The 9 Sea Fishing Trips in Reykjavik Worth the Króna

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

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

Sail from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor into Faxaflói Bay for a 2.5-hour sea-fishing trip with an English-speaking guide, fishing gear, and protective clothing provided. The crew helps beginners and experienced anglers target cod, haddock, pollock, and more. You can grill your catch onboard with potatoes, and you may spot puffins, whales, or dolphins along the way.

“I had such a good time with your fishing tour. I would have liked it to be a little longer but it was a excellent trip. .The two brothers were both kind and patient, excellent hosts. The fish we caught was cooked on the boat I doubt I have tasted better, of course it was the big fish I caught. I would recommend this fishing trip to anyone. Thanks again. Jim Gabel, Fort Collins, Colorado, USA”

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2.3-Hour Sea Angling Gourmet Experience Tour

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

Join a captain and fishing guides aboard Jóhanna for a three to three-and-a-half-hour sea angling trip from Reykjavik into Faxaflói. You get fishing gear, practical help, rain jackets and the chance to catch cod, haddock, mackerel, catfish or pollack. The crew grills the catch aboard with potatoes and homemade sauce. Jacob and Vigfoss have guided trips, though crew may vary.

“Five star is only the limit of the rating, not the limit of my experience! If possible I’d love to give a ten star rating! First time in my life to fish in the sea! And the cods are so charming with big semi-sphere crystal eyes! And their little front fins are like small wings stretching to the side! Just so cute marine creatures! Now all in my belly! Now I feel I look a bit charming as well!”

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3.Sea Fishing Experience from Reykjavik

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

Head from Reykjavik into Faxaflói Bay for a three-hour sea-fishing trip with rods, bait, and protective coveralls supplied. The crew helps beginners and experienced anglers, and you can grill your catch aboard. Summer trips may pass puffin colonies near Akurey and Lundey; dolphins and whales are possible sightings, not a promise.

“Large boat with seating inside, toilets and drinks available. Hosts on boat were terrific. We caught fish like crazy!”

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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

Join Jakob and Julian for a three-hour sea-angling trip from Hlésgata 1 in Reykjavik. They supply fishing gear, coach beginners, and take you to local fishing spots for cod, haddock, pollock, and more. Coffee and cookies are served aboard, then the crew cooks the catch with potatoes, coleslaw, and skyr sauce on the return to harbour.

“Great fishing experience by an awesome crew. Please come all. A must do if you love fishing. The crew are brothers”

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5.Traditional Sea Fishing with BBQ Feast

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

Sail from Reykjavik’s old harbor with a local English- or Icelandic-speaking crew, fish for cod, haddock, rockfish, and pollock, then return to have your catch prepared with potatoes and sauce. Equipment and waterproof clothing are provided, and groups are limited to 12. Some trips have been led by Captain Snorri and his daughter Ana.

“Friendly staff. Safe. Caught many fish. Lunch great. Best tour for the money Thank you”

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

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

Set out from Reykjavik with a private guide, fishing gear, waders, boots, permit, and light refreshments included. The planned water is the Holaa River, about an hour away on the Golden Circle route, where you can fish for Arctic char and brown trout for six to seven hours. Guides named in past outings include Mike, Mikael, and Siggi.

“River was beautiful & Siggi was awesome. Picked up on time, grabbed lunch on the way to the river. Great day on the water.”

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7.Private Lake and River Fishing Tour from Reykjavik

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

Leave Reykjavik at 8:00 am in a private vehicle for a river on the Golden Circle route. You’ll drive through Thingvellir National Park, then spend about five hours fishing for Arctic char and brown trout with a guide. Gear and permits are included. If you’re new to fly fishing, guide Baldur has taught beginners with patience and personal attention.

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

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

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

Sail from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor into Faxaflói Bay for a three-hour guided sea-angling trip. Your English-speaking guide supplies rods and tackle, helps beginners, and prepares the catch for a barbecue with potatoes and coleslaw. Watch for seabirds, enjoy coffee and sparkling water, and bring a warm layer for the boat.

“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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9.Lake and River Fishing Tour

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

Leave Reykjavik around 08:00 for a private, eight-hour fishing trip, with five to six hours on a river or lake. Choose a spin or fly rod, and ask your guide to teach you fly-fishing basics. Guides such as Reynir, Kristinn, Gummi, and Freddy have helped anglers of different skill levels 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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