So I booked this trip through Fishbooker.com and went pretty seamlessly easy. My family and I have…read morebeen fishing with charter companies for years and know the game. The Captain Mike was friendly and the young deck hand Talon was very helpful and did his job well. We paid extra to go to the Icey Straights where the big fish were supposed to be and only raised 1 fish of decent size. My family likes to put fish in the freezer for the year. I understand fishing is fishing but I expressed my intent to take fish home and not just here to vacay fish and seemed to be put on a chicken ranch. So we tossed probably 4 or 5 small halibut back due to small size and the Captain says thats it we are done halibut fishing and going Salmon fishing. I didn't like being rushed off the Halibut fishing but ok let's go get some Salmon. This was a mess the rods and trolling gear wasn't set up right. Our trolling speeds were not at the right pace and we were using gear that was supposed to be rigged with bait but wasn't. We only landed one Salmon but it was to small. Now frankly the Captain was a nice guy but I got the impression that he didn't really give two shits about putting us on quality fish and was only interested in our money. So we get back to the dock and the deck hand is told to only gut and dehead our fish because we were going to take it to the processor for packing and freezing stating they like it better this way. Ok sure but whatever lets get it there. We get to the processor snd they are closed! They closed at 5 and we weren't told that they closed at 5 we were under the assumption due to info on the processors website that they closed at 7! I feel like that is something the Captain of the boat could have mentioned or at least should have known. So if you plan to go out with these guys do not spend the extra money going to the Icey Straights and don't expect the Captain to care about putting you on quality fish. I would suggest finding another boat from a local guy who wants to put you on quality fishing.

Took a charter with Hitime in 2010 and the trip was very professional and the fishing was great…read more Took a second charter in 2012 and the trip was for the fish was great but the booking part not so good. We were supposed to go out with Captain Toni but when we arrived to fish, however late in the morning we never saw her or her boat in the dock. We never got a call from her and so we called her on arrival only to find she (Toni) the Captain, had sent her boat out fishing with Nani her helper and other Captain, Ben Olson. Long story short, we were left wondering and waiting for Ben, but he did a great job in salvaging what was about to be a terrible day. For the fishing i give Ben props and Nani did a great job, but the actual booking, timing and arrangement made by Toni was not what we were told. One thing on the phone, another when we got there. She assured me she would take us out on our charter upon booking, then when we arrived (she) was not taking us out. She told me we forgot to fill out a reservation form after taking a $700.00 deposit from us in May 2012 for a charter agreement in July 2012. Call her before you fish with her, even if you gave her a deposit..and don't forget your reservation form as well or you could end up being told you forgot it even if you gave her a 50% deposit....so much for guarantees of charters with deposits!!

Booked the "Fins & Grins" excursion through Princess Cruise. The vessel We were on is called the…read moreEagle Scout skippered by Captain Luke and his Mate Deb who were absolutely amazing. Put us on the fish and absolutely wrecked the halibut and cod. Deb ran the back of the boat like it was her life's mission to ensure we all caught fish. The skipper put us on the fish and was a wealth of knowledge about the area, the regulations and was a damn good skipper. His communication skills with his guests was excellent and the communication between he and Deb should be TED Talk. We saw whales like we were on a whale watching boat, (they breached), sea lions and eagles. Really an excellent trip and we look forward to eating our catch when we get home. Honestly, even if we were unsuccessful with catching any fish, (it's called fishing, not catching), they still would have gotten an excellent review. This team was amazing.

