Iceland · Fishing Tours

Reykjavík Sea Angling Gourmet

3 Hours Round trip from Reykjavík Easy pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 3-hour sea angling tour from Reykjavík
02 Fish with experienced local crew
03 All necessary fishing equipment provided
04 Common catches include cod, haddock, mackerel, catfish, and pollack
05 Keep what you catch
06 Fresh catch grilled on board
07 Served with potatoes and sauce, Icelandic style
08 Hot drinks included

Head out from Reykjavík for a hands-on sea angling experience that combines fishing, local knowledge, and a freshly prepared meal on board. Operated by experienced fishermen from a long line of sailors and boat builders, this tour offers an authentic introduction to Icelandic fishing traditions in a small-group setting.

Whether you are new to fishing or already enjoy angling, the crew provides the equipment and guidance you need to get started. Common catches in the area include catfish, cod, haddock, mackerel, and pollack, and you can keep what you catch.

After your time at sea, enjoy the highlight of the trip as your fresh catch is grilled on board and served with potatoes and sauce, Icelandic style. With hot drinks included and the chance to take extra fish home, this is a memorable way to experience Reykjavík from the water.

Head out from Reykjavík for a hands-on sea angling experience that combines fishing, local knowledge, and a freshly prepared meal on board.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Reykjavik

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Meet the crew

Arrive at Hlésgata floating pier at least 15 min. before departure to meet the crew and board the boat, Jóhanna. The tour is operated by the Viggson brothers, Jakob and Vigfús, that come from a small fishing village in East Iceland. They're a both experienced fishermen and are from a long line of sailors and boat builders.

Fish like a viking

On board you will be provided with all the necessary equipment and the crew will teach you all the best techniques. The most common catch is Catfish, Cod, Haddock, Mackerel and Pollack - you can of course keep what you catch.

BBQ your catch on board

Back at the harbour, it's time to get ready to taste our catch - it will probably be the freshest fish you will ever eat, complimented with some delicious potatoes and sauce; Icelandic style. Want to take the rest with you home? Have the crew filet it for you!

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Reykjavík 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

3 hr. fishing tour
Experienced crew
Professional assistance
Fishing equipment
Keep what you catch
Your catch grilled on board
Hot drinks

Know before you go

Although our success rate is very high, the unpredictability of nature means that we cannot guarantee a catch on any given day.
For large group bookings and private tours, please contact us directly.

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