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Stóra Laxá, Iceland

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  • Enkel svart konturikon av ett flygplan, snett ovanifrån, på ljus bakgrund - inspirerar sportfiskare till nästa fiskeresa.

    Return flight

    We book your flight and all transfers

  • Enkel svart konturteckning av en fisk som simmar åt höger, med ett öga och leende mun, mot ljus bakgrund - för sportfiskare.

    Species

    Atlantic Salmon

  • Enkel linjeikon som visar ett tält, ett träd och solen - symboliserar camping för sportfiskare på fiskeresa i naturen.

    Accommodation

    Lodge

  • Liten, pixlad svartvit ikon med stiliserat kugghjul och prickar, liknar symbol för fiskeinställningar eller konfiguration.

    Fishing season

    June - September

  • Enkel svartvit kalenderikon med två ringar upptill, perfekt för att planera fiskeresor eller markera viktiga sportfiskeevent.

    Tailored fishing trips

    We create the journey entirely according to your needs

About the fishing trip

Salmon fishing in Iceland

Iceland is Europe’s premier destination for exclusive salmon fishing. The magnificent Stóra Laxá River awaits. It features a mix of open landscapes, dramatic mountains and a wild Atlantic salmon population considered one of the best in Iceland. Fishing is limited to a set number of rods per week, providing peace, space and an authentic experience by the water.

A salmon fishing trip to Iceland is about more than just the fishing. You fish well-managed beats with crystal-clear water, lava formations and dramatic gorges as a backdrop. Many sections offer both classic pools and technical stretches where presentation and strategy are decisive. The combination of genuinely excellent salmon fishing, professional organization and accommodation close to nature makes Iceland the perfect destination for anyone seeking first-class salmon fishing in a unique environment.

We offer two carefully selected packages on Stóra Laxá.

The exclusive option on the lower sections combines accessible and comfortable fishing with a high standard of accommodation and service. Here, you can enjoy a seamless and luxurious overall experience with some of the river’s most productive pools.

The more affordable option on the upper sections is aimed at the dedicated angler. Here, technical and spectacular salmon fishing awaits in more demanding pools, where both physical fitness and fishing ability are put to the test.

More information about each option can be found further down.

En man i orange jacka och keps står i grunt vatten och ler medan han håller en stor fisk med båda händerna under den blå himlen – en lyckad fisketur.

Below is an example of what is included in a 5-day fishing trip for 4 people, with 3 days of fishing on the upper Stóra Laxá between August 4–8.

USD 6,295 per person

5 days with 3 days of fishing.

This is included in the price

  • Return flights from major European airports.
  • One night at a hotel in Reykjavik in a shared double room.
  • Three nights accommodation at the lodge in a shared double room.
  • Fishing license for each angler with their own rod.
  • Fishing guide, one guide per two anglers.
  • Return transfers between Reykjavik and the lodge.
  • Bed linen, towels and final cleaning.

This is extra

  • Fishing equipment.
  • Optional tips for guides.
  • Meals at the lodge.
  • Meals and transportation in Reykjavik.
  • Flights from the USA or other parts of the world. Contact us for exact pricing.

Optional extras

  • Additional fishing days.
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Below you will find an example of what is included in a 5-day fishing trip for 4 people, with 3 days of fishing on the Lower Stóra Laxá between August 4–8.

USD 7,795 per person

This is included in the fishing trip price

  • Return flights from major European airports.
  • One night at a hotel in Reykjavik in a shared double room.
  • Three nights accommodation at the lodge in a shared double room.
  • Fishing license for each angler with their own rod.
  • Fishing guide, one guide per two anglers.
  • Breakfast, lunch and dinner during your stay at the lodge.
  • Return transfers between Reykjavik and the lodge.
  • Bed linen and towels.
  • Final cleaning.

This is extra

  • Fishing equipment.
  • Optional tips for guides.
  • Food and transportation in Reykjavik.
  • Flights from the USA or other parts of the world. Contact us for exact pricing.

