Igiugig Lodge
Iliamna,

Bristol Bay, Alaska

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GENERAL INFORMATION FOR IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALAKSA
Bristol Bay and Lake Iliamna and the Kvichak River are a legendary Alaska fishing trifecta of awe inspiring phrases. For those of us lucky enough to have fished for huge rainbow trout on the ribbons of the Kvichak River, the memories are burned into our brain matter as well as our digital cameras and hard drives. There is really no place like this on the planet so flyfishing addicts from all over the world travel to fish here each summer in hopes of catching the giant rainbow trout that lurk in the rich protein filled waters.

Brad Waitman, a twenty-eight year veteran Alaskan guide and floatplane pilot will be your host, fishing guide, and taxi driver as you fly to remote, lightly pressured areas that he has scouted in his many years as an Alaska guide and charter pilot.ACCOMMODATIONS AT IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALAKSA
The Igiugig Lodge is small and comfortable with room for five anglers maximum. There is no other place in the region that a group of four can have the lodge to themselves. You will have the complete and total attention of his staff and Brad himself as you fish hard all day then come back to unwind and watch movies on the big screen. You will have complete control of your fishing week. Your group decides how long you'll fish and what species to target.

There are no steep stairs to climb at the lodge, and there is phenomenal rainbow trout fishing right outside your door if you want to go out and make use of the almost unlimited fishing light that Bristol Bay Alaska is known for in the summer months.

DAILY ROUTINE AT IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALAKSA
Wake-up about 6:00 a.m. and stroll in to the main lodge for your morning cup of coffee and breakfast. Meals are served family-style, all you can eat. The breakfast menu consists of the usual eggs, bacon, potatoes, cold cereal, oatmeal, fresh fruit, baked goods and some clients’ favorite - bagels with cream cheese and smoked salmon.While guests are gearing up for the day, the kitchen crew packs coolers for lunches which include deli-style sandwiches, chips, cookies and fruit. We always include a thermos of coffee, water bottles and soda. Hot shore lunches are also an option, with fresh caught fish prepared stream-side.
With your waders on, rain coat, sunglasses, camera and lucky fishing hat, you are ready to depart for the day’s adventure. Your guide will be waiting to take you either by jet boat for a day on the Kvichak River, or by floatplane for a day of fly-out fishing to nearby rivers, depending on where the fish are throughout the season. Your guides will give you options and recommendations, then we spend the day having fun and doing our best to make your arms sore from catching fish.

About 6:00 p.m. we get you back safe and sound to the lodge in time to pull your waders off and take a hot shower, and then gather in the main lodge for what we affectionately call “Liars Hour” where appetizers are served and stories are told. Dinner is served family-style at 7:30. Over the course of the week you can expect the following: grilled ribeye, new york, or t-bone steaks, king crab, a variety of shish-kabobs, baby-back ribs, barbecued chicken, shrimp scampi, halibut, and everyone’s favorite - fresh caught wild Alaskan salmon. Alongside entrees we serve various side dishes and fresh baked bread, followed by homemade desserts.  We are happy to accommodate special dietary needs, please just let us know in advance.After dinner, some guests like to hit the beach in front of the lodge which is one of the best holes on the river in the evening. It’s always a great way to end the day, watching the sun go down with a rod in hand and a few fish being landed. If you would rather relax indoors before retiring to bed, there is a flat-screen television with a library of dvds to view, a fully stocked fly-tying table, and a shelf of books to read. We also have a computer with internet service for you to check e-mails if business won’t let you rest. There is a phone in the main lodge and we recommend you bring a calling card with you for calls home or to the office.FISHING INFORMATION AT IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALAKSA
Igiugig Lodge is located right at the mouth of the Kvichak river (pronounced KWEE-JACK). The Kvichak is a big river draining Lake Illiamna, the largest lake in Alaska. Though much of the water on the Kvichak is big by any standard, there are miles and miles of intimate braids containing the famous monster Alaskan rainbow trout. Trophy tr

out are an easy cast away, ready to test anglers of any skill level. Whether your group consists of hard-core flyfishers, or spin fishers, this place will take your breath away with the quality and quantity of large rainbows. Toss in the awe-inspiring beauty of true Alaskan wilderness and you have a recipe for an Alaska fishing trip of a lifetime!FLY OUT FISHING AT IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALASKA
The locals know the best fishing places. And Brad is a true local.

