Shipping Fish from Ketchikan Alaska
How We Help You Process, Pack & Ship Your Fish After Your Ketchikan Fishing Tour
After an unforgettable day fishing, there’s one question almost every guest asks:
“How do I ship my fish home from Alaska?”
Good news — we’ve got you covered. We work with a USDA-inspected local third-party fish processor who makes it easy to turn your fish into ready-to-eat, professionally packed fillets — and ships them straight to your doorstep.
What Happens to Your Fish After Your Ketchikan Alaska Fishing Tour
Filleted
Your fish is expertly cleaned & perfectly portioned
Flash-Frozen
Lock-in freshness & perfect for travel or long-term storage
Vacuum-Sealed
Every fillet is sealed for freshness & convenience
Fozen Storage
They'll hold your fish until you're home from vacation or your preferred scheduled delivery date
Overnight Shipping
Sent to your home in the lower 48 via FedEx Express
Packed to Fly
For in-town guests, they'll package your fish to take as checked luggage
Take Home the Taste of Alaska with Smoked Fish
Looking to bring home something truly unique from your Alaska fishing adventure? Ask your guide about having a portion of your catch smoked for added flavor and convenience.
Smoked fish is:
Shelf-stable & travel-friendly
Perfect for gifts or sharing with friends
Delicious in dips, salads, pastas, sandwiches or on its own
Your Ketchikan Fishing Guide can recommend the best fillets for smoking and help you customize your order with our local processor.
Looking to bring home something truly unique from your Alaska fishing adventure? Ask your guide about having a portion of your catch smoked for added flavor and convenience.
- Shelf-stable & travel-friendly
- Perfect for gifts or sharing with friends
- Delicious in dips, salads, pastas, sandwiches or on its own
Your Ketchikan Fishing Guide can recommend the best fillets for smoking and help you customize your order with our local processor.

How Much Does Ketchikan Fish Processing Cost?
The cost to ship your fish home from Ketchikan, Alaska depends on how much your cleaned & sealed fish weights.
Average cost: $3 per pound
Plus the cost of overnight FedEx shipping to your home to the lower 48. Pricing may vary slightly based on species (some are more difficult to clean than others), weight, and final shipping destination. Your Ketchikan Fishing Guide can give you a cost estimate based on what you catch during excursion.
Ready to Book Your Ketchikan Fishing Charter?
Experience world-class fishing in Ketchikan — and enjoy your fresh-caught fish long after your trip. We make it easy to reel in something unforgettable and ship your fish home from Alaska without the hassle.
Reserve your Ketchikan Fishing Charter today and let us handle the details, from the dock to your doorstep.