Fishing & Fjord Cruise

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Experience Arctic fishing on Tromsø’s historic Hermes II boat! Fish in stunning fjords, enjoy fresh catches with flatbread, and stay cozy in heated lounges. Includes gear, thermal suits, and hot drinks. Max 18 guests.

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Meetup Time

09:00

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Activity Level

Easy

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Duration

4.5 hours

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Group Size

4 - 18

Meeting point

Stortorget 1, 9008 Tromsø

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What to expect

Meet at pier 12
Meet directly by the boat on the sea side of Kystens Hus, Stortorget 1.
Cruise to the fishing grounds
Sail through the Arctic fjord landscape aboard the historic Hermes II.
Fishing in alternating groups
All equipment is provided — 5–6 rods in action at a time so lines stay untangled.
Taste of the catch
With a catch of the day: fresh fish, butter and flatbread, northern Norwegian style.
Return to Tromsø
Warm up in the heated lounge as we cruise back to the harbour.

Info

Description

On this trip you get to feel both the excitement of fishing and the peace and quiet on board. Catch the big fish, take in the views, explore the beautiful boat and get to know the exciting story of Hermes II.

And if the fishing goes well, you'll be served fresh fish, butter and flatbread in true northern Norwegian style. We have all the equipment you need — 5–6 rods can be in action at the same time, and we alternate the rods so everyone gets plenty of time to fish. There's a heated lounge below deck and warm suits for free use.

Good to know

Meeting point: directly by the boat on pier 12 (sea side of Kystens Hus, Stortorget 1).
Boat: Hermes II.
Duration: approx. 4.5 hours.
Max 5–6 fishing rods in use at the same time; fishing is organised in alternating groups.
The trip may be cancelled or changed due to bad weather conditions.

Packing

What's included

Included

Norwegian & English speaking hosts
The history of Hermes II
Warm blankets and thermal suits
Warm indoor saloons
2 guest toilets
Personal safety equipment
Fishing rods and equipment
Hot drinks (coffee/tea/toddy) included
Snacks, soft drinks & alcoholic beverages for sale
Taste the norwegian traditional fish cake
Fresh fish, butter and flatbread when we have a catch of the day

Excluded

Personal equipment & warm clothing
Remember hat, mittens and warm shoes
Your own fishing rod if you like

Weather

Forecast the next days

Tomorrow

17°

Saturday

14°

Sunday

13°

Monday

12°

Tuesday

11°

Wednesday

10°

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