Sea Fishing from Reykjavik: Catch Cod, Halibut & More

Reel in your own catch off the Icelandic coast

A sea fishing activity from Reykjavik where you board a boat with experienced guides, fish for species like cod, halibut, haddock and pollock in Icelandic waters, and grill your catch on board before returning to land. All fishing rods, bait and protective clothing are provided; the trip runs 3 hours and includes an English-speaking guide.

The Experience

You check in at the Special Tours Ticket Office on Geirsgata in central Reykjavik, receive your boarding pass and walk to the fishing boat. Once on board, the crew hands you a fishing rod, bait and protective clothing—everything you need is there. A safety briefing and fishing instructions come as you sail out to the grounds, so by the time you reach the fishing zone you know what to do and what to expect.

The next couple of hours are yours to fish. Cod, halibut, haddock, rockfish and pollock are what you're after, and the guides are there to help you land them. They know the waters and the fish, and they'll talk you through the technique. When you hook something, you feel the weight and the fight—that's the whole point of being here instead of buying it at the market.

On the way back to shore, the crew grills your catch on board. You get to eat what you caught, still warm, before you step off the boat. The whole outing takes 3 hours from check-in to landing.

What’s included

• Fishing tour with expert guides speaking English.
• all fishing rods, bait and protective clothing.
• grilled catch on board.
• access to the Special Tours App in English, German, French, Spanish and Chinese.

Good to know

Easy physical levelStroller friendlyPublic transport nearby

Operated by Special Tours Iceland

Is this one for you?Book this if you want to fish hands-on in open water with a small group and experienced crew, rather than watch a demonstration or fish from shore. The 3-hour window works for a free afternoon in Reykjavik without eating up a full day.

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Top questions

What fish can I actually catch off Reykjavik?

Cod, halibut, haddock, rockfish and pollock are the main species you'll fish for on this trip. The guides know where they are and what's biting on the day you go.

Do I need fishing experience to book this?

No. The guides give you instructions on the boat before you start fishing, and all skill levels are welcome. Suitable for all physical fitness levels.

What happens to the fish I catch?

The crew grills your catch on board as you head back to land, so you eat what you caught before the trip ends.

How long does the whole thing take?

The trip is 3 hours from check-in at the ticket office to when you return to shore.

Is hotel pickup included?

Hotel transfers are available for an additional fee; contact the supplier directly to arrange and pay for that separately.

What's provided and what do I need to bring?

Fishing rods, bait, protective clothing and all necessary equipment are included. Food and drinks are not included unless you arrange them separately with the supplier.