by John Nikiforuk | Feb 13, 2022 | Uncategorized
It’s that time of year again, when Tofino’s offshore waters start to call our names, and dreams of fresh halibut start to impede on our daydreams. It’s always exciting when halibut season opens back up. It’s a great reason to go offshore for the day and always gets us excited for the other incoming fishing seasons. Prawns and crab are another good reason to be out in the boat in the winter too. Nothing can really keep us away from a good day on the...
by John Nikiforuk | Dec 16, 2016 | Uncategorized
Fishing for 2017 is booking up quickly! Be sure to email or call the office at...
by John | Oct 15, 2013 | Uncategorized
Halibut is one of my favourite fish to catch and eat. Sometimes they can test your patience especially the big ones but, it is well worth the wait. Halibut off the west coast of Tofino, BC generally range from 10lbs to 150lbs but can reach 500-700lbs and 9ft in length. Wow! The halibut sense for smell and sense for vibration helps to find any fish small enough to swallow. Second to none is there initial Attack…….. FISH ON!! The Shimano Trevala rod bends down close to the water and the line peels out from the Avet real as you feel the halibut shaking his head up and down. It’s a battle taking all your energy to slowly wind it off the bottom. You’re gaining….. then it runs back to the bottom. You don’t know if you’re going to make it….. when the halibut finally breaks the surface and before you know it …. everyone lets out a roar. Fish in the boat! At Tonquin Fishing Charters we’ve been guiding clients for more than 10 years and knock on wood we’ve rarely come back empty handed from a Halibut trip. Our experienced guide (John) knows some good spots because he spends a lot of spare time testing new grounds. So come and join us on our comfortable boat fishing trip in Tofino that fits all your needs and get your own GoPro movie like this one. Contact us to make reservations for your next Halibut fishing trip in Tofino now!...
by John Nikiforuk | Jul 18, 2013 | Uncategorized
Another great adventure with tonquin fishing charters on the M.V. MEGA BITE Awesome halibut fishing offshore and epic salmon fishing for chinooks in the calm waters of clayoquot sound. Its looking to be a great fishing season with high numbers of halibut and a great number of chinooks and cohos!! Watch our amazing GO-PRO video below!!! 🙂...
by John Nikiforuk | Feb 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
Smokin’ new website launched for the summer of 2013!!! Designed and built for us by the super sharp crew of Chameleon Creative. They even set us up with a “kick-butt” logo that looks super-wicked on our boat!!! Be sure to take a look in the...
by John Nikiforuk | Feb 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
The bite is already on!!! If you aren’t here already, you’re are missing out!!! Fishing season is looking to be a great one. The fishing is hot and so is the weather. Call us today to join in on the chance of a...
by John Nikiforuk | Feb 29, 2012 | Uncategorized
Testimonial I’ve always wanted to see a black bear but I never thought it would be so awesome. Your guides are the best and made us feel right at home. We can’t wait to come back. Space is filling up fast!!! These tours are a trip of a lifetime. You’ll experience wildlife and nature in ways that even the locals never have a chance to see. What you can expect on our wildlife tours: 9hrs on the water with your guide Various marine inhabitants both on the shore and in the water Various whale spices(dependant on time of year and weather) Orca (Killer Whale) Humpback Stunning, Tofino, Vancouver Island shorelines What you should bring on the tour: Rain gear and rubber boots Warm layered clothing for our unpredictable weather Food and beverages for the day Large coolers for catch of the day Sunglasses/hats/sunscreen Camera/Video Camera Extra film/cards Waterproof bag, container to stow it in Tidal fishing licence with salmon stamp (must have day before charter) Available online see policy page Motion sickness remedy is necessary (see policy page for...