Hey Yelpers!!! Wanted to post about my experience with Juneau Sportfishing. Booked the excursion…read morethrough my cruise ship (NCL). I had a great experience with this company. Captain Matt and deckhand Billy did an awesome job all around. Captain Billy was knowledgeable of the spots to look for fish and Billy was very fast at getting the lines in the water and helping us when we did hook up. When we were wrapping up, Billy prepped the fish we caught. If you are staying locally, you can just take them with you. I've f you are on a ship, like me, they have a company that will process and ship your fish home for you. It's not cheap, especially if you catch a lot of fish. You also have the option of releasing the fish you catch. That's up to you. The bus ride to and from the port was very nice. They still provide you with a snack bag of crackers, some different spreads (one was smoked salmon, another a soft cheese), and some sliced sausage. It was very nice. It was overall a great experience and I would definitely go out with Captain Matt again. I will end with this... My review is not based on how we did. It's fishing, and you gotta know going in that you might not catch anything. A guide should help your chances, but nothing is for certain. Go for the experience. Enjoy the beauty of Alaska and the wildlife that is around you. This is a good way to do it. Check them out! By the way, my group of 5 people did well...

Highly recommend going with Captain Larry. We went on the Odysea (purple boat) and the waters were…read morequite calm. We saw about 5 humpback whales and stayed out there for about 2 hours. You will need to book with their via their website since they don't work directly with any of the cruise ships -- but their office is very close to the pier where the cruise ships dock at.

If you are on a cruise and want to go whale watching, this is the place to go. We had an awesome…read moreday out with Captain Larry and his crew. They were very knowledgeable and passionate about whales. We saw a family of Killer Whales and a couple of Humpbacks. There were 13 people on our boat. When we looked at the RC boats, they had what looked like 100 people on each boat! Great experience. Thank you for making our trip to Juneau memorable! TAILS UP!

Our wedding was absolutely perfect thanks to Alaska Weddings On Ice!!! We scheduled our wedding at…read morethe Taku Lodge accessible by float plane. Tom met us at the cruise dock and from that moment our wedding day exceeded all expectations.

My husband and I were lucky enough to be married five years ago on the beach of Makapu'u on the…read moreisland of Oahu. When we planned our first Alaskan cruise departing this summer I thought what a great opportunity to surprise my guy with a vow renewal. Time went by and snuck up on me and we had one month to go and I had planned nothing. That's when I did a google search and found Alaska Weddings On Ice. From my first inquiry Tom was there for me. He was enthusiastic throughout the process and helped me to pick the Father of the Bride 2 package for our day which allowed four of us to enjoy the package. Our friends were thrilled they could join us. This package included greeting at the pier of the cruise ship by Tom with a bag of pamphlets, two champagne flutes that said "married in Alaska" and a bottle of glacier water. We then boarded our car where our incredible driver gave us a tour of the capital of Alaska. We stopped for photos along the way and our favorite stops included glimpses of the glacier. We were then taken to the airport where we completed a safety briefing and were fitted with spiked covers for our shoes. Boarding the helicopter was super exciting. The vistas as you approach the glacier are just stunning. The landing was smooth as silk. At first you think, where are we landing? The ceremony provided by Tom was thoughtful and touching. He made it a point to ask questions in a survey that helped him to draft a personal experience. We had lovely matching red rose boutonnières that made for lovely photos on the ice landscape. Tom had placed our champagne right in the ice for chilling which made for an awesome photo. We were even allowed to taste the pure glacial water and eat an ice chip. Overall this process was smooth and 100% enjoyable. Tom made an effort to get to know me beforehand so meeting him in person was like meeting an old friend. I would Highly Recommend this experience as it will provide memories that last a lifetime!

While visiting Juneau & here was another rainy day we decided to come check these guys out, they…read morehave different time slots that u can choose from they seem to run for 2 hours. $8 for adults not bad, once we paid got to the lockers & headed inside. Pretty decent size pools inside they seem to have a little bit of everything for everyone, nice big lap pool , you have the slide , hot tub & sauna - very hot in there .. along with a kiddie playground area. This was a good way to kill off some time during another rainy day while visiting.

Great place to be on a cold and rainy day in Juneau! $8 for a visitor day pass is pretty…read morereasonable. They have lap pool, large kiddie pool with playground features, hot tub and dry sauna. I usually go for the dry sauna which is set to a respectable temp. I forgot my towel my last visit and they were kind enough to hand me a loaner. They dont seem to always have soap in the showers so bring your own.