At Igiugig Lodge we'll fly you to other rivers and lakes in the area. Fly-Outs give us the flexibility to fish where the fishing is the best no matter what time of the season you are here. Our location allows us to quickly reach the best fly fishing streams in Alaska. From our lodge we can reach streams that have trophy rainbows, explosive-striking pike, beautiful grayling, arctic char, and of course, salmon. The fishing on the Kvichak may be so good you won't want to leave, but what's a trip to Alaska without float planes and big fish?RAINBOW TROUT
Imagine yourself standing knee deep in a crystal clear river. In front of you are literally millions of bright red, spawning sockeye salmon. You cast your fly line out into the swirling current, and just as the line passes in front of you it pulls tight. A 30 inch slab of powerful Alaskan rainbow comes spiraling up out of the water in a tremendous leap, then dashes off downstream.For the fly fisherman, Alaska is synonymous with giant rainbow trout. Most anglers coming to Alaska are searching for these beautiful, strong game fish. The rainbows in this area are all wild... no hatcheries here. These rainbow trout spend the winters in lake Illiamna, and other large lakes nearby, waiting for the summer months when the sun is out and the food is plentiful. The best rainbow fishing is August through September, but we catch large rainbows all season long.

ARCTIC GRAYLING
You’re standing in a river at the tail of a riffle, false casting a light rod, waiting for him to rise again. “Come on, there are mayflies everywhere” you think to yourself. There! He just rose. You lay out a cast just upstream of the rising fish. As your fly drifts towards the spot, the fish leaps completely out of the water, gracefully arcs through the air, and takes your fly as it plunges back into the water. Where are you? If you said Montana, you were off by a few thousand miles. You’re in Alaska, fishing for grayling.

Arctic grayling average about 15 inches and are always willing to rise to a dry fly. Grayling are wonderful fish on light tackle and are plentiful. Grayling are often overshadowed by the flashier rainbows and salmon; it’s well worth taking the time to fish for them. You can catch grayling all season.

ARCTIC CHAR
Arctic char, a very close relative of Dolly Varden, are a large relative of the trout. Arctic char are a freshwater fish, but look very similar to their sea-run cousin which also goes by the name Dolly Varden. To make things more complicated, another closely related species, the bull trout, is sometimes also refered to as Dolly Varden. Regardless, arctic char are caught all season long and are absolutely beautiful. Early in the season the fish are silver with pale pink spots, but as spawning season approaches the fish change colors until they are bright green and red. Be sure to have a camera along when fishing for arctic char. Fish average 4 lbs but can get much larger.

NORTHERN PIKE
Northern pike are ferocious. There is simply no better way to describe them. These fish eat anything unlucky enough to get in their way... including each other! Fishing for pike is an adrenaline packed experience; with each cast your fly might be devoured by a 50 inch northern pike. Once hooked pike make explosive runs and will quickly bury themselves in the weeds. Wire leaders are a must as these fish have large, sharp teeth. We fish for pike all season long.

ADDITIONAL ACTIVITIES AT IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALASKA
Wildlife viewing, photography, and relaxing. This is primarily a fishing lodge but the photography enthusiasts will be in heaven!
HOW TO GET TO IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALASKA
Fly into Anchorage where you will overnight at one of the local hotels near the airport unless you can get into Anchorage early enough to make the flight the same day. If not, then early the next morning, you'll make your way to the Merrill Field by taxi or shuttle and board your flight to Iliamna and the town of Igiugig on Dena'ina Air. You'll be met by our representatives and transferred to the lodge by van.

2012 RATES FOR IGIUGIG LODGE, BRISTOL BAY ALASKA

$5900 per person for six days of fishing and seven nights accommodations.

RATES INCLUDE:

• 6 full days guided fishing, including a minimum of three fly-outs, Plus you can fish the day you arrive and the day you leave.

• Use of rods, reels, waders, boots, flies and other fishing equipment including boats, planes and fuel.

• Food
  
• Drinks
• Lodging with daily room and laundry service
  
• Transportation from the town of Igiugig to the lodge and back.

RATES DO NOT INCLUDE:

• Transportation to Iliamna, Alaska by floatplane out of Anchorage
• Gratuities for guide and lodge staff
  
• Fishing licenses are available online - CLICK HERE TO BUY YOUR LICENSE!

Here are a few more photos of the fish you'll be catching and the scenic views!

Sockeye Salmon on the Fly!

Pink Salmon - Humpy!

Huge Kvichak Rainbow Trout

Beautiful Alaskan Pike!

Chum or Dog Salmon!

Alaskan Arctic Grayling!

Chinook or King Salmon!

Alaskan Arctic Char

Alaskan Blueberries!

Amazing Photo of Sockeye Salmon in Mid Flight!

Aerial view of Igiugig Lodge in Bristol Bay, Alaska

Shore lunch is amazing!

Remote Alaska Cabin!

An aerial view of the lodge!

Sometimes you just have to rest!

After August 10, you can enjoy a "Cast and Blast" for trout, salmon, and ptarmigan on one or more of your fishing days. Brad provides shotguns, shells, and you can get your Alaska hunting license online at the lodge!