The Laxa in Kjos

The Laxa in Kjos is the centrepiece of one of the most stunning glacially forged valleys in southern Iceland. A narrow upper canyon splays into a gentle, peaceful, arable valley before cascading down the final falls and pools into the sea. Amazingly, this exceptional river and its beautiful tributary can be reached within an hour's drive from Reykjavík and one and a half hour drive of Keflavik International Airport. Arguably one of the country's top producers and it never falls out of the top ten listings. Besides being a first class salmon river, it also has a very substantial run of good sized sea trout, some straying into the 8 to 10 lb class and it goes without saying that the sea trout add another exciting angle to these intimate and exhilarating rivers.

The Laxá is the main river, originating in Lake Stíflisdalsvatn. Close to the sea, the shorter but prolific Bugða tributary enters, having started its run in Lake Meðalfellsvatn. Laxa in Kjos is a medium volume river by Icelandic standards and is fished by 8 rods, the Bugða tributary being small by the same standards and fished by 2 rods, the full 10 rods rotating over five beats and sharing the lodge. From late June, when the salmon run begins to strengthen, the rivers are fly fishing only with voluntary catch and release, a practice that is consistently on the up in Iceland.

As for accommodation the Laxa in Kjos was finally treated to a new fisherman’s lodge that was completed just prior to the 2007 season. The Kjos Lodge, overlooking Klingenberg Pool, gazing downriver to the legendary Laxfoss, was immediately recognised as one of the finest fishing lodges in Iceland. It is a large, attractive, wooden lodge with a central gathering area conducive to regaling fishing stories and relaxing in style. Each fisher has their own spacious, quiet and well-appointed en-suite bedroom with a river view and a second bed should they choose to rod-share as is often common in Iceland. The Kjos Lodge also boasts a large wader/drying room and the convenience of being able to provide rods, reels and other loan equipment if required.

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Weekly Schedule:  

Various days of entry and exit. Rod sharing available and is highly recommended, making the package fantastic value for money.

Package Rate:

Prices vary throughout the season. Please contact us for individual prices on individual weeks.

Price includes:

•    Five full days fishing with a half day of fishing on the afternoon of arrival and the day of departure.
•    Full board and accommodation for one person based on single occupancy.
•    Guide fee.
•    All soft/carbonated drinks.

Price does not include:

•    International flights
•    Rod share fee
•    Round trip transportation to the lodge from Keflavik Airport .
•    Optional private guide
•    Alcoholic beverages.
•    Gratuities to guides and lodge staff.

Special Notes:

Shorter fishing periods of two or four days are available.
You can share a rod on the Kjos but this does mean that you will share a room.

The Laxa in Kjos

Time Difference
Reykjavik GMT

Flight Time from the UK
London - Reykjavik: 3 hrs

Visa Requirements for UK Citizens
None. However a certification of tackle disinfection required and may be checked as you progress through passport control upon entering the country. We advise travelling anglers to obtain such certifications prior to leaving the UK.

Species
Atlantic salmon, sea trout, trout and Arctic char

Season to Travel
July - August

Tackle and Kit
Either a 9-10ft single-handed 6-8 weight rod, floating lines, flies, 8-15lb clear nylon leader, chest waders, wading jacket, lifejacket, wading stick and polarised sunglasses.

Clothing
The weather can be changeable in Iceland so please wear comfortable layered clothing. Your vehicle will be close to hand so take a bag that all extra clothing and equipment can be stored in.

The Laxa in Kjos