2 Day King Crab Safari in Kirkenes
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Tour Highlights
Dive into an Arctic adventure tour with our 2 Day King Crab Fishing package. This unforgettable experience includes an overnight stay at a delightful hotel, perfectly located in the centre of Kirkenes, Norway, and king crab fishing. Relax and explore the town, before youโre swept away on a snowmobile to sample one of the greatest Arctic offerings. The Arctic king crab. Get involved and cut the ice, catch the crab and โ most importantly โ eat the delicious meat at a cosy lakeside cottage. With transfers included, this really is the best way to get a taste of the action.
Tour Program
Day 1 - ๐ฆ King Crab Safari & Arctic Overnight in Kirkenes โ Ultimate Northern Norway Experience
To make sure you get the best experience with the king crab fishing tour, your adventure begins with a bright and early start. Convenient and straightforward, our shuttle bus will take you straight toย Kirkenes. Depart from eitherย Ivalo, Kakslauttanen, Saariselkรค, Muotka or Inariย โ the choice is yours.
Arriving at 11am, youโll have a few hours to spare before you check-in. Where? Your accommodation will be either theย Scandicย or Thon hotel in Kirkenesย โ both areย four-star hotelsย with superb reviews. The ideal location and high-quality facilities of the two fantastic options are sure to make your stay enjoyable, comfortable and memorable. Standard check-in is at 3pm, with some availability of early check-in.
Want your trip to be even more spectacular? As an optional extra, you can stay in the incredibleย Kirkenes Snow Hotel. This unique experience is completely encapsulating. Snows suites, ice beds and amazing snow sculptures. Although theย frozen delightsย might suggest otherwise, the thick walls of snow provide plenty of insulation to protect you from the sub-zero outdoor temperatures.
Itโs King Crab Safari time!
Ready for action?ย Warm clothing and helmetsย will be provided, and at 5pm, you will be taken from your hotel to the awe-inspiringย frozen fjords of Kirkenes. After a scenic trip, youโll enjoy the truly unique experience of catching your very own king crab:
- Saw the holeย โ everyone gets to try sawing the hole in the ice. Itโs this hole through which the majestic creature will be caught.
- Catch the crabย โ you wonโt believe your eyes as you get the full experience of catching a king crab.
- Prepare the meatย โ a culinary masterclass, as your master guide shows you exactly how to prepare the crab.
If all that isnโt enough, you then get to enjoy the feast. An exhilaratingย rideย takes you back to a cosyย farmhouseย overlooking a gorgeous icy fjord. Itโs here that you can unwind and discuss your unforgettable experience over a delectable meal of crab meat. With naturally sweet,ย succulent white meat, you can see why theย king crabย is such a highly sought after delicacy and why king crab safaris are so popular. Delicious!
You will return to your hotel at 9.30pm for a night of pure comfort and luxury.
Day 2 - โจ Relaxed Arctic Morning & Return Journey After King Crab Safari Adventure
Whatโs Included in Your Adventure
Additional Options & Personal Expenses
