Welcome to Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge, deep in the heart of Katmai National Park, with easy access to world-class fly fishing in Alaska. Set on the legendary Alagnak River, this wilderness retreat offers all five Pacific Salmon species plus trophy Leopard Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char, and Grayling. This is untamed Alaska at its finest.
Sockeye are the first to run, followed by Silvers and Coho, with King Salmon arriving in July alongside powerful Chum. Hook into one of these in the fast Alagnak flows, and you’ll earn the fight of a lifetime.
With a fleet of jet boats and 160 acres of private riverfront, there’s not a rival rod or boat in sight. You’ll explore the Alagnak, Nonvianuk, and Kukaklek rivers with ease. Sight-cast to staging Salmon in crystal-clear water, swing flies for Rainbows in canyon runs, or navigate the technical Nonvianuk braids, with Grizzly Bears, Moose, Elk, and Bald Eagles often in view.
With two anglers per guide, each session is tailored to your goals, your pace, and your fish.
Whether it’s your first cast or your next trophy, Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge welcomes all anglers. With easy wading, expert guides, and quality gear, the wild has never been closer.
Book your Alaska fly fishing adventure with Sportquest Holidays today and experience the Alagnak’s legendary waters for yourself.
The season runs from June to September.
Season: 20th June to 31st July
Peak: 15th July to 31st July
Weight: 10lb to 35lb
Average Weight: 18lb
Season: 15th July to 15th August
Peak: 29th July to 15th August
Weight: 9lb to 25lb
Average Weight: 12lb
Season: 20th June to 31st July
Peak: 1st July to 21st July
Weight: 5lb to 15lb
Average Weight: 9lb
Season: 25th July to 30th September
Peak: 15th August to 15th September
Weight: 3lb to 16lb
Average Weight: 10lb
Season: 1st June to 30th September
Peak: 21st July to 12th September
Weight: 1lb to 17lb
Average Weight: 2.5lb
Season: 1st June to 30th September
Peak: 1st August to 30th September
Weight: 1lb to 20lb
Average Weight: 2lb
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Anchorage
Depart Any international airport - Arrive Anchorage
Depart: TBA
Arrive: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Transfer from Anchorage Airport to your overnight hotel
Transfer from Anchorage Airport to your overnight hotel
On arrival in Anchorage, take a taxi (not included) to your overnight hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the local area at your leisure.
Anchorage Standard Hotel
Overnight Accommodation
Anchorage Standard Hotel in a Twin Room on a Room only basis
Transfer from your overnight hotel to Anchorage Airport
Transfer from your overnight hotel to Anchorage Airport
In the morning, depending on your domestic flight schedule, you’ll need to take a taxi (not included) back to Anchorage Airport. We recommend arriving at least two hours before your departure time.
Depart Anchorage - Arrive King Salmon
Depart Anchorage - Arrive King Salmon
Depart: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
Arrive: King Salmon Airport
Transfer from King Salmon Airport to the local Bush Plane Hangar
Transfer from King Salmon Airport to the local Bush Plane Hangar
On arrival, you’ll be greeted by the lodge staff and taken on a short transfer to the local bush plane hangar. From there, you’ll depart in groups of 4 or 5, with a scenic flight of approximately 35 minutes to the lodge.
Depart King Salmon - Arrive ATA Lodge
Depart King Salmon - Arrive ATA Lodge
Depart: King Salmon Airport
Arrive: Trophy Lodge Airstrip
Transfer from Trophy Lodge Airstrip to ATA Lodge
Transfer from Trophy Lodge Airstrip to ATA Lodge
Upon arrival at the lodge, the staff will escort you to your cabin, assist with your belongings, and ensure you have everything you need for a comfortable stay.
After lunch, there will be a short orientation, after which you’re free to unwind or enjoy some wade-fishing in the productive riffles and pools right in front of the lodge.
