GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville
4.8/5 (19 beoordelingen)
1010 Lee Road, Parksville, BC V9P 2E1, Canada–
1010 Lee Road
Parksville, BC, Canada
Looking for an amazing time and adventure? Along with an action packed charter ?That’s what GA WestCoast Charters is here for! Captain Gerald will be your guide, giving you access to years of local experience.
Depending on the season, you might hook into Halibut, Lingcod, Salmon, Crab, and who knows what else! During the trip you might be trolling, jigging, bottom fishing, or maybe something more specialized in this area.
If you’re traveling with the family, you will be glad to know that kids are welcome aboard! Be sure to ask if child-sized life vests are available, otherwise you should bring your own. And, you can’t go wrong with snacks to keep up those energy levels!
Capt. Gerald runs a 21’ Bayliner walkaround with capacity for 3 passengers. It has downriggers, all the essentials no fishing machine can run without. There’s a toilet on board for your convenience. Your captain will provide rods and reels, along with lures.
Before coming aboard, you will be required to buy a local fishing license for everyone in your group. This information is usually available online, or you can ask the captain. Some species might be protected or require a tag to keep them, so make sure you know what to expect.
It’s never a bad idea to bring sunscreen (non-spray), bottled water, and sunglasses. Alcohol is allowed in moderation, so long as you avoid hard liquor as well as glass bottles.
For more information about fishing with GA WestCoast Charters, feel free to send Capt. Gerald a message down below.
Rating
4.8
19 reviews
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
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Hideki Sato
4.3
Verified
Fun day at Sea
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 30, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.
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Bill Gross
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 21, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it’s best to be with someone that’s a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)
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Peter Robinson
4.7
Verified
The Canada cup.
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 22, 2025 • 2 adults
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch fish! This was no boast, we had 20 coho salmon in 3 hrs fishing, almost non stop action with only 2 people fishing. In addition the Captain is good company and creates a relaxed atmosphere on his boat. I will book this trip again as soon as I return to Nanaimo despite losing this round of the Canada cup.
Thank you captain:)
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 1, 2025
Awesome thank you for the great review.
The two of you were Awesome . I'm really glad you guys had a great time. Thank you again
Gerald
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Linda Crawford
5.0
Verified
Best Ever Captain!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 20, 2025 • 3 adults
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!
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Response from Captain
August 22, 2025
thank you. it was fun
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Maura Lavoie
4.7
Verified
Great Guide
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 5, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.
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Halve Dag Reis (ochtend)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $503
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $503
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Halve Dag Trip (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 4:00 PM
US $503
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $503
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Volledige Dag Trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $862
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $862
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Er zijn 3 personen die naar deze charter kijken.
Rating
4.8
19 reviews
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16
4
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2
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1
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4.9
Boat & equipment
4.7
Captain & crew
4.8
Fishing Experience
Anglers' gallery (19)
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Hideki Sato
4.3
Verified
Fun day at Sea
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 30, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald is very chill, accommodating, and dedicated captain in the field. He is very knowledgeable about sea and the local fish habits in the area and I enjoyed learning about them from him very much. The sea that day seemed very slow or even usual and all other boats around us were not catching anything. But he did not give up on us and tried every different spot and depth/gears to make sure we'd have a good time. And we got busy hooking salmons one after another in the end and we had a lot of fun landing that salmon rush! Thank you Gerald.
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Bill Gross
5.0
Verified
Great day on the water
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 21, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald put us on the fish and worked hard the whole trip. He is very knowledgeable and was happy to share his knowledge with us. If you going to spend hours on a boat with a guide it’s best to be with someone that’s a pleasure to fish with. Gerald ticks all the boxes. Thanks Gerald…. Until next time ;)
Reported catch:
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Peter Robinson
4.7
Verified
The Canada cup.
Half Day Trip (PM) on May 22, 2025 • 2 adults
We spent 3.5 hours fishing with the very knowledgeable Captain Gérard. As we boarded he made it clear we should be ready to catch fish! This was no boast, we had 20 coho salmon in 3 hrs fishing, almost non stop action with only 2 people fishing. In addition the Captain is good company and creates a relaxed atmosphere on his boat. I will book this trip again as soon as I return to Nanaimo despite losing this round of the Canada cup.
Thank you captain:)
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 1, 2025
Awesome thank you for the great review.
The two of you were Awesome . I'm really glad you guys had a great time. Thank you again
Gerald
0
Linda Crawford
5.0
Verified
Best Ever Captain!
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 20, 2025 • 3 adults
Captain Gerald was so good with my two little grandchildren and daughter in law! It was a very special experience for them. Thank you Captain!!!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 22, 2025
thank you. it was fun
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Maura Lavoie
4.7
Verified
Great Guide
Half Day Trip (PM) on August 5, 2025 • 2 adults
Gerald is a pro - he has decades of experience, he knows what he’s doing to keep you on fish, is willing to share his knowledge, and is easy to talk to. He works hard to make sure you have a great experience.
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FAQs about GA WestCoast Charters – Parksville
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What is the boat like?
Boat category
Cabin cruisersCapacity
3 personsBoat length
21 ftYear built
1996Boat manufacturer
BaylinerBoat type
WalkaroundEngine model
SuzukiPowered by
1 x 150HPMax cruising speed
30 knots