Camp Steinfjord in Norway is located on the dramatic northeastern side of the famous island of Senja, the country’s second-biggest island. Carrying a long tradition of fishing, having previously been used as a local fish factory, which offers a clue about the quality of the angling in the region, it was newly refurbished in 2017. It now provides travelling anglers with a range of generous facilities, including comfortable accommodations, premium boats, a seaside restaurant and, of course, some fantastic mixed sea fishing opportunities for all manner of species, like Cod, Halibut, Coalfish and Plaice, to mention just a few.
Thanks to its location on the eastern side of Steinfjorden, it’s one of our most weatherproof destination, meaning that whatever the conditions are, there is normally always somewhere to fish. The main fishing grounds are around a fifteen-minute boat journey away and offer the chance to wet a line for a record-breaking Cod and Halibut all year round. (The Norwegian Halibut fishing season runs from April 1st to December 20th) It’s also a destination that offers self drive sea fishing holidays, along with fully guided packages, utilising one of the four onsite guides.
Exclusive to us in the UK, Camp Steinfjord is a modern, forward-thinking Norwegian Sea fishing camp, with everything designed with anglers in mind.
The fishing season at Camp Steinfjord runs from March 1st until November 1st, and it’s possible to check in on any day. Full weeks and half weeks are also available.
During the early part of the season, the leading quarry for travelling anglers is the famous Skrei Cod. For those who don’t know, the name ‘Skrei’ literally means ‘to migrate’, precisely what millions of Cod do every season: journey from the Barents Sea back to their spawning grounds. These vast shoals of giant Cod, some of the most significant found anywhere in the world, can be caught offshore at the camp and specimens over 50lb are not unusual.
As the season progresses and the Skrei Cod disappear, leaving just the resident fish, which are plentiful, the fishing changes. With the Halibut season opening on April 1st, these giant flatfish become a primary target as they venture into shallower water. April, May, September and October are particularly popular for specimen hunters looking to target the most significant specimens.
Along with the Cod and Halibut, as already mentioned, Camp Steinfjord is a true mixed fishery and offers the possibility to target and catch good-sized Coalfish, Wolffish, Plaice and Ling.
Like most of our camps in Norway, a wide variety of fishing methods work, all being fished on the drift, allowing your boat to cover more ground and explore fish-holding hotspots. Rubber shads, like the Savage Gear Cutbait Herring, are the most popular choice for the Skrei Cod in the spring and general fishing throughout the year. These lures can be used in varying depths of water and work best when slowly bounced along or just off the bottom of the sea bed.
If you’re looking to concentrate your efforts on targeting Halibut, the shads mentioned above will work and account for a good number of fish, but we recommend fishing with a Coalfish dead bait on a long flowing trace, anti-twist lead and a large, strong circle hook. Lower this set up to the bottom, then wind up a few turns of your reel handle to fish it off the sea bed. The Halibut’s eyes are on the top of their heads, so they need to be able to see it as it drifts over them.
Over the last few years, especially when fishing in shallow water, spin fishing for Halibut has increased hugely in popularity. For those who don’t know, medium/large-sized rubber Sandeel imitations are used and cast away from the boat before being slowly retrieved as they bounce along the bottom.
For the smaller species, bait fishing is the name of the game. For the Plaice, small hooks baited with frozen prawns catch plenty of fish, while for the likes of Redfish and Wolffish, baited pirks, feathers, hokkais or gummi macs are one of the best options.
Are you travelling to Camp Steinfjord and want to avoid taking your own tackle? Then it’s no problem; the camp has a vast range of quality tackle for hire, with rods and reels from leading manufacturers like Penn and Shimano. If you take your own tackle and need to stock up on any items throughout your visit, there is also a well-stocked tackle shop onsite.
All the fishing boats at Camp Steinfjord are new Kvaernö 615s with 115hp Mercury Sea Pro engines. They come equipped with Lowrance elite ti2 fishfinder and chartplotter combos, and each has VHF radios.
Kvaernö Boats has a long history of building quality boats designed for the rigours of sea fishing in Norwegian waters. They are safe, stable and spacious for four anglers and their tackle. New for 2024, the camp has also introduced three new guide boats kitted out with all the safety equipment required by Norwegian law.
If you’re looking to visit Camp Steinfjord but want to avoid driving your own boat, then booking a fully guided week is possible. The camp has four onsite guides, which can be booked for as many days as you wish, subject to a surcharge and availability. These guides are professionals and experts at navigating the offshore waters and finding the fish. They are well experienced and know where to fish at which states of the tides. In addition, they will be on hand to offer advice on rigs, tackle and baits, land your fish, and take that perfect picture for your fishing album.
If you’d like to book a guided day or a fully guided week, mention this at the point of enquiry, and one of our team can help.
Camp Steinjford has a range of accommodations that suit all group sizes and price points. It offers four-bed apartments and an eight-bed villa.
