Vididalsa II is among the best known sea trout and arctic char waters in Iceland. All the fish that run the Vididalsa and Fitjá rivers pass through the beat, with thousand of big char and a good number of salmon and trout caught each year.
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The Vididalsa II beat, is the lowest section of the Vididalsa river. It has been very popular with anglers for decades, and for good reason: All of the fish that run the Vididalsa and Fitja rivers – big char, trout and salmon – pass through this beat. The Vididalsa II offers a great variety of pools with good accessibility. Making it ideal for fly fishing.
Fishing is arranged on a bespoke basis for up to three rods. Here anglers can expect a layered experience as the Víðidalsá II is a true multi species beat. The star of the group is undoubtedly the Char. The beat has a lot of both sea run Arctic Char and local Char. Additionally, anglers can encounter aggressive local and sea- run trout as well. Apart from those, all of the salmon heading up to the main Víðidalsá beat need to pass through here as well.
Fishing Season
Late June until late September.
Prime Time
Early July to mid August.
Recommended Flies
Streamers, nymphs or dry flies for Char and Trout. Standard patterns for the Salmon.
Recommended Tackle
Single-handed rods, floating lines and small double-handed rods.
Anglers are provided with a brand new and comfortable self-catering lodge situated close to the river bank. There one can enjoy beautiful views over the river and the scenic mountains surrounding the valley. There are three twin-bedded rooms, a spacious living room, a well-equipped kitchen and a dining room. On the terrace there is an outdoor grill and a Jacuzzi.
The lodge is serviced at all times with fully-made ups beds and cleaning of the cottage upon departure. Fishing guides and catering service can be provided upon request.
We welcome rod sharers on all our rivers as well as non fishers. We can also offer our guests extra rooms depending on availability
Yes, disinfection must be carried out by a veterinarian from the country of embarkation and a certificate of disinfection presented to local custom officer upon arrival to Iceland. If a certificate cannot be obtained, the fishing equipment must be handed to customs officers upon entering the country for immediate disinfection at owner’s expense.
We kindly ask our guests to adhere to the check in schedules specified here on the website or in the brochures in order for our staff to be able to adequately prepare the lodge for your arrival.
In Iceland English is widely spoken by the locals and can be referred to as a second language.
The Víðidalsá II beat is very accessible and all pools can be reached on a 4×4. Wading is up to each ones preference.
Víðidalsá II is a true multi species beat. The star of the group is undoubtly the Char. The beat has a lot of both sea run Arctic Char and local Char. Theres plenty of aggressive local and sea run trout as well. Apart from those, all of the salmon heading up to the main Víðidalsá beat need to pass through as well.
DISTANCE FROM REYKJAVIK
211 km.
DRIVING TIME
Approx. 2 hour, 39 min.
GPS
65°28’29.8″N 20°31’22.1″W
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