Optional extras

  • Additional fishing days.
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We take you to the heart of Iceland's salmon fishing. We offer well-designed fishing packages with several full fishing days, created to give you maximum time by the river and the best possible conditions for successful fishing.

You will fish in Stóra Laxá, one of Iceland's most esteemed salmon rivers. Here, you'll encounter clear, flowing waters that run through both open landscapes and narrow passages with lava formations. The river offers classic pools, technical rapids, and varied stretches where precision and strategy make a difference.

Iceland is known for its strong stock of wild Atlantic salmon. The fishing is exclusive with a limited number of rods per stretch, providing peace, space, and a high-quality experience. Here, powerful fish are combined with a raw and magnificent nature that sets the framework for a unique journey.

Each fishing day is planned based on current conditions, water levels, and your ambitions. We adapt tactics and fly selection according to the season and situation to give you the best possible chance. With accommodation near the river and a clear structure for the arrangements, the trip works exactly as we at Outside Travels believe a truly well-planned salmon fishing trip in Iceland should.

  • Dramatisk natur längs en av Islands mest kända laxälvar.

    Day 1

    Fly to Reykjavik. Transfer from Keflavik to the hotel in Reykjavik. Spend the evening and night in Reykjavik.

  • Två personer står i en flod klädda i vadarbyxor; den ena fiskar med ett spö medan den andra hjälper till med håven under deras fisketur bland gröna kullar och porlande vatten.

    Day 2

    Our transport provider will pick you up in Reykjavik and drive you to the Lodge. Fishing on the same day between 4 PM and 10 PM.

  • Tre personer står vid en bil med fiskespön, redo för en fisketur vid en flod. I bakgrunden syns berg och vilda blommor under en molnig himmel.

    day 3-4

    Two full days of fishing

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    Day 5

    Fishing between 08:00-12:00. Lunch at the Lodge and then transfer to Keflavik for an afternoon flight home.

Available dates 2026

  • Book by request

    Depending on the length of the fishing trip, when you want to travel and how many you are.

    Contact us with your preferences and we will put together your package!

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En silverfärgad Toyota-pickup kör genom en grund bäck på en lerig väg mot en grön kulle – perfekt för fiskeresor och fiskeäventyr.
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En tallrik med kött i sås, potatismos, stekt lök och grönsaker serveras efter dagens fisketur. Ett glas rödvin och en drink står bredvid på det upplysta bordet – perfekt för att ladda batterierna efter en fisketur.
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Fishing in Stóra Laxá

The river stretches for more than 90 kilometres and flows from Lake Grænavatn through the dramatic and scenic gorges of Laxárgljúfur before opening out across vast meadows and eventually meeting the glacier river Hvítá. The variations in the landscape are reflected in the fishing - from fast, rocky pools and canyon sections to calmer, deeper bend pools on the open plains. We fish two different beats with two different lodges. Below is a description of the different beats and accommodation options.

Surface fishing is the preferred tactic and an integral part of Icelandic salmon fishing. Throughout the season, it is an incredible experience to see large salmon take small dry flies, hitch flies and Sunray Shadow patterns right on the surface.

Stóra Laxá Lower

Stóra Laxá Lower offers more than 70 marked pools for just 8 rods, providing plenty of space and an exclusive atmosphere. The variations between the pools make the fishing both technical and exciting, regardless of experience level.

Lower Stóra Laxá is easily accessible and suitable for all types of salmon anglers. It features several of the river's most productive pools, making the beat particularly attractive to those who want to combine comfort, structure and truly high-class salmon fishing in Iceland.

Stóra Laxá Upper

Stóra Laxá Canyon Beat (upper) is one of Iceland's most spectacular salmon beats, with approximately 50 varied pools for just 4 rods. Here, you fish in crystal-clear water cutting through dramatic gorges and lava formations across the highland expanses, with the chance of catching some of the country's largest Atlantic salmon.

