The 11 Fishing Trips in Iceland That Earn Their Price

1.Sea Fishing Boat Tour & BBQ with the Day’s Catch

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $141Our pick

Join an English-speaking crew from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor for 2.5 hours of sea fishing in Faxaflói Bay. Guides such as Oddgeir, Stefan, and Asgeir help beginners land cod, haddock, pollock, and more. Keep your fish or have it grilled onboard with potatoes, while watching for puffins, whales, and dolphins.

“Literally the highlight of the trip!! We showed up and caught fish within 10 minutes of casting. Crew was absolutely amazing and so very helpful. Everything you would need they made sure you were taken care of. Husband and I caught two each, most everyone on the boat caught at least one! Also the most amazing potatoes and seasoned/cooked fish I’ve ever had. Overall so amazing and worth every penny.”

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2.3-Hour Sea Angling Gourmet Experience Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 141 reviews · 3 hours · from $176

Join Jakob and Viggson aboard Jóhanna for a 3 to 3.5-hour sea-angling trip from Reykjavik. You will fish Faxaflói for cod, haddock, mackerel, pollack, and catfish, with equipment and rain jackets supplied. Your catch is cleaned and grilled on board with potatoes and sauces.

“Awesome opportunity to go fishing in Iceland with beautiful views and awesome tour guides.”

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3.Sea Fishing Experience from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 110 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $147

Meet the captain and crew at Geirsgata 11 for a three-hour fishing trip in Faxaflói Bay. Warm coveralls, rods, bait, and expert help are provided. Catch cod, haddock, pollock, halibut, or rockfish, then grill your fish aboard or take it home.

“We were drifting over a rocky bottom, as that is where the cod were. Caught one then next drift, got snagged up and lost my weight. We were using 5oz to get down to the bottom. Asked for another weight and they didn’t have any. This was literally after 15 minutes of fishing They took a reel handle and tied it to my line but it wasn’t nearly enough to get me down with the current. Also a lot of the rods had broken tips or missing the last eyelet. Once I complained and a few other folks got hung up and lost weights, the captain let the drift take…”

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4.Reykjavik’s Finest Catch: Guided Sea Angling Tour for All Levels

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 78 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $181Top rated

Jakob and Julian lead this three-hour Reykjavik sea angling trip for beginners and experienced fishers. You’ll visit several local fishing spots, use supplied gear or your own, enjoy coffee and cookies, and eat your catch with potatoes, coleslaw, and skyr sauce on the return.

“Absolutely one of the best fishing trips we have ever taken! Captain and crew were amazing-so helpful, funny and knowledgeable. I can’t say enough good things about them. We caught tons of fish and they prepared an incredible meal. BOOK WITH THEM RIGHT NOW!”

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5.Traditional Sea Fishing with BBQ Feast

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 74 reviews · from $170

Fish the bay from Reykjavik with a small crew of up to 12, using supplied gear and waterproof clothing. Guides such as Captain Snorri and Ana help beginners land cod, haddock, rockfish, or pollock, then prepare the catch with potatoes and sauce back at the harbor.

“This trip is highly recommended. My girlfriend and I caught 14 fish, and they were freshly cooked by captain Snorri after we returned. Amazing day! :)”

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6.Whale Watching and Sea Angling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 61 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $100Best value

From Hauganes, sail into sheltered Eyjafjörður for humpback, minke, and blue whale sightings. The crew provides warm overalls, hot chocolate, coffee, and cookies, then gives you a chance to catch cod and other fish. Allow extra time to reach the port from Akureyri.

“Fun experience on a traditional Icelandic boat. About 25 minutes from Akureyri - a little out of the way but totally worth it. We were given water proof suits as well. We boarded the boat and travelled out a bit before seeing a Humpback Whale. Staff was friendly and kind always pointing out in which directly we should look for the whale watching. We also were offered coffee/hot chocolate and cinnamon rolls sort of cookies which was a nice touch. Tour is definitely an option for those with mobility issues as you go up a small ramp to enter the boat. Plenty of seating available as well. Not too crowded.…”

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7.Reykjavik Sea Angling Gourmet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 55 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $160

Spend about three hours fishing Faxaflói with an experienced English-speaking crew, including guides such as Jakob and Vigfus. No license or experience is needed. The crew supplies rods, tackle, rain gear, instruction, and cooks a light BBQ from the day’s catch as you return to Reykjavík.

“Really fun. Met some great people and the crew were awesome. They were super friendly and helpful. This was my second time doing this trip and I would go back. There were some locals on the trip as well and it was great talking to them about Iceland”

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8.Private Fishing Tour from Reykjavik – Arctic Char and Brown Trout

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $960

Spend about six to seven hours fishing for Arctic char and brown trout near Reykjavik with a private guide such as Mike, Mikael, or Siggi. The tour includes transport, waders, boots, tackle, flies, permits, sandwiches, and drinks, with a scenic drive through Thingvellir.

“Amazing! Personal experience! Private! Mikael is an expert fisherman! Put us on fish immediately! Trout and Artic Char. Lake was beautiful! Had all the equipment, waders, oversized boots, etc. It rained but we stayed dry!”

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9.Private Lake and River Fishing Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 44 reviews · 8 hours (approx.) · from $768

Join guide Baldur or another English-speaking fishing guide for an eight-hour private outing from Reykjavik to a Golden Circle river. You get transport, gear, permits, and about five hours on the water, fishing for Arctic char and brown trout near Thingvellir National Park.

“My wife catching a huge char! Guide was superb.. the panoramic views spectacular! Highly recommended!”

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10.Reykjavik’s Finest Catch: Guided Sea Angling Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 37 reviews · 3 hours · from $188

Meet the English-speaking Viggson Sailing guide at Reykjavík’s Old Harbor, board near the fish and chips wagon, and fish Faxaflói Bay for cod, haddock, and pollock. Gear, warm blankets, coffee, and a barbecue of your catch are included.

“This was one of the highlights of our trip! Absolutely enjoyed every minute on the boat. We were on the fish right away, and when it slowed, the captain was quick to move us to another stop. Our group caught so much fish, they didn't even cook it all. They cooked fish for us to eat on the way back to the port. Eating the fish immediately was fantastic! I can't say enough good things about the crew, lunch, and this excursion in general. I would book it again if I am lucky enough to go back to Iceland in the future.”

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11.Lake and River Fishing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 18 reviews · 8 hours · from $766

Leave Reykjavik at 08:00 for a private fishing day through Thingvellir National Park and on to an Icelandic river or lake. Your English-speaking guide provides permits and gear, teaches fly fishing if needed, and helps you target brown trout and Arctic char.

“Kristinn our guide was excellent, he shared his knowledge of the area on our way to the River. He worked very hard to help us catch quite a number of fish through out the day. Wade”

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