Deluxe Apartment
The Deluxe Apartments offer fantastic accommodation of 55 sqm located to the left of the main entrance to the hotel. They feature one bathroom with toilet and shower, two bedrooms with single beds, a living room with sofa, TV, dining area and kitchen with everything you need. This is perfect for a family or four friends looking for upgraded accommodation.
The Villa
This picturesque detached villa has two floors and a total of 8 beds. These are divided into four bedrooms, three on the lower floor and one on the upper floor. There are two toilets, one on each floor, one with a shower. On the second floor, there is the kitchen connected to the living room, a bedroom and a lovely terrace where you can sit and enjoy the views while drinking your morning coffee. The villa is the perfect option for a slightly larger group or family that wants more space and privacy.
Onsite
As well as a tackle shop, the camp features a large changing/drying/storage room and a 3000ft² filleting room containing individual work benches and freezers for each group. One nice touch for those wanting to bring fish home is that every angler gets a free freezer box.
All the accommodations listed above have facilities for cooking your own meals, but on-site, there is also the ‘Fat Cod restaurant.
This newly refurbished restaurant by the seaside offers 65 seats and stunning views over Steinfjorden. The restaurant is open to the public seven days a week for lunch and dinner. The chefs use fresh and local produce, and the menu is varied. What better way to finish off a great day of fishing than with a drink and great food in the company of friends?
At least once a month, there are pub nights with entertainment. These events offer the opportunity to meet the local people or other tourists and enjoy food, drinks and music.
Note: The restaurant is open during the summer season and offers servings during the off-season for group bookings. Booking a full catering package, including breakfast, lunch, and dinner, is also possible.
The below itinerary is flexible should you wish to lengthen or shorten your trip with additional or fewer fishing days; we can tailor the below itinerary to suit you personally. Feel free to talk to our travel consultants who can explain all options available.
Depart Any international Airport (See Details)
Arrive Oslo Depart Oslo
Arrive Bardufoss
When you have arrived at Bardufoss make your way to the baggage collection area and wait for your bags. Once your group have collected all your bags make your way outside of the terminal building where there will be a minibus and driver from Camp Steinfjord waiting to transfer you to the destination. The transfer takes approximately 1 hour 40 minutes.
Overnight accommodation: Camp Steinfjord Apartment (Twin Rooms) S/C
As you have your own boat, there is no time limit to how much or how little you wish to fish and even at certain times of the year, it remains daylight for 24 hours. The fishing can be as close as a fifteen minute steam from the cabins.
Overnight accommodation: Camp Steinfjord Apartment (Twin Rooms) S/C
Camp Steinfjord offers some fantastic mixed fishing, providing anglers with a chance to almost fish for a different species each day of their holiday. It’s possible to target specimen Cod, Halibut, Coalfish, Plaice and Redfish.
Overnight accommodation: Camp Steinfjord Apartment (Twin Rooms) S/C
Depending on your return flight times, you will be transferred back to Bardufoss airport for your return flights.
Depart Bardufoss
Arrive Oslo Depart Oslo
Arrive Home
The season runs from March to October.
Season: March to October
Peak: March to May
Weight: 5lb to 70lb
Average Weight: 15lb
Season: May to Septmber
Peak: June to September
Weight: 10lb to 300lb
Average Weight: 40lb
Season: May to September
Peak: June to September
Weight: 5lb to 35lb
Average Weight: 10lb
Season: May to September
Peak: July to September
Weight: 1lb to 6lb
Average Weight: 3lb
Season: March to October
Peak: March to October
Weight: 5lb to 15lb
Average Weight: 8lb
If your group size is smaller than the standard 4 people travelling then please contact a member of the Sportquest Holidays team who will provide an up to date price for your group size
Remember that Sportquest Holidays' services are completely FREE! When you book a trip with Sportquest Holidays, you never pay more than when you book directly with the lodge and flights independently.
| From | To | Duration | Price | Availability |
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| 01/03/2025 | 31/03/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/04/2025 | 30/04/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/05/2025 | 31/05/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/06/2025 | 30/06/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/07/2025 | 31/07/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/08/2025 | 31/08/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/09/2025 | 30/09/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/10/2025 | 31/10/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
| 01/11/2025 | 30/11/2025 | 8 | £1,666 | Enquire Now |
Prices are based on four adults sharing transfers, fishing and accommodation (unless otherwise stated) and are correct at the time of going to press. Subject to time of year or date and currency fluctuations, these prices may fluctuate slightly due to flight price increases or fuel surcharge.
Note: If you are born after 1980, a motorboat certificate is required by Norwegian Law to operate the boat. Please contact a member of the Sportquest holidays team for further information
Super satisfied with our stay at the camp. Can really recommend this place which suits both adults and children. Magnificent nature, good fishing and good food! We caught plenty of Cod and Coalfish and even managed two Halibut. There are some great guys working there, friendly and extremely knowledgeable.
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