Tonquin Fishing Charters
Tonquin Fishing Charters
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Tonquin fishing charters wants to offer you an experience of a life time, here in Tofino BC on Vancouver Island's west coast providing some of the worlds best salmon/halibut fishing charters. Our trips are all privately guided to ensure the best time possible with Tonquin fishing charters. You can enjoy a private trip to Hot Springs cove with prawn and crab fishing on the way home! Plan your charter to fit your needs, We welcome kids on board to experience a fishing experience they will never forget!Born and raised here in Tofino BC, Owner/Operator John Nikiforuk grew up fishing off the local docks of Tofino catching bull heads, snagging crabs, and of course winning the legion derby for biggest bull head! Later in his teenage years he was lucky enough to have an older brother with a boat, they would fish every chance they had! John gives the upper hand with his knowledge and years of experience working on his families commercial Prawn and Tuna boat. Now as a Tug boat captain since 2006 and a sport fishing guide since 2007, here in the local west coast waters Johns marine experience is second to none.
Tofino, British Columbia, Canada
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Pierre G
Vernon, Canada3 contributions
Jun 2020
"Hey Johnny, any half days available this weekend" we phoned in on Friday afternoon?!
"Saturday is booked, Sunday is calling for gale force, let me do some research and get back to you" he says.
Not good news when Halibut is the goal. Damn.
"Hey Pierre, can you be on the dock for 6 am Sunday, there's a window early morning I think will play out? But only a few hours, gotta be on it, can't promise anything."
"No Problem Johnny, see you then."
The window worked out, we limited out on Hali early morning, winds picked up big time and we moved in, limiting out on 3 other species for 11 am.
John proves again, the client is number one, he always finds a way to make it work. A great plan, some hard work and faith, by noon we were on the dock with a cold beer, another years worth of fish for the family secured.
Thank you Johnny for continuing the tradition!
"Saturday is booked, Sunday is calling for gale force, let me do some research and get back to you" he says.
Not good news when Halibut is the goal. Damn.
"Hey Pierre, can you be on the dock for 6 am Sunday, there's a window early morning I think will play out? But only a few hours, gotta be on it, can't promise anything."
"No Problem Johnny, see you then."
The window worked out, we limited out on Hali early morning, winds picked up big time and we moved in, limiting out on 3 other species for 11 am.
John proves again, the client is number one, he always finds a way to make it work. A great plan, some hard work and faith, by noon we were on the dock with a cold beer, another years worth of fish for the family secured.
Thank you Johnny for continuing the tradition!
Written June 13, 2020
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Kim C
Coldstream bc15 contributions
Jul 2020
Thanks so much John for the fantastic day of fishing with you on the mega bite.
Fished west coast before and this was one of the best times out there by far. We felt very comfortable on the boat with the large rolling waves , your experience on the water and fishing was very evident.
The crab feast we ate when back at hotel was to die for . Friends are in shock at how much we pulled out in one day and asking who we went out with, the recommendations are already out there and more to come.
We will be back coming back to tofino to fish with you again next year. Already looking forward to it .
Fished west coast before and this was one of the best times out there by far. We felt very comfortable on the boat with the large rolling waves , your experience on the water and fishing was very evident.
The crab feast we ate when back at hotel was to die for . Friends are in shock at how much we pulled out in one day and asking who we went out with, the recommendations are already out there and more to come.
We will be back coming back to tofino to fish with you again next year. Already looking forward to it .
Written July 25, 2020
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Chris R
4 contributions
Aug 2020
I've had many fishing guides over the years and John @ Tonquin is hands down the best. We caught around 300lbs in one day, and had to throw a bunch back. I'd highly recommend Tonquin to anyone looking for an amazing time fishing in the Tofino area.
Written August 24, 2020
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Amy S.
2 contributions
Jun 2023 • Family
My husband and our 11 year old son spent a 1/2 day fishing with John. My son has always dreamed of catching salmon and he caught 3 large salmon. They caught lots of other fish/crab/prawns as well. They said John was an expert and also just a great guy. Thank you John for helping my husband and son make such great memories.
