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Our Latest Reviews

star rating  My girlfriend and I have been out fishing with Captain Scotty quite a few times and its never been a disappointment. We've never left empty-handed (salmon, crab, prawns) and it's... read more always cool seeing the Eagles, Sea Lions, and Seals. The equipment was top-notch and Scott's...More

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Jon W
May 24, 2019

star rating  We had an incredible day with Captain Scottie, landing 8 healthy Spring Salmon (between the four of us). Scottie is great at playing to your level, whether amateur or experienced,... read more he knows how to communicate to ensure you’re having fun and catching fish. During our charter we were also able to view humpback whales and harbour porpoises, which was an unexpected bonus! We can’t say enough about how great Scottie is: while professional, he also makes you feel like you’re out on the water with an old friend.

Overall we couldn’t have asked for more, and we absolutely recommend Riptide to anyone looking to catch fish or experience the premier sights and wildlife of Vancouver Island. More

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mvreugde
September 2, 2019

star rating  In Campbell River, you must go Salmon Fishing and to see whales. We were in CR end of August and had the opportunity to head out on the water. Coming... read more from a land locked state in the US, it’s a must!
Our Air B n B owner recommended her good friend Scott K and he took us out for the BEST day! We had our own private boat just us and him which is the only way to go. Don’t hassle with the crowds on the tour guide boats, go private! He said, “it’s your boat, I just drive where you tell me to”. However, he knows ALL the best places to go since he was born and raised here.

We started at 6:30am headed off dock (both we were early and he was prepared early) and within 5 minutes of departure, we see Orcas! He follows the law and respects the distance required which we appreciate but we got close enough to see their full beauty. He shuts his engine off for both whale and human enjoyment. Spent plenty of time in sever places for Orcas then headed off to Salmon fish for Chinook. (He has us get our fishing license before we met him)

There were many other boats in the area also fishing but he had the best equipment so we caught our fish right away! 27lb and a 22lb chinook!

We went for Coho after that but didn’t catch anything big enough to keep so we headed to see Sea Lions.

After that we cruised the shore of Quadra and saw many Bald Eagles.

Scott really knows his stuff, is personable, professional and polite. We had great conversations with him and he is super down to earth.

Worth every penny for a great day on the ocean in CR and would absolutely use him again!

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Romy4424
August 30, 2019

star rating  Scott is a great captain who makes the day enjoyable and knows how to find the fish. Boat and fishing gear were clean and solid. Scott was personable and worked... read more hard to find and land fish. We caught our limit of salmon and had a memorable day on the water.

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timpeachey
August 15, 2022

star rating  Spent the day with Scott on his private boat and it was everything we wanted then some. He showed us around the area, helped us get some great salmon as... read more well as viewing whales (orcas and humpbacks) plus sea lions and eagles. What else can you pack in a day??
Nice guy with great intentions and a great boat. We had a great trip and highly recommend him for fishing and just being on the water.

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469svenm
August 30, 2019

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Tim Peachey
Tim Peachey
2022-08-15
My nephew and I had a great day fishing with Scott. The boat and fishing gear were clean and in as-new shape. Scott was on top of everything on a busy day. Lots of fish on the line, he was often dealing with us each having a fish on at the same time. Scott knew where the fish were and we seemed to be catching more than the boats around us.
Marit Stoffers
Marit Stoffers
2022-08-11
Op 9 augustus 2022 zijn wij (koppel uit Nederland) wezen vissen met Scott. Wat een relaxte gast! Hij is geinteresseerd in zijn gasten en is ook open over zichzelf. Een man van normen en waarden, zeer respectvol. Ook vertelt hij meer dan alleen hoe je moet vissen, ook de strategie erachter. Mijn partner vist ook graag in Nederland, dus ze hadden veel te praten, maar mij vergat hij zeker niet! Ook moedigt hij je aan zodra je beet hebt. Een dikke vette 10 voor Scott! Echte aanrader om met hem de zee op te gaan. Ook als je nog nooit gevist hebt, twijfel niet. Het is echt elke €\$ waard! Scott, bedankt!
Marlanne Kuzio
Marlanne Kuzio
2022-07-31
My husband and I are from Alberta and came to visit cousins Geoff and Shannon Orlick. They took us on this tour and WOW is all I can say!!! Scott was an awesome host. My husband was able to scratch salmon fishing off of his bucket list. The whale watching was fantastic and the swim was even better. Thanks so much and will tell everyone about you!!! We will definitely be back. We'll worth it!!!
Geoff Orlick
Geoff Orlick
2022-07-31
Fantastic day with Captain Scott... 3 fish caught in 80 minutes... this guy knows his stuff to say the least
Selena Crossland
Selena Crossland
2022-07-20
My husband & I went out with Capt Scott and had a great time! We got our limit in Salmon within an hour; we also saw sea lions, seals, otters, humpback whales, porpoises, and a helicopter landing on a yatch! Scott’s boat is clean & well kept & he is a pleasure to be around; very knowledgeable. Although my husband did catch the biggest fish; I caught more lol. We will definitely go out with Capt Scott again :)
Connor Atwood
Connor Atwood
2021-09-08
Scott was awesome, very personable and knowledgeable. He took us out for five hours, and we managed 4 keeper salmon, and quite a few that were just undersized. The boat and equipment were top quality and Scott knew all the hot spots.
Jeff Wiebe
Jeff Wiebe
2021-08-14
Great day of fishing today. Scott is an awesome captain, clean boat and let us be involved in the process as much as we wanted. We had a lot of action and limited out on the salmon. There were whales breaching and incredible sunrise. Highly recommended.
Emmet Blackmore
Emmet Blackmore
2021-07-31
Best fishing trip yet ! Scott was great very knowledgeable and easy to get along with .we left with our limit both days . Definitely will be coming back .

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