Open sea
Andoy Fiske Camp
Sea Fishing in Vesteralen 2026
Andoy Fiske Camp sits in Skarsteindalen, a valley between the mountains 12 km south of Andenes on Andøya in Vesterålen. The camp and apartments are in the valley, while the boats are kept at Skarstein harbour about 4 km away, a short run to open sea north of the 69th parallel.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Atlantic 570 Explorer / Exclusive (2011) | 19 ft | 115 hp | 5 | GPS Lowrance, Navionics-kart, VHF-radio |
| Kaasboll 590 (aluminium) | 19 ft | 100 hp | 1 | GPS, VHF-radio |
Species and seasons
| Species | Jan–Mar | Apr–Jun | Jul–Sep | Oct–Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cod | Best | Best | Good | Good |
| Halibut | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Saithe | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Wolffish | OK | Good | Best | OK |
| Redfish | Good | Good | Best | Good |
| Haddock | OK | Good | Best | Good |
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Apartment (Skarstein camp)
Units: 5 · Max guests: 8
2-3 soverom · Bad/dusj · Fullt utstyrt kjøkken · Sengetøy inkludert · Trådløst internett · Felles spisesal med TV · Badstu · Fileteringsrom · Fryser
Practical information
Address: Skarsteindalen, 8480 Andenes
Nearest airport: Andenes (ANX) (12 km)
What we like about Andoy Fiske Camp
- ✓Dedicated sea-fishing camp with its own harbour at Skarstein and a short run to Andfjorden and the open ocean.
- ✓Complete fishing infrastructure on site: filleting room, freezer, sauna, and storage for fishing gear.
- ✓Location on Andøya brings you close to the Bleik Canyon and the continental shelf edge - known halibut grounds.
Worth knowing
- !The camp itself sits 4 km from Skarstein harbour, so transport between apartment and boat needs planning.
- !Andenes airport (ANX) has fewer direct routes than Evenes - many guests route via Tromsø or Evenes (161 km drive).
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1The Bleik Canyon lies just west of Andøya and drops from roughly 200 m to over 1,000 m - one of the best-known halibut grounds in the region. Check the weather before heading out.
- 2Andøya lies north of the 62nd parallel: cod minimum size is 44 cm (general coast) and halibut 84 cm. Halibut closed season runs 20 December-31 March.
- 3Use the filleting room and freezer the same day you land the fish. The export quota is 15 kg of fish or fish products per person aged 12 and over in 2026.
Frequently asked questions about Andoy Fiske Camp
Where is Andoy Fiske Camp located - in Andenes or in a valley?
The camp sits in Skarsteindalen, a valley between the mountains roughly 12 km south of Andenes town on Andøya. The boats are kept at Skarstein harbour about 4 km from the apartments. Address: Skarsteindalen, 8480 Andenes.
What boats are used at Andoy Fiske Camp?
The camp uses Atlantic 570 Explorer/Exclusive open boats with Yamaha or Suzuki 115 hp outboards, fitted with GPS Lowrance, Navionics charts, and VHF radio. Aluminium Kaasboll 590 boats with 100 hp are also part of the fleet. Confirm exact availability at booking.
What is included in a week in the apartment?
Each apartment has 2-3 bedrooms, a bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen, bed linen, Wi-Fi, and access to a shared dining hall with TV, sauna, filleting room, and freezer. Water, electricity, heating, and final cleaning are historically included in the weekly rate. Confirm 2026 terms directly with the camp.
Which species can you target off Andøya?
Andøya gives access to cod, saithe, haddock, wolffish, redfish, and halibut. The Bleik Canyon west of the island is known for halibut, while Andfjorden and open water north and east of the island fish well for cod and saithe. Andøya lies north of the 62nd parallel - check minimum sizes and closed seasons before heading out.
How do you get to Andoy Fiske Camp?
The nearest airport is Andenes (ANX), about 12 km from the camp. Many guests fly into Harstad/Narvik airport Evenes (EVE), roughly a 161 km drive, or into Tromsø. From Andenes, follow Fv82 south along the east side of Andøya to Skarsteindalen.
Planning a fishing trip to Andoy Fiske Camp?
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