Open sea

Flakstadvåg Camping og Sjøfiske

Sea Fishing in Senja 2026

Flakstadvåg Camping og Sjøfiske sits in a tiny fishing hamlet on the exposed west coast of Senja, the island known as "Norway in miniature" for its dramatic peaks and open sea right on the doorstep. The family-run camp offers well-equipped self-catering cabins for groups of 2–6, rental fishing boats, a floating dock and a dedicated filleting room with freezing facilities for your catch. The exposed waters off Senja deliver strong fishing for cod and big halibut — the camp reports a guest landing a halibut of around 200 kg here.

Quick facts

Location
Senja, Senja
Fishing zone
North of 62°N
Camp type
Open sea
Boats
6 pcs
Top species
Halibut, Cod, Saithe, Redfish, Wolffish
Best season
Summer (Jun–Aug)
Filleting
Yes

Boat fleet

BoatLengthEngineCountEquipment
RANA-53017 ft25 hp1Yamaha 25 hk motor, Sjøkart og fiskekart til låns, Tilgang til flytebrygge, Redningsvester
KAASBØLL-59019 ft60 hp5Suzuki 60 hk motor, Sjøkart og fiskekart til låns, Tilgang til flytebrygge, Redningsvester

Species and seasons

SpeciesJan–MarApr–JunJul–SepOct–Dec
HalibutOKGoodBestGood
CodBestBestGoodGood
SaitheOKGoodBestGood
RedfishGoodGoodBestGood
WolffishOKGoodBestOK
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible

Accommodation

Small cabin (3 beds)

Units: 1 · Max guests: 3

Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Eget bad med toalett og dusj · Soverom med 3 senger · Flatskjerm med satellitt-TV · Gratis WiFi · Egen inngang

Medium cabin (4 beds)

Units: 1 · Max guests: 4

Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Eget bad med toalett og dusj · Soverom med 3 senger + sovesofa i spisestue · Flatskjerm med satellitt-TV · Gratis WiFi · Egen inngang med veranda

Large cabin (6 beds)

Units: 1 · Max guests: 6

Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Eget bad med toalett og dusj · To soverom med 3 senger hver · Flatskjerm med satellitt-TV · Gratis WiFi · Egen inngang

Practical information

Address: Flakstadveien 1073, 9393 Flakstadvåg

Nearest airport: Bardufoss (BDU) (90 km)

Website: www.flakstadvag.no

What we like about Flakstadvåg Camping og Sjøfiske

  • Small, quiet fishing hamlet on Senja's dramatic west coast — "Norway in miniature" with peaks and open sea on the doorstep
  • On-site filleting room and freezing storage for your catch, plus rental boats and a floating dock
  • Exposed sea known for big halibut and solid cod fishing — the camp reports halibut up to around 200 kg

Worth knowing

  • !Open in the summer season only (approx. 15 May – 30 Aug) — no winter or skrei fishing from here
  • !Remote hamlet (about an hour from Finnsnes) with simple but clean standard and few amenities

Tips from experienced anglers

  1. 1Senja's west coast is exposed — check the forecast and stay close to shore in the smaller rental boats when it blows
  2. 2Ask the host about the best fishing spots and borrow sea charts at reception before leaving the dock
  3. 3Bring or arrange tourist-fishing export labelling — catch export is limited, and big halibut above minimum size should be handled responsibly

Frequently asked questions about Flakstadvåg Camping og Sjøfiske

Does Flakstadvåg offer rental boats for fishing?
Yes. The camp rents out boats including a RANA-530 (17 ft, 25 hp Yamaha) and a KAASBØLL-590 (19 ft, 60 hp Suzuki). You can also bring your own boat to the floating dock or use the boat ramp for a small fee.
What fish species can I catch at Flakstadvåg?
The sea off Senja's west coast is known for big halibut, cod, saithe, redfish and wolffish. The camp especially highlights its halibut fishing and reports a guest landing a halibut of around 200 kg here.
Can I gut and freeze my catch at the camp?
Yes. Flakstadvåg has a dedicated filleting room for processing your catch and the option to freeze it before you travel home. The hamlet also has a local shop selling food and fuel.
When is Flakstadvåg open, and what does a cabin cost?
The season runs roughly from 15 May to 30 August. Cabins are priced per night (2025): small NOK 1,090, medium NOK 1,290 and large NOK 1,490, with bed linen and final cleaning charged separately. See flakstadvag.no for current prices.

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