Steelhead Valhall Lodge

Steelhead Valhalla Lodge is on the banks of the Sustut river five miles upstream from its confluence with the Skeena River.  Because it is located more than 100 miles from civilization and accessible only by plane, the Sustut is the least fished of all the famous Skeena tributaries.  Fish average 15 pounds with many running 20 pounds and larger.  The lodge has five cozy log cabins which accommodate two people.  There is a central wash-house which houses showers and toilets.  The main building has a modern kitchen and an expansive beamed dining room, lounge and fully supplied fly tying benches.  The buildings were handcrafted from logs available on the site.

Price Includes: First night's accommodation in Smithers on room only, internal flight, charter flight to the lodge, transfers, 7 nights at the lodge, including all meals, 6 days' fishing, one guide for every two fishermen.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities, fishing licence, items of a personal nature, meals on first night.

Z-Boat Lodge 

Z-Boat Lodge is on the banks of the Skeena River close to Terrace and there is fishing for Chinook, Chum, Pink and Sockeye salmon and steelhead.  The lodge guides you on the Skeena, Kalum and Kitimat for salmon and steelhead.  They hold licences to guide the classified waters of the Copper River for steelhead.  Accommodation is in an attractive wooden lodge. There are three twin rooms and three single rooms with private facilities.  Excellent food is served. 

Price Includes: First night's accommodation in British Columbia at the Delta Vancouver Airport Hotel, 6 nights accommodation at the lodge with 5 days' fishing, all meals at the lodge, one guide for every two fishermen.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities, items of a personal nature, meals on first night.

Quesnel River - Near Williams Lake, Trout & Salmon

Pyna-Tee-Ah Resort

Pyna-tee-ah Fishing Lodge is located on the Quesnel River at the outlet of Quesnel Lake in Likely, British Columbia, at the base of the Cariboo Mountains! Flyfishing is outstanding    The lodge has 6 double bedrooms, a great room  with stone fireplace, pool table and  fly tying area and pro shop.   It is set in five acres of beautiful riverfront grounds and overlooks one of the best trout and salmon pools on the Quesnel River.    

You can enjoy river fishing, wading, drift fishing, lake fishing, stillwater, trophy rainbow, dolly varden, bull trout, salmon, kokanee and char, the fishery is outstanding.    In September and October you can fly fish for Chinook Salmon.

Price Includes:   One night in Vancouver, internal flight to Williams Lake, transfers to and from the lodge and 7 nights with 6 days fishing and all meals.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities and items of a personal nature.

The Lodge at Gold River

The Lodge at Gold River is a spectacular pine and log resort on 1200 feet of the Gold River and houses the lounge and dining room.   Accommodation is in three cabins with three separate bedrooms with private bathrooms.   The lodge offers fishing on local rivers for salmon, steelhead and trout, heli fishing and fishing by float plane to remote rivers and streams.   There is a casting pond, tack shop and gym.

Other Activities

Touring, spa services, hiking, cultural tours.

Price Includes:   One night in Vancouver on room only, internal flight, 6 nights on full boar, 2 days' fishing on local rivers, 2 fly out fishing trips, one day fishing on your own.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities and items of a personal nature.

Blackwell's Dean River Lodge

The Dean River  is world famous for its summer run steelhead and salmon that come into the system from June to October.  Blackwell’s Dean River Lodge is very close to the saltwater and located in a beautiful wilderness setting overlooking the bay of the Dean Channel, with the Grantham Waterfall dropping 1,000 feet in behind the lodge.   The lodge is a 10 minute drive from the river and a jet boat is used to get to the fishing.   All fishing is wading and casting and two guides are provided for 6 fishermen.

Fishing begins on June 15, the first week is primarily Chinook, some steelhead come into the river by the second week  and throughout July you will be catching more steelhead than Chinook.  The steelhead season continues until 20 August.    From 1 September there is fishing for Coho Salmon up to 25 lbs.   During September fly out trips by float plane are offered to remote rivers and streams.

