Fjord

Lauklines Kystferie

Sea Fishing in Tromso 2026

Lauklines Kystferie sits right on the waterfront in the sheltered Kaldfjord (Kattfjord) on Kvaløya, only about a 40-minute drive from Tromsø Airport. The former fish-trading station, established in 1920, has been run as a holiday resort since 1999 and offers high-standard rorbu cabins, rental boats with echo sounder and GPS, fishing-tackle hire, a covered filleting room and freezer. It is roughly 20 minutes sailing to the open sea, and the area is renowned for big halibut, cod and saithe -- with the midnight sun in summer and the northern lights in winter.

Quick facts

Location
Tromsø, Tromso
Fishing zone
North of 62°N
Camp type
Fjord
Boats
4 pcs
Top species
Halibut, Cod, Saithe, Wolffish, Haddock, Redfish, Ling
Best season
Spring (Mar–May), Summer (Jun–Aug), Autumn (Sep–Nov), Winter (Dec–Feb)
Filleting
Yes

Boat fleet

BoatLengthEngineCountEquipment
Leiebåt med ekkolodd/GPS (selvkjøring)19 ft50 hp1Ekkolodd, GPS, Redningsvester, Fiskeutstyr til leie
Arronet 30 SPT (guidet/skippert med Explore the Arctic)31 ft300 hp3Garmin kartplotter, Garmin ekkolodd, Garmin radar, VHF-radio, Redningsflåte og redningsvester, EPIRB / AIS-SART, Profesjonelt sportsfiskeutstyr, Flyteklær, støvler, lue og hansker, Lokal skipper/guide

Species and seasons

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

Accommodation

Standard rorbu cabin

Units: 3 · Max guests: 6

Ca. 100 m² over to etasjer · 3 soverom · 2 bad med dusj og toalett · Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Klimaanlegg (AC) · Elektrisk oppvarming · Sjøutsikt

Premium rorbu cabin

Units: 3 · Max guests: 6

Ca. 100 m² over to etasjer · 3 soverom · 2 bad med dusj og toalett · Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Klimaanlegg (AC) · Elektrisk oppvarming · Høyere standard og sjøutsikt

Practical information

Address: Vasstrandvegen 578, 9108 Kvaløya

Nearest airport: Tromsø (TOS) (35 km)

Website: lauklines.no

What we like about Lauklines Kystferie

  • Sheltered waterfront location in Kaldfjord -- only about 20 minutes sailing to the open sea, and just ~40 min from Tromsø Airport
  • Renowned big-halibut area, with reefs and structures holding large cod and saithe all year round
  • Both fishing styles covered: self-drive rental boats with echo sounder/GPS or guided trips with a local skipper, plus a covered filleting room and freezer

Worth knowing

  • !Details of the self-drive rental boats (model, length, engine, count) are not published -- confirm capacity and engine power directly when booking
  • !Only six cabins in total -- peak season (winter skrei fishing, summer midnight sun) should be booked well in advance

Tips from experienced anglers

  1. 1Ask for the airport transfer with a grocery-shopping stop -- Lauklines arranges pickup from Tromsø Airport
  2. 2To chase a record halibut, book a guided trip with Explore the Arctic aboard an Arronet 30 SPT -- the skipper knows the reefs and structures
  3. 3Use the on-site filleting room and freezer, and check the export quota before heading home -- tourist anglers may take a limited amount of fish out of Norway

Frequently asked questions about Lauklines Kystferie

Can I rent my own boat at Lauklines, or do I need a skipper?
Both. Lauklines offers self-drive rental boats with echo sounder and GPS for those who want to fish on their own, and guided/skippered trips with a local skipper via Explore the Arctic aboard an Arronet 30 SPT. Fishing tackle can be hired on site.
What fish species can I catch at Lauklines on Kvaløya?
The area is renowned for big halibut, and reefs and structures hold large cod and saithe all year round. You can also catch wolffish, haddock, redfish, ling and monkfish. Best season for cod (skrei) is winter/early spring, while summer offers wide species diversity.
How many cabins does Lauklines have, and how many guests can stay?
Lauklines has six cabins -- three standard and three premium -- each roughly 100 m² over two floors with three bedrooms and two bathrooms, fully equipped for up to six people. All have AC, electric heating and a full kitchen.
How far is it from Tromsø Airport to Lauklines?
Lauklines is on Kvaløya, about a 30–40 minute drive southwest of Tromsø city and airport. They can arrange an airport transfer, optionally with a grocery-shopping stop on the way.
Are there filleting and freezing facilities for the catch?
Yes. Lauklines has a covered gutting and filleting room and a large freezer so you can keep your catch. Remember that tourist anglers must observe Norway's fish export quota.

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