Alaska is one of the last true wilderness areas to be found in the world. The Bristol Bay watershed is not only home to the world's richest commercial and sport salmon fisheries, but is also Alaska's only designated "Trophy Rainbow Trout" area. Here, snow-fed streams flow crystal clear from the mountains across the rolling tundra to the sea. The purity of this nutrient rich environment allows fish to grow to enormous size. With annual salmon runs in the millions and Rainbow Trout in excess of thirty inches, anglers throughout the world see this area as the pinnacle of sportfishing. The Lodge is strategically located right on the banks of the magnificent Kvichak River approximately 400 Km southwest from Anchorage.

This river is the only connection between Lake Iliamna and Bristol Bay. The significance of this is that millions of salmon that return each year to the Lake Iliamna drainage area must pass in front of the lodge. That makes for some unbelievable fishing opportunities right out your front door.

The fly fishing is excellent on the "Home" river and the lodge is very close to many "fly-out" rivers. Throughout the Bristol Bay / Lake Iliamna area there are tremendous fishing opportunities, with that in mind, the lodge has its own private float planes and pilots to take guests to different rivers to fish for salmon, Arctic Char, and Rainbow Trout.

The central location of the lodge makes many of the remote streams very accessible and only a short flight away. Whether you decide to fly-out, fish a nearby stream or stay and experience the wonders of the home river, your fishing day will be filled with adventure and excitement. All of the fly-outs are included in the package price.

Fishing for Rainbow Trout is productive from June to October with the best time being June and September.

Salmon fishing is best between June to September. King Salmon June and July, Sockeye Salmon in July, Silver Salmon August to September and Chum Salmon July and August.

On our last visit to the lodge we averaged a catch of 20 fish per day per person.

Accommodation

Sitting on the riverbank overlooking this pristine area, The lodge consists of a 3,000 square foot solid cedar chalet style central facilities, three duplex cabins for guests, the "Iliamna cabin", a sauna, and three duplex cabins for the staff.

The main lodge has a hardwood floored dining room; a comfortable living room with a fireplace, couches and rockers; a wet bar; a fly tying area; a tackle/guides room; a loft with a reading area and map room; and a laundry room.

The main lodge is spacious enough for all of the guests to stretch out and relax, yet it is intimate enough to enjoy the camaraderie of fellow guests and guides.

It will accommodate 16 exclusive guests per week and all the cabins have hot and cold running water and 24 hour a day electrical service. Each double occupancy cabin is complete with a private bathroom, shower, and two very comfortable beds with linens, and comforters. Each day your room will be serviced.

The entire lodge is connected by a boardwalk that runs from the floating dock up to the main lodge. The Iliamna cabin will comfortably sleep four guests. This cabin has it's own living room, loft with a reading area, a kitchenette, and a private bath. This cabin is perfect for a family of four, two couples, or a business trip of four associates.

The lodge chef will prepare three hearty meals each day. All meals are served home style and are all-you-can-eat. Breakfast includes hot and cold cereals, muffins, breads, fruits, eggs, French toast, pancakes, bacon, sausage, reindeer sausage, juices, and coffee. The lunch usually consists of sandwiches and soups. A shore lunch can be arranged with your guide and adds a nice experience on a nice day. Dinner is the main course of the day. Menus include Alaskan style appetizers, NY Strips, prime rib, crab legs, fresh salmon, halibut, shrimp, chicken, and pork. Complimentary beer and bottled wine is also served. Delicious desserts complete these excellent dinners. Do not plan on losing weight!

Guides

Of course, due to the isolated nature of the region the guides also live at the lodge. This provides plenty of opportunity to get to know these unique frontier characters. They are all professional guides and most have spent there lives in the Alaskan wilderness. They know their country extremely well and will vary you days fishing according to the prevailing weather conditions, the seasons and your preferences. Each night the head guide will discuss your options with you.

Equipment

Most necessary equipment will be supplied by the lodge. Please bring your own unspiked waders, gloves and rainjacket.

Feel fee to bring your own equipment if you wish but we aware that the plan from Anchorage to the lodge has a 20kg luggage limit. Please email us for a recommended equipment list.

Other Activities

• Glacier Dog Sledding
• Kyaking with whales
• Paragliding off Mt Alaskya
• Scenic flight over Mt McKinlay
• Bear viewing

Getting There

The airfare between Anchorage and the lodge (a US$500 value) is included in your package price if you fly on our charter flights only. Should you choose to arrive or depart on flights that are not a chartered flight by the lodge, you will be responsible for your own airfare.

We will of course help you with all the logistics and reservations for the transportation within the state of Alaska.

The flight to the lodge leaves early in the morning on Sunday and Friday only so we suggested you overnight in Anchorage the night prior to the lodge and upon return to Anchorage.

Anchorage is an international airport receiving flights from Vancouver, San Francisco and Los Angeles.

Other Destinations

Most of the clients we send to Alaska also like to spend some more time fishing in other areas of North America whilst in the region. This Alaskan Adventure can be combined with other adventures in British Columbia or mainland USA. Please enquire for details.

Pricing

	Per Person
7 days fishing + 7 nights lodging	From US$7875
4½ days fishing + 5 nights lodging	From US$5875
2 ½ days fishing + 2 nights lodging	From US$2875
Prices are per person on a twin share basis. Various packages available. Prices are indicative only. Please contact us for possible update.

Our price includes the following:

• Accommodation on twin share basis standard room.
• All meals whilst at the lodge
• The use of all lodge facilities and equipment.
• Professional fishing guide(2 clients per guide)
• Fly out fishing
• Airfare between Anchorage and the lodge and return is included in the above rates but only if clients travels on our scheduled charter flights.

Please Note: The lodge is only open from mid-June through to early October each year.