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Sea Fishing in Finnmark – Guide 2026

Finnmark faces the Barents Sea and includes Gjesvær, Honningsvåg, the Varangerfjord and the Porsangerfjord. This guide lists 14 directory entries and covers cod, wolffish, saithe, halibut, haddock and redfish. Weather, species conditions, season and boat availability vary and must be confirmed before travelling.

The North Cape plateau and its sheer cliffs above the Barents Sea, Finnmark
Photo: Frankemann (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons

Key facts

Number of camps
14 listed fishing camps
Fishing zone
North of 62°N
Top species
Cod, Wolffish, Saithe, Halibut
Guide season
June–September (broad species range)
Nearest airports
Hammerfest (HFT), Alta (ALF), Kirkenes/Høybuktmoen (KKN)

A glimpse of Finnmark

The fishing village of Gjesvær on Magerøya near the North Cape, Finnmark
Gjesvær near the North CapePhoto: Harald Walsøe (CC BY-SA 3.0) · Wikimedia Commons
The harbour at Honningsvåg, Nordkapp municipality, Finnmark
Honningsvåg harbourPhoto: Davide Mauro (CC BY-SA 4.0) · Wikimedia Commons
The broad Varangerfjord in eastern Finnmark
The Varangerfjord, FinnmarkPhoto: Trondheim Havn (CC BY-SA 2.0) · Wikimedia Commons

Fishing camps in Finnmark

CampTypeBoatsSpeciesPrice from
Sørvær HavfiskeIsland2 pcsHalibut, Cod, LingSee camp
Tufjord BryggeIsland6 pcsHalibut, Cod, SaitheSee camp
Båtsfjord BryggeOpen sea7 pcsCod, Halibut, SaitheSee camp
Kongsfjord Arctic LodgeCoastalNot verifiedCod, Saithe, HaddockSee camp
Hasvik Hotel (Big Fish Adventure)Island6 pcsCod, Halibut, SaitheSee camp
Sørøya Rorbuer og HavfiskeIsland8 pcsCod, Halibut, WolffishSee camp
Nordkapp HavfiskeOpen seaNot verifiedCod, Saithe, HalibutSee camp
Adventure Camp Mehamn (Nordic Safari)Open sea6 pcsHalibut, Cod, WolffishSee camp
Varanger BryggeFjordNot verifiedCod, Halibut, SaitheSee camp
Loppa SeafishingFjord3 pcsCod, Halibut, SaitheSee camp
Cape Marina ASOpen sea7 pcsHalibut, Cod, SaitheSee camp
Ingøy SjøhusIslandNot verifiedCod, Saithe, HalibutSee camp
Nordic Sea Angling HavøysundOpen seaNot verifiedHalibut, Cod, SaitheSee camp
Stappan SjøprodukterOpen seaNot verifiedCod, Halibut, SaitheSee camp

Seasonal calendar

Winter (Dec–Feb)

Cod

Polar night occurs during part of winter; timing varies with latitude and terrain. Plan for daylight, sea weather and boat suitability. Halibut fishing is prohibited from 20 December through 20 April.

Spring (Mar–May)

CodHaddockSaithe

Daylight returns rapidly. Weather and local species availability vary through spring.

Summer (Jun–Aug)

WolffishHalibutSaitheCodRedfish · Conditions apply

The midnight sun occurs during the summer period, with long days. Weather and which species may be targeted vary by place and current rules.

Halibut: north of 62°N, all fishing is prohibited from 20 December through 20 April inclusive. 21 April is the first day outside this closure.

Redfish: fishing with conventional gear is prohibited north of 62°N. The exception is only for handline (juksa) from vessels under 15 m overall length, from 1 June through 31 August inclusive.

Autumn (Sep–Nov)

CodHaddockSaithe

Days shorten. Fishing trips depend on sea weather, boat and local species conditions; this guide does not establish better autumn catches. Targeted redfish fishing with ordinary tourist gear is closed north of 62°N outside the June–August exception.

How to get to Finnmark

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By air

Hammerfest (HFT), Alta (ALF), Kirkenes/Høybuktmoen (KKN)

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Ferry

Hurtigruten (Bergen–Kirkenes)

Frequently asked questions about sea fishing in Finnmark

Can I fish for king crab in Finnmark?
King crab is governed by separate area, gear and sale rules and is not covered by this sea-fishing guide. Use the Directorate of Fisheries’ current rules and confirm any guided offering directly with the operator.
What is the best time to fish in Finnmark?
Summer provides long days, but this guide cannot rank catch conditions. Species presence, closures, operator season and weather vary; check them for your place and date.
How do I get to Finnmark?
Hammerfest (HFT), Alta (ALF) and Kirkenes (KKN) are possible air gateways. Flights, ferries, coastal services and driving times change; check operators and a mapping service for your camp and date.
What is the fish export quota from Finnmark?
In 2026, travellers aged 12+ may export up to 15 kg of fish/fish products up to twice per calendar year. The traveller must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation.

Planning a fishing trip to Finnmark?

Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Finnmark tools for catch data and export-quota overview.

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Camp details may rely on operator and third-party sources, and season and weather descriptions are general. Confirm prices, availability, boats, facilities, local conditions and registration status before booking.