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge in a Twin Standard Cabin on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
During your first two days of fishing, you’ll get to experience what ATA Lodge has to offer. Situated along the Upper Braids’ shores of the Alagnak River, inside the Katmai National Park, it consists of one hundred and sixty acres of prime riverfrontage.
A typical day starts at 7:00am with breakfast before heading out on the fleet of jet boats around 8:00am. Lunch is usually packed and taken on the shores, while you’ll fish through until late afternoon evening when you’ll return to the lodge for dinner.
All the fishing is based on two rods to one guide.
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge in a Twin Standard Cabin on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
By your third and fourth fishing day, hopefully you will have sampled some of the fantastic fly fishing ATA Lodge offers. If you don’t know, it is the perfect wilderness fishing retreat boasting a world-famous run of all five Pacific Salmon species and a host of resident fish, such as Leopard Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char and Grayling.
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge in a Twin Standard Cabin on a Full board basis
Fishing
Fishing
On your last two fishing days, if there’s a species of fish you haven’t caught but would like to try and catch, chat with your guides, and they will do their best to make it happen.
Note: At ATA it’s also possible to arrange fly-out trips to various remote locations at an additional cost.
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge
Overnight Accommodation
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge in a Twin Standard Cabin on a Full board basis
Transfer from ATA Lodge to the Trophy Lodge Airstrip
Transfer from ATA Lodge to the Trophy Lodge Airstrip
At the scheduled time, the lodge staff will accompany you and your belongings to the private airstrip, where you’ll board your return flight to King Salmon Airport.
Depart ATA Lodge - Arrive King Salmon
Depart ATA Lodge - Arrive King Salmon
Depart: Trophy Lodge Airstrip
Arrive: King Salmon Airport
Transfer from the local Bush Plane Hangar to King Salmon Airport
Transfer from the local Bush Plane Hangar to King Salmon Airport
On arrival, you’ll be transferred the short distance to King Salmon Airport in time for your flight to Anchorage.
Depart King Salmon - Arrive Anchorage
Depart King Salmon - Arrive Anchorage
Depart: King Salmon Airport
Arrive: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
Transfer from Anchorage Airport to your overnight hotel
Transfer from Anchorage Airport to your overnight hotel
On arrival in Anchorage, take a taxi (not included) to your overnight hotel. After checking in, the rest of the day is yours to relax or explore the local area at your leisure.
Anchorage Standard Hotel
Overnight Accommodation
Anchorage Standard Hotel in a Twin Room on a Room only basis
Transfer from your overnight hotel to Anchorage Airport
Transfer from your overnight hotel to Anchorage Airport
In the morning, depending on your international flight time, please allow enough time to take a taxi (not included) back to the airport for your return journey home. We recommend arriving at least 3 hours before your scheduled departure.
Depart Anchorage - Arrive Any international airport
Depart Anchorage - Arrive Any international airport
Depart: Ted Stevens Anchorage International Airport
Arrive: TBA
General Note
General Note
Please note: Depending on your chosen international airport, an overnight flight and/or hotel stay may be required, which may affect your departure and return dates. Your itinerary will be finalised once travel arrangements are confirmed.
Independent flight/travel arrangements can be accommodated, though our flight-inclusive packages are recommended to ensure seamless integration into your holiday plans.
Prices are shown per person and are based on twin rooms and two anglers per guide unless stated otherwise. All prices are accurate at the time of publication but may vary slightly depending on factors such as travel dates, booking time, airline pricing, or fuel surcharges set by the operators.
Flights are always priced at the most competitive rates available at the time of enquiry to ensure you receive the best possible value when booking.
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"Went salmon fishing with a friend and was overwhelmed by Wayne McGee's operation.
His family and staff took all the hassle out of a destination trip like this and we were able to just have fun fishing. I caught five different species of fish on my first day! I wish I could say it was skill, but it was the quality of their guides.
Great people, awesome location and a fantastic trip. I can't wait to come back..."
