BOOK EARLY - SPOTS ARE FILLING UP FAST
Our customers enjoy the benefits of fishing unclassified waters, unlike other rivers in the region (such as the Elk and St. Mary to the east). This means no daily fees, which can lead to substantial savings during extended trips.
All fishing packages come with light snacks and water. Guests are encouraged to bring their favourite flies and tackle. Certain flies can also be purchased from your guide, so please check with them before departing.
*Please note: While we understand the importance of photography and capturing a shot of these beautiful fish, we ask our guests to limit the number of photo requests with live fish, for both the health of the fish, and your safety.
We accept cash, cheque, & money order
*Prices based on per boat
eTransfers now accepted - contact us for more information
Advanced Booking & Cancellation Policy
Advanced Booking Requirements:
2 weeks notice for the months of October, November, December,
January, February, March, April, May2 to 4 weeks notice for the months of June, July, August, September
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Your deposit will be refunded in whole if you give Mountain Valley Sports Fishing & Tours 30 days or more notice of intent to cancel. Within 30 days, if the guide assigned cannot be re-booked for the day of cancellation, your deposit will be forfeited. We understand that unforeseen circumstances sometimes occur that lead to cancelling a trip, and therefore we reserve the right to make refund decisions on a case by case basis. Trips that are cancelled by the guide alone, or by a joint guide/client angler decision due to weather, health concerns or other uncontrollable circumstances will result in a full refund if rescheduling isn't possible.
PRIMETIME DRIES ON THE COLUMBIA - ROUND 1
2 People
5-6 Hours of Dry Fly Action
$625 CAD / $480 USD (taxes included)
Includes water & snacks
MOST POPULAR - LIMITED AVAILABILITY
Available only in July and early August, this trip tests your skills against the hungry, aggressive trophy rainbows who feast on the intense caddis hatches during the late afternoon and evening, all month long.
5-6 hours is all you'll need to get into some of the best rainbow trout dry fly action available anywhere in the world, making this trip an exceptional value.
Availability is limited so we strongly recommend booking this trip as early as possible.
PRIMETIME ON THE COLUMBIA - ROUND 2
2 People
5-6 Hours of Fishing Action
$625 CAD / $480 USD (taxes included)
Includes water & snacks
This is a great time of year to catch beautiful Columbia River Rainbows on the large October Caddis patterns or swing them below the surface. Streamer fishing can be very productive this time a year as well. If you're a Spey fisherman we have you covered, as we have been guiding the lower section below Trail BC since the early 1990’s and know all the productive wading runs where the large healthy specimens hang out. There is a lot of water, and structure to cover along this stretch of river. These fall rainbows are in super condition due to summer the summer smorgasbord diet of caddis. So come hook a few for yourself to get the real experience.
5-6 hours is all you'll need to get into some of the best rainbow trout action available anywhere in the world, making this trip an exceptional value.
Availability is limited so we strongly recommend booking this trip as early as possible.
GILLIGAN PRIMETIME FISH AND SIPS
2 People
3 Hours of Evening Dry Fly Action
$380 CAD / $280 USD (taxes included)
Starting in the early evening, and ending at dark, this adventure is designed to highlight the evening Caddis hatch on the Columbia River. This drift is a Dwayne D'Andrea "Signature Outing" as Dwayne is the sole guide on these trips.
This trip is only available in the months of June and July, so please book early.
WALLEYE ADVENTURE
2 People - 8 Hours
$775 CAD / $560 USD (taxes included)
2 People - 5 Hours
$665 CAD / $490 USD (taxes included)
Did you know the stretch of the Columbia River we fish is packed with Walleye? It is, and because this species is invasive to our waters, the daily limit to keep walleye is unusually high (16 fish per person, any size), making it possible to fill your cooler in just a few hours. Depending on the time of year, these fish can be caught using traditional gear/tackle (jigs and trolling), and on the fly, providing excellent action for any angler. Guest equipment is available for clients who can't bring their own.
This trip is available all year (spring, summer, fall and winter).
ARROW LAKES FISHING
1 to 4 People
8 Hours of Trolling
$800 CAD / $580 USD (taxes included)
Join Wayne Briggeman, our #1 Arrow Lake guide with over 40 years of local fishing knowledge and experience. Cruising in our 23 ft Alumaweld all-weather boat, you can troll for large rainbows and bull trout. Techniques will include trolling plugs with downriggers to allow us to get down to the feeding zones and the home of the large fish.
We also have some trade secrets that work consistently on the success ratio of landing larger fish.
We will pick you up at the Sandman Inn Parking Lot in Castlegar, or alternatively you can meet us at Scotties Marina on the Arrow Lake. Duration of the trip is based on 8 hrs starting at 7:30 AM
Lunch can be provided for an additional $15 and can be tailored to specific dietary needs (this can be confirmed with your guide ahead of time).
Trips will include all fishing equipment, but exclude fishing licences. These can be purchased separately here: www.fishing.gov.bc.ca
This trip is available in the spring, summer, fall and winter.
