Overview
A three-hour guided sea-angling trip from Reykjavík, with rods, protective clothing and the option to grill suitable catch onboard.
Head from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour to fishing grounds in Faxaflói Bay with rods, protective clothing and instruction supplied. Beginners and experienced anglers can fish, then ask the crew to grill the catch onboard or prepare it to take away.
Departure, route and access may change with weather, natural conditions and the captain or guide’s safety decisions. Check availability for your travel date when booking.
Itinerary
The itinerary may change when weather, sea conditions or safety considerations require it.
Meet the crew
Check in at Geirsgata 11 at least 15 minutes before departure and receive the fishing equipment.
Fish in Faxaflói Bay
The crew selects fishing grounds and helps with bait, technique and handling the catch.
Prepare the catch and return
Choose to have suitable catch grilled onboard or tell the crew early if you intend to take it away.
What's included
Included
- Guided sea-angling trip
- Fishing rods and tackle
- Protective clothing
- Crew instruction
- Preparation of suitable catch onboard
Not included
- Hotel transfer unless added at extra cost
- Additional food and drinks
Know before you go
- Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Meeting point: Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík.
- Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.
- Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult.
- Activity level: Easy.
- Wear warm layers, weatherproof outerwear and sturdy footwear suited to conditions on the water.
- Fishing and wildlife are subject to natural and operating conditions. The operator may alter the fishing grounds or cancel for unsafe weather.
- Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.
Good to know
How long is the experience?
Duration: 3 hours. Weather, wildlife and transfer conditions can affect the finish time.
Where do I meet the operator?
Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík. Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.
Is pickup included?
Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.
Who can join?
Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult. Activity level: Easy. All listed safety restrictions apply.
Are wildlife or Northern Lights guaranteed?
Fishing and wildlife are subject to natural and operating conditions. The operator may alter the fishing grounds or cancel for unsafe weather.
What is the cancellation policy?
Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.
About the operator
Special Tours
Special Tours operates sea adventures from Reykjavik city centre with over 20 years of experience. Whale Watching tours are operated year round, with additional tours consisting of Northern Lights by Boat, Puffin Watching, Sea Angling, RIB Express Whale Watching and a New Years Fireworks Cruise. Special Tours Wildlife Adventures is known among passengers and partners for its ambitious & hard working team, aiming for great adventures for every tour and for every client...