The lodge is Orvis endorsed and has three cabins each with private bathroom accommodation 6 guests.   The main lodge houses the sitting room, dining room and kitchen.

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Other Activities

Touring, spa services, hiking, cultural tours.

Price Includes:   Includes Charter flight from Vancouver on room only, 7 nights with 6 days fishing, all meals, one guide to three fishermen.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities and items of a personal nature.

Princess Royal Island

King Pacific Lodge

King Pacific Lodge is a luxury wilderness floating resort in a sheltered harbour along the shores of Princess Royal Island two hours north of Vancouver and is accessible only by boat or float plane.  It has 17 rooms beautiful rooms with private bathrooms and all meals, beverages and open bar are included.

Enjoy saltwater fly fishing from August through September for Coho and Pink Salmon, heli fishing in remote rivers and streams for salmon and trout, saltwater fishing for Salmon and Halibut.
 

Other Activities

Hiking, flightseeing, bear viewing, whale watching, spa. 

Price Includes: Your first and last nights accommodation in Vancouver at the Fairmont Vancouver Airport Hotel on room only, internal flight, transfers, 3 nights accommodation on full board, open bar, unlimited guided ocean fishing, one guide for every two fishermen, cultural tours, hiking and kayaking, guided wildlife viewing (except Kermode Bear viewing), all equipment for activities including fishing licence, rods and reels.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities, items of a personal nature, meals on your first night, fishing licence.

Vancouver Island

Each spring and summer the waters around Campbell River host large schools of all five species of Pacific salmon, though it is particularly well known for its chinook salmon fishing. The island has many good trout streams

Fly Fishing

We have excellent guides on Vancouver Island who can take you fly fishing in the rivers, streams and lakes for salmon, steelhead and trout.  Saltwater fly fishing for coho is particularly good during the first three weeks of September.  We will put together a programme to suit you and would suggest a week's stay.  Accommodation is selected around the best fishing areas.

Trolling

Trolling in open 17 foot Boston Whalers for surface feeding cohos is very popular.

Fishing Season: King Chinook - 15 April to 31 October (end July to mid October is Prime Time)

Pacific Salmon (Coho Silver - 1 Sept to 21 Oct) (Pink & Sockeye - 21 July to 20 August)

Steelhead - 15 March to 15 May and 1 August to 20 October

Trout - 1 May to 31 October

The Tyee Club - Chinook (King Salmon) 15 June to 15 September

A style of fishing unique to Campbell River; the river estuary is fished in a small rowing boat using light tackle, an artificial lure and a single hook with the hope of landing a "Tyee" (a chinook salmon) in excess of 30lbs.  During certain stages of the tide it is not uncommon to see countless numbers of surfacing fish in the 30-60lb range and this is when most of the huge fish are landed.  Successful anglers are eligible for membership of the Tyee Club

Recommended Stays:

There is a wide variety to choose from: the stylish April Point Lodge on Quadra Island opposite Campbell River, or the Coast Discovery Inn, a first class hotel in Campbell River. We would highly recommend a spending a few days at Long Beach in Tofino and Sonora Resort.  For those who would prefer self catering, we have a number of houses on Vancouver Island. 

Price Includes: Your first night in British Columbia is booked at the Delta Vancouver Airport.  Accommodation (room only at April Point), fishing, one guide for every two fishermen.
April Point - 4 x 4 hour fishing trips in Boston Whaler Boat or fly fishing.  Transfers to/from Campbell River Airport and the Lodge. The lodge is open 14 May - 7 Sep 2010.
Coast Discovery on room only - 3 days' guiding.

Not Included: International flights, meals, gratuities, items of a personal nature, fishing licence.