We just had the trip of a lifetime using this company! They've taken a yacht and divided it into 4…read morestaterooms, plus rooms for captain. They have more bathroom than bedrooms! With their wealth of experience, we traveled from Juneau to Sitka, Alaska filled with one of a kind experiences. We were taken to areas filled with lots of sea lions and puffins, a different area with mountain goats and their babies, and hiking areas. Probably the most spectacular was watching whales! Orca whales breeching out of the water. One whale got his entire body out of the water three times! Another day we were among humpback whales hunting together by bubble net feeding. The whales work together in a closing circle blowing bubbles forcing schools of fish together before the whales then swim up through the fish catching them in their mouths. To see groups of over a dozen doing this is fantastic! On a par with those two was coming up close to a glacier watching for calving while being served hot chocolate spiked with peppermint schnapps. While at that spot, we pulled in with nets very small pieces of floating glacier that was chipped up into smaller pieces to put in our drinks!! Lots of otters and bald eagles everyday. On a few days we got tandem kayaks out which was so relaxing especially in the glorious surrounding such as when we got close to some waterfalls. Everyday we saw lots of cute sea otters and bald eagles. One day we fished off the boat and on two days we put out crab pots, caught dungeness crab and had them for two sumptuous meals. Speaking of meals, all of them we magnificent! The chef, Debbie, seemed to be in the kitchen most of the day preparing these masterpieces. Fresh flowers were abundant on board, as well as snack baskets filled with different chocolate, candy, chips and snacks. Everyday was a new thrill. This was an unforgettable experience!

This was our first time visiting The Alaskan Hotel & Bar, and it was a memorable experience. Known…read morefor their unique "crab fart," we decided to give it a try--it was definitely interesting but pleasantly tasty. The venue itself is rich with history, which adds a lot of character to the place. The bartenders were all friendly and welcoming, making us feel right at home. If you're in Juneau, I'd recommend stopping in for a drink and soaking up the historical atmosphere. I'm looking forward to coming back on our next visit!

While the hotel's location is excellent - right in the heart of Juneau's tourist area -…read moreunfortunately, that was the only positive aspect of our stay. The convenience of the location simply does not outweigh the poor hospitality and lack of customer care we experienced. I normally enjoy supporting small independent businesses like this one, but this stay has made me seriously rethink where I choose to spend my money going forward. Having stayed in both luxury hotels and unique properties with character, I know that basic professionalism and genuine guest care should be standard regardless of price or style. Disliked · Upon our arrival to this property we made our way to our room only to discover it was not the Family Loft with two queen beds we had specifically booked. Instead, we were given a room with one queen bed and a pull-out couch. When I returned to the front desk, I was told the booked room was occupied by a long-term tenant and unavailable. While I understand availability issues can arise, the hotel had been in direct contact with me through the booking platform's messaging system prior to our arrival and never mentioned this problem. It appeared they chose not to inform us, likely to prevent us from canceling. The pull-out couch was in poor condition, making it impossible for our adult family member to get a decent night's sleep. The queen bed was also uncomfortable, with our feet elevated in an awkward position. The window was broken and OPEN at least 2 inches. We did not expect a luxury resort, but we did expect the room type we reserved. Most concerning was the staff's response. Rather than showing empathy or offering solutions, they became defensive, blaming the booking company and stating the room had been unavailable for weeks. Since I booked December 6th, this lack of notification wasted our time and created unnecessary inconvenience. I politely requested compensation for just one night due to the inconvenience, which I believe was more than reasonable. Unfortunately, the hotel made no effort to resolve the situation or make things right despite my several follow-ups. Prospective guests should be aware: while the location may seem convenient, the poor communication, room inaccuracies, and indifferent customer service made this a frustrating experience we would not repeat. To make matters worse, the hotel was crazy loud until 3am due to the bar adjacent to the property, making rest nearly impossible. We will be visiting Juneau several times a year in the coming years with August 2026 being our next stay, sadly we cannot support this small business.

The sunset was amazing... and the fishing was off the…read morehook!!!! We had a wonder time and the crew was so Nice. We will definitely be back next year. Thank you for a great fishing experience. Deanna.