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When it comes to unforgettable multi-species fishing, Haida Gwaii stands apart. Off the coast of British Columbia, these remote islands offer pristine wilderness, thriving marine life, and some of the most productive waters anywhere in the Pacific. Whether you’re a seasoned angler or planning your ...

Fishing at Haida Gwaii Safaris isn’t just about the thrill of the catch—it’s about bringing the taste of Haida Gwaii home to share with family and friends. To guarantee every guest’s catch arrives fresh, clean, and perfectly packed, we include custom fish processing and packing ...

Celebrate the Holidays with Fresh-Caught Salmon & Halibut from Haida Gwaii Safaris The holidays are a time for family, friends, and, of course, delicious meals. There’s nothing quite like sharing a meal made from the fresh salmon and halibut caught during your Haida Gwaii Safaris ...

Meet April Dutheil and learn about her passion for promoting local artists and her early years at Haida Gwaii Safaris. My name is April Dutheil and I’m the owner and operator of Crystal Cabin Gallery, an art and jewelry gallery on Haida Gwaii. Founded in ...

Meet David, an efficiency manager and passionate angler from Prescott, Arizona, whose solo fishing adventure to Haida Gwaii Safaris became one of the most memorable trips of his life. “I first met Valerie about fifteen years ago at the Fred Hall Show,” David recalls. “Shopping ...

We want to extend a heartfelt thank you to Pete Gray and the Let’s Talk Hook Up crew for joining us this season and for sharing such a thoughtful recap of their experience at Haida Gwaii Safaris. Pete’s words capture the heart of what we ...

Morning — Arrival & Lodge Welcome Your day begins the moment you step off the plane in Sandspit. Our beautiful, rustic lodge overlooks the gorgeous Shingle Bay in Sandspit.  Once you have landed in Sandspit, we will pick you up in our exclusive shuttle and ...

Quality Fish, Fresh Air, and Unforgettable Moments of Opening Season   The wait is over! Haida Gwaii Safaris has officially kicked off the 2025 fishing season, and what a start it has been. The air is crisp, the water is clear, and the fish are ...

Haida Gwaii Safaris is Proudly Featured in Pacific Coast Sportfishing Discover Haida Gwaii as featured in the November/December 2024 issue of Pacific Coast Sportfishing. The article highlights our lodge, incredible fishing, and the wild beauty of Haida Gwaii. It confirms what our guests already know—this ...

Looking for the ultimate Pacific halibut fishing experience? Haida Gwaii Safaris offers world-class opportunities to catch one of the most coveted fish in the Pacific Ocean: the Pacific halibut (Hippoglossus stenolepis). Whether you're a seasoned angler or a beginner, fishing for halibut in the pristine ...

At Haida Gwaii Safaris, we offer unforgettable fishing adventures, including chances to catch top salmon species like Chinook and Coho.Whether you’re a seasoned angler or just starting out, knowing the difference between these two salmon can improve your success.In this guide, we’ll break down the ...

In the heart of the Northern British Columbia Coast, a profound journey of reclamation and cultural revival has been unfolding. The Haida Nation, with its rich heritage and deep connection to the land and sea, has been at the forefront of this transformation. This story ...

“The service at the lodge and the hands-on friendliness of owner Valerie Hoperich. Valerie has been doing this for years and she brings a welcoming touch to the lodge that was not lost on many of the guests there. Little things like a warm bowl ...

Whether it is a monster green Lingcod or ghostly Rat Fish, Haida Gwaii has plenty of spooktacular eerie fish in the water that are a blast to catch and eat!   Did you know that the maximum age for some species of Rockfish is 115 ...

Image by Daishi Naruse via Flickr We'd like to believe the salmon think about us as much as we think about them, but for the salmon- it’s all about the herring! The herring are critical to the Haida Gwaii ecosystem, keeping it all in balance. ...

Haida Gwaii Safaris is located in Haida Gwaii in the little town of Sandspit. Sandspit is on the east coast of Moresby Island. And if you didn’t know, we do all of our fishing off the west coast of the islands in Cartwright Sound. So ...

Photo by David Gurr Haida Gwaii Black Bears Meet the Haida Gwaii black bear. These bears are endemic to Haida Gwaii. Meaning that they are not found anywhere else in the world! The Haida Gwaii black bear is a subspecies of the American black bear. ...

  Here at Haida Gwaii Safaris, we aren’t just known for our great fishing. But we’re also known for our touring! One of the fun and beautiful touring opportunities is to hike the Trail. This is another name for the Tarundl Trail and is a ...

1. Longer days June has the longest days of Summer with more daylight than the later months. More time with the sun up means more time fishing, touring, and having fun!   2. Less rain Not only are June days the longest, but they are ...

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Haida Gwaii sits off the northwest coast of British Columbia. The ‘Misty Isles’ is a remote archipelago, home to the Haida First Nations, and features stunning mountains, rainforests, and water bodies. You can catch salmon and bottom fish such as Pacific halibut, lingcod, and various ...

Searching for a truly unique fishing experience? Don’t overlook the opportunities of Pacific halibut fishing at British Columbia’s Haida Gwaii area. Halibut is part of the flounder family, the largest flatfish in the Pacific. Pacific halibut fishing is one of the most exciting adventures for ...

Just like the prizes they seek, the most dedicated anglers migrate all over the world in search of the best salmon fishing. Increasingly, that has meant going to the ends of the Earth – the last unspoiled places – looking for a unique salmon fishing resort ...

Salmon Migrations What we know about the habits and deep sea migration of pacific salmon is flawed to say the least. Salmon are relatively easy to study at the beginning and end of their amazing life cycle. It is the 1000 or so days in ...