Hosted Fishing Trips to Iceland 2026: Join TwinPeakes Fly Fishing on the Stóra Laxá

If you’ve dreamed of salmon fishing in Iceland, few rivers capture the imagination quite like Stóra Laxá. With its untouched canyons, glass-clear meadows, and powerful multi-sea-winter salmon, this river represents everything that makes fishing trips to Iceland so exceptional.

In 2026, TwinPeakes Fly Fishing is hosting exclusive weeks on Stóra Laxá’s famed lower beats—offering anglers the perfect combination of world-class Atlantic salmon fishing, expert guiding, and authentic Icelandic adventure.

Why Stóra Laxá?

One of the Most Beautiful and Productive Salmon Rivers in Iceland

Flowing 90 km from Lake Grænavatn to the glacial Hvítá, Stóra Laxá is widely regarded as one of the most scenic and dynamic rivers in Iceland. Divided into upper and lower sections across four beats, it delivers over 110 pools of varied water:

• high-energy canyons

• rocky, fast-flowing runs

• sparkling meadow flats

• slow, cut-bank pools holding MSW Salmon

Located just 90 minutes from Keflavik Airport, the river is surprisingly accessible—ideal for anglers joining hosted trips to Iceland without the need for long domestic transfers.

The Lower River: Easy Wading & Big Salmon

The TwinPeakes hosted weeks take place on Lower Stóra Laxá (Beats 1–3 & lower Beat 4)—the most productive and accessible section of the river. With 7/8 rods fishing over 60 marked pools, anglers can expect:

• consistent runs of large MSW Atlantic salmon

• easy wading on gravel and small stone

• occasional shallow crossings

• a mix of technical and forgiving water

This is classic Icelandic salmon fishing, made truly special by the visual, surface-oriented methods Stóra Laxá is famous for.

Surface Fishing at Its Best

For many, salmon fishing in Iceland means small flies, hitches, and heart-stopping surface takes—and Stóra Laxá delivers that in abundance. Later in the season into September the norm would be fishing a combination of surface patterns and weight conehead Red Francis on a floating line.

Throughout the season, anglers regularly encounter big MSW salmon confidently taking:

• micro flies

• hitched tubes

• small Sunray Shadows

• surface-skated patterns

There are few rivers in the world where topwater salmon fishing is this reliable and this exciting.

2026 Hosted Trip Availability

Join the TwinPeakes Fly Fishing team for a supported, managed week on the river. Note* During a Hosted Trip with Twin Peakes, you will not see your host disappearing to go fishing, your host will split his time up between the group, offering casting advice and guiding and will be taking photo's of the week which will be edited and sent to you afterwards.

June 2026 – Opening Week

21–24 June – 7 rods -  1,137,000 ISK (£6850)

→ 4 rods available

September 2026 – Hosted by Will Peake

21–24 September – 7/8 rods -  957000 ISK  (£5733)

→ 3 rods available

24–27 September
→ SOLD OUT

Accommodation: The Lower Stóra Laxá Lodge

Your home for the trip is the newly refurbished, fully catered lodge set directly above the river—a perfect place to unwind after a long session on the water.

The lodge includes:

• 6 twin rooms + 1 double

• comfortable lounge & dining area

• sauna & jacuzzi with panoramic river views

• dedicated drying room

• three high-quality meals per day

• relaxed atmosphere tailored to anglers

On clear nights, guests may even catch the Northern Lights dancing above the valley.

Example Hosted Trip Itinerary

Day 1 – Arrival in Iceland

• Fly to Keflavik International Airport

• Transfer to downtown Reykjavik

• Check-in to Hotel Odinsve (or arranged alternative)

• Evening free to explore Reykjavik

Day 2 – Reykjavik to Stóra Laxá

• 13:00 pickup from hotel

• Lunch stop en route

• 14:30 arrival at lodge

• 16:00–22:00 first fishing session

Days 3 & 4 – Full Fishing Days

• 07:00 breakfast

• 08:00–13:00 fishing with guide (2 anglers per guide)

• 13:00–16:00 lunch & break

• 16:00–22:00 evening fishing session

• Dinner, drinks, and stories at the lodge

Day 5 – Final Session & Return to Reykjavik

• 08:00–12:00 last morning on the river

• Transfer to Reykjavik or Keflavik

• Recommended overnight: Courtyard Marriott at Keflavik

Day 6 – Departure

• Fly home from Keflavik Airport

Why Choose a Hosted Trip to Iceland with TwinPeakes?

Our hosted trips are built to remove the stress from international fishing travel—so you can focus on the fishing. Your hosts, Will Peake and Al Peake, handle:

• logistics & transfers

• tackle guidance

• river strategy

• on-water support

• daily planning

• gear preparation

• coordination with Icelandic guides

Whether you're new to Iceland or a seasoned salmon angler, this is one of the best ways to experience salmon fishing in Iceland at its very finest.

Interested in Joining Us on Stóra Laxá?

A conversation is the best place to start.
Get in touch with the team:

Will: +44 7814 279414
Al: +44 7766 548708

We look forward to welcoming you to Iceland in 2026 for an unforgettable week of salmon, scenery, and exceptional fishing.