PLAN YOUR VACATION
SPRING
The Shuswap is magic. Days are warm, evenings crisp, and the fishing is excellent. Prize rainbow, lakers, dolly varden and kokanee make the lake their home. And remember our houseboats come equipped with a fireplace and hot tub* to keep you warm and cozy. Fishing licences are required on Shuswap Lake and are available online. *(The Cruiser does not include a fireplace or hot tub).
SUMMER
Brings the extraordinary pleasures of cruising and swimming in the crystal clear waters of Shuswap Lake. Off the water there are a variety of side trips available – ranging from novice to advanced – including majestic waterfalls, hiking trails and secret sandy coves. This is the most popular time of the year – so book early.
FALL
The perfect time for those seeking a more tranquil vacation. The lake is still warm from the summer heat, the beaches are quiet and the evenings are perfect for relaxing in your hot tub. And for nature lovers, the Shuswap puts on a full show in the fall – pumpkin orange to scarlet with all the colours in between. Sunsets, moonlight, stars – and if you time it right… northern lights. Get on board!
SAILING DAYS
- 3 NIGHT PACKAGES : Depart Thursday, Friday, or Saturday.
- 4 NIGHT PACKAGES : Depart Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday.
- 5 NIGHT PACKAGES : Depart Saturday or Monday (Legacy 94 Houseboats only).
- 7 NIGHT PACKAGES : Depart Thursday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday, or Tuesday.
The vacation year at Twin Anchors is broken up into three seasons – Low, Mid and Peak. Once you’ve decided when you’d like to depart, book early to avoid disappointment. We will hold a houseboat for up to 10 days without obligation.
| 2026 SEASONS | |
|---|---|
| PEAK | JUNE 25 – AUGUST 15 |
| MID | JUNE 7 – JUNE 24 AUGUST 16 – SEPTEMBER 5 |
| LOW | APRIL 30 – JUNE 6 SEPTEMBER 6 – OCTOBER 12 |
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ARRIVAL PROCEDURE:
10 days prior to your sailing, the reservation holder will receive a phone call to be assigned an office check-in time. Similar to a hotel, check-ins take place after noon.
On your day of arrival, once your paperwork has been completed in the office, the houseboat orientation will be scheduled with the captains. The rest of your crew is free to explore town, the beach, restaurants, or The Pub at Old Town Bay and enjoy Sicamous while they wait for the appropriate time to load the houseboat.
For ideas on what to do in and around Sicamous, check out the Sicamous website.
BOARDING:
Your boat will be ready once mechanical, maintenance, cleaning, and our dock crews have done all the necessary checks (this takes time and the amount of time may vary depending on how boats return, their size, and if they incur any maintenance/mechanical issues). Once ready, your houseboat will be assigned by the office and then a porter will be assigned to assist your group in loading your belongings onboard. It may take between 2-6 hours to leave the dock.
RETURN:
All Houseboats return between 8:00AM and 9:30AM on the final day.
The first day is all about getting set to sail, and it may take some time for your group to receive your boat and be prepared to leave the dock. This is why we charge and book all reservations by nights, the rental fee covers the reserved nights, beginning on the first night of your reservation.
British Columbia is committed to keeping our lakes pristine, Quagga and Zebra Mussel free.
Please respect our lakes and boarder crossing patrols and STOP at the BC boat inspection stations.
