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Reykjavik Sea Angling Gourmet
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Reykjavik Sea Angling Gourmet

By Elding Whale Watching
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Ages 0-99, max of 20 per group
Duration: 3h
Start time: Check availability
Mobile ticket
Live guide: English
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  • Excellent guidance
  • Rain jacket
  • Fishing equipment
  • BBQ of catch onboard
What's not included
  • Sturdy footwear
  • Clothing that can get dirty


Start:
  • Hlésgata 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
    Meet us at Hlésgata by the floating pier. Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
End:This activity ends back at the meeting point.

    • Not wheelchair accessible
    • Near public transportation
    If you have questions about accessibility, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7090P19

    • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
    • The most commonly caught fish is catfish, cod, haddock, mackerel and pollack - see more here.
    • We recommend wearing good sturdy shoes, clothing that can get dirty an appropriate clothing.
    • Although our success rate is very high, the tours are run in wild nature and therefore we cannot guarantee a catch on a particular tour.
    • Most travellers can participate
    • This experience requires good weather. If it’s cancelled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
    • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 20 travellers

    • For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

    If you have questions about this tour or need help making your booking, we’d be happy to help. Just call the number below and reference the product code: 7090P19

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    • Hlésgata 1, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
      Meet us at Hlésgata by the floating pier. Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
    • 1
      Enjoy 3 hrs. at sea with our excellent and highly experienced crew! On board you will find all the necessary amenities you can expect and if needed you can even borrow a rain coat or boots to keep you dry. No previous fishing experience or license needed, as the crew will take good care of you and teach you all the best techniques. We will sail to the best fishing grounds the bay has to offer and guide you along the way. Any questions you may have will be answered by our friendly and personal crew. As a special treat, the crew will even BBQ a light lunch out of your catch. Make sure to take in the amazing views of Faxaflói bay along the way!
    About the operator
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    • Elding Whale Watching
      4,166
      Reykjavik, Iceland
      Joined in July 2008
    • mzurmuehle
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth the money in every aspect!
      The live audio guide was really helpful and provided us with useful information throughout the whole trip. It felt like this company has a great interest in doing their business in respect of the animals. They stopped when they had to and went on, when we observed the whales for some time - to let them be in peace again. The crew took pictures during the tour as well and you can receive them too (by writing an email) without any charge! Total recommendation!
      Written 6 October 2024
    • palnik
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Worth it.
      It was amazing. I would highly recommend this. The crew shared information about the wildlife we saw and also took professional pictures and shared with us.
      Written 6 October 2024
    • 969shanitae
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Northern Loghts
      Nice experience. The Northern Lights were out and looked beautiful. There is a bar on the boat for hot chocolate or spirits. Also, the suit for added layer of warmth was amazing. Would definitely recommend
      Written 5 October 2024
    • AtomicWeazel
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Once in a lifetime, incredible experience, highly recommend
      An absolutely incredible, once in a lifetime experience. The boat is very comfortable and the staff are incredible, nothing felt like too much on either of the boat trips. They even supplied anti-sickness tablets for my wife, I would highly recommend everyone going to Iceland take part in this.
      Written 4 October 2024
    • Freedom37430646515
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing highly recommend
      We went this morning and saw so many different wildlife but we also saw a humpback whale. There was a lot of space on the boat even know there was a lot of us.
      Written 4 October 2024
    • ErikaB1674
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great tour with an amazing crew
      This was a great tour The crew was super friendly and told us a lot about Iceland and the wildlife at the bay. We were super lucky and got to see humpback wales, one of them even came super close to our boat. The whole crew was as excited as us to spot the wales and kept pointing the wales out in the ocean to us. It truly was a magical experience. The Ending team also sent me some pictures of the tour and a cool report of all the wildlife we saw, thank you so much for going the extra mile!
      Written 3 October 2024
    • 308salehs
      0 contributions
      4.0 of 5 bubbles
      Amazing tour. well recommended.
