King Crab Tour from Tromsø

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Embark on an exciting, hands-on king crab tour from Tromsø and actively participate in the entire fishing operation, from setting traps to hauling the pods. The reward for your hard work is a freshly prepared king crab feast, served right on board the boat.

Highlights:

• Experience an authentic Arctic expedition by actively participating in the king crab fishing operation at sea.
• Savor a well-earned feast of freshly prepared king crab meat, soup, and bread, served immediately on board the boat.
• Learn the fascinating history, biology, and impact of the king crabs in Norway from the knowledgeable crew.
• Your Tromsø king crab tour includes all necessary protective gear (thermal suits or oilskins) for a safe and warm adventure.

About this tour:

Embark on a once-in-a-lifetime culinary adventure with this exciting king crab tour from Tromsø. This activity promises a truly memorable, authentic experience at sea, during which you will actively participate in the fishing operation before savoring a delicious, freshly prepared meal right on board.

Your Tromsø king crab tour begins with a meeting at the organizer’s office in the city center. Here, you will be outfitted with essential protective gear—either specialized thermal flotation suits for winter or oilskin suits for summer, along with gloves and hats. After gearing up, your guide will lead you to the vessel, where the captain will conduct a safety briefing and detail the day’s maritime activities.

This is not a cruise; it’s a real, hands-on expedition at sea. You will be fully immersed in the fishing operation, learning the steps from preparing the bait and deploying the traps to hauling up the crab pods. If you seek an active, authentic, and thrilling king crab tour from Tromsø, this journey delivers genuine involvement.

As the crew meticulously prepares the fresh catch, they will narrate the fascinating story about king crabs in Norway. You will gain insights into how the species arrived, its biological patterns, and the significant impact it has had on local marine environments and coastal communities over the past five decades. This educational storytelling perfectly complements your expedition.

The reward for your effort is a well-earned feast: savoring the fresh king crab prepared right on board during the return journey. The meal, which typically includes tender crab meat, soup, and bread, is celebrated for its exquisite freshness and makes for an unforgettable dining experience.

After this incredible dinner, the vessel will return to the dock, concluding your memorable king crab tour from Tromsø. This experience offers a perfect fusion of active Arctic exploration and a unique culinary delight.

Included:

• Transportation from the meeting point and back
• Thermo flotation suits (in winter) or foul-weather suits (in summer)
• Gloves and hats
• King crab meal (meat, soup, and bread)
• Information and storytelling about the area

Essential Information:

• The meeting point is at Storgata 88 Tromsø (view in Google Maps). The door is next to “brillehuset.” Walk up to the third floor to meet your guide.
• This tour is not suitable for children under 6 years, people with mobility impairments, wheelchair users, and children under 20 kg.
• Please bring warm shoes (provided shoes are available, but personal warm shoes are recommended).
• Baby strollers, alcohol/drugs, electric wheelchairs, and bare feet are not allowed.

Activity provider: Duen Experience AS

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