Central Coast

Depart from Bella Bella on the central coast section of the fabulous Inside Passage. Westwind Tugboat Adventures "follow the fish" and at the same time enjoys some of the best scenery in B.C. Experience close encounters with schools of porpoise, Orca, Humpback and Grey whales as we move daily to stay on the fish. Trophy Chinook salmon are most abundant in late July and early August. Halibut fishing is very productive in this region with many hot spots to test throughout the week. The Coho runs become thick in August with the salmon feeding vigorously and near the surface and averaging 15 -18 Lbs. they provide consistent exciting light tackle action. This unique abundance and variety is hard to match anywhere else in BC. The opportunity also exists for some fabulous estuary and salt water fly fishing where the days highlight can be the wildlife sightings of the majestic Grizzly and the coastal wolves as they come to the water’s edge is search of salmon.

Anglers can take advantage of the calm water channels that allow access to river estuaries and bays teaming with salmon waiting for the right conditions to migrate upstream, try your luck from your custom skiff or go ashore and cast from the river's edge and at the same time enjoy a beach BBQ including pots full of mouthwatering Dungeness crab. Scenery, good weather, sandy beaches, abundant wildlife and spectacular fishing make Bella Bella one of the top adventure locations on the coast; we recommend this area for individuals and families who want the best variety and calm waters.