Reykjavík Sea Angling Gourmet

by Elding Adventure at Sea · sea-angling · Reykjavík

4.60(56) · tour · TripAdvisor4.50(2,403) · operator on Google
Reykjavík Sea Angling Gourmet — Elding Adventure at Sea

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  • Duration

    3 hours

  • Difficulty

    Easy

  • Season

    All year

  • Starts in

    Reykjavík

  • Meeting

    Meet on location

  • Languages

    EN, DE, SV, IS, FR, PL, ES

  • Departs

    09:00, 13:00, 17:00

  • Minimum age

    5

  • Cancellation

    Free until 24h before

About this experience

Join us aboard Jóhanna, a charming fishing vessel operated by seasoned sailor brothers who have spent their lives mastering the waters of Iceland. This isn’t just any fishing trip - it's a unique, true Icelandic experience that promises adventure, fresh air and unforgettable memories.

Whether you're a first timer or an experienced angler, this tour is designed to suit everyone. Imagine breathing in the crisp ocean air as you venture out into the open sea, with the possibility of spotting puffins and other seabirds along the way. The thrill of reeling in your first catch of the day is a moment that will stay with you forever.

This small group tour ensures a personal experience, taking you to the best fishing spots in the bay. With the expertise of our crew who are eager to share their knowledge and insider tips, you’ll quickly learn the best techniques for a successful catch.

On board, we provide all the necessary fishing gear, so you can focus on the fun. And the best part? The crew will grill your fresh catch right on the boat, serving it up with potatoes and a sauce for a delicious and satisfying meal. If you’re lucky enough to catch more, you’re welcome to take the rest home.

Most common catch in the area is Catfish, Cod, Haddock, Mackerel and Pollack. We will BBQ your catch on board and you can of course take the rest with you home.

Don’t miss out on this authentic Icelandic fishing adventure and reserve your spot today.

Description from the operator, Elding Adventure at Sea. Prices and availability in the booking panel are live.

Where you go

  1. Meet the crew
  2. Fish like a viking
  3. BBQ your catch on board

Included

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

Good to know

Remember to dress appropriately for the weather and wear sturdy footwear. We recommend choosing clothing that you don't mind getting a bit dirty.

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.

Cancellation for this tour

Free cancellation until 24 hours before departure; no refund after that. If the operator cancels for weather or safety, you get a full refund or a new date.

If the weather cancels this tour

Iceland's weather is real. What usually stops this one is a forecast the operator judges unsafe. Here is exactly what happens to your booking.

  1. 1Elding Adventure at Sea decides, and tells us. Operators cancel when it is unsafe or pointless, and we back that call every time — we do not ask them to run anyway.
  2. 2We contact you by email, and by phone if your tour is the same or next day. You choose: another date if there is one you can make, or a full refund. There is no fee and nothing to argue.
  3. 3The refund goes back to the card you paid with, through Stripe, usually visible within a few working days. If this tour was one of several in your booking, the others are untouched.

What you do not get is the day back. If this is the only free day in your plan, put a spare day next to it — the planner leaves days free with the rest-day option. And if you want out because the forecast looks bad, that is your own cancellation: free until 1 day before departure, the operator's policy after that.

Questions on the day: [email protected] · +354 497 1373. How cancellations work in Iceland →

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Who this is not for

  • Children under 5 cannot join this one.

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Why we list it

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What travellers say about Elding Adventure at Sea

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Operator rating 4.5/5 from Google — these are reviews of the company, not this specific tour. Shown as Google returns them, unedited.

  • Iola Wilson

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    We had an incredible sunset whale watching trip. From the beginning, every member of staff was attentive and helpful. Our guide shared lots of info on the wildlife we spotted - birds and whales. We were blessed with beautiful weather and the boat wasn't busy so we had room to move around and spot wildlife. Lots of tips on how to spot whales were shared. We saw a minke whale and then in the distance the sprays from several humpbacks.We made our way towards these and then stayed with one for ages - it was magical! The captain was very generous with time - because our encounter was quite far out, our trip was over 3.5 hours, we were not rushed back because time was running out! We saw lots of different bird species too. The sunset was stunning and we were able to enjoy this on the way back and also get some beautiful pictures of Reykjavik as we approached. We were also impressed with the way Elding respect the wildlife. Our 9 year old learned so much about whale spotting and ga been putting it to use on our cruise - spotting minkes and humpbacks from the ship! Thank you so much, Elding, for a truly memorable and magical evening!

  • Emily A

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    Our whale watching tour was so special. I will start with the whales: we definitely saw them! We found a couple of humpbacks busy feeding and out guide did a great job of pointing them out and describing the behaviors we were seeing. It was truly amazing. The crew has the skills and experience to find what’s in the area. Additionally, they provided us with pictures of the whales and a journal entry about our voyage. We heard from someone else on the boat that if you go out and do not see any wildlife, they will provide you with a voucher to come out again another time (this family was on their re-do but your mileage may vary as I didn’t hear or read about this.) But of course, one cannot control the outcome, and still I would recommend this trip. It was such a fun way to see the city of Reykjavik and the surrounding mountains. We had a beautiful day with a bit of wind and they provided motion-sickness tablets for free, but remaining outside I did not experience much malaise. I also want to say that the company was very accommodating. We had booked a morning tour that we couldn’t get to due to travel disruptions and they were very willing to honor our reservation at a later time slot.

  • Casey Phifer

    ★★★★★ · 2 months ago

    Booking excursions through Elding was seamless, and I really appreciated their ecological focus. I first took their free ferry to Viðey with my Reykjavík City Pass, then enjoyed the experience so much that I booked both their classic whale watching and puffin tours. Everything felt easy and well organized, from the cold weather gear to the books, wildlife guides, and knowledgeable experts who narrated the tours and answered questions along the way. These excursions gave me some of my favorite memories of Iceland while getting to learn. about the wildlife and explore Faxaflói Bay. Highly recommend!

  • Olivia Yip

    ★★★★★ · a month ago

    Classic puffin tour was 1 of 2 pricier tourist attractions we did (other being Hvammsvík) and this one was SO WORTH THE MONEY. Cute puffins, fun boat tour, knowledgeable staff, binoculars provided, loved every second of it, you get even more pics from them after, and it was guaranteed you see puffins since they take you to an island with a whole colony!! Definitely recommend as a todo activity in Iceland! And it’s cheaper than driving down to the westman islands and taking the ferry and using up 9 hours of your day to see the puffin colony there!

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