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.

Your Ketchikan Fishing Guide can recommend the best fillets for smoking and help you customize your order with our local processor.

Vacuum sealed salmon in a cooler over dry ice

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.