4 hours): $175 per person*
Trout Charters
Kenai River (All Season)
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $275 per person*
Half-day trips (4 hours) $225 per person*
Combo Charters
Kings & Sockeye / Salmon & Trout
Full-day trips (7-8 hours): $300 per person*
Half-day trips (4 hours) $250 per person*
A 50% deposit is required at booking, unless purchased within 14 days – then full-trip price is due at booking. *Plus 3% sales tax. An additional 3.5% fee will be added to the balance when paying with a credit card. Other payment options: Check, Venmo (@explorekenai), Cash App ($explorekenai), Wells Fargo Zelle, PayPal (3.6% fee). Remaining payment to Explore Kenai due prior to trip, or cash on day of to the guide (if pre-arranged). Full refund of the deposit will be given for cancellations outside of 60 days prior to the trip. Cancellations occurring inside of 60 days before arrival will forfeit the full amount, unless the vacancies are filled. No refunds for non-appearances, early departures or missed trips. We recommend the purchase of travel insurance.