"The Alagnak River is shallow with easy wading. The accommodation is comfortable and the food was good. A family operation very hospitable.
I caught Coho everyday mostly Chums, lots of fish in the river. Rainbows, Grayling, Char also Pinks and Sockeye in my week"
"Thanks to the hospitality for Wayne and his entire family. The fishing was wonderful from the salmon , to the trout and grayling, and the guides were very knowledgeable. The accommodations were top notch and the food was delicious. We will be back."
"I have experienced dozens of Alaskan lodges over the past 25 years. I've seen the good, bad, and the ugly of housing, food, and fishing operations.
This was ATAL's first full year of operation under the McGee family's management and that made the experience even more impressive. The staff were great. They went beyond cooperative and pleasant, which you hope for at most lodges. They all went out of their way to be actively accommodating....to the point of making you feel like a welcomed family member. Also the housing was very nice, with comforts and finely finished construction you rarely see at a fly-in only location. The location on the Alagnak has abundant wildlife and scenery you could "eat with a spoon". Bring a good camera.
Conditions were tough throughout the Katmai region this summer and most rivers were well above "flood" conditions. This is when quality guides and a diverse river pay off. ATAL still managed to put me on enough trout, char, and grayling to make my arm sore by day's end. I wasn't fishing for salmon, but there were so many in the river, that I still caught several species by accident every day. This is an exceptional lodge."
"We were fortunate enough to visit the ATA Lodge as a family. (2 Adults & 1 x 9 year old child) We predominantly went for the fishing but little did we know it would be so much more than that....
The accomodation's are surprisingly comfy. They are basic but have everything that you need.
There is no TV's or phone service which we found was part of the charm. Wifi is available if you need it. We choose to stay "off the grid" which we really enjoyed for a week!
Meals are shared in the main dining room & they accomodate to your specific needs if you want but generally it was whatever they were serving up. Which was always delicious. It was nice sitting in the main dining room & chatting to other fishos and the guides!
The Lodge itself is set on a picturesque bend of the Alagnak River and you really feel like you are immersed in the Alaskan wild. The flight in confirms that you are in fact immersed in the Alaskan "wild"!!
As i said, we went for the fishing and never in our wildest dreams could we have imagined it would be so good! We caught MANY species of fish, most predominantly salmon. The sockeye were running, the Kings were about. Chum were plentiful, the pinks were playing and then there were the Grayling, the trout, the Char and so much more!! We used both fly & spin gear. Our 9 year old son learned how to fly cast for the first time & so did I! My husband who has fly fished for years just thoroughly enjoyed every minute and every cast!
Then there were the bears.... Baby bears, mamma bears, papa bears and bears fishing! YES FISHING!
We saw large moose cross the river whilst eating dinner and Wolf one day while pulling into a fishing spot.
Every time we came across a bear it was a BONUS a thrill and a moment we will always remember. We saw a minimum of two bears a day, everyday and we weren't really looking for them, we were looking for fish! NEVER did we feel unsafe or scared. The Guides are amazing.
The boats are fantastic and comfortable and they tackle the fast flowing river with ease.
One day we sacrificed some fishing time to make a trip to the gorge. It was worth it, we also visited a lake, again worth it!
I could go on & on about everything we loved about this trip & lodge but in short. It was magical. It was time for my family to bond & spend quality time together in the Alaskan Wild and it is a week i will cherish forever.
We are already planning on going back.......
The guides have great knowledge of the river & all the gear however we choose to take some of our own gear and use that. The lodge staff that look after your rooms & food are extremely friendly and by the end of the week its like you have known everyone your whole life!
A few tips. If you want to take alcohol buy it in Anchorage as King Salmon is expensive and limited choice. Take layers if travelling in July. It can be very cool in the morning then quite warm by lunch! A good waterproof jacket is a bonus. TAKE A CAMERA!! A Backpack is handy for taking on the boat for the day. A waterproof one is even better!"
