Do I need a fishing license?

Yes — anglers must carry an Alaska fishing license; a King Salmon stamp is required when scheduled for King salmon trips.

What is the minimum age?

The trip lists a minimum age of 18 for charter anglers and for purchasing halibut stamps as required.

What is included with the trip?

Tackle, bait, fishing instruction, fish filleting, bottled water and coffee are included; lunch, fish processing and trip insurance are not.

How many people per boat?

Group size is up to 6 people per charter.

How do I purchase the 2026 halibut stamp?

For 2026, an electronic halibut stamp ($20) will be available the morning of the charter from Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service and must be paid in cash.

Half-Day King Salmon Fishing in Homer: Trolling with Downriggers for Chinook & Halibut

Q: Where is the meeting point?

The meeting point is Slip G32 Homer Harbor.

Adventure Brief

Spend five hours fishing Cook Inlet from Slip G32 at Homer Harbor with experienced guides who teach trolling and downrigger techniques. Target 15–60 lb Chinook in their peak runs and learn local knowledge that turns effort into consistent bites.

5 Hours

moderate

From $1,707.75

On the edge of the Kenai Peninsula in Homer, Alaska, a half-day King Salmon charter launches from Slip G32, Homer Harbor with Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service. This five-hour trip focuses on trolling with downriggers across Cook Inlet and nearby prime runs, giving anglers a shot at Chinook (King) Salmon that commonly weigh 15–60 pounds. The captain covers the water column with measured downrigger depths and a spread of baits to find hungry fish feeding on herring, capelin, needlefish, small cod and clam worms. Trolling is an efficient way to cover water, and the guide’s decades of local experience translate into steady instruction in rig setup, rod handling and how to read the sea for signs of fresh feed.

Timing matters: early May through July delivers peak King action, with two distinct runs feeding along the Kenai coastline toward rivers like the Anchor, Kasilof and Kenai, plus enhanced systems near Seldovia and Halibut Cove. Mid-July to mid-September opens Silver (Coho) season, and halibut — a reason Homer calls itself the 'Halibut Fishing Capital of the World' — can be targeted on combination trips from April through November. Limits and stamps vary by season; plan to purchase required licenses and stamps in advance or as noted.

What makes this outing special is its balance of technique and place. You’ll feel the raw pull of a big Chinook one minute and learn practical skills the next: setting downriggers, adjusting troll speed, and filing a catch at day’s end. The trip is family-friendly in capacity but requires anglers 18+ to comply with halibut stamp rules when applicable. Boats come stocked with rods, tackle, bait, bottled water and keen local know-how; you bring layered clothing, waterproof boots and your fishing license with any necessary King Salmon stamp.

The meeting point is Slip G32 Homer Harbor—plan to arrive early for gear fitting and a quick safety briefing. Expect variable coastal weather: bright sun can shift to wind-driven showers, and Cook Inlet tides influence where the fish feed. For 2026 halibut season, note a new electronic halibut stamp is required for anglers 18 or older and will be sold the morning of the charter by Daniel’s Personalized Guide Service for $20 cash only.

Whether you’re chasing a trophy Chinook or honing trolling skills, this half-day trip delivers concentrated time on productive water, local insight into run timing and a clean, instructive approach that leaves you ready to go again. Guides provide filleting and basic fish care at dockside; fish processing, trip insurance, lunch and beverage service are not included, so plan accordingly. Bring layers, rain gear and a sense of patience—Alaskan seas reward persistence and local knowledge with some of the toughest, most rewarding fights in saltwater everywhere else.

About Daniel's Personalized Guide Service & Guest Houses

Daniel's Personalized Guide Service & Guest Houses is a Homer, Alaska-based outfitter specializing in guided fishing charters and guest-house lodging. The business operates from Homer and runs custom fishing trips in Kachemak Bay and the Gulf of Alaska that target king (chinook) salmon, silver salmon, halibut, rockfish, salmon sharks, and tanner crab. Trip options include half-day king salmon outings, full-day halibut trips, combination salmon-and-halibut days, long-range jigging expeditions, and winter-king and tanner crab charters.

Guides use local knowledge of tides, bait, and jigging techniques to locate productive grounds, and trips are offered year-round for many species. Winter-specific trips focus on winter king salmon and prime halibut opportunities. The long-range jigging trip reaches deeper water to pursue multiple species—up to ten—on a single outing.

Daniel's Personalized Guide Service & Guest Houses also provides guest-house accommodations to support anglers traveling to Homer, facilitating early departures and flexible trip scheduling. The business is featured on The Adventure Collective, signaling recognition from a travel and outdoor-curation platform. Safety-standard practices, experienced boat operation, and equipment guidance are part of the trip descriptions and client expectations as communicated in available trip summaries.

This combination of guided fishing experiences and nearby lodging makes the operation a practical option for anglers seeking focused, customizable fishing in Homer, the area commonly called the “Halibut Capital of the World.” Advance booking is recommended for specialty trips and whole-boat long-range adventures. Client-focused itineraries emphasize safety, species-specific techniques, and flexible scheduling to match tide windows and seasonal runs for visiting anglers. Annually.