Lake Thingvallavatn – Full Service Experience
This trip is dedicated to chasing some of the largest wild brown trout on Earth and trophy Arctic char in one of Iceland’s most dramatic landscapes. Lake Thingvallavatn is Iceland’s largest lake, only 40 minutes from Reykjavík, set by the UNESCO World Heritage site of Þingvellir National Park, the birthplace of the Icelandic parliament in 930 AD, and the visible meeting point of the North American and Eurasian tectonic plates.
The Fish of a Lifetime
The legendary ice-age brown trout of Thingvallavatn has evolved in complete isolation since the last glacial period. These fish are not just large; they are prehistoric in appearance, powerful beyond reason, and revered by anglers worldwide. Every cast has the potential for a fish you will never forget.
Included Beats
Fish Partner offers access to an unrivaled collection of premium beats around Lake Thingvallavatn, each with its own character and potential for trophy trout and char. Our guests may fish a selection of the following exclusive areas during their stay:
• ION Beats Ölfusvatnsárós
Where the Ölfusvatnsá river flows into Lake Thingvallavatn, creating a powerful confluence that brown trout use as a migration and feeding corridor. In peak times, fish gather here in astonishing numbers
• ION Beats Þorsteinsvík
A secluded geothermal bay where warm spring water bubbles into the lake, creating ideal feeding and resting grounds. Browns and char patrol these warmer pockets aggressively, offering close-quarter encounters in a surreal volcanic landscape.
• Villingavatnsárós
The beat offers the opportunity to catch the giant ice age brown trout on small nymphs and dry flies. Streamers can also be strong.
• Kárastaðir
Deep crevasses, volcanic shelves, and structure-rich water where the biggest browns hunt
• Villingavatn
A smaller lake connected directly to Thingvallavatn, offering consistent action throughout the season. Giant browns enter Villingavatn to feed, and fish of extraordinary size can be caught here from opening day through autumn.
• Kaldárhöfði
The Kaldárhöfði beat is in the southmost part of Lake Thingvallavatn where River Sog runs from the lake. The beat also stretches south into Lake Úlfljótsvatn
Accommodation
• ION Adventure Hotel
For guests seeking something more upscale, we now offer stays at the ION Adventure Hotel, perched atop the volcanic ridge overlooking Thingvellir. Known for its award-winning architecture, exceptional restaurant, spa access, and striking views — this is the premium way to experience Iceland’s most historic landscape.
Itinerary
Day 1 – Pick-up at your hotel in Reykjavík or the airport in the morning. Drive to Lake Thingvallavatn and fish one of Fish Partner’s exclusive beats with your guide (up to 12 hours). Lunch at the lake. Check in at your hotel. Dinner is served at the hotel.
Day 2–5 – Breakfast, followed by guided fishing on one of our exclusive beats. Your guide customizes each day based on conditions and goals. Lunch at the lake, dinner at the hotel, and the chance to rest and relive the day’s battles.
Day 6 – Breakfast and check-out. Transfer back to Reykjavík or the airport.
What’s Included
✔ Transportation to and from Reykjavík
✔ Five days of fully guided fishing, including licenses
✔ Five nights at ION hotel
✔ Full board: breakfast, packed lunches, dinner, snacks, and refreshments
✔ Access to Fish Partner’s exclusive beats on Lake Thingvallavatn
Excluded
❌ Fishing equipment (rod, waders, flies — available for rent)
❌ Wine and alcoholic beverages
❌ Guide and staff gratuities
Season
Available April – September
April–June: Prime time for the biggest browns
June–August: Browns and char mix with warmer conditions and diverse tactics
September: Autumn giants and epic colors
Custom Trip Options
Please note that this itinerary is just an example package. Every angler has different goals, preferred fishing styles, and schedules — and we tailor each trip accordingly. Whether you want more days, specific beats, private groups, photography-focused sessions, additional sightseeing, or combination packages with other destinations in Iceland, we will customize the experience to fit your needs. Simply contact us, and we’ll build the perfect Lake Thingvallavatn adventure for you.