"Another great trip from Sportquest"
"Good Lodge and Great Staff"
"Great place nice people but would prefer better accommodation, also the flights between King Salmon and the lodge are not great as too much waiting around
Staff and guides all first class."
"Our accommodation was good but having to share 1 toilet and 1 shower between 6 men is not really ideal and needs looking at.
The transfers from King Salmon to the lodge take too long and too much waiting around.
The staff were fantastic and nothing was to much trouble for them.
"
"Wayne & family were faultless but the logistics would stop me travelling again. We have friend who fished a lodge lower down the river from us 2 weeks later and they had a great time catching lots of Silvers. Obviously the Silver run was late compared with others"
The only access to the Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge is via bush plane, landing on a private airstrip located on the property. Awaiting you are welcoming wooden cabins equipped with running water, heating, and power to guarantee you a comfortable stay.
The Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge offers two riverfront cabin packages: deluxe cabins or standard cabins. The deluxe cabins were built with two extra windows with a private bath and shower for the two guests staying in the cabin. The standard cabins have two cabins sharing one larger bathroom and shower building with outside access nearby.
All of the guest cabins, including the main lodge, have spectacular views of the Alagnak River. The Dining Lodge is the centrepiece of the camp. Its where you take your meals, share stories and socialise after a day on the river. With lounge sofas, a fireplace and a stunning view of the river and surrounding mountains, this building is the town hall of our little village.
Wooden walkways connect all the private guest cabins and lead down to our naturally sheltered dock, where a fleet of jet boats are ready to access all the best fishing spots within minutes of the lodge. The Swiss Chalet on the hill is perfect for larger parties accommodating up to 8 guests comfortably and in style, not to mention taking in the “Million Dollar View”, where you can survey the rest of the property, river and mountains beyond.
The lodge offers some of the finest cuisines in the Alaskan wilderness. Each morning begins with a hot breakfast. For lunch, you’ll choose from an array of meats, cheeses, and condiments, so that each person can construct their perfect deli sandwich or shore lunch if you prefer. Your guide will keep your sandwich, along with a variety of snacks and refreshments, in his cooler. Guides can also prepare shore lunches during the Salmon season if this is your preference.
Appetisers are served at 5:30 p.m. daily on the lodge’s deck, where you can view the river. Dinner served between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m., and the dress is casual. The dinner menu includes fresh steaks, baked Salmon, grilled lemon pepper Chicken, Italian or Mexican night and barbecued baby back ribs, and wine included. If you have any special dietary needs, please let us know in advance so that they can accommodate you.
Alaska Adventures Lodge does not sell or supply alcoholic beverages other than wine with dinner. If you wish to have alcoholic drinks during your stay, please purchase them in King Salmon and bring them with you. They can provide you with ice cubes and mixers, such as Coca-Cola, 7UP, tonic water, etc.
Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge is the perfect wilderness fishing retreat boasting a world-famous run of all five Pacific Salmon species. Plus a host of resident fish, such as Leopard Rainbow Trout, Arctic Char and Grayling. The lodge sits along the Upper Braids’ shores of the Alagnak River, offering fly fishermen a trip of a lifetime inside the Katmai National Park. The lodge consists of one hundred and sixty acres of prime river frontage located in the most iconic section of the Alagnak, known as the Upper Braids.
The lodge is situated 55 miles upriver from the Alagnak River’s mouth, where it drains into Kvichak Bay in the Bristol Bay region of Katmai National Park. This lodge’s location is just perfect; a short 25-minute flight from King Salmon means that the lodge is far enough upstream to be well away from lodges located on the river’s lower sections. This isolation gives access to tons of water, providing the real thrill of wilderness fishing without other boats’ buzz from other lodges spoiling your solitude. Combining Wayne and his family hospitality and dedication to service with the position and unique fishing, you will be hard pushed to find a more relaxed lodge in Alaska.
