Departure & Arrival

You will depart Vancouver, on a Duncanby chartered flight, from Seair Seaplanes which is located on the Fraser River close to the South Terminal of Vancouver International Airport. Seair’s location is convenient for guests traveling from outside of the Lower Mainland with many hotels and amenities in the area.

A Duncanby staff member will greet you at Seair to check you in and answer any last minute questions you may have. Luggage is limited to 25 lbs in order to ensure there is room for your catch on the way home. We recommend a soft sided duffle bag or sports bag to make loading of the planes quick and easy. Carry-on's are not permitted on floatplanes, there are no overhead bins or room under the seats for knapsacks or purses. Check in time is 12:00 (noon) and the planes will depart at approximately 1:00 pm for the 90 minute flight up the Strait of Georgia directly to the Lodge and arrive at around 2:30 pm.

You will depart Duncanby at approximately 3:00 pm and retrace the flight path back to the Seair Terminal. If you are arranging connecting flights we recommend that you do not book anything until at least 7:30 pm. This will allow time for any unexpected short delays that may occur, transportation to the main terminal and check in of your fish when you arrive there.

Seair is located at 4640 Inglis Dr, Richmond. www.seairseaplanes.com

Hotel Partners

We have arranged preferred rates with the following hotels. They are located within minutes of the Seair Terminal and have fish storage. To receive your preferred rate, you must mention Duncanby Lodge when booking, this must be done directly with the hotel or you will not be eligible for the discount. Rates may be different if booking with a third party such as a travel agent or online booking site.

Vancouver will be hosting FIFA World Cup games from June 13 - July 7, 2026. Accommodations will be in high demand during this time. Book early!

Radisson BLU Airport Hotel & Marina

3500 Cessna Dr, Richmond, BC V7B 1C7
604-278-1241 or email and request the DUNCANBY LODGE RATE or book online Radisson BLU online booking

. Standard Room: $289.00
. Marina View Room: $309.00 

Fairmont Vancouver Airport

The Fairmont Vancouver Airport 1-866-540-4441 or 604-207-5200 ext 1 or email fva.centralservices@fairmont.com

. Fairmont: $399.00, after June 11 $409
. Deluxe: $429.00, after June 11 $439
. Signature Studio: $499.00, after June 11 $509
. Fairmont Gold: $519.00, after June 11 $529

During FIFA pregame and game dates Duncanby Rate is 20% off the Best Available Rate

Fee of $6.00 per fish box will be charged

Hotel Transportation to Seair must be arranged 72 hours in advance, they no longer pick up at Seair, only drop off.

Marriot Vancouver Airport Hotel 

7571 WESTMINSTER HIGHWAYRICHMOND, BC V6X 1A3
Phone: 1- 604-276-2112 or 1-877-323-8888 and ask for the DUNCANBY LODGE rate

. One Bedroom Suite (1 king or two queen beds): $315.00
. Executive Suite: $355.00


Note: You will not receive Duncanby's preferred rates if you book your hotel through a third party such as Expedia.ca or a travel agent. Be sure to mention Duncanby when booking directly.


Packing Checklist for the Lodge

. Printed copy of your Canadian Fishing License

. Sunscreen, chapstick and sunglasses

. Warm socks, base layer tops and bottoms

. Gloves and hat

. Long and short sleeve shirts

. Wind Resistant Jacket

. Prescription medication and extra pair of prescription glasses or contact lenses


Save room in your bag! We provide rain jackets, pants, rubber boots and life vests. Basic toiletries are supplied in all of the cabins (shampoo, moisturizer and soap)


FAQ

One bag, maximum weight 25 lbs. Carry-on’s are not permitted on floatplanes, this includes knapsacks and purses, as there is no overhead bin or room under the seat to store items. Free bag/luggage storage is available at Seair if Vancouver/Duncanby is just one stop of your overall travel plans.

Seair offers free parking based on availability. Additional pay parking, if necessary, is available close to the Seair Terminal.

There is a free YVR shuttle service that picks up and drops off at the International Terminal, Domestic Terminal, South Terminal and the Floatplane Dock (Seair). For the complete schedule and pick up/drop off points click here.

It is hard to predict the weather on the Central Coast but in general the mornings are a little crisp and dewy, warming up throughout the day to an average summer temperature of 19° and cooling down at night to an average summer temperature of 8°. Check the weather shortly before your trip and pack accordingly!

Weather Links 
View Environment Canada Marine forecast for the Central Coast
View Rivers Inlet weather forecast

We do recommend travel insurance for your trip. If you do not have a provider we suggest Tugo 

Information

Mailing address
9076 River Rd
Delta, BC V4G 1B5
admin@duncanby.com
Booking: 1 877 846 6548

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