The upper sections offer more technical and demanding fishing, putting precision, tactics and fitness to the test. You hike along lava fields, sight-fish for large Atlantic salmon and work actively on your presentation in concentrated currents and deep canyon pools.

Accommodation is provided in our self-catering lodge, an affordable option for the dedicated angler who wants to maximise time on the water. Here, raw Icelandic nature is combined with high-quality salmon fishing - an experience for those seeking something out of the ordinary.

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Ett mäktigt vattenfall forsar över klipporna, omgivet av grönska – en perfekt miljö för fiskeresor och spännande fiskeäventyr.
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Accommodation

Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge

Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge is the main base for fishing and offers a fully staffed, newly renovated lodge overlooking the river. The accommodation is finished to a high standard and features both a sauna and a Jacuzzi where you can relax and enjoy the dramatic views, and with a bit of luck, the northern lights in the evenings.

The lodge accommodates 6 twin rooms and 1 double room, a spacious dining room, comfortable communal areas, and a drying room for equipment. Guests are served three meals a day, with a relaxed menu of very good quality.

Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge, boende på fiskeresa till Island och laxfiske med outside travels
Upplyst utomhusmiljö med rund badtunna, lampor och moderna rum - idealiskt för sportfiskare att koppla av efter fiskedagen.
Moderna hemmabar med svart marmorbänk, ölkrona, vitrinskåp och korgbricka. Matplats med utsikt för avkoppling efter fiskeresa.
Utomhuslounge med bambusoffor och träbord på altan, utsikt över landskap för sportfiskare: ängar, kullar, molnig himmel.
Modernt sovrum med två enkelsängar, vita lakan och fönster mot naturen-perfekt för sportfiskaren på fiskeresa.

Accommodation

Upper Stóra Laxá Lodge

The Upper Lodge, which is the base for the fishing, was completely renovated in 2022 and offers comfortable self-catering for up to four twin rooms. Here you stay close to the water in a more adventurous setting in the Icelandic highlands. On the veranda, a jacuzzi awaits where you can relax after a day of fishing with views of the dramatic scenery. A perfect choice for close-knit groups who want to combine proximity to fishing with freedom and high comfort.

Ett vardagsrum med bruna läderfåtöljer, soffa och rustikt soffbord. Kök med gasspis-perfekt efter en fiskeresa.
Upper Lodge, som är basen för fisket fiske efter lax på island och sportfiskare
Vardagsrum med brun lädersoffa, två rottingfåtöljer, soffbord och stora fönster mot grönska - idealiskt efter fiskeresa.
Rymligt, rustikt kök och vardagsrum med trätak, långbord för fiskeresor, soffa, stora fönster och moderna lampor.
Modernt badrum med vita kakelväggar, glasdusch, blågrå kommod, rund spegel och fönster-idealisk vila efter fiskeresan.

Food

The food at Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge is one of the absolute highlights of the stay, and something many guests remember long after their fishing trip is over. Here, it's not just about eating well – every dinner is a carefully considered culinary experience.

The kitchen draws inspiration from the world's finest culinary cultures and offers a varied menu where classic favourites meet modern gastronomy. Each dish is prepared from scratch with great care for ingredients, flavours, and presentation, creating a very high-level restaurant experience.

The menu varies throughout the week, surprising guests with new flavour combinations every evening. The ambition is to serve food that maintains the same high quality as the rest of the stay, where each meal becomes a natural conclusion to a day by the river.

In the pleasant dining room, guests gather to enjoy well-prepared food, share the day's fishing stories, and relax in a laid-back atmosphere. Together with the personalized service and spectacular surroundings, the kitchen contributes to making Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge a destination where the overall experience is paramount.

