Langá

Langá is one of Iceland’s top rivers with an average catch of 1600 salmons per year. It is renowned for its beauty and is a fly fisherman’s paradise. In all the river has 93 named pools so there is plenty of space for the 12 rods that fish the river.

Langá is medium in size and gin clear, the river is perfectly suited for light gear, small flies and hitch.

Langá was one of the first rivers that the British leased in Iceland so the river has a tradition of fly fishing dating back to early 19th century.

In fact it was an English lady by the name of; „ Walterina Favoretta Kennard“ that leased the river from early in the 19th century all the way until she was forced to abandon it when world war II started and most of her clients had to report for duty. Mrs. Kennard and the gentlemen she catered for loved the river and so will you.

When Mrs. Kennard leased the river there were several large waterfalls that hampered the fish from migrating up stream until later in the season when water levels were lower. But since 1962 there have been built five fish ladders in the river to ensure the salmon has clearer passage up stream. With the constructions of the ladders and other improvements the fishable area of the river has increased from 13 to 26 km. The river also benefits from reservoir in Lake Langárvatn so the river hardly ever suffers from lack of water.

The cozy lodge rests on a cliff near riverbank with a stunning view over the lower beat and the ocean. The lodge has a dining room and twelve ensuite double rooms.

There is a sauna to soak in after a good day fishing. The cuisine is world class with only the best local ingredients, and the welcoming staff ensure you are pampered in every way

Tackle 

Single handed rod line wt. 6-8.  Double handed rod early in the season, 12-13 foot. All floating lines.

Best flies

Sunray Shadow, Collie dog, Green Butt, White Wing, Blue Charm, Snælda, Frances, Blue Charm, Haugur, Krafla, Langá Fancy, Hitch flies and tubes. Sizes 8-10-12-14-16.