FAQ

Yes, you will need to purchase a ADFG fishing license and a King stamp if you are on a King fishing trip. Halibut stamps are automatically purchased at time of your booking for any trip that provides Halibut fishing.

Link: https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/index.cfm?adfg=sportlicense.main

All Puffin Fishing Charters trips depart from the Seward Small Boat Harbor. We ask you to meet us at the Alaska Seafood Grill between 5:30am to 5:45am. The Grill will open at 5am and have coffee, quick breakfast options. Our crew will meet you there and walk you down to the boats. We will leave the dock promptly at 6am, returning between 4:30 and 6pm.

Seward is about a 2.5-hour drive south of Anchorage along the Seward Highway—one of the most scenic drives in Alaska. The journey along Turnagain Arm is part of the adventure.

Yes. Puffin Charters offers safe, family-friendly fishing trips suitable for beginners, kids, and experienced anglers alike. Our crew enjoys helping first-time anglers learn and succeed

No experience is required. Our captains and deckhands provide instruction, coaching, and hands-on help throughout the day.

Yes. Guests may keep legal limits of fish according to Alaska regulations. Local fish processing services are available in Seward.

In Area 3A, halibut retention is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays unless fishing under the GAF (Guided Angler Fish) program. On those days, we offer productive alternatives such as king salmon, rockfish, Pacific cod, and limited GAF halibut trips.

GAF allows guests to retain one halibut on normally closed days by using transferred commercial quota. These trips are limited and run on Tuesdays and Wednesdays.

Absolutely. All vessels are U.S. Coast Guard–inspected and equipped with required safety gear, life rafts, heated cabins, and experienced professional crews.

Capacity varies by vessel, ranging from 10 to 16 passengers depending on the boat and trip type.

Dress for changing Alaska weather:

• Waterproof jacket & pants
• Warm layers
• Hat & gloves
• Non-slip boots or deck shoes

• Lunch, snacks, and drinks
• Sunglasses & sunscreen
• Motion sickness medication (taken before boarding)
• Camera or phone

We provide rods, reels, bait, tackle, safety gear, and fish storage.

Our crew handles fish carefully onboard. Local processors in Seward can fillet, vacuum-seal, freeze, and ship your catch. We recommend J Dock and will transport your fish to the top of the dock.

Yes. Fish processors can arrange shipping so your catch arrives home frozen and ready to enjoy.

Fishing runs from spring through late summer. Spring is great for king salmon and halibut, while late June through August offers excellent silver salmon and multi-species opportunities.

We recommend booking as early as possible, especially for peak summer dates and overnight trips.

Please review our full cancellation policy or contact us directly for details.

Yes. Weather, travel delays, and early departures make arriving the night before strongly recommended.

Safety comes first. If weather conditions are unsafe, we may adjust fishing areas, delay, or cancel trips. Our captains balance fishing opportunity, comfort, and safety every day.

Feel free to contact Puffin Fishing Charters—we’re happy to help you plan the perfect Alaska fishing adventure.