      Absolutely incredible experience! The whale-watching tour in Iceland was a highlight of my trip. The crew was professional, knowledgeable, and passionate about marine life, making the whole journey both educational and thrilling. The boat was comfortable and well-equipped, offering great views from every angle. We were fortunate to see multiple species of whales, including humpbacks, up close in their natural habitat – a truly awe-inspiring sight! The guides provided fascinating insights about the whales and the surrounding ecosystem. To top it off, the stunning Icelandic scenery added to the magic of the tour. Highly recommend this adventure to anyone visiting Iceland!
      Written 27 September 2024
    • Johnbelfast123
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Elding do not disappoint
      Another excellent day spent with the personnel of Elding in Reyjkavik. I am never disappointed after a trip. A great variety of wildlife with the aurora topping the experience.
      Written 26 September 2024
    • jeanettep779
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible Whale Watching!
      Absolutely brilliant trip! We were lucky enough to see a Humpback Whale up close as well as several Minke Whales and Harbour Porpoises. There was plenty of room on the boat and a fantastic commentary throughout. Highly recommend. Worth every penny.
      Written 23 September 2024
    • dreamcatcher33
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Excellent 50th birthday outing.
      Very good trip out. Found 3 humpbacks 1 very close encounter. Lots of playful dolphins and 3 minke whales. Interesting information about what we saw too. Crew very passionate and caring about the job they do. Will remember this for a long time. Thank you.
      Written 23 September 2024
    • Adventurer736550
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Incredible Experience- Premium small boat whale watching.
      The guides were extremely knowledgeable and clearly cared about the safety of the whales, to the extent that they could identify individual whales (by pet name) spotted. They were excellent at locating the whales, and took us close to a humpback but were sure to protect the mammal. Guides also took photos for the group and will share later. An excellent trip.
      Written 22 September 2024
    • LeisaCc
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      What a great trip!
      What a fantastictrip. The staff were very friendly and informative. They care about the welfare of the whales. Would highly recommend.
      Written 22 September 2024
    • paxrhodopicaf
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Trip for dolphins and minke's fin
      The trip was excellently organised. The ship is quite big and the sailing was very smooth. There are free overall for everyone - they are very comfortable, easy to wear and really kept us warm. We saw a couple of dolphins that were jumping and very close by. Unfortunately, we only sw the fin of a minke whale, but not the whole.one... It was very nice of Elding guide who shared the professional photos of the trip afterwards via email. We definitely recommend this experience.
      Written 17 September 2024
    • 667howards
      0 contributions
      5.0 of 5 bubbles
      Great Whale Watch
      Boat ride was very smooth. Bright sunny day which helped. Guide was very knowledgeable. We saw a few mink whales and a couple of humpback whales. Patience is a must.
      Written 13 September 2024
    • Min197
      0 contributions
      3.0 of 5 bubbles
      Not an enjoyable tour
      Really didn’t see anything during this tour. Guides were helpful and informative but apart from a few Minke whale sightings ( who hardly break water) this just felt like a boat trip out to sea and back. Best to check at what time of year is optimal for seeing the most whales. I know it’s Mother Nature and she whales are whales but still. I just felt o has wasted my money.
      Written 13 September 2024
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    Serene L
    1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    May 2024 • Family
    Our first sea angling experience is so terrific. The caption is well versed with the breeding grounds that even my 8 yo could catch fishes by herself. The brothers team cooked a mouth-watering lunch for us too! They also brought us near to the puffin island to view these great swimmers with small wings.
    Written 29 May 2024
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    Dear 840serenel, Thank you for sharing your terrific sea angling experience with us. It's fantastic to hear that even your young child was able to fish by themselves, and that the lunch cooked by our team was mouth-watering. All the best, The Elding team
    Written 7 June 2024
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    Jori T
    17 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2024 • Family
    Wow! What an amazing morning we had with these brothers! You know it’s good when your husband catches a cod that impresses the boat operators! Highly recommend this tour
    Written 21 July 2024
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    Sheng
    Toronto, Canada5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    We go fishing a lot and this was one of the most memorable and fun experiences. Everyone on board were hooking fish non stop, sometimes 2 at a time. The captain and his brother even managed to get us close to watch the whales and dolphins while we fished. Lunch from catch in the morning was so good, compliments to the chef (i.e. captain). We also took some fish to our rental to cook over the next couple of days which saved us a lot of money from not eating out. My only regret is not having enough cash to tip the captain and his brother.
