Archipelago
Camp Andvika
Sea Fishing in Trondelag 2026
Camp Andvika sits at the north end of Lauvøya in the Vikna archipelago, about 15 minutes from Rørvik centre and 5 minutes from the open sea. The family business has run the fishing camp since 2004 and rents cabins and boats equipped with GPS and chart plotters. The area offers skrei (spawning cod) in winter, coastal cod and mackerel in summer, plus saithe, ling and crab through autumn.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Utleiebåt med GPS og kartplotter | 19 ft | 50 hp | 18 | GPS, Kartplotter, Laminerte fiskekart med sesongbaserte fiskeplasser, Redningsutstyr |
Species and seasons
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Cabin / sea house
Units: 9 · Max guests: 10
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Oppvarming · Sjøutsikt · Fileteringsrom (Flåten) · 500-liters fryser (i flere hytter)
Practical information
What we like about Camp Andvika
- ✓Large rental fleet of 18 boats with GPS and laminated fishing maps, short trip to open sea
- ✓Short distance to Rørvik airport (RVK) and year-round access make Vikna easier to reach than Lofoten
- ✓Family-run since 2004, dedicated filleting facility on the Flåten dock
Worth knowing
- !Cabin and boat prices are not published, requiring direct enquiry
- !Less well-known than Lofoten with fewer English and German resources available about the area
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Skrei (spawning cod) fishing in Vikna peaks in March and April, when Rørvik hosts its skrei festival. Book cabin and boat well ahead.
- 2Lauvøya lies north of 62°N. Cod minimum size is 44 cm farther than four nautical miles from the baselines and 55 cm inside, haddock 40 cm.
- 3August produces large saithe and ling, while September is known for fresh crab. Ask Camp Andvika about crab pot rentals.
Frequently asked questions about Camp Andvika
Where is Camp Andvika located relative to Rørvik?
Camp Andvika is located at the northern tip of Lauvøya, an island northeast of Inner-Vikna in Nærøysund municipality. It sits about 15 minutes by car and bridge from Rørvik centre, and only 5 minutes from the open sea on the outside of the island. Rørvik airport (RVK) is close to the town centre.
How many boats and cabins does Camp Andvika have?
Camp Andvika rents out 18 boats fitted with GPS and chart plotters, plus laminated fishing maps marking seasonal hotspots. The site has nine accommodation units (one residential house and eight cabins), ranging from smaller cabins for four guests up to larger family units of around 90 sqm.
Which fish species are most common in Vikna through the year?
Skrei (spawning cod) arrives from March to April, with Rørvik hosting a dedicated skrei festival. Coastal cod spawns in shallow water from May to July. Mackerel shows up around June 15 and stays through summer. August produces large saithe and ling, and crab fishing starts in early September. Halibut is present all season.
Are filleting and freezer facilities available at Camp Andvika?
Yes, Camp Andvika has a dedicated filleting facility at the Flåten dock with space and equipment to gut and fillet your catch. Export in 2026 requires people aged 12+ to both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation. The official quota rule does not impose a general requirement that every fish be gutted.
Which rules apply north of 62°N in Vikna?
Lauvøya sits at 64.9°N, well north of 62°N. Cod minimum size is 44 cm farther than four nautical miles from the baselines and 55 cm inside, haddock 40 cm, saithe has no minimum size. Halibut fishing is closed from December 20 to April 20. Maximum halibut size is 200 cm. Tourists must fish from a registered tourist fishing business to export their catch.
Planning a fishing trip to Camp Andvika?
Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Trondelag tools for catch data and export-quota overview.