En person kryddar råa köttbitar med peppar och salt på en metallbricka utomhus under en fisketur.
Grillad biff i skivor med örtsås och färsk rosmarin på en träbricka, serverad efter en fiskeupplevelse eller fiskeresa, med vinglas i bakgrunden.
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Närbild på gurksallad med koriander, sesamfrön och röd chili i en mörk skål – en perfekt avslutning på en fisketur, med en suddig öl i förgrunden.
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Modernt vardagsrum med stora fönster, beige soffa, sittplatser och utsikt mot fiskevänligt landskap, berg och molnig himmel.
Sportfiskare flugfiskar efter atlantlax i isländsk älv.
Sportfiskare njuter av exklusivt laxfiske i Islands vildmark.
Morgonfiske i en klar isländsk älv med perfekta förhållanden.
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These are just some of the fishing essentials we recommend for your fishing trip. At Outside Travels, we're with you every step of the way – before, during, and after your trip. Get help with everything from packing lists and equipment to valuable fishing tips that will make your experience even better.

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En sportfiskare i vadarbyxor och dunjacka knäböjer i vattnet och håller en stor lax - ett minnesvärt ögonblick från fiskeresan.

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Artiklar & guider för fiske på Island

Before a fishing trip to Iceland

What fish species are found in the rivers of Iceland

In this part of the river, we fish for salmon.

When should one go on a fishing trip to Stóra Laxá?

The season runs from June - September.

Can I customize my fishing trip to Iceland

Absolutely. Each period is sold with 3 days of fishing. So you can fish 3 days on the lower and then 3 days on the upper if you wish. Contact us for a quote.

Information about passports and visas in Iceland

Swedish citizens do not need a visa to travel to Iceland, but must carry a valid passport or national ID card

Facts about the country

Iceland is a volcanic island republic in the North Atlantic with about 390,000 inhabitants, the majority of whom live in the capital Reykjavik. The country is known for its dramatic nature with glaciers and active volcanoes. It is an independent parliamentary democracy (since 1944) with the world's oldest parliament, the Althing, founded in 930

Is there Wi-Fi available?

Yes. There is Wi-Fi here and you don't pay anything extra for it.

How do you fish in Iceland and in Stóra Laxá?

Surface fishing is the preferred tactic and a natural part of Icelandic salmon fishing. Throughout the season, it is a fantastic experience to see large salmon take small dry flies, hitch flies, and Sunray Shadow just on the surface.

What's the weather and climate like in Iceland?
  • Temperature: It's cool but pleasant. Daytime temperatures are usually between 10°C and 15°C, but can sometimes reach up to 20°C. Nights are cold, often around 5-10°C.
  • Unpredictable: The weather can change quickly, from sun to rain and wind in just a few minutes ("four seasons in one day").
  • Midnight Sun: From June to July, it is almost light around the clock.
  • Precipitation: Rain does occur, but often as shorter showers rather than persistent rain all day. June is usually the driest month.
  • Wind: It is often windy, which can make it feel significantly colder than what the thermometer shows.

Travel Guarantees & Insurance

We at Outside Travels have arranged a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet (the Swedish Legal, Financial and Administrative Services Agency), which means you can travel with us securely.

The travel guarantee entitles you to compensation if any part of your package tour or linked travel arrangements cannot be completed due to the organiser's insolvency.

With our travel guarantee and well-planned fishing trips, you can lean back and focus on what's most important – your fishing adventure.

Terms and Conditions

When you book a fishing trip with Outside Travels AB (org. no. 559046-2395), you travel safely and securely. We follow the general terms and conditions of the Swedish Association of Travel Agents and Tour Operators (SRF) as well as our own specific terms and conditions, adapted for fishing trips and package tours.

The terms describe everything you need to know about booking, payment, cancellation, changes, and liability. We also have a travel guarantee with Kammarkollegiet, which means you are protected if anything should happen to the organizer or the trip.

The purpose of our travel terms and conditions is to allow you to focus on what matters most – your fishing adventure – with complete security and clarity before departure.