What Customers Are Saying
- harrison b.Had an absolutely amazing time with me and two friends Orest the captain is a a unbelievable man and fisherman. All of us caught fish and crab which he showed... read more us how to cut and prepare & we had for dinner that night.. I couldn’t recommend him enough. there isn’t anything worse than being stuck on the boat fishing with a bad captain and this is as far from that experience as you will get. If you thinking about it going fishing or not: Do it If another boats price is slightly lower it doesn’t matter, I would pay extra to have the experience we shared and that starts with the captain, Orest. Thank you, Harrison
Kim R.We had the most amazing fun filled fishing day on Alberni Charters. Our captain Orest was so accommodating and professional. He really knows his stuff! 😉😎🍺Lisa B.We went out with Orest and he is a fantastic guy! Very kind, relaxed and open man with a lot of knowledge about fishing, techniques and he knows the best... read more spots for certain fish. We caught eleven fish: stonefish, a 60cm, 3,5kg cod and a salmon! Overall a great tour and a great man and me and my family would definitely do it again.Steven K.Where to start. Thank you for a great day on the water. I didnt expect to go out and catch anything just because of the season but orest was prepared... read more dropped prawn traps for us we got a fish and some crab and he made us some great crab cakes. Sometimes you cant have expectations because thats fishing. When you go and catch something makes it all that much better. Very professional and more like your going out with a friend then a guide or charter. Highly recommend booking with him if you want a fun experience. Listen to the few small steps and he will take care of the rest. Thanks hope I get a chance to book again in the future. - Jerome O.We used Alberni Charters for our fishing trip this year and we certainly weren't disappointed! The fishing was slower as we couldn't make it out until the beginning of September,... read more but nevertheless, Orest still got us on the fish. The overall experience was great, and I'm not just talking about the fishing. Fresh coffee on board when we arrived, excellent snacks throughout the day, and even a spot for Grandma to nap had she felt the need. It's the little things like that, that made the trip great. Very large and comfortable boat as well. We would highly recommend using Orest and Alberni Charters for your next fishing adventure! - the O'Sullivan family from Alberta.Tim J.Me and a bunch of friends went out for a 24hr fishing charter. The captain was really helpful and knowledgable. We were lucky to catch a bunch of fish,... read more crab. Also he took us out and we saw dolphin, sea lions and a couple bald eagles. All and all the experience was great and plan on doing it again.Jessica F.Orest and the Alberni Charters team planned and hosted a wonderful fishing excursion for my client. I would highly recommend them if you’re looking for guided fishing charters in Port... read more Alberni.Haunnah S.Incredible! A perfect family vacation full of adventure and fishing. Orest is a special, one of kind guide full of heart and love for Barkley Sound. This was one of... read more the best summer vacation we’ve ever done. Accommodations and meals were perfect. We want to come back and we highly recommend it to others!!
- Just C.Hey my name's Jared Durelle and I can attest that a fishing charter with Orest is one of the best investments you can make. Not only does the man know... read more and love what he does he's kind to greenhorns and one heck of a cook. Spending time fishing with my two brothers after seven years apart on the well kept and clean boat of his 'The Oracle' was awesome. Prawns, crabs and salmon with snacks and guitars provided it was a getaway I'll never forget and always cherish. 10/10 Tres Bien, c'est une grande adventure!!!Leanna R.I would highly recommend Alberni Charters! Orest really put in the extra effort to make sure we caught some fish. He was very patient with us as we are just... read more learning to fish and that was very appreciated. It was really neat to be able to cook our fish on board and also cook up some crab that was caught earlier in the day! The boat is very comfortable and offers lots of space.Sheryl A.Just got back from Port Alberni. We did two days fishing with Orest, the owner of the Oracle boat. He brought us to where he knew we will catch salmon... read more and we did- 6 big ones! We caught rockfish as well! The beautiful surrounds of Barkley Sound is just wonderful to see. You can sleep overnight inside the boat which is awesome! It was an amazing experience! I recommend it to everyone.Andrew S.One day I'll never forget. Wonderful service, great boat, beautiful location.Orest and Mike hosted a incredible day for the family. Cooked one of the fish for lunch for the best... read more fish tacos I've ever had. Would highly recommend.