Just 6 miles upstream from the lodge is where two rivers (Kukaklek and Nonvianuk) join the Alagnak. Because of the Alaska Trophy Adventures Lodge prime location and a fleet of jet boats, you can access all three rivers and many species that swim through the rivers. Transport up and down the central river systems is by traditional boats equipped with powerful 50 or 60hp engines. For anyone who would like a day out to explore the lower sections of the main river, the lodge has a more powerful jetboat with a canopy and seats which can get you (50 miles away) in a little over an hour.
Alagnak and its tributaries are like many other Alaskan rivers as it has a solid run each year of all five Pacific Salmon species. The Sockeye run is the most prolific and the first fish to run quickly, followed by the Silvers /Coho Salmon. The river also has a good run of King Salmon (Chinooks) in July. Due to the distance these fish have to travel, they will have some colour; however, this does not distract from their fighting ability. Along with the Kings also comes in superior numbers (Chum), which are extremely tough fighters. If you connect with any of these Salmon in the powerful currents, you will get a fight of a lifetime. The Trout, Grayling and Arctic Char are what many guides love to fish for more than anything else. The Alagnak and its many braids offer countless opportunities to enjoy many hours chasing these species. Below we have given you a little more detail on the three main river sections you will be fishing.
This prestigious river is located within Katmai National Park, with its headwaters in the surrounding mountains and draining into Bristol Bay. It is also known as the Branch River for its seemingly endless braided river channels. Wading and fishing are accessible on the many small natural islands and gravel bars, which the river flow creates. The Alagnak has world-famous runs of all five Pacific Salmon species and is home to a host of resident fish. Crystal clear water allows for perfect stalking conditions, whilst slow runs and fast riffles are commonplace, with pools well suited to holding pods of staging Salmon, often 35+ lbs., when targeting the kings. With hatches occurring throughout the season, it is rare to see a resident Trout or Grayling rise.
Flowing out of Kukaklek Lake, the river runs 19-miles through mostly fast-flowing technical water until it reaches the confluence and joins with the Nonvianuk River to form the Alagnak. The Kukaklek is well known for its short section of narrow, class 3 rapids contained by steep canyon walls. When fishing this unique river, we spend most of our time either in the lower 5 miles or the upper 6 miles, ideal for targeting Rainbow Trout. The upper section near the lake’s mouth is excellent Trout fishing, particularly as the Salmon start to spawn.
The Nonvianuk River runs 11-miles from its mouth at Nonvianuk Lake to meet the Kukaklek River to form the Alagnak. The Nonvianuk river is mostly class 2 technical water, with many bolder gardens and shallow sections. Surrounded by rolling hills of tundra, there is a very “open feel” to the Nonvianuk River, and it is a beautiful place to fish. The upper 4 miles of this river is the most productive, and much like the Kukaklek; it holds an abundance of Trout.
Any lodge is only as good as its guides, and ATA Lodge has a solid regular guide base. All the guides are very knowledgeable about the river, environment and come very well prepared with flies, light tackle, rods, reels, everything you could need for a full day of fun on the river.
Fishing each day is based on two anglers per guide, and each evening you will be debriefed by your guide to ensure you know what to expect and confident you are prepared for whatever the next day brings. You can come as either an experienced angler or a beginner; the lodge caters to all abilities, as the guides like nothing more than teaching people and sharing their passion for catching fish. You access all the fishing by jet boats, so there is not much walking each day. The wading is easy, so everyone should be able to cope. The lodge can provide fishing tackle, excluding waders and boots. If you would like to use the lodge loaner tackle, please make sure you contact us beforehand to inform the lodge you wish to use their equipment. This way, it will all be ready for you when you arrive.
The other fantastic thing about ATA Lodge is the wildlife on this trip would be enough for a holiday in its own right; each day, you are amongst nature like you are on safari in Alaska. You will see everything from giant Grizzly Bears, Moose, Elk and Bald Eagles. ATA lodges location on the Alagnak is deep in bear country, and there is often bears within sight of the main lodge. On this Alaskan holiday, you will always want your camera on hand.
