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The 15 Best Fishing Trips in Norway

22 trips  ·  from $107 a head

Cod, coalfish and the odd halibut, in fjords with mountains standing over them. The 15 below cover the Tromso and Lofoten boats, with prices, sailing times and how cold the deck really is.

Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience - Fjord views backed by snowcapped mountains
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

1.Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,588 reviews · 5 hours · from $152Our pick

Spend five hours aboard a warm Polar Adventures boat with guides such as Ken, Christina, Carolina, or Kristina. Cruise past Ryøya and Ramfjorden, stop to fish for cod and haddock, watch for eagles, foxes, dolphins, and moose, then eat fresh fish soup with flatbread. Thermal suits, hot drinks, snacks, and an English-speaking crew are included.

“I thought it was excellent. Everyone—the captain, the guides, and the chef—was very friendly. The food was delicious, and there were plenty of free snacks. The boat was very stable. Because of the weather, many activities were canceled, and I thought our trip would be very bumpy, but it was surprisingly smooth. We saw many beautiful views.”

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From Svolvaer: Lofoten Fishing Boat Cruise - Fishing for cod, pollock, and haddock
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From Svolvaer: Lofoten Fishing Boat Cruise

2.Lofoten Fishing Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 621 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Join Go2Lofoten in Svolvaer for a four-hour sea-fishing trip with crew members such as Bard, Bor, and Jonas. Learn local fishing methods, try for cod, pollock, and haddock, and take home your catch if conditions allow. Rain gear, fishing equipment, coffee, biscuits, and a warm non-alcoholic drink are provided.

“Great experience fishing in the Norwegian Sea! We caught fish, then cleaned it with guidance from the captain and had a delicious dinner that night! The gear was great, the waterproof pants and jackets were very useful, and the whole adventure was very fun!”

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Tromso fishing Sea Safari - Two hours and 50 minutes around the Tromsø fjords
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Tromsø: Fishing Sea Safari

3.Fishing Sea Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 563 reviews · 3h 30m · from $223

Set out from central Tromsø on a sturdy aluminum boat with a certified skipper and fishing guide such as Pepe, Alvaro, or Jeremías. You’ll rotate through six rods, learn basic sea-fishing techniques, watch the fishfinder for promising spots, and warm up with hot drinks and soup made from the catch. Bring warm footwear, a hat, and gloves.

“Awesome, boys were so cool and nice to us, keeping eye on our comfort and safety , super friendly atmosphere ,they made delicious fish soup for us,hot drinks and so many photos,i Will recommend this experience to everyone ;)”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience - Fjord views backed by snowcapped mountains
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

4.Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 464 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Set out from Tromsø at 10:00 a.m. aboard a classic wooden boat for five hours of fjord scenery, wildlife spotting, and hands-on fishing. Your guide may point out white-tailed eagles, dolphins, porpoises, or other Arctic wildlife, while the crew serves hot drinks, cookies, and fish soup made with the day’s catch. Thermal suits and fishing gear are included.

“Great tour, really enjoyed it. Good fishing. Lunch was tastier than in a restaurant. Thank you so much”

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Tromsø: Fishing & Fjord Cruise - Fishing the fjords, one spot at a time
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Tromsø: Fishing & Fjord Cruise

5.Fishing & Fjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 460 reviews · 4h 30m · from $198

Sail Tromsø’s fjords aboard Hermes II, a historic wooden boat, while the captain searches for good fishing spots. Norwegian and English speaking hosts provide rods, thermal suits, coffee, fish cakes, and guidance. With luck, your catch becomes a simple meal of fresh fish, butter, and flatbread. The 270-minute cruise suits families, beginners, and solo visitors.

“Absolutely wonderful experience. The whole crew is so nice and very welcoming. They are also very knowledgeable about the history of the boat, country and have extensive knowledge on the wildlife in the area. 100/10 hospitality and definitely worth the money.”

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From Tromso: Polar Fishing Adventure - Leaving Tromsø for Hella and Kvaløya
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From Tromso: Polar Fishing Adventure

6.Polar Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 341 reviews · 2 hours · from $136

Join Polar Adventures for a two-hour fishing trip from Tromsø to Hella and Tønsvik. The crew supplies rods, tackle, safety gear, insulated suits, and hot drinks. You may catch cod, pollock, or coalfish, then have the crew cook the fish aboard the Capella.

“Amazing! The straff was wonderful - got plenty of huge fishes - so much fun!”

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Ice Fishing On The Fjord - Learning to fish through sea ice
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Ice Fishing On The Fjord

7.Ice Fishing On The Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 176 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $226

Karin, Oscar, or Jan takes you from central Tromsø to Ullsfjord for a small-group ice-fishing trip. You will drill holes in the frozen fjord, fish beneath the ice, and return to a home or grill cabin for fresh cod, fish burgers, hot drinks, and local stories. Warm outerwear and equipment are supplied, but bring your own mittens, hat, and thermal layers.

“I would highly recommend this tour! The peacefull time at the frozen fjord, amazing views on the white mountains, the guide, and the fact it was a small group, everything was just perfect. We caught about 9 cods, they taste so good!”

