Hello adventure seekers! Yes, that's me holding a stunning Tyee Chinook (spring/king) salmon. I'm thrilled to welcome you to Coastal Blue Adventures! My wife, Shannon, and I take immense pride in providing unforgettable fishing charters in Nanaimo BC. Our goal is to create a fishing and marine adventure that is both exciting and memorable during your visit to Nanaimo. If you have any questions while browsing our site, please feel free to call or email us. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, and we would appreciate it if you give us a heart and a thumbs up!
As a Certified Tidal Angling Guide through the Sport Fishing Institute of BC and a Pro Staff for Gibbs Fishing, I bring 40 years of fishing, boating, and water experience to the table. I have guided and fished extensively in various locations, including the salt and fresh waters of BC, Yukon, Alberta, North West Territories, Ontario, Alaska, Florida, Mexico, Thailand, and Japan. Join us at Coastal Blue Adventures for a Nanaimo fishing charter that will leave you smiling long after your trip.
Certified Tidal Angling Guide - CTAG
Small Vessel Operator Proficiency - SVOP
Marine Emergency Duties A3
Restricted Radio Operators Licence
Occupational First Aid
Marine First Aid
Swift Water Rescue
SCUBA - Open Water
Matt grew up on Vancouver Island and quickly fell in love with fishing and exploring the West Coast. Have extensively travelled the entire coast line of BC, Matt knows almost every nautical mile of water and has fished from Victoria to the Alaska Border.
Matt comes highly qualified, having obtained his 500 tonne Master Mariner's certification along with becoming a Certified Tidal Angling Guide through the Sport Fishing Institute of BC.
500 tonne Master Mariner
Certified Tidal Angling Guide - CTAG
Marine Emergency Duties A3
Restricted Radio Operators
Occupational First Aid Level 2
First Aid

Designed for luxury, comfort and safety, we deliver you to your destination in an our beautiful 30 foot walk-around Mako fishing vessel with a fully enclosed glass house, the latest electronics, safety gear and tackle.
We are commercially registered with Transport Canada and fully insured for fishing Nanaimo and beyond.








Hello adventure seekers! Yes, that's me holding a stunning Tyee Chinook (spring/king) salmon. I'm thrilled to welcome you to Coastal Blue Adventures! My wife, Shannon, and I take immense pride in providing unforgettable fishing charters in Nanaimo BC. Our goal is to create a fishing and marine adventure that is both exciting and memorable during your visit to Nanaimo. If you have any questions while browsing our site, please feel free to call or email us. Don't forget to follow us on Instagram, Facebook, and YouTube, and we would appreciate it if you give us a heart and a thumbs up!
As a Certified Tidal Angling Guide through the Sport Fishing Institute of BC and a Pro Staff for Gibbs Fishing, I bring 40 years of fishing, boating, and water experience to the table. I have guided and fished extensively in various locations, including the salt and fresh waters of BC, Yukon, Alberta, North West Territories, Ontario, Alaska, Florida, Mexico, Thailand, and Japan. Join us at Coastal Blue Adventures for a Nanaimo fishing charter that will leave you smiling long after your trip.