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Our Philosophy & Heritage

Guiding the Icelandic Rivers

Our Roots

Born from a passion for wild water

Fish Partner was founded by an intimate group of dedicated local Icelandic fly fishermen who spent their lives mapping the intricate river systems of the sub-Arctic. What began as a premium guiding service quickly evolved into one of Iceland's most respected full-service outfitting operations.

Today, Fish Partner is a fully licensed travel agency registered with the Icelandic Tourist Board. We manage five elite lodges, hold exclusive leasing rights to over a dozen private river beats, and host hundreds of international anglers each season, helping them realize custom-crafted, all-inclusive angling dreams.

From airport meeting points and professional Range Rover ground transport, to hand-selected fly tying, helicopter fly-outs, and five-star Scandi culinary services, we manage every detail to perfection.

Conservation Ethics

Protecting the Ice-Age genetics

Fish Partner operates under a strict catch-and-release mandate across all fresh waters. Iceland's native Atlantic Salmon, Sea-run Brown Trout, and ancient Ice-Age resident trout are delicate resources. We are dedicated to ensuring their survival for future generations.

  • 🛡️ Barbless Hooks Only: Minimizes physical damage to migrating and spawning fish.
  • 💧 Keep Them Wet: We practice and train our guests in safe fish-handling protocols, ensuring the species never leaves the water.
  • 📊 Rod Limitations: We maintain incredibly low daily rod counts on all private beats to avoid over-pressuring pools.
Our Captains

The Guiding Masterminds

Meet the visionary anglers who operate Fish Partner's daily expeditions, lodge services, and custom outfitting plans.

Kristján Páll Rafnsson

Co-Founder & Head Outfitter

Two decades of guiding experience in the Central Highlands and North. Renowned for mapping technical char canyon pools on the Kaldakvísl.

Ingólfur Kolbeinsson

Lodge Operations Director

Oversees guest services, Scandi-luxury accommodations, and gourmet food protocols across Battle Hill, Long Valley, and Highland Lodges.

Sindri Hlíðar Jónsson

Master Salmon Guide

Tackle and drift designer specializing in Northwestern Atlantic Salmon rivers. Holds multiple Icelandic records for giant single-handed catches.