Fly fishing and travel go together, and I have visited locations around the world to chase fish, experience adventure, and learn about new cultures. Some of those places have resonated with me, and it’s those ones that I want to share with you; I now present my 2025 hosted trip to Iceland.
***SOLD OUT*** As of September 2024, spots remain on my trophy trip to Iceland: Iceland Trophy Trip
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Iceland: Summer 2025
June 20 - 26, 2025
Arctic char
Brown trout
All skill levels
This Icelandic brown trout was caught on the Tungnaá River in a micro canyon. The river is crystal clear and boasts a healthy population of Ice Age brown trout and Arctic char.
Fishing below this waterfall offers the experience of a lifetime. And yes, many beautiful brown trout inhabit those pools!
Chasing Waterfalls: Fly Fishing Iceland's Hidden Gems
It’s no secret that I love fly fishing in Iceland! Taking multiple trips per year, I have learned the regions and best opportunities for anglers. Now I am pleased to announce this group trip to one of my favorite fishing locations in the world: The Highlands of Iceland!
The Highlands offers fly fishing in breathtaking scenery, with an abundance of majestic waterfalls, vast lava fields, colorful rhyolite mountains, and glacial rivers. The Highlands are one of the most remote and unspoiled regions in Iceland, thus less frequented by tourists, offering a sense of untouched wilderness and solitude. Did I mention the fishing?
We’ll be targeting some of the most beautiful fish the country offers: Spirited brown trout and vibrant Arctic char. Good news, I have reserved the peak week for us to catch them in the Highlands!
In collaboration with Fish Partner, we will be fishing the two premiere rivers in the Highlands, the Kaldakvísl and Tungnaá. Even more, I have put together an experience unlike any I’ve hosted previously, as each angler will fish below a minimum of three of the most spectacular waterfalls you’ve ever seen. This is the opportunity to fish the hidden gems of Iceland, rivers that many only dream of. Make that dream a reality. Find the itinerary and additional information below.
The Highland Fishing Lodge is surrounded by water and the vast Icelandic landscape. We’ll be fishing out of this lodge all week.
Trip includes:
Five days fly fishing:
Fly fish for Arctic char and brown trout on the Kaldakvísl and Tungnaá Rivers
Each angler fishes at least three waterfalls!
Fishing permits for all locations
Fully guided fly fishing:
1 guide per 2 anglers
Incredible lodging and full catering:
All guests stay at the Highland Fishing Lodge, 2 guests per room
Chef-prepared unforgettable meals
Reykjavik Bonus Day
Explore the sights of this unique city
4-star hotel overnight
Group dinner
Travel to and from Keflavik International Airport (KEF)
ALL travel is taken care of in Iceland
June 20: Reykjavík
AM Arrival: We’ll be picked up by a driver at the Keflavik International Airport, then driven to Reykjavik.
Baggage drop at hotel, then we have the day to explore Reykjavik:
Cultural Tours
Hallgrímskirkja Church
Rainbow Street
Sky Lagoon
Group Dinner Reservation
4-star hotel, included with trip
Relax and prepare for tomorrow’s transfer to the lodge!
The spots on the Ice Age brown trout are prolific! This fish chased an articulated streamer, then put up a battle until we could land it on the canyon edge.
June 21: The Highlands
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the hotel
Scenic two-hour drive to the Highlands!
Unpack at the Highland Fishing Lodge, then prepare to fish the Kaldakvísl or Tungnaá River.
1 guide per 2 anglers
Fish until 6:00, then meet back at the lodge for a chef-prepared dinner with the group.
Accommodations at the Highland Fishing Lodge.
JuNE 22: Full day fishing
Holding an Arctic char may seem a dream, but we have a prime week for 2025 in my favorite region of Iceland. Make your dream reality.
Wake up for breakfast (and fresh espresso!) at the Highland Fishing Lodge, then head out with your guide for a day of fly fishing.
Fishing on the Kaldakvísl or Tungnaá River:
1 guide per 2 anglers
Streamside lunch
Fish a waterfall today!
Fish until 6:00, then meet back at the lodge for a chef-prepared dinner. Don’t forget about dessert!
Accommodations at the Highland Fishing Lodge.
