Boundary Waters Quetico Forum :: Fishing Forum :: Iceland fishing - anybody been there?
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SoMpls |
walllee: "Those huge brown trout have peaked my interest ! Has anybody fished over there, or know somebody who has ? Any info would be much appreciated." I haven't fished but have done a fair amount of research... The general rule I found to be true is lakes = cheap, rivers = ungodly expensive. Lake fishing for Brown Trout is best in may, because they are shallower and actively feeding after winter. Probably not dissimilar to BWCA lakers. For lakes you buy a fishing card that gives you access to 30 lakes. Info online is scarce but all of them have trout and/or char. Lake Thingvellir is the most famous, it is a huge lake and has the largest browns, up to ~25-30 lbs. Another option, and what I would do if I ever am able to, is get a highlands fishing/camping permit. These basically allow you to hike, camp, and fish in a certain area for a week. They are pretty affordable I believe, maybe around $100 depending on where you go. |
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jeroldharter |
Not being a downer, but there are no good deals in Iceland when you sum it up. The cost is really the only legitimate negative about traveling there. The cost of admission is extremely high. I have not yet found a more expensive place that is not far flung. For example, it might cost more to get to the Falkland Islands but on the ground, Iceland is extremely expensive. Even people I know who most would consider wealthy or at least well-to-do pack their own granola bars and snacks to save money in Iceland! But if you are willing to camp, cook some of your own food, and pool expenses with a group, the costs can be manageable. Just really what you are getting into. |
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jlw034 |
First, please rent a car and get away from Reykjavik. As has been said, there are so many tourists, but if you get off the beaten path there is so much beauty to see. Fishing: I didn't get to fish as much as I wanted to as I promised my wife it wouldn't be a 'fishin trip' lol. I bought a license that gave me access to an assortment of lakes around the country, but I only fished in two of them. The first was a mountain lake that was good 2 mile hike up. One of my favorite memories there, but we didn't catch any fish. The second was a long 'F' road (read minimum maintenance mountain road) to a secluded lake. A father and his two daughters had a stringer full of trout, and they told me exactly where they caught them. Problem was they had waders, and were up to their hips. I had no waders, and that water was ICE just a week prior. I caught two small trout, but it was still a blast. Best of luck to you. If you get away from the crowds, you will have the trip of a lifetime. If you have any questions, message me. |
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mastertangler |
jeroldharter: "I've been there but did not fish. Brutally expensive to fish there. " Let me guess........high license fee for non residents and you must hire a government approved guide. You can't just plan your own trip? |
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jeroldharter |
This website lists prices for guided fishing. For one guest with a guide, prices range from $1000-2000 per day, not including tip of course! guided Iceland fishing |
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walllee |
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jeroldharter |
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jeroldharter |
If you want a basic tourist trip on a budget, you can book everything through Icelandair. Our friends booked a 5 day trip out of Boston on Icelandair that was something like $2000 per person (I am guessing) and included flights, hotel, local tours/transportation, and most meals. Good deal for Iceland but they were one of the horde on the tour bus. A much better approach is to spend more money of course. Renting a car and doing whatever you want. The key is to get to sites early in the morning before tour buses arrive, and then late in the afternoon after tour buses exit. Easier said than done as the tour buses are like a rat infestation. You can also work in an Iceland stopover with Icelandair flights to Europe. Icelandair encourages stopovers. |
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mutz |
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mastertangler |
Pretty place though I bet! I would like to go there or perhaps Norway. |
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Jackfish |
mutz: "Take a checkbook..." Yeah, a checkbook would go over well in a foreign country. :) Checks are barely accepted in the US anymore. We've looked into taking a vacation to Iceland, too. Can't say it's been serious looking because of the cost of being there. (Getting there is actually fairly reasonable.) There's also the thought of what there is to do once we are there. |
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mutz |
jeroldharter: "We spend two weeks in Iceland last some. Breathtaking scenery almost surpassed by breathtaking prices! Nevertheless, overrun with tourism which is a major component of their economy. Those socialists know how to cash in it would seem. |
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