- julia b.Had a great time with Orest on Alberni Charters. It was my first time going on an over night charter and I had such a great time. Not only does... read more Orest know how to show you how to catch fish but he also knows a lot about the wildlife and scenery within the area. All around solid time. Thanks Orest!Elicia M.Orest went above and beyond for our larger group of ten!!! AMAZING hospitality from this sweet man who had fresh coffee brewing upon boarding, cooked us up some fresh snacks,... read more and not only cleaned up our catches but showed us how to properly!! Knowledgeable and went out of his way to source out some local oysters to add to our BOUNTIFUL harvest of sockeye salmon, prawns, and even a rouge octopus (who we sent back to his home) but what a cool experience! He’s got everything you need on his spacious boat for a full day on the ocean! So happy my first ocean fishing experience was guided by this gem of a gentleman!! 10/10 would recommend! THANK YOU OREST!!!!Cindy F.We had a great trip with Captain Orrest! Even though I didn’t fish it was a lot of fun. Good stories & music . His boat has everything you would... read more need!Samantha D.Fabulous trip for both adults and kids in Barkley Sound fishing, crabbing and exploring. Orest is incredibly competent, helpful, and easygoing and a pleasure to share meals and stories... read more with. We had an amazing time, totally customized to what we were looking for on our journey.
- Sandra A.WOW!! What an incredible experience for my family. It was a wet and cold day but you wouldn’t know it because there was plenty of shelter and a... read more heater! The electric motor was a real treat and we got to experience nature as it should be! Within minutes of putting the lines in we had three rods with fish on! Orest was extremely knowledgeable about the area, the best fishing spots and was so patient with our learning fisherman. We can’t wait to go out again! Orest, we still have huge smiles on our faces and our bellies are so happy to have all the amazing salmon we caught with your expertise.Kelsey H.Wonderful family half day out fishing with Orest and Tyler. Well equipped and safe. Returned with a chestful of salmon and everyone having landed something. Seeing Orcas and bald eagles... read more a free bonus! Highly recommend for anglers at every level.Wade B.Had a fantastic Canada day long weekend fishing trip with my 3 sons and buddy Dave, and with our excellent guide Orest! Thanks Orest for a memorable experience, I... read more especially enjoyed reeling in the big Ling cods! The Oracle was awesome and welcoming to get inside for hot coffee and a warm sleep every night... I definitely recommend Orest with Alberni charters for a trip of a lifetime!Bob N.An amazing adventure with Orest and his deck hand Tyler at the end of June 2025! We were picked up in Bamfield and set out for a couple hours... read more of fishing before spending the evening and night on the boat followed by more fishing the next day. Well equipped to handle our group of three. Rock fish tacos for dinner and spot prawns with scrambled eggs for breakfast made for fantastic meals. We did land several catch & release, under-sized chinook salmon, but unfortunately the big ones eluded us. We took a few crabs home with us for another wonderful meal the following day. This is just what my wife, daughter and I needed. Thank you Orest!
- Andrew E.Myself and a co-worker went out with Alberni Charters for a day trip from Port Alberni. Our captain Orest worked tirelessly to get us in to some beautiful fish!... read more The boat was great with a large cabin with full galley and head on board, we were very comfortable, the wind and waves didn’t seem to phase this boat. the boat also has a one of a kind electric trolling motor that is dead quiet that makes for an incredibly peaceful fishing experience. We were even served a pancake breakfast from the captain while cruising between fishing spots. Thanks again Orest for the great day on the water, I look forward to getting out with you next time!LynneJoan A.We just spent the best 8 hours of our month long trip on Vancouver Island on an Alberni Fishing Charter boat. Captain Orest is a knowledgeable and gracious host who... read more went above and beyond to make this excursion special. We fished for rockfish, salmon and threw traps in to catch crabs and prawns. From the delicious crab cakes for brunch and the barbecued prawns for an afternoon snack, this day was a memorable one for us. If you’re wanting a relaxing and fun day on the water with a fishing expert who makes everything look so easy, we would highly recommend spending it with Orest from Alberni Charters. Lynne and Joan Thunder Bay, OntarioAlvito F.Best overnight fishing trip! The sky was so clear you could see all the stars. We even saw dolphins, sea lions, blad eagles on top of the crab and fish... read more we caught. Captain Orest was a blast, he had a ton of patience for this rookie fisherman and he makes the best fish tacos ever! Would book another charter with Orest in a heart beat 🙂Toni B.Mel and I chose this company for a second time for our fishing charter. We feel that the owner and captain, Orest, was most accommodating and went above... read more and beyond to make our trip comfortable and fun.We especially liked that he allowed us to participate with him in some of the duties on the boat. See you next time, Orest.