Long Beach Resort, Tofino

Experience the natural beauty, exceptional amenities and excellent cuisine at this lovely resort on the beach close to Tofino.  Choose accommodation in the Lodge with spectacular ocean views, or retreat to a tranquil, self-contained Rainforest Cottage.  All rooms are extremely comfortable with luxurious bathrooms, cottages have two bedrooms, two bathrooms, full kitchen, living area with gas fireplace and a private patio with hot tub.  The inspirational coastal setting and award-winning architecture offers a perfect escape from your everyday responsibilities.  Fly fishermen can enjoy, freshwater fishing for steelhead and trout, saltwater fly fishing for Coho Salmon, Sea-Run Cutthroat Trout and various species of Bottom fish and there game fishing for halibut, Chinook and Coho Salmon.

Other Activities

Hiking, kayaking, surfing, bear viewing, whale-watching, scuba diving and eco tours.  

Roche Lake Resort

Roche Lake Resort has 17 log chalets with living room, kitchen, double bedroom and bathroom and a loft room upstairs.   The main building houses the restaurant and bar. There is a swimming pool and hot tub and convenience store/tackle shop on the lake where boats can be hired.   We have guides in the area who can take you fishing for a few days and then you can fish on your own for the rest of your holiday.

Price Includes: Your first night at the Delta Vancouver Airport hotel, 7 nights accommodation at the resort, 3 days guided fishing (one guide for every two fishermen), car hire.

Not Included: International flights, meals, gratuities, fishing licence, items of a personal nature.

Lizard Creek Lodge

Lizard Creek Lodge is located in the Rocky Mountains at Fernie, about a 3-hour drive from Calgary or 1 hour from Cranbrook.  Excellent fishing on the Elk, Crowsnest and Oldman Rivers in Alberta.  The lodge is very comfortable and you will be accommodated in studios, one bedroom or two bedroom fully equipped apartments.  It has a restaurant, bar, gym, spa and outdoor pool.

Other Activities

Swimming, horse riding, hiking, white water rafting, sightseeing.

Price Includes: Your first night at the Delta Vancouver Airport hotel, 8 nights accommodation at the lodge - self catering, 2 days guided fishing (one guide for every two fishermen), car hire.

Not Included: International flights, meals, gratuities, fishing licence, items of a personal nature.

Northern Rockies Lodge

Northern Rockies Lodge is located on stunningly beautiful Muncho Lake in Northern British Columbia on the Alaska Highway. You can choose to stay in the main lodge or, if you are more adventurous, a rustic log cabin on the shores of a remote mountain lake only accessible by floatplane. The lodge is reached by plane from either Vancouver or Edmonton and has 21 comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and all meals are included.

The fishing area covers over 25,000 square miles of some of the most scenic and untouched wilderness in Northern America and you will be fishing where few have fished before for Arctic Grayling, Dolly Varden, Bull and Rainbow Trout, Lake Trout, Northern Pike, Walley and Rocky Mountain Whitefish. Fly fishing is best in July, August & September.

Other Activities

Hiking, flight-seeing

Price Includes: Your first night at the Delta Vancouver Airport hotel, 7 nights accommodation, 6 days fishing, car hire, all meals, licences and taxes.

Not Included: International flights, gratuities, and items of a personal nature.

Fraser River Lodge

Fraser River Lodge is a stunning log building on the shores of the Fraser River. It has comfortable rooms with private bathrooms and lovely food is served. The lodge has a bar, restaurant, spa, gym, games room, drying room and gift/tackle shop. Excellent fishing is offered for Sturgeon and steelhead. We have included prices for two or four people sharing a boat. You can also add a wilderness fishing trip to your stay which involves taking a jet boat to very remote rivers and streams. 

Seabird Island Cabins

Seabird Island Cabins are ideal for those who would prefer self catering. They have 1 or 2 bedrooms with full kitchen, bathroom and large living room and fire place. We also have motel accommodation available.

Price Includes: Round trip transfers from Vancouver airport, 7 nights in a twin room, all meals at the Fraser River Lodge (self-catering at the Seabird Island Cabins), use of games room, spa, gym, 6 days guided fishing and fishing licences.

Not Included: International flights, meals not listed, gratuities, items of a personal nature.