Iceland · Fishing Tours

Private Fly Fishing Day Tour for Big Brown Trout West Rangá Trout Beat

10 Hours Round trip from Hella Moderate pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Private full-day fly fishing experience on the West Rangá Trout Beat
  • 02 Target exceptionally large brown trout with a real chance at trophy-sized fish
  • 03 Fish a varied river system with flat pools, pockets, and fast-water runs
  • 04 Up to 8 hours of guided fishing within a 10-hour tour
  • 05 Coffee at the lodge before heading out
  • 06 Packed lunch included by the river or at West Rangá Lodge
  • 07 Fly fishing gear, flies, and waders provided
  • 08 Possible chance to encounter Atlantic salmon in autumn

Spend a full day fly fishing on the West Rangá Trout Beat, a renowned stretch of river known for its exceptionally large brown trout. With around 30 km of double-bank fishing and a mix of flat pools, pockets, and fast-water runs, this private guided experience offers excellent variety and a genuine chance to target trophy-sized fish in beautiful Icelandic surroundings.

Your day includes private transport, fishing gear and waders, and up to 8 hours of guided fishing within a 10-hour tour. Enjoy coffee at the lodge before heading out, then break for a packed lunch by the river or at West Rangá Lodge before continuing your afternoon session.

In autumn, there is also a chance to encounter Atlantic salmon in the system.

Spend a full day fly fishing on the West Rangá Trout Beat, a renowned stretch of river known for its exceptionally large brown trout.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours
Tour type Private
Activity level Moderate
Accommodation Not included
Transport Included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Reykjavik
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

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Day 01

Sample Itinerary (subject to change depending on conditions and timing)

  • Pick-up in Reykjavík (morning) – Meet your private guide at your accommodation and drive to West Rangá Lodge to get dressed for the day. Enjoy a fresh cup of coffee at the lodge before heading out.
  • Fishing (morning session) – Guided fly fishing primarily focused on trophy-sized brown trout in the West Rangá river system.
  • Lunch by the river or at West Rangá Lodge – A delicious packed lunch is included, to be enjoyed by the river in stunning surroundings, or served at the beautiful West Rangá Lodge.
  • Fishing (afternoon session) – Continue your guided fly fishing for trophy brown trout.
  • Return to Reykjavík (late afternoon) – Your guide will drive you back and drop you off at your accommodation.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Hella 1 city · 10 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • Transportation, Reykjavik - river - Reykjavik
  • 1 guide
  • Fly fishing gear, flies and waders
  • Lunch/picnic
  • Up to 8 hours of fishing, tour is up to 10 hours in total.

What's Not Included

Details:

Tips are not included. It is customary to tip your fishing guide at the end of the tour.

Extra transportation is not included.

Pick-up and drop-off are available within the capital region (Reykjavík and surrounding municipalities) and within the town limits of Selfoss.

Transfers outside these areas can be arranged at an additional cost.

Know before you go

We will be outside all day, so please dress appropriately for changing weather conditions. Icelandic summer can bring sunshine, rain, wind, or even snow — all in the same day!

Recommended clothing and gear:

  • Multiple layers (comfortable and warm trousers, sweaters, wool socks)
  • Waterproof jacket
  • Hat and gloves
  • Glasses to protect your eyes (sunglasses, prescription glasses, or fishing glasses)

Children & Families

Parents are responsible for their children during the tour. That said, many of our young guests are first-time anglers catching their very first fish — A great experience that everyone remembers throughout their life.

For full details about cancellations, please read our Terms and Conditions.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Hella, IS
Tour start
Hella, IS
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 10 hours finish where they began, in Hella.

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