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XXLofoten
Sea Fishing in Lofoten 2026
XXLofoten is a guided sea fishing and sea-safari operator based at Svolvær harbour. Offers captained fishing trips (~3-4 hours) aboard the historic 1917 motor vessel MS Symra, plus RIB safaris in Trollfjorden, sea safaris, and kayak tours. No in-house apartments or rorbu -- guests stay at hotels or rorbu around Svolvær.
Details are compiled from operator and third-party sources; “last updated” does not mean every field was independently verified. Confirm prices, capacity, boats, facilities and registration status before booking. To qualify for the export quota, you must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MS Symra (1917) | 70 ft | Not verified | 1 | Skipper inkludert, Filetering om bord, Sikkerhetsutstyr |
Species and seasons
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Accommodation
No in-house accommodation; book separately in Svolvær (e.g. Anker Brygge, Svinøya Rorbuer, Live Lofoten)
Units: 0 · Max guests: 0
Pricing information
See xxlofoten.no for current prices on guided fishing trips (MS Symra), RIB safari, and sea safari. Accommodation is booked separately.
Practical information
Address: Joh. E. Paulsens gate 9, 8300 Svolvær
Nearest airport: Svolvær lufthavn (Helle) (7 km)
Website: xxlofoten.no
What we like about XXLofoten
- ✓Captained fishing trip aboard the historic MS Symra (built 1917) -- no boat license or experience needed
- ✓Departure directly from Svolvær harbour -- walking distance from hotels, restaurants, and the express boat quay
- ✓The operator states that catch is filleted on board; this does not itself establish export eligibility
Worth knowing
- !No self-drive boat rental and no in-house accommodation -- must be combined with external hotel/rorbu
- !Fishing trips of ~3-4 hours are short compared with a full self-rental day on the water
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Pair an MS Symra fishing trip with a RIB safari into Trollfjorden the same week -- two different experiences from the same operator and the same Svolvær quay.
- 2The Institute of Marine Research gives February–April as the main spawning period for Northeast Arctic cod. Check which MS Symra trips the operator actually offers, and book early because capacity is limited.
- 3For accommodation in Svolvær, Anker Brygge and Svinøya Rorbuer are within a few minutes' walk from the departure quay.
Frequently asked questions about XXLofoten
Does XXLofoten offer apartments or rorbu?
No. XXLofoten is a guided tour operator and does not run its own accommodation. Guests book a hotel or rorbu separately in Svolvær -- for example Anker Brygge, Svinøya Rorbuer, or Live Lofoten, all within walking distance of the departure quay.
Can you rent a self-drive boat at XXLofoten?
No. XXLofoten only offers captained trips aboard MS Symra plus guided RIB and sea-safari tours. There is no self-drive boat rental. If you need a rental boat, other Lofoten operators offer this -- see our Lofoten regional camp listing.
How long does an MS Symra fishing trip last?
The operator states that a guided MS Symra trip normally lasts about 3–4 hours and departs from Svolvær harbour, with skipper, fishing equipment, and on-board filleting. Filleting does not itself establish export eligibility: for the tourist quota, you must both fish and stay through the same registered tourist fishing business and hold individual documentation.
What fish species can you catch on MS Symra?
The operator describes cod, saithe, and haddock as target species in the Vestfjord. The Institute of Marine Research gives February–April as the main spawning period for Northeast Arctic cod. Actual species availability and catches vary.
How do you get to the departure quay?
Departure is from Svolvær harbour (Joh. E. Paulsens gate 9). The nearest airport is Svolvær Airport (Helle), about 7 km away. Alternatively, fly to Harstad/Narvik (Evenes) or Leknes and drive, or take an express boat/ferry to Svolvær.
Planning a fishing trip to XXLofoten?
Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Lofoten tools for catch data and export-quota overview.