moderate
4–8 hours
Participants should have average fitness, capable of short walking and standing for extended periods.
Discover the wild splendor of Alaska’s waterways with Hem and Copper River Charters. Join their day trips for unmatched wildlife sightings and stunning glacier views.
All Day • Ages 13+ • Depart by 4:45 AM
Charters base cost is $200 per person payable at time of booking. $100 of your reservation charge is a non-refundable deposit. Changes we are making to our fee structure from previous years are as follows, our base fare price will stay the same, $200 per person. That will allow each fare holder up to 35 fish. For every 1 to 10 fish over the 35 you keep, there will be an additional $50 charge payable in cash upon your return trip. An example would be, a person who lives alone is allowed by ADF&G 25 fish, a couple living together is allowed 35 fish, and a family is allowed an additional 10 fish for every person in the family. If a family is fishing together on a permit each fare paid is allowed 35 fish. So, if your family is allowed 75 fish and you pay for two fares fishing together, you would be allowed 70 fish with no extra charge. If you harvest the extra 5 fish remaining on your permit, you would be charged an additional $50 (For every 1 to 10 fish over the 35 that you keep, there will be an additional $50 charge payable in cash upon your return trip).
All Day
Booking a day charter requires you to arrive and be ready to depart by 4:45 AM (5:45 AM in August) the day of the charter.
Fishing sites for one person are extremely limited. Be prepared to be flexible to possibly be paired up with another customer if necessary.
Rates listed here do not include taxes or fees.
Always review the weather before heading out to ensure safe and enjoyable conditions.
Dress in layers to stay comfortable as weather conditions can change rapidly on the water.
Enhance wildlife viewing with a good pair of binoculars for spotting distant animals.
Popular trips fill quickly, so reserve your spot early to secure your preferred date.
Copper River was historically crucial for indigenous Alaskan communities and later for gold prospectors during the Klondike Gold Rush.
The business emphasizes sustainable practices, including eco-friendly vessels and minimizing ecological impact during wildlife tours.
Keeps you dry during unpredictable rain or splashes from the water.
spring|summer|fall|winter specific
Protects your skin and eyes from strong UV rays while on the water.
summer specific
Suitable footwear for brief landings or shoreline walks.
Capture wildlife and breathtaking scenery from a distance.