- Rob E.Our wonderful fishing trip with Alberni Chatters took us to the bounties of Barklay Sound: salmon trolling, cod jigging, crab trapping and oyster gathering. Much of our catch was prepared... read more into delicious meals by out multi-talented skipper, Orest. Overnighting was exceptionally comfortable in the heated cabin while anchored in two natural bays on subsequent nights. Got some great photos of Eagles too.Trevor M.An absolute gem and unforgettable experience! I had my Bachelor trip here with 8 friends. Orest and Tyler were welcoming, friendly, and absolute pros the whole trip! We'll never forget... read more our trip with Alberni Charters! You get more comfort and space than other Charters, with options to barbecue and sit on the boat. Would definitely come back and recommend to anyone looking to fish! Thank you Orest and Tyler!Mike E.I was skeptical at first not going to lie, only because I've been deep sea fishing in Mexico and it put a bitter taste in my mouth about chartered fishing... read more trips... but this trip with Orest put Mexico to shame and turned me into a very humble guy when it comes to fishing... Orest, i cant thank him enough for the trip he gave us... if your wanting fish... this is your guy.. over the course of 2 days i was listening to his radio of other fishing boats in the area talking about the fish being slow and not biting... but Orest knew where to go... and coached us the entire day... we were able to catch our fill (x3)… i think we reeled in about 60 fish... and let them go, we had enough time to even fish for rock fish, halibut and even do some crabbing... let me tell you... Orest your fish tacos were wicked... He has multiple pick up spots for convenience and will work with you on where you would like to be picked up to go fishing, if you want to be picked up in Alberni, you can... but id strongly recommend you don't only for the simple fact that it'd take about 3 hours out of your fishing trip just to be picked up and make it out to his fishing hole... id say you either Take the rugged road to Poett Nook Marina, or fly into Bamfield and be put on fish with in mins. he always has the coffee on, and is great for conversation... he takes pictures the entire time... and lets you enjoy the fishing... he even took a drone video... of me and my son reeling in a fish... and unfortunately not landing him in the net... 🙂 He teaches you how to set your own hooks, and what depth to fish at... There is nothing bad i can say about him or his boat... he went the extra mile... and was the kind of guy you could call family, almost like an uncle that you love hanging out with. we will be back for many years to come just to fish with him. Also something i want to mention is to bring your fish back to Port Alberni if you can... and look up "Double R Meats" super awesome guy there who will freezer pack your fish for yah... way cheaper than any where else in town. and he has it done with in 24 hours... located on 3030 3rd AveKyle B.2 day trip with the guys on the Oracle vessel with Alberni Charters, Orest was a great host and guide. We caught out limit in Salmon and had a blast... read more doing it. we had Double and Triple header catches! docked in San Mateo bay for the night and caught some fresh crabs for dinner. recommend this trip to anyone!
- Chad G.My wife and I had such a fabulous trip with Orest. The scenery was beautiful and the fishing was awesome. Orest was such a friendly and knowledgeable guide. We would... read more definitely go again.Glen H.We had an excellent day on the water with Orest and the Oracle!! The boat was a perfect fit for our four person group. It was comfortable and clean... read more with a full bathroom on board. The hybrid electric motor system was so quiet and we didn’t have to deal with diesel fumes or noise. Jacob was the young crewman on board and had us all laughing with his antics and jokes. His efficiency at getting the gear set quickly, netting the fish, and cleaning our catch was greatly appreciated. He definitely made the trip for us!! The fishing exceeded our expectations and the weather was incredible. Orest found the fish quickly and set the pace for a great morning of fishing. The combination of a great boat, a great crew, and great fishing made Alberni Charters a great choice for us! Thank you Orest and Jacob!! It was a lot of laughs and a lot of fun!!!ShirleeAmazing day today!! Orest was great in making sure we had the best possible experience for 4 middle aged women with no fishing experience on the trip of our... read more lives. We had crab cakes for lunch, then caught and ate prawns and copper rock fish for dinner. Loved it!Scott J.Orest was able to accommodate a last minute scramble to go for Sockeye. Supplied a deck hand & some good humour. The Oracle is a very comfortable ship with room... read more to spread out & his customized electric trolling motor is phenomenal! Already talking about booking a few days next year! Highly recommended! See you again, Orest!