Went salmon fishing with a friend and was overwhelmed by Wayne McGee's operation.
His family and staff took all the hassle out of a destination trip like this and we were able to just have fun fishing. I caught five different species of fish on my first day! I wish I could say it was skill, but it was the quality of their guides.
Great people, awesome location and a fantastic trip. I can't wait to come back...
The Alagnak River is shallow with easy wading. The accommodation is comfortable and the food was good. A family operation very hospitable.
I caught Coho everyday mostly Chums, lots of fish in the river. Rainbows, Grayling, Char also Pinks and Sockeye in my week
Hi John
Thanks for both your feedback and custom as it is always appreciated.
Also thanks for taking the time to clear up some issues that had been circulated and that were totally incorrect.
Glad to see that you caught lots of fish and I look forward in seeing all the pictures.
Talk again soon
Peter
Thanks to the hospitality for Wayne and his entire family. The fishing was wonderful from the salmon , to the trout and grayling, and the guides were very knowledgeable. The accommodations were top notch and the food was delicious. We will be back.
I have experienced dozens of Alaskan lodges over the past 25 years. I've seen the good, bad, and the ugly of housing, food, and fishing operations.
This was ATAL's first full year of operation under the McGee family's management and that made the experience even more impressive. The staff were great. They went beyond cooperative and pleasant, which you hope for at most lodges. They all went out of their way to be actively accommodating....to the point of making you feel like a welcomed family member. Also the housing was very nice, with comforts and finely finished construction you rarely see at a fly-in only location. The location on the Alagnak has abundant wildlife and scenery you could "eat with a spoon". Bring a good camera.
Conditions were tough throughout the Katmai region this summer and most rivers were well above "flood" conditions. This is when quality guides and a diverse river pay off. ATAL still managed to put me on enough trout, char, and grayling to make my arm sore by day's end. I wasn't fishing for salmon, but there were so many in the river, that I still caught several species by accident every day. This is an exceptional lodge.
We were fortunate enough to visit the ATA Lodge as a family. (2 Adults & 1 x 9 year old child) We predominantly went for the fishing but little did we know it would be so much more than that....
The accomodation's are surprisingly comfy. They are basic but have everything that you need.
There is no TV's or phone service which we found was part of the charm. Wifi is available if you need it. We choose to stay "off the grid" which we really enjoyed for a week!
Meals are shared in the main dining room & they accomodate to your specific needs if you want but generally it was whatever they were serving up. Which was always delicious. It was nice sitting in the main dining room & chatting to other fishos and the guides!
The Lodge itself is set on a picturesque bend of the Alagnak River and you really feel like you are immersed in the Alaskan wild. The flight in confirms that you are in fact immersed in the Alaskan "wild"!!
As i said, we went for the fishing and never in our wildest dreams could we have imagined it would be so good! We caught MANY species of fish, most predominantly salmon. The sockeye were running, the Kings were about. Chum were plentiful, the pinks were playing and then there were the Grayling, the trout, the Char and so much more!! We used both fly & spin gear. Our 9 year old son learned how to fly cast for the first time & so did I! My husband who has fly fished for years just thoroughly enjoyed every minute and every cast!
Then there were the bears.... Baby bears, mamma bears, papa bears and bears fishing! YES FISHING!
We saw large moose cross the river whilst eating dinner and Wolf one day while pulling into a fishing spot.
Every time we came across a bear it was a BONUS a thrill and a moment we will always remember. We saw a minimum of two bears a day, everyday and we weren't really looking for them, we were looking for fish! NEVER did we feel unsafe or scared. The Guides are amazing.
The boats are fantastic and comfortable and they tackle the fast flowing river with ease.
One day we sacrificed some fishing time to make a trip to the gorge. It was worth it, we also visited a lake, again worth it!
