Covid 19: Currently Alaska has eliminated all covid requirements. It is up to each city and borough to have any requirements. Juneau at the current time does not have any requirements but offers free testing and vaccinations at the airport for those that want them. Please check Juneau requirements before making your trip.

Seasick Prevention: You will be fishing within the protected waters of the Inside Passage, as well as the outside waters along the coast. You never know how you will react on the water. Talk to your pharmacist about the remedies available as well as your doctor. Some people use the Scopolamine Transdermal Patch or Bonine tablets as a precaution. But check with your doctor ahead of time as the patch is available by prescription only.

Fishing License: An Alaska sport-fishing license is required for all non-residents 16 and over. You need to purchase your license on-line ahead of time for your trip. Our internet will not handle purchasing of them at the lodge. Visit ADF&G Alaska web site to purchase your license. https://www.adfg.alaska.gov/Store/ The cost for a 7-day license is $70.00 and a King Salmon stamp is $45.00 for a 7-day stamp. Each person NEEDS their own license and print them out ahead of time and bring them with in a folder. We will have little carriers for them at the lodge when you arrive and we get you all settled. For repeat guests this is new. We used to be able to sell licenses at the lodge so please get your licenses ahead of time.

Weather: Be prepared for rain or misty mornings at least 1-2 days per week while fishing. We provide raingear. We don’t go above a 3XL in sizes, if you need a larger size, we suggest bringing your own. We suggest dressing in layers along with thick warm socks and plenty of them.

Meals: If you have any food allergies or special diet requirements, please provide this information to us as soon as possible. With prior notice we will be able to serve you better and it takes about 2 weeks to get food supplies to the lodge. Our mealtimes are fairly casual, after a long day of fishing and pulling in big fish you will just want to relax so bring whatever you feel comfortable in. We will have a sit-down breakfast along with continental options for if you’re not a big breakfast eater. We will have sandwiches provided along with a variety of snacks and fruit to bring with you on the boat. When you return from your day of fishing, we will have appetizers and a sit-down dinner at 7pm. We do have a variety of sodas available. We will have Alaskan Brewing beer and a white and red wine on tap. Any specific beer or hard alcohol you would like, will have to be bought in Juneau before your flight out to Elfin Cove. We cannot provide alcohol on the boat. Alcohol for the boats can be bought in Juneau ahead of time and we can refrigerate it for you and get it on your boat in the morning.

Packing: Most airlines allow up to 50 pounds of luggage. We have a washer and dryer, so you do not need to overpack. Items recommended: 2 Sweatshirts and T-shirts gloves for fishing Bathing suit for hot tub fleece or hooded sweatshirt Casual pair of pants long underwear; under armor Sunglasses, sunscreen boot inserts/ gel insoles

Floatplane: We will arrange the floatplane to the lodge. Normally they depart Juneau around 4 pm. You need to be in Juneau by the 3:30pm to catch the floatplane. Alaska Airlines and Delta are the only airlines that fly into Juneau. On departure day the floatplane picks you up around 9 am. The flight is about 30-40 minutes. We use Ward Air as our floatplane operator to and from Elfin Cove. They are located right next to the airport walking distance. However, if you have lots of big luggage you can call them at 907-789-9150 when you land, and they will come pick you up in a van and get you all checked in for your flight. Again, we will arrange the floatplanes to and from the lodge, your group just needs to check in together and we will take care of the rest. The floatplane is a separate payment and will be settled up at the end of your stay with us.

Phones: The lodge phone number is 907-239-2205. Cell phones do work in certain areas. ATT and Verizon seem to work the best. We have 4G service most of the time. Internet is not available at the lodge except in a case of emergency. We are satellite with limited service.

King Salmon fishing in Alaska just got even better with increased daily limits and more!

Visitors planning to visit Alaska fishing lodges like Tanaku Lodge in Elfin Cove will be able to harvest more king salmon daily with updates to the Southeast Alaska Regional King Salmon Sport Fishing Regulations. Annual limits have also been significantly increased for resident and non-residents. Sport king salmon fishing has never been better in Alaska and now in 2020 your increased daily and annual limits mean you can stay longer and enjoy sport fishing salmon even more.

Specifically, limits in king salmon harvest have been increased on a daily and annual level, with limits changing for the rest of the 2020 Alaskan summer months.

