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Getting to and from Royal Wolf Lodge
We operate on a 7 day week. Guests arrive and depart Royal Wolf Lodge on Fridays. Once you are booked with the lodge, we will send you a detailed itinerary for your flight schedule to and from the lodge.
Cost: Your round trip flight to/from RWL is included in your fishing week costs.
*All flights subject to change due to weather or conditions we cannot control. We highly recommend providing RWL with your cell phone number so that we may keep you informed with any weather changes that may, or may not occur.
1. Fly into Anchorage
2. Uber or Taxi to Lake and Peninsula Air
1740 E. 5th Avenue Anchorage, AK 99501
3. Fly to Iliamna
Once in Iliamna you will be met by our staff and transported to float planes for the final leg of your journey.
ANCHORAGE ACCOMMODATIONS
Captain Cook Hotel
5th Avenue & K Street Anchorage AK 99501 | Phone: (800) 843-1959
The Captain Cook has been called the premeir Hotel in Anchorage. It offers Great Alaskan decor and is located downtown within close walking distance to several great resturants. It also has a first-class Men’s and Women’s Athletic Club within the hotel. Ask for the Rainbow River Lodge discount rate of $250/night (deluxe room) or $305 (jr. suite).
You may book online by visiting www.captaincook.com.
Lakefront Anchorage
4800 Spenard Anchorage, AK 99517-3226 | Phone:(907) 243-2300
The Lakefront Anchorage is a popular choice among guests. They are located close to Anchorage International Airport and right on the largest floatplane base in the world.
Book now by visiting www.millenniumhotels.com/en/anchorage/the-lakefront-anchorage/#/
Holiday Inn Express Anchorage Airport
4411 Spenard Road Anchorage, AK 99517 | Reservations: (907) 248 – 8848
The Holiday Inn Express is an excellent choice for our guests. They are located close to Anchorage International Airport. The newly remodeled hotel offers a free shuttle to/from the Anchorage Airport as well as complimentary breakfast and an indoor heated pool and hot tub. Ask for the Rainbow River Lodge rate of $194/night.
You may also book online by clicking this Sport Fishing Rate link or visiting www.hiexpress.com/anchorageapt pick your dates, select change search and add corporate ID 786920237 to receive the discounted pricing.
Alex Hotel and Suites
4615 Spenard Road Anchorage, AK 99517 | Reservations: (907) 243-3131
Free shuttle service available from Ted Stevens airport to Lake and Peninsula Airlines. Located just 5 minutes from the international airport. This is a great choice for those who are looking to save a little money while still expecting a good night’s rest. They also have a walk in freezer available to guests. Ask for the ‘Sportfishing’ rate of $149/night.
Important Information
Arrival at “Branham Hangar” for your departure to the lodge should be one hour before flight time. You will not go through a security check, but your name will be on the flight manifest held by the pilot. There is a waiting room and bathroom facilities at the hangar.
Reservations for the Caravan flight will be made through Royal Wolf Lodge, or your booking agent; we will automatically reserve space for you, unless notified otherwise.
Please let RWL know your arrival and departure times into/out-of Anchorage, ASAP. If there is a known flight preference at time of booking, please make it known at that time and we will do what we can to make it happen.
RWL Policy/Recommendation: Due to potential flight delays, weather factors, passenger loads and other unanticipated factors, we highly recommend guests fly into ANC the Thursday before their flight to RWL, and fly out of ANC on Saturday, the day after their return from RWL. This will require getting a hotel room on each end, however the reduction in ‘delay induced stress’ has proven to be worth the extra time (also ANC has a lot to offer visitors). Departure flights from ANC should not be any earlier than 5:00 PM on Friday, or you might risk ticket changes, or missed flights. RWL will not be held responsible for missed flights/ticket changes.
If you need to arrive or depart at times other than our scheduled flights, you will be responsible for hiring a private air taxi to deliver or pick you up at the lodge at your expense, which is normally higher than our flight costs.
We highly suggest trip insurance. Remember, you are flying in Alaska and there should be excess time available in the event of inclement weather. Weather delays are not unusual; so do not make reservations based on specific flight times listed on this schedule.
Luggage/Weight: Soft-sided luggage is strongly recommended, with a maximum weight of 60 pounds per person. The pilot would prefer two smaller bags, as opposed to one large one, if at all possible, due to easier handling and weight restrictions. (Bear spray is NOT allowed on any flight, it is illegal to have on the plane.)
Arrival to RWL: Upon arrival at the lodge, the first flight will be served a buffet style lunch, or snack. After lunch you will have time to unpack and get your equipment in order. The second flight will arrive in time for appetizers, which will be served at 5:30 – 6:00, and dinner at 7:00. Dinner will be followed by a welcoming speech explaining the next day’s routine and bear indoctrination.