Sou’Wester Sportfishing offers winter salmon and halibut fishing during our shoulder winter season of October through April. Departing from Sooke or Victoria, you can take advantage of discounted pricing (see the last paragraph below for rates).
Winter Salmon Fishing in Sooke for Coho
The months of October and November offers the angler some excellent winter salmon fishing opportunities in Sooke to catch Coho or “Silver” salmon. This often produces amazing reel screaming and acrobatic runs that will get your blood pumping. Techniques vary from standard trolling with down riggers, or try your luck high speed trolling using large bucktail flys. While smaller than the larger Chinook salmon, Coho are excellent fighting fish and make superb dinner fare. Winter salmon fishing in Sooke for Coho is often an exciting and productive time to be on the water.
Winter Salmon Fishing in Sooke for Chinook
During the months of January through March, juvenile Chinook salmon gather to feed on the ample supply of needlefish, anchovy, crab larvae and herring as they begin to bulk up for their journeys further out to sea. During this period they are actively feeding, and will aggressively pursue your tackle. When winter salmon fishing in Sooke for Chinook it’s not unusual to see double headers on a regular basis. These juvenile fish compete for food and can take your action to the next level. This means lots of action on the rods and no shortage of exitement. When winter salmon fishing in Sooke for Chinook, expect the average fish size between 6 – 12 pounds. This makes them the perfect size for the BBQ, smoker, or canning.
Spring Halibut Fishing
Winter halibut fishing occurs at a time when the larger female halibut make their way from deep to shallower water to spawn. And where female halibut are gathering male fish will follow. Your guide will set an anchor in 200 – 300 feet of water and drop your gear in the water. 
Halibut have an attraction to scent and vibration. Your success or failure can be determined by the strength of the tides and the weather, so timing is everything. Action is slower than in the summer, but if you are lucky and patient, you can catch halibut. When on the anchor its a good time for some crib, some food/drink while you settle in and wait. You never know when a “Barn Door” will grab your gear and take you for a ride.
Spring Ling Cod Fishing
Jigging up some tasty Ling Cod for the best fish and chips that Vancouver Island can offer? We can fill that order. There are limited openings for retention, anglers are allowed to keep one fish per person starting May 1. Ling cod can reach 20+ pounds and are welcome fare on the dinner table despite their looks.
2024 Off-Peak Season Rates:
A FULL DAY trip (approx. 8 hours) is $1,000* plus taxes, or you can choose a HALF DAY (approx. 5 hours) for $750* plus taxes. Please note that we can accommodate a maximum of 3 – 4 guests aboard our vessel.
Quoted rates do not include 5% sales tax or gratuities. A 50% deposit is required at time of booking to secure your date. Bait, tackle and fish cleaning is included in the price. All guests are responsible for obtaining their own fishing licenses.
Call us to reserve your spot at 236-638-4825 or contact us via email at souwestersportfish@gmail.com today!
Cancellation Policy : Off-Peak Season
During our off-peak season (October – April) all deposits are partially refundable. With this in mind, we are aware that extenuating circumstances can arise for our guests.
Notice Period
A minimum of 30 days notice is required to cancel prior to the date of your trip. Sou-Wester Sportfishing will apply your deposit to another date within 1 year of the original booked date. If less than 30 days notice is given prior to date of your trip, 50% of your deposit will be forfeited.
Adverse Weather
For trips cancelled due to bad weather we will attempt to reschedule trip within the current season if possible. Your deposit will be refunded in full if reschedule is not possible. Our goal is to provide you and your party a safe and enjoyable fishing experience. Cancellations due to adverse weather are at the sole discretion of your Captain. This is in consideration for your personal safety in alignment with the Transport Canada Small Vessel Compliance regulations.