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Lofoten: Traditional Fishing Trip - Why the fishing method matters
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Lofoten: Traditional Fishing Trip

8.Lofoten: Traditional Fishing Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 167 reviews · 4 hours · from $146

Join the MS Symra for a four-hour fishing trip off Lofoten. The crew supplies your fishing kit, safety equipment, and instruction, so no experience is needed. You will share one of 10 fishing stations, fish for species such as cod, mackerel, haddock, or pollock, then learn to fillet your catch and take it home if you wish.

“The fishing experience itself was okay. The only type of fish we caught on the entire trip was pollock.”

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Svolvær: Fishing Trip on the Lofoten Sea - Fishing from a traditional Lofoten boat
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Svolvær: Fishing Trip on the Lofoten Sea

9.Svolvær: Fishing Trip on the Lofoten Sea

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 106 reviews · from $107Best value

Spend three hours aboard MS Luna, a traditional northern Norwegian fishing boat, with captain Frank and an English or Norwegian guide. You’ll learn basic fishing, try for cod, pollock, haddock, mackerel, halibut, and more, and can take your catch home. Coffee, tea, rods, warm flotation suits, and life jackets are included.

“It was awesome. Excellent time. Highly recommend. Caught some huge fish. Great boat.”

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Bergen: Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking - Syltøy: clothing, safety and the open boat
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Bergen: Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking

10.Bergen: Guided Fishing Tour with Outdoor Cooking

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 96 reviews · from $253

Travel from Bergen to Syltøy in Øygarden, then spend about 90 minutes fishing for fish, crabs, shrimp and seaweed from an open boat. Guides such as Øyvind and Michel teach you the basics before helping prepare the catch in a historic seaside house. Expect an English-speaking group of up to eight, rain or shine.

“A true view into traditional Norway and fishing for your meals. Very knowledgeable guide and a well equipped tour. Overall a great experience and very highly recommended”

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Half-Day Fishing & Fjord Cruise Adventure from Tromsø in Norway - Tromsø Fjords and the Search for Cod
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Half-Day Fishing & Fjord Cruise Adventure from Tromsø in Norway

11.Half-Day Fishing & Fjord Cruise Adventure from Tromsø in Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Set out from Tromsø at 9:00 a.m. aboard the wooden Hermes II for a 4.5-hour fishing and fjord cruise. The crew provides rods, warm suits, and hot drinks, while the captain searches for cod. You may meet guides such as Truls Iversen and Captain Arndt, learn the boat’s story, and eat the catch if fishing goes well.

“It was a great experience learning how to fish for the first time, seeing eagles, and learning about the marine wildlife in the Arctic as well as the history of the ship.”

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From Tromso: Polar Fishing Adventure - Leaving Tromsø for Hella and Kvaløya
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From Tromsø: Polar Fishing Adventure

12.Polar Fishing Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 57 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $139

Meet Polar Adventures in central Tromsø for a small-group fishing trip through the fjords. Captain Jack, Kenneth, Raul, and the crew provide rods, bait, instruction, insulated suits, drinks, and snacks. You may catch cod or halibut, spot eagles, and have your catch cooked aboard the mahogany vessel.

“You guys are the best! Thanks again, hope to see you again in December!!! :) Volodymyr”

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Fishing trip from Henningsvær + free (self caught) fish soup - The boat ride is part of the meal
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Fishing trip from Henningsvær + free (self caught) fish soup

13.Fishing trip from Henningsvær + free (self caught) fish soup

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 55 reviews · 3 hours · from $131

Set out from Henningsvær aboard Sabina, a traditional fishing boat, with a local English- or Norwegian-speaking skipper. Fish among Lofoten’s mountains and open sea, learn to filet your catch, and enjoy fish soup made with freshly caught fish. Rods, floating suits, and life vests are provided.

“il nostro capitano è stato gentilissimo, disponibile. la zuppa ottima!”

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Half Day Fishing and Outdoor Cooking in Bergen - Fishing for mackerel, pollock, cod, and more
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Half Day Fishing and Outdoor Cooking in Bergen

14.Half Day Fishing and Outdoor Cooking in Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · from $219

Join a group of no more than eight for a five-hour fishing trip from Bergen to Syltøy in Øygarden. Guides such as Johan, Casper, and Vladimir have helped beginners fish, check crab traps, clean the catch, and prepare meals ranging from fish soup to barbecued mackerel. Rain gear, life jackets, transport, and local apple juice are included.

“A wonderful Norwegian experience - caught mackerel, pollock, learned how to filet. Our guide showed us how to cook up the fish and it was so good!”

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Sjursnes Arctic Ice Fishing Adventure from Tromso - What fishing on the ice is really like
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Sjursnes Arctic Ice Fishing Adventure from Tromso

15.Sjursnes Arctic Ice Fishing Adventure from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 36 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $203

Leave Tromsø at 9:15 am for a six-hour ice fishing trip to a remote frozen lake near Sjursnes. Guide Gudmund leads you through drilling holes, fishing, and Arctic stories. Transport, warm drinks, snacks, and outdoor suits and boots are provided. You may catch trout, but the scenery and quiet setting are the sure bets.

“Guthmundr was great tour guide (guessing the name as I called him Goodman ). Lots of information and a wealth of knowledge. Happy upbeat professional to make it a fun time . The scenic drive was amazing with some incredible views on route . I’ve fishing is great fun too , what an experience. Sadly no fish for us today but it is called fishing not catching . Warm drink and soup was very welcomed and the snack provided was delicious (I can’t remember what it was called sadly ).”

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