
Tungufljot is a very beautiful river in Iceland where you can get good catches in beautiful surroundings with the waterfall Faxi as the crown. You just need the right flies, great food and good company to nourish your soul. Tungufljot river is located 100 km South East of Reykjavík, only an hour away from the capital of Iceland Reykjavík. This makes transfer from the airport convenient and anglers can go direct from the International Airport to the river and back. There is no hotel cost in Reykjavík involved either domestic airfares. The river is in size slightly bigger than East and West Rangá and is rated as a large river on Icelandic standard. It is gin clear water and offers endless pools for fly fishing. The Tungufljot rivers system is one of the biggest in Iceland, it is the main river which is about 30 km long with three attractive tributaries which joins the main river on the upper part plus several other lesser important tributaries and sight streams.

Since Tungufljot opened we have had many of satisfied anglers fish the beautiful river. One of them is Robert Rauch, who is fishing the tail out of the Faxi Falls in the picture. Lets give Robert the word and see what he has to say about Tunguflót River.

Location:South Iceland about 120 km from Reykjavik close to the famous Geysir. Fishing season: June 24th to October 1st. Prime time: July 20th to August 30th Average size of fish: 6-7 lbs. Fishing hours: June 24th –August 9th 07:00-13:00 & 16:00-22:00 August 10th – October 1st 07:00-13:00 & 15:00-21:00 Guide: One per two rods (optional at extra cost) Lodge: No lodge but we can arrange accommodation close by: Tackle: Double handed rods 13 – 15′, weight 9-11, sink tip lines recommended. Bismo (light tube – Local Fly) SunRay Shadow (1 inch) Snaelda (¼ – ½ inch) Black & Blue (½ inch, cone head) Collie Dog (½ – 1 inch) Map: Tungufljot Salmon Beat
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Accommodation: Tungufljot is sold on a license only basis. There are many accommodation options close by. We can arrange accommodation if requested.