- Sandy I.I would like to say, that I have been extremely blessed to have had not one, but four incredible experiences with Captain Orest on his amazing boat, the Oracle. Each time... read more has left me with so many wonderful memories, ones I will never forget. From seeing the beautiful scenery and how the water would light up at night with it's effervescence. I must say I have never experienced anything like it. On all four occasions, I must say that Orest certainly went out of his way to make our trip an awesome adventure. From the crabbing, salmon fishing, oyster hunting and jigging (which is my favorite) and the late night barbecues on the dock of all the catches of the day. Thankyou Orest for so many wonderful memories I will truly never forget. SandyToni B.We spent the day today with our host Orest on a fishing charter out of Port Alberni. Orest was friendly and accommodating and throughout the day, we were instructed in... read more all aspects of the process. It was a beautiful day as we set and pulled crab traps. We also cruised the coastline of the inlet on his boat which was organized and well-maintained. We will recommend this charter company to all our friends.Vera P.We had awesome day with our little family fishing trip with Orest! He is so knowledgeable, attentive, and makes everyone feel comfortable and at ease. I learned a lot!... read more Truly an experience I would repeat in a heartbeat. Thank you so much Orest!Brian N.Just finished a 1.5 day charter with Orest, from Port Alberni to Barkley Sound, onboard the oracle with my 9 year old son. We had a great time,... read more enjoying the scenic cruise along Alberni inlet, and had great fun catching fish, prawns and crabs from the boat. Fresh fish tacos were an excellent final meal. Orest took great strides to make the trip as fun and memorable for my son and I as possible. The boat was well equipped, clean, and very comfortable for an overnight stay in this beautiful part of the world. Will definitely return!
- Paul P.Booked the 3 day 2 night trip for my wife’s birthday. This was our first time staying over night on a fishing boat and certainly won’t be our last! Thank... read more you Orest for an amazing experience and looking forward to seeing you again soon!Jody N.The weather was perfect, the scenery beautiful and the vessel comfortable and clean. Captain Orest was patient and helpful and was up at first light making us delicious seafood tarts.... read more We went for an overnight stay, including an evening of trying jiggling and crabbing and salmon fishing the next day. The boat is larger and slower than most other fishing boats you see out there but what it lacks in speed it makes up for in space and comfort. My husband has a bad back and there was no bouncing along - he was very confortable, and the kids were able to go below for a nap or a game. The top deck provides a great place to watch the fishing without being in the way and the views were breathtaking. Captain Orest was great with our 3 kids (13,12,10), playing dominos with them all the way back and even put a pie in the oven. We had dreams of limiting out and filling our freezer with the oceans bounty but alas were sad to leave with only one salmon. I often see reviews and pictures of all the fish people catch, but I recommend if you are taking your kids you wrap your head around the idea that they (or yo!) might not catch anything. Nonetheless, we all thought the experience was a memorable adventure and we are happy we went overnight and picked Alberni Charters and would recommend you give Alberni Charters a try.Ryan F.We had an amazing day with Albernie Charters! Orest was very helpful with customizing a day trip for our group of 11. The boat was set up perfectly. I will... read more definately book again.Jorge W.I don't typically write reviews but had to after this great trip. Thank you Orest for a great experience and making this boys weekend one we wont forget. ... read more From the amazing fishing spots, great company and the delicious food I cannot wait to book our next trip with Alberni Charters! We will definitely be back and look forward to catching some big salmon!
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Year Round All-Inclusive Fishing Packages for the ultimate Vancouver Island Fishing Charter experience. Multi-day Overnight Charters in Barkley Sound, 8 hour Charters for Salmon and Halibut, 5 Hour Sockeye Charters and exclusive Winter Fishing Charters. Cutting edge technology, green energy and 5 star hospitality… from Port Alberni to Bamfield.
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Welcome to Alberni Charters, one of Vancouver Island’s finest private charter companies. Cruise Barkley Sound in comfort aboard our 34 foot CHB Trawler. We have equipped our boat (the Oracle) with a Hybrid electric trolling engine giving you a quiet, clean and efficient trip.
With two comfortable state rooms, our overnight guests enjoy private accommodation on our multi-day overnight trips. The spacious fishing deck, flybridge, front deck, full galley facilities (including stove and barbecue), and washroom with hot showers, make our boat, the Oracle, the perfect floating fishing lodge for these unique Vancouver Island Fishing Charters. Although our home port is Port Alberni, during fishing/cruising season we operate out of Bamfield , Poett Nook and Ucluelet.
Fishing, crabbing, prawning, whale watching, and sightseeing, complete with on-board accommodations. You can have it all with this unique getaway!