I could go on & on about everything we loved about this trip & lodge but in short. It was magical. It was time for my family to bond & spend quality time together in the Alaskan Wild and it is a week i will cherish forever.
We are already planning on going back.......
The guides have great knowledge of the river & all the gear however we choose to take some of our own gear and use that. The lodge staff that look after your rooms & food are extremely friendly and by the end of the week its like you have known everyone your whole life!
A few tips. If you want to take alcohol buy it in Anchorage as King Salmon is expensive and limited choice. Take layers if travelling in July. It can be very cool in the morning then quite warm by lunch! A good waterproof jacket is a bonus. TAKE A CAMERA!! A Backpack is handy for taking on the boat for the day. A waterproof one is even better!
Another great trip from Sportquest
Good Lodge and Great Staff
Richard thank you again for both your custom and reviews as they are always both very much appreciated. Looking forward in organising your next adventures.
Great place nice people but would prefer better accommodation, also the flights between King Salmon and the lodge are not great as too much waiting around
Staff and guides all first class.
Miles
Thank you so much for taking the time to complete the feedback form as your feedback and comments are always extremely useful.
Also thanks for the little tips about the Maldives I will let you know how I get on
Kind Regards
Peter
Our accommodation was good but having to share 1 toilet and 1 shower between 6 men is not really ideal and needs looking at.
The transfers from King Salmon to the lodge take too long and too much waiting around.
The staff were fantastic and nothing was to much trouble for them.
Hi Ken
Thanks for the feedback and comments, Wayne and his team are working hard on updating the lodge and accommodations and I am sure with time they will just keep improving.
The transfers for this year was a pain as right just before the start of the season the flights that had been planned the flight operator pulled out.
Yes the staff a re great and everyone says good things about them and I am sure I will pass on your kind comments.
Just wanted to thank you again for your continued support and custom as it is always very much appreciated.
I look forward in dealing with you again soon
Tight Lines Peter
Wayne & family were faultless but the logistics would stop me travelling again. We have friend who fished a lodge lower down the river from us 2 weeks later and they had a great time catching lots of Silvers. Obviously the Silver run was late compared with others
Robert
As normal thanks for all your feedback and custom as it is all very much appreciated. Shame the fish run was late and yes the travel / transfer to the lodge are not ideal. Glad you all caught a few fish even though they did not turn out to be all bright chrome Silvers.
Again thanks for your continued support and I look forward in organising the next trip with you.
Join our exclusive hosted week at Two River Valley Lodge, designed for single anglers looking to explore Greenland’s wild west coast with like-minded travellers. Enjoy world-class fly fishing for sea-run Arctic Char across two pristine rivers, breathtaking Arctic scenery and comfortable wilderness lodge accommodation in a truly remote setting.
Our Wilderness Heli Fishing expedition offers travelling rods the chance to experience world-class fly fishing above the Arctic Circle in northern Sweden. This fully guided trip utilises four different helipads, flying anglers out to some of the most beautiful and remote spots in the country, wetting a fly for a for Brown Trout, Arctic Char, Grayling and Pike.
Designed for complete beginners and experienced fly fishers alike, this hosted Kalum River Lodge trip with our Sportquest Holidays host is perfect for either single anglers or small groups of friends. Enjoy the benefit of having a fully qualified host with you at all times, as well as enjoying privacy and comfort with private single rooms.
Two River Valley on Greenland’s stunning west coast offers a complete wilderness fishing experience, with world-class fly fishing for sea-run Arctic char across two pristine rivers. Surrounded by dramatic landscapes, abundant wildlife, and some of the most untouched waters on earth, it’s a true angler’s paradise.
In this lonely place of the Andes the King Salmon have developed a healthy population that continues to grow every year due to low fishing pressure and not having many predators. We have developed this fishing as an extension to our Sea Trout fishing packages, it can also be added to our Golden Dorado.