For residents of Alaska, from July 11 – August 15th, 2020, the resident bag and possession limit is four king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length and
no annual limit. NON RESIDENT bag and possession limit is two king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length and the annual limit is six king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length.

Following that, August 16 to September 30, the resident bag and possession limit is three king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length,
no annual limit, while non residents are limited daily to one king salmon 28 inches or longer and an annual limit of  four king salmon, 28 inches or greater in length.

The Alaska Division of Sport Fish announced these regulations July 10, 2020 and they were put in effect after travel restrictions to Alaska reduced the non residential harvest of king salmon this year, opening up the chance for those who come to Alaska now to reap the benefits. Tanaku Lodge is uniquely situated in the Southeastern Alaska fishing region with the best lodge in the area and talented Alaska fishing guides for a memorable trip.

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Alaska is revising its policy for incoming travelers, starting Jun 5, 2020, requiring that they be tested for COVID-19 before boarding a plane to the state, instead of quarantining for 14 days upon arrival.

This policy change was announced by Governor Dunleavy on May 30, 2020.

• Travelers from out of state will need to be tested for COVID-19 within 72 hours of boarding a plane to Alaska.
• Travelers will be asked to provide test results and fill out paperwork when they arrive.
• Those who are unable to submit their complete paperwork — for example, if they lost their paperwork or test results while traveling — will be provided a test at airport terminals upon arrival.
• Instead of being tested at the airport, travelers may opt instead for a 14-day quarantine.
• DHSS contractors will be at any Alaska airport where flights arrive from the Lower 48 including: Anchorage, Fairbanks, Juneau, Sitka, Ketchikan, Wrangell and Petersburg.

Regarding overland travel from Canada or ferry travel, Governor Dunleavy said that state officials next week will discuss with different agencies and jurisdictions what kind of protocols may need to be in place.

The state will “strongly, strongly encourage” travelers to be tested before they come to Alaska “because if they come off the plane without a test, it may take a while for them to leave the terminal before they’re tested and we get the results. So, it’s going to be more of an inconvenience just because of the nature of the test and the time it takes for the test to determine if one is negative or positive” according to the Governor’s policy.

The state’s website, https://covid19.alaska.gov/health-mandates/ has NOT BEEN UPDATED YET with this policy change.

What can I do when I come to Alaska to visit Tanaku Alaska Fishing Lodge?

When you visit our Tanaku Fishing Lodge in Alaska you can still enjoy all our amenities:  sportfishing, sightseeing, and relax in the great outdoors.

What precautions is Tanuku Alaska Fishing Lodge taking to protect visitors from COVID-19?

• Tanaku Lodge developed a COVID-19 plan 6 weeks ago and sent it to the governors office for review. A lot of our practices have been put in state mandates and guidelines. I have also shared our plan around the US and many operators on the East Coast. Guidelines and mandates are changing weekly.
• We have a electro static sanitizer for the boats and lodge.
• In the lodge the guests will be issued face masks along with hand sanitzer.
• We will review our plan with the guests upon arrival and encourage them to use face masks, practice social distancing.
• On the boats increased sanitation procedures are in place.

Do I need a face mask when I come to Alaska or to your fishing lodge?

To fly fish at our Alaska fishing lodge you will need your face mask.

How has COVID-19 impacted Alaska?

COVID-19 infections in Alaska are low. As of June 2, 2020, Alaska has 467 total cases and 10 deaths. Data is updated daily at the DHSS website http://dhss.alaska.gov/dph/Epi/id/Pages/COVID-19/default.aspx

Located on the lower level of the lodge these cabins are all cedar and pine structure with two full size beds, bathroom and a breathtaking view of the mountain range. You will enjoy the comfort of these cabins, and for those that want a TV in the room these cabins have a large screen for your viewing. Escape from the hustle and bustle in the lodge and hear the waves crashing on the shore. Our beach front cabins are must be reserved by specific request.

Every year the humpbacks are right outside our cove. Not only will you have amazing nature photography opportunities, but you will even hear the whales. Our customers get full breach photos, witness bubble netting, and even see some orcas every year. The humbbacks are viewed on the way out and way in from fishing every day all season! Check out our photo gallery for more. These photos were taken by captain Joe Calandra.