Year-round private fishing charters
Every season.
A better day
on the water.
Nanoose Bay · Parksville · Vancouver Island
Your private boat. Up to four guests. Fish the coast with Captain Randy Zinck and 35+ years of BC experience—summer through winter.
Explore fall, winter & spring fishing ↗
Chinook, prawning & crabbing opportunities. Weather and regulations permitting.
Talk with your captain: Call RandyText Randy
Choose your time on the water
Your group.
Your kind of day.
From a two-hour escape to a full day fishing. Every displayed price covers the private boat for up to four guests and includes the $25 fuel surcharge per trip. Staying nearby? Explore our Parksville fishing charter guide.
2hours
Coastal Escape
$525$425
A short, memorable window on the water for visitors, families and groups fitting an adventure around the rest of their day.
- Private boat for up to four guests
- Ideal for select morning or evening windows
- Coastal sightseeing and flexible local opportunities
- Perfect before golf, dinner or another activity
3hours
Coastal Adventure
$675$525
A relaxed private outing with time to enjoy the coast, fish local opportunities or build a memorable activity into a busy day.
- Private boat for up to four guests
- Great for families and first-time guests
- Flexible morning or evening timing
- Tailored to your group’s interests
4hours
Half-Day
Most popular
$825$625
Ideal for families, beginners, visitors with a tighter schedule or experienced anglers ready to work the local bite.
- Private trip for up to four guests
- Premium rods, reels and tackle
- Patient instruction when needed
- Fish cleaning and bagging included
6hours
Extended Charter
Best value
$1,000
Regular year-round rate: $1,000 per boat. Select September dates: $875.
Extra time to settle into the day, adapt to conditions and make the most of your private coastal experience.
- Private trip for up to four guests
- Premium rods, reels and tackle
- More time to work the best opportunities
- Fish cleaning and bagging included
8hours
Signature Full Day
$1,300
Regular year-round rate: $1,300 per boat. Select September dates: $1,175.
More time gives us the flexibility to follow conditions, explore additional areas and target the best legal opportunities available.
- Private trip for up to four guests
- Breakfast sandwiches and BBQ lunch
- Premium fishing equipment supplied
- Fish cleaning and bagging included
First time fishing?
You don’t need to know it all.
Tell Randy about your group and what you want from the day. Patient instruction and a private boat make room for different experience levels.
Find the right trip for you ↗Short-charter note: Two- and three-hour experiences are offered in select morning or evening windows, subject to scheduling, weather and the best fit for your group.
September special: The September offers apply only to select available dates through September 30, 2026. Regular six- and eight-hour rates are $1,000 and $1,300; existing bookings and agreed quotes are honoured. Ask Randy about current openings and the best trip for your group.
Fishing opportunities: Target species, fishing areas and retention depend on weather, season and current Fisheries and Oceans Canada regulations. Catching or retaining a particular species cannot be guaranteed.
The person behind your day
Experience matters.
So does who you share it with.
Former Head Guide at Queen Charlotte Lodge, Randy brings more than 35 years on BC waters to a personal, private charter. From your first question to your time aboard, you’re talking with your captain.
Meet Randy & explore the boat ↗
Picture your day
A little curiosity.
A lot to look forward to.
Life on the waterStep into the gallery.See the real experience ↗
From an idea to a day aboard
Let’s keep it simple.
- Find your kind of day.Compare the trip lengths, or ask Randy to help you choose.
- Talk dates and details.Share your group size, preferred dates and what matters to you.
- Confirm, then look forward to it.Your inquiry is not a booking. Randy confirms availability and booking details personally.
“He was organized, safety-conscious, incredibly knowledgeable about the local waters, and just a great person to spend a day with.”Read the full review on Google
Ready to plan your day on the water?
Send Randy your preferred dates, group size and the trip you are considering. You will receive a personal response before anything is booked.