FISHING BOAT TRIPS
in Flakstad & Moskenes, Lofoten Islands
Fisherman for a Day?
 Feel the wooden deck beneath your feet on
board an authentic fishing vessel on the Vestfjord. Haul
cod, haddock and coley, wolf fish and tusk over the
gunwale. The fishermen of Flakstad and Moskenes wish you
welcome aboard – to take part in the every day life of
the Fishermen of Lofoten.
INFORMATION AND BOOKING
All
reservations should be made to the boat/company in
question. Book the day before or by 10.30 at the latest
on the day of the trip. All trips subject to weather
conditions and a minimum number of participants. Details
of any cancellations, discounts etc are available by the
boats directly (see telepho9ne list on page 5). Book
trips on the ”Harald” at Nusfjord Rorbuanlegg.
THE BOATS
All vessels are equipped with the most modern
equipment and instruments available for boats of this
size.
WHEN ON BOARD:
you should wear sensible clothing. Even when ashore it
may be cold and windy at sea. Wear good rain and
windproof clothing and footwear. There is a heated cabin
and a toilet on all vessels. Bring food and drink.
Passengers travel at their own risk, but all vessels
have complete passenger insurance coverage and have all
the required safety equipment.
"Fisherman for a
Day"
1 June - 15 September daily at 11.00
( min. 5 fullt betalende). All year round on request.
Feel the wooden deck beneath your feet
on board an authentic fishing vessel on the Vestfjord.
The fishermen of Lofoten take you to where the fish are,
and provide you with an insight into their every day
life. We fish with hand lines. Haul cod, haddock and
coley, wolf fish and tusk over the gunwale. If the
weather is fine, and luck is on our side, we might see
eagles, cormorants, seals, and maybe even whales. The
trips take place in exciting waters with tidal currents
and open sea. From the boat, you can seE abandoned
settlements and fishing villages. The “Carina”,
is a 34 foot fishing (long-lines and hand-lines) and
touring boat stationed in Reine. The vessel is equipped
with the most modern equipment and instruments available
to boats of this size. Remember to wear sensible
clothing. Even when ashore it may be cold and windy at
sea. Wear good rain and windproof clothing and footwear.
There is a heated cabin and a toilet on board. Bring
food and drink. Passengers travel at their own risk, but
all vessels have complete passenger insurance coverage
and have all the required safety equipment. The
fishermen of Moskenes wish you welcome aboard – to take
part in the every day life of the Fishermen of Lofoten.
Duration: approx. 4 hours.
Price: NOK 600 per person (no guide).
Children under 14: 50% discount.
Booking: MV “Carina”. Tel. (0047) 91 34 55 99
Departures from Reine.
Fishing
boat trips
All year round (on request, min. 6 full-fare passengers)
Lofoten is renowned worldwide for the Norwegian-Atlantic
cod. This type of cod is fished during the winter, but
delicious fish from the Arctic Ocean can also be caught
here all year round. Saithe (coley), halibut and cod
taste delicious when straight from the sea, especially
when you have caught them yourself. Join us on an
adventure where you are the fisherman. Onboard our 70
foot vessel, “Trio II,” you will also get tips and ideas
about preparing your catch, together with an
introduction to Lofoten’s fisheries history. Don’t
forget: Bring warm clothing and sturdy footwear suitable
for a boat trip.
Duration: approx. 4 hours
Price: Adults NOK 700, children under 14 NOK 500
Booking: Aqua Lofoten Coast Adventure, tel. (+47)
48 09 08 20 / 99 01 90 42
Whaler for a Day!
(June-August. Min. 5 full-fare passengers).
www.kvalfangermuseet.no
Join us on the whaling vessel “Lyngøy” and gain insight
into the everyday life of the whalers. The gun is
mounted on the bow, the crow’s nest atop of the mast,
and the look-out position is ready on the wheelhouse
roof. We set off into the Vestfjord in search of minke
whales. The skipper knows the routes the whales follow
and where we have the best chance of seeing these
amazing animals. NB: We do not catch whales on these
trips, but we may come across other whalers in action.
We may also try our luck at fishing. Guided tour of the
whaler’s museum included in price.
Duration: approx. 3,5 hours
Price: Adult NOK 650, child (7-14) NOK 400.
Departure from Reine
Booking/Enquiries: The Norwegian Whalers’ Museum.
Tel. (+47) 417 90 724
SEASICK?
Seasickness can be both avoided and cured. If you are seasick, or are uncertain about it, you should buy seasickness tablets or a seasickness plaster from the chemist's. Some say a teaspoonful of ginger helps. Chewing crispbread or biscuits can help against queasiness. Stay in the right place on board: midships, near the water line or just aft of midships. There is least movement here. Take plenty of clothing with you so that you can stay on deck. Fresh air helps. Being sick once, eases the queasiness.
Good luck!
PREPARING FISH AND LIVER IN THE LOFOTEN WAY
Freshly simmered fish (cod,coley,etc.)
Gut the fish and rinse its belly. Add 2-3 dessert spoons of salt and one dessert spoon of vinegar for every liter of water. Cut the fish into slices just under one inch thick, and put them into the boiling water. Bring to the boil again. Remove from the heat and allow the fish to simmer for about 10 minutes.
Preparing the liver: Peel off the skin and nip the liver into small pieces whilst pulling it off the sinewy threads. Add pepper to taste and chopped onion. Bring the liver to the boil in the water from the fish. Stop the boiling by adding cold water, repeat this three times. Let it simmer for 10 minutes. Garnish with raw onion.
Bon appetitt! |
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