Written June 14, 2023
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Sarah Cyr
Trois-Rivieres, Canada6 contributions
Jan 2020
We take a day with Captain John and it was fabulous! It was the first time that we was fishing sea food and of corse it will not be de last one. Thanks for the amazing trip we will see you again for sure. We recommend Tonquin Fishing Charters for everyone !
Written January 6, 2020
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Jammypack
Vancouver, Canada3 contributions
May 2023 • Business
John is hands down the best fishing guide on the west coast! He knows the area and doesn't rely on where everyone else is fishing. It's like he wakes up everyday knowing where the fish are. To boot, he's the nicest guy and the hardest worker I've ever met. I can't wait to fish with him again!
Written December 27, 2023
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Zak W
15 contributions
Apr 2024 • Family
Johnny, we have been on many charters, and sometimes we are delighted to be going and come back disappointed. It is tough to pick the right company to go with. When Max suggested booking to you, we felt comfortable. You outdid every charter we have ever been on. We brought so much fish, prawns, Dungeness crab, etc., which was such a delight. You know your stuff and are the guy to fish with in Tofino. We will be back for some more of the excellent treatment and more of your company's pleasure. I give you ten stars out of 5- I NEVER DO THAT
Written May 1, 2024
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sandradk2015
Niagara-on-the-Lake, Canada11 contributions
Jul 2015 • Couples
Our party of four couldn't have asked for a better fishing experience with John aboard the Megabite. We all came with different levels of fishing experience that John respected, offering suggestions to improve our chances of having a great experience. We had caught our limit of halibut within the first two hours, with our biggest catch tipping the scales near the 70 pound mark. At one point we had a triple header pulling in three huge fish in all at once. During all the chaos John kept calm and took control of the situation professionally. We quickly moved on to trolling for salmon. John knew where the salmon were hitting and we soon reeled in four chinooks and two pinks. As we headed back to the marina, we had time to check in on his crab traps and were pleasantly surprised that he let us take home some delicious crab at the end of our trip. The weather was amazing and john kept us entertained with his stories and knowledge of the water and fishing. I would highly recommend this fishing experience!
Written August 2, 2015
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Robin O
Nanaimo, Canada37 contributions
Jul 2018 • Couples
I have been fishing off the West Coast of Vancouver Island annually for 35 years. There are lot's of great guides. Johnny with Tongiun Charters is consistently one of the best. No-one knows these waters better or works harder to "get into the fish". Even on slower days, I have limited out. In the past 3 years fishing with John I have caught halibut at 70; 50 and 45 pounds! and salmon consistently over 20 pounds and in the great years consistently over 40 pounds - no glorified fishing stories -- I have the pictures to prove it. On top of that he has an excellent boat for the West coast waters and is a great guy to fish with. Getting ready to reserve my spot with him this year.
Written January 12, 2019
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Steve T
Penticton, British Columbia4 contributions
Jul 2015 • Friends
John was very positive with us rookies. He was patient and in doing so guided us to land a bounty of fish. I would recommend Tonquin Fishing Charters to experienced and novice anglers. I hope to see him next year
Written August 2, 2015
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Captain John was quite flexible. The question though is what you want to achieve in that time frame. To ensure a good outcome it is good to allocate sufficient time out on the water. However if that is not possible, getting a charter out is still possible, but the likelihood of getting as good a catch obviously would be discounted.
Also depending on the season, it may or may not make sense for any captain to book shorter charters. In the high season I would say it quite unlikely, but on shoulder seasons there's a good chance.
Hope you have a good outing!
Written September 3, 2018
Can you tell me what the cost is for two people salmon fishing,
Thank you
Written April 9, 2017
HI,
The cost for two people for 6 hour trip is $750 for and 8 hour trip $1000 and we offer a day trip(10hrs) at $1200
rates are in Canadian dollars and do not include tax.
Written April 10, 2017
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