    Written 20 July 2024
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    Curious817115
    4 contributions
    1.0 of 5 bubbles
    They canceled the trip because of weather and didn’t have openings for the next day. Unable to reschedule because we were leaving
    Written 4 September 2023
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    Dear Curious817115, We regret any inconvenience caused by the cancellation of your trip due to unfavourable weather conditions. We are equally sorry that we weren't able to provide the intended experience during your visit, due to limited availability in the following days, but we hope to have the opportunity to welcome you on a future trip under more favourable conditions. All the best, The Elding team
    Written 28 November 2023
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    Kylie N
    5 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Family
    This fishing trip was amazing. The guides are very friendly, helpful and taught us a lot. We all caught fish. My family as well as the other family with us. They then made our dinner on the boat. It was delicious. Highly recommend
    Written 30 August 2023
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    Dear KylieN139, Thank you for your fantastic review! We are thrilled to hear that you had an amazing fishing trip and enjoyed the company of our friendly and helpful guides. It's wonderful that everyone, including your family and the other family, caught fish and enjoyed the delicious BBQ prepared on the boat. All the best, The Elding team
    Written 10 June 2024
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    Ruth G
    Menomonee Falls, WI3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2023 • Couples
    Great fishing outing! This was a highlight activity for our group of 4 on vacation. Beautiful scenery, helpful and knowledgeable crew, and lots of fish!
    Written 26 August 2023
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    Dear Ruthggg123, Thank you for your kind words! We are delighted that your fishing outing was a highlight of your vacation. It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed the beautiful scenery, the knowledgeable crew, and caught lots of fish. We look forward to welcoming you back for another iconic authentic Icelandic experience! All the best, The Elding team
    Written 10 June 2024
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    colleen855
    3 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Super friendly and accommodating guides. Fish tasted great! The kids all caught a ton- they loved it. The inside of the boat was comfortable and warm!
    Written 23 July 2023
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    Dear colleen855, Thank you for your wonderful review! We are pleased to hear that you found the fishing fun and easy, and that the guides were super friendly and accommodating. It's fantastic that the kids caught lots of fish and enjoyed the comfortable and warm inside of the boat. All the best, The Elding team
    Written 10 June 2024
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    Maude P
    Richmond, Canada1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Jul 2019 • Solo
    I had a lot of fun on this trip even though I came alone! Everyone on the boat was really nice, the fishes were cooked on the boat and it was delicious. We even had the chance to see puffins. Would totally recommend it!
    Written 24 October 2019
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    Dear maudepeloquin08, Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our Sea Angling tour and services provided on board. We're glad you enjoyed the company of our lovely crew and meal prepared of the catch! All the best, The Elding team
    Written 26 October 2019
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    Brock
    2 contributions
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Sept 2019 • Couples
    Crew was amazing, caught tons of fish, and cooking it up at the end was the cherry on top! Would definitely recommend to anybody visiting the area
    Written 24 October 2019
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    Dear BrockL613, Thank you for taking the time to share your experience of our tour. We're glad you enjoyed cooking your own catch and had a great time on board! All the best, The Elding team
    Written 26 October 2019
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    BCT1117
    Reston, VA1 contribution
    5.0 of 5 bubbles
    Aug 2019 • Couples
    We had such a nice time on this! It started out with a cruise out to a small island that had thousands of Puffins. Then, we just dropped our fishing liens and started catching fish. The captain and first mate were incredibly friendly and helpful. When we were done, we went back to the dock and the captain fried up our fish and we had a delicious meal with the freshest fish ever! It was so much fun!
    Written 24 October 2019
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    Dear BCT1117, Thank you for taking the time to rate and review our tour and services. We're glad you had an enjoyable time on board with our lovely crew. All the best, The Elding team
    Written 26 October 2019
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