Keen to experience something different and try your luck at ice fishing? The lakes might freeze during wintertime, but the fish are still in the same place. You just have to get a little creative when it comes to catching it.
In Northern Norway the hunter-gatherer lifestyle is still standing strong, and people take pride in creating a meal based on the natural resources found in the area. The northern region is rich with berries, plants and wild game. Last but not least, the lakes have plenty of fish.
Ice fishing in Kirkenes
With thousands and thousands of lakes Kirkenes is a superb place for fishing all year. Snowhotel Kirkenes offers a chill ice fishing experience during the winter season. Provided with warm clothes you will head out to the fjord on a snowmobile sleigh. The guide will drill a hole in the ice while you prepare your fishing gear. Sink your line and wait for the fish to bite. Will you get the biggest catch of the day? Read more about staying at the Snowhotel Kirkenes here.
Try King Crab Fishing
Another ice fishing experiences is the King Crab Safari. During this adventures, the guides take you out onto the frozen waters to pull the king crab pots from a hole in the ice. At the end of the tour you'll get to sink your teeth in the freshest seafood around and feast like royalty. Each leg is bigger than a lobster and full of delicious juicy meat!
The tour starts at Kirkenes Snowhotel who will provided you with clothing before taking a seat in the back of a snowmobile sled. Step out on the frozen fjord and assist with pulling the crab pots out of the deep waters. Back at the restaurant, you will enjoy a fresh king crab meal served Northern Norwegian style. No spice, no sauce, no nonsense!
A Reak Arctic Experience
Ice fishing and king crab fishing is not just about fetching the catch of the day. It's about experiencing a deep-rooted Northern Norwegian. No matter if you are brand new to fishing or an experienced angler, these tours offer a unique connection to the nature and the cultural heritage of the Arctic.