Fishing below what many consider to be Iceland’s most spectacular waterfall! This is a remote location that only we have access to.
JuNE 23: Full day fishing
Wake up for breakfast at the Highland Fishing Lodge, then head out with your guide for a day of fly fishing.
Fishing on the Kaldakvísl or Tungnaá River:
1 guide per 2 anglers
Streamside lunch
Be sure to check your bin for candy!
Fish a waterfall today!
Fish until 6:00, then meet back at the lodge for a chef-prepared dinner.
Accommodations at the Highland Fishing Lodge.
Brown trout in the Highlands are simply spectacular fish!
JuNE 24: Full day fishing
Wake up for breakfast at the Highland Fishing Lodge, then head out with your guide for a day of fly fishing.
Fishing on the Kaldakvísl or Tungnaá River:
1 guide per 2 anglers
Streamside lunch
Fish a waterfall today!
Fish until 6:00, then meet back at the lodge for a chef-prepared dinner.
Accommodations at the Highland Fishing Lodge.
Kaldakvísl River: Catching an Arctic char in this setting in Iceland is unlike any experience in fly fishing! Catching a double is even better, here my friend Rob Giannino and I are all smiles.
JuNE 25: Full day fishing
Wake up for breakfast at the Highland Fishing Lodge, then head out with your guide for a day of fly fishing.
Fishing on the Kaldakvísl or Tungnaá River:
1 guide per 2 anglers
Streamside lunch
Fish a waterfall today!
Fish until 6:00, then meet back at the lodge for a chef-prepared dinner.
Accommodations at the Highland Fishing Lodge.
My most memorable Arctic char, caught on the Kaldakvísl River as the sun set. This moment is forever etched in my memory, and I want to help find that moment for you on this trip.
June 26: Final day
Wake up and enjoy breakfast at the lodge.
Get everything packed and organized, then say our goodbyes!
Travel is provided to the Keflavik International Airport (KEF).
Not ready to leave yet? I can help setup a rental to sightsee around Iceland before or after the trip.
Let’s go to Iceland!
The cost of this experience is $6,600, which includes full catering, accommodations, fishing licenses, guides, and all travel in Iceland. Regarding payment, 50% is due at confirmation, then the additional 50% is due April 2025. A charge of 2.9% is added for use of credit card. There are limited spots available for this trip, click below to reserve one and join the group!
Benefits of My group travel:
Headed to the river in Iceland, this group picture includes all of the anglers and guides. Those smiles say it all!
Zoom Calls - Minimum of 2 recorded calls with entire group to discuss all necessary information.
Fishing Checklist - Provided for all necessary gear, clothing, and fly options, plus specific recommendations from me for this time of year.
Access to outfitter - Ever have questions and it seems the outfitter is too busy to get back to you? I will get your questions answered fully and in a timely manner.
Small group - The 2025 trip consists of 8 total fly fishers, the perfect size to explore the Highlands!
Experience - I have fly fished all over Iceland and this is my favorite place. Use my experience traveling to maximize your chance for an extraordinary experience.
Communication - Group members are kept informed with detailed emails. Group members also interact with each other via text and email messaging. Plus I’m also a phone call away, especially for that last-minute question!
Professional Outfitter - With lots of outfitters to choose from in Iceland, know your experience is in the hands of one of the finest, Fish Partner. I have fished with multiple guides from this outfitter and selected them specifically for their experience with Arctic char and brown trout fly fishing in the Highlands, professionalism towards clients, and an unsurpassed level of hospitality.
Iceland is a bucket list destination, and the Highlands offers solitude, stunning beauty, and unforgettable fly fishing.
Additional Information:
This stunning Icelandic brown trout was landed just downstream from a series of waterfalls in the Highlands!
Gear rental (waders, rods, and reels) can be arranged for a fee. Please let me know of any needed gear prior to departure.
Food allergies or requests - Please let me know ahead of time so the chef can be prepared.
Alcohol - If you drink alcohol, I recommend buying it at the duty-free store at the KEF airport.
Included:
Fishing permits for all locations
5 guided fishing days on the Kaldakvísl and Tungnaá Rivers.
