Iceland Trout Fishing

River Kaldakvisl - Arctic Char and Browns

Our outfitter has exclusive leases on these rivers for excellent Arctic char and brown trout fishing.
River Kaldakvisl is a hidden gem. On the 16-mile stretch, you’ll find beautiful waterfalls, canyons, slow and fast-moving water, rocks, sand, and more. The Kaldakvisl is full of Arctic char, averaging 3 to 4-pounds, some up to seven. The river has a five-rod limit and fishing here is exclusive to our outfitter's guests.

Kaldakvisl Native Brown

River Tungnaa - Native Browns and Char

River Tungnaa, a small Highland stream, is probably one of the best-kept trout secrets in the angling world. Formerly a milky glacial river, the Tungnaá became gin-clear in 2013 due to a newly opened hydroelectric power plant. Micro canyons and fast and slow running pools filled with big Arctic char. A technical river, with upstream nymphing being the most productive method. Stealth is required. Native browns and char average 2-5 pounds, with up to 10-pound monsters.

Tungnaa River Canyons

Kaldakvisl River Canyon

Tungnaa Trophy Brown

Highland Fishing Facts

Season:  The Highland Rivers season runs May through September 15, with peak fishing from June 20 through July 20.
Travel Time:  Guides will drive you in 4x4 vehicles from the Lodge to the beat of the day. Travel time varies from 5 to 30-minutes.
Guides:  Knowledgeable English-speaking guides. Two anglers per guide.
Fishing Equipment:  No equipment is provided. Bring #4-7 single-handed rods, nymphs, dry flies, and streamers. A comprehensive gear and tackle list is included in our confirmation packet.
Rental Equipment: For a $80.00 per day rental fee, you get the use of a rod, reel, line, waders, and boots.
Fishing License:  Your fishing license is included in the package.

Sample Itinerary

Day 1:  A Lodge representative will pick you up from the airport in Reykjavík and drive you to the Highland Fishing Lodge, a 95-mile drive, about two hours.
Day 2-5:  After you have breakfast, your guide will pick you up at 9:00 a.m. You’ll fish between 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. You’ll have lunch streamside and a delicious dinner at the Lodge. After dinner, you can relax, fish the creeks near the Lodge, or take a sightseeing trip to the numerous waterfalls, canyons, and glaciers in the Highlands. For a small gratuity, your guide will drive you, a one-hour drive, from the Lodge to an unforgettable thermal hot spring stream in Landmannalaugar—also known as the Gateway to the Highlands.
Day 6:  After breakfast, you’ll be driven (two hours) back to the airport in Reykjavík for your flight home.

Kaldakvísl Waterfall

Tungnaá Trophy Brown

Highland Fishing Lodge

You’ll stay at the Highland Fishing Lodge. The Lodge, formerly a shepherd’s house, was renovated by our outfitter in 2019. The Lodge is in the remote Highlands, only five minutes from the Tungnaa and the Kaldakvisl Rivers. The Lodge has a small living and dining room overlooking the Spordoldulon Reservoir.

Meals and Beverages

Breakfast at the Lodge. Streamside lunch and delicious dinner at the Lodge. You will need to bring your own alcohol if desired. Iceland has specialty liquor stores such as Vinbud or the duty-free store at the Keflavik Airport. Wine, beer, flies, and other items are available for purchase at the Lodge's shop.

Six Bedrooms with Two Twin Bed and Shared Bathrooms

Six bedrooms have two twin beds and a sink. There are shared bathrooms with two toilets and three showers. The Lodge hosts ten anglers per week.