Join the MS Symra for an authentic fishing experience in the Lofoten Islands. Depending on the season, you could catch anything from traditional skrei to mackerel, coalfish, haddock and coastal cod. Once onboard, enjoy a brief introduction to the fishing tools and equipment featured. There are 10 fishing stations onboard, so you will share with another guest. After having caught your fares, learn how to fillet the fish on board and feel free to take your catch home with you if you wish. During your trip, you will receive professional guidance from your crew and experience a taste of life in Lofotfisket through stories and anecdotes. No fishing experience is required for this activity.

Navigate Svolvær’s coast, gliding past the Lofoten mountains, and catch breathtaking sunset views on a kayak excursion set in the early evening hours, which is open to all skill levels. Begin your adventure by meeting your guide in the Svolvær harbor. Receive safety instruction and grab your equipment for the day before heading to the open waters.   Jump on board the double-seated kayaks and paddle out of the harbor to enjoy the open waters of the Svolvær coast. Learn about Lofoten’s history and culture and see it dramatic mountains from a wholly new perspective as you paddle along the calm waters.   Get your camera ready as the sunset brings forth the perfect light to capture an unforgettable memory of the natural Norwegian landscapes.

Meet your friendly instructor at Svolvær harbor and get kitted out with the necessary kayaking gear. After a brief intro to kayaking, head down to the calm waters where your adventure awaits. As you paddle, admire the shoreline and listen to stories about Svolvær’s fascinating history as well as local customs and traditions. This magical 2-hour tour has been designed to showcase the beauty of the Svolvær at winter, and provide an insight into the area’s culture. Previous experience is not necessary, but please be aware that winter paddling can be demanding.

This seven hour tour, includes multiple activities in an all-inclusive package with fishing, eating your fresh fish for lunch, visiting a fishing village, hiking, walking through a nature trail to a white sand beach with crystal clear water, and a fjord cruise with wildlife sightings. The tour starts from Svolvær with a deep sea fishing trip in Vestfjorden. Try fishing with a fishing rod for cod, halibut, pollock, haddock, mackerel, or red fish and eat your fresh catch in a vegetable herb soup with fresh bread for lunch. The boat will dock in the island of Skrova for a few hours for your guided hike through a beautiful nature trail with magnificent mountain and open sea views. The 30 minute hike to the beach is an easy walk through nature on a dirt trail with minimal incline. On the return fjord cruise to Svolvær, look for wildlife such as orcas, fin whales, eagles and puffins, or upgrade your tour to enjoy the luxury of a hot tub on a yacht while taking in the incredible scenery of the Lofoten Islands. This is a great full day activity for small groups of all ages who want to experience both nature, local cuisine and exclusive service on a luxury sailing yacht. Tour Schedule: 09:00 - 12:00 | 3 hours of fishing 12:00 - 13:00 | Arrive to the island of Skrova and enjoy lunch with the fish you caught 13:00 - 15:00 | Guided hike through nature on easy trail to a secluded beach 15:00 - 16:00 | 1-hour return fjord cruise looking for wildlife This tour is operated aboard a luxurious and comfortable sailing yacht with professional, experienced and friendly crew. With 2 outer decks and a large interior saloon, there is plenty of space for all guests to enjoy the tour themselves or with each other. The yacht, S/Y Stella Oceana, is 118 tons, 32 meters long, 5 meters wide and has an ice classification. All of these features, along with the yacht's former Norwegian Coast Guard Sea Captain, make the ship extremely safe and stable to sail in arctic Norway. Are you ready to explore Arctic Norway's phenomenal nature and immerse yourself in an outdoor excursion for a day?