Guiding on all waters - 1:2 guide-to-angler ratio
Fishing below 3 waterfalls
Accommodations and full catering at the lodge
Group dinner in Reykjavík
Overnight at 4-star hotel in Reykjavík
All travel in Iceland
Trip of a lifetime :-)
Not included:
Alcohol
Gratuities for guides and lodge staff
Additional booked experiences
Questions or want to reserve a spot for Iceland 2025? Email me: tcammisa@gmail.com
Testimonial from a hosted trip Client
Testimonial
James with a beautiful Arctic char. He has enjoyed Iceland so much that he’s been on my trip there twice!
Would you recommend this trip?
-I absolutely recommend this trip. In fact, I liked it so much I went twice and brought my wife!
What type of angler benefits from this type of trip?
-Anglers of all types and skill levels will get significant opportunities to adapt present techniques and learn new ones. I personally used several types of fly fishing: Indicator nymphing, Dry fly, Euro nymphing, Tenkara nymphing and more. Regardless of what style one choses, there are plenty of opportunities to apply, adapt and challenge one's skills in different waterways. Your guide at Fish Partner will work hard to accommodate whatever you choose. By the way, the folks at Fish Partner are first rate. I became a member and will utilize Fish Partner on future visits.
During the months before the trip, have fun tying (if you’re a fly tier) and visualizing catching Arctic Char and Ice Age Brown Trout on your creations. If you have a travel tying kit, bring it along. It's so much fun having tying parties in the evenings with the guides and other guests. Of course, as is typical, that one pattern you don't have in your box is the one that's hot. Patterns unique to Iceland are also useful here in the USA, namely the "Krokurinn" and the "Alma Run".
Share your favorite experience from traveling to Iceland:
-It is difficult narrowing down a favorite experience. It is all so wonderful. The land is magical, the waters mystical and varied, the fish strong and beautiful, the people wonderful, the food fabulous (Arctic Char sashimi is manna from heaven), the lodging cozy, the beds comfy (way more comfortable than mine at home!).
Memories!
Heidi with her Icelandic sweater, holding an Arctic char caught on a fly. Look at the white tips on those fins, gorgeous!
One thing that sticks out though was on our last fishing day, we all got together with our guides on the shore of a lake near the Highland Lodge for a picnic. One of the guides put on music, we shared our lunches, sipped some beer, traded stories and reflected on the week. We had such a fun and relaxed time fishing with each other and the guides. We would net each other’s fish and spot cruisers directing the casts for each other and revel in everybody’s successes cheering for each fish hooked and netted. It became a spectator sport. It was the perfect way to cap a perfect week. I suspect it will become a tradition.
How was this experience unique from your other fly fishing trips?
- First of all, it is Iceland. Being from Colorado is sort of reminds me of being in the mountains above the timberline, but different. Iceland is so beautiful. Second, being that access to the fisheries is on the “beat system”, the fish are not pressured and you have the place all to yourself. Fish Partner has exceptional beats. As far as you can see in any direction, only you or your party is present. No combat fishing. It is a place where dreams are made. Third, we liked it there so much my wife stated, “we need to figure out how to rent an apartment or house and live here part of the time.”
Advice for others traveling to Iceland?
Have fun!
James is always positive and brought so much enthusiasm and good vibes on our trips!
1. Don’t hesitate, just do it. Tim and Rob made a trip of a lifetime available and easy to do. Take advantage of it.
2. Put studs on your wading shoes and bring a wading staff.
3. Become familiar with different styles of casting. As previously mentioned, the waters and conditions are so varied, no one way of fishing is applicable everywhere.
4. Bring layers of clothing. It is common to be putting on and taking off layers throughout the day.
5. Be prepared to find yourself already planning your next trip while still there.
6. Relax and have fun. If the fishing is slow, take a seat, have a drink or a sandwich and revel in the moment.
Questions or want to reserve a spot for Iceland 2025? Email me: tcammisa@gmail.com
Kaldakvísl River: Arctic Char
Kaldakvísl River Arctic char are some of the most beautiful fish I’ve caught anywhere in the world. The fish love to eat dry flies and nymphs, and once hooked, go for a run! Join me on a trip to the Highlands and I’ll tell you the secret fly that tricked this one!