one of the best Atlantic salmon rivers of the world

The Kola peninsula in western Russia offers what many would argue is the world's finest Atlantic Salmon fishing. Rivers like the Umba host two or three major runs of Atlantics during their long summer, and offer weekly opportunities to have salmon action like no other spot in the world. Catch statistics are impressive: most weeks provide over 20 salmon per angler landed, and many weeks the figure is almost double. Obviously, success is coupled with a bit of luck and experience, but because of the high numbers of salmon, even newcomers to salmon fishing can score. The Umba also boasts a high percentage of adult salmon, with grilse in the minority most of the summer. Eight- to 12-pound fish are commonplace and many fish over the 20-pound mark are landed throughout the season, including several that top 30 or occasionally even 40 pounds.

The Umba River Lodge offers clean, inviting and modern accommodations right on the river, plus an experienced staff of guides.