King Crab Safari

The king crab is an exotic animal which also tastes good - and Varanger is the ideal place to try it. In the Varanger fjord there are huge groups of king crabs which are just waiting to entertain you. The largest crab ever caught here measured 1.8 metres from tip to tip and weighed 14 kg. The largest examples in the world of this type of crab are to be found in the Varanger area. Each year in October, Polar Spectacle, a king crab festival dedicated to the animal, is held.

Fiord cruise with king crab safari 

If you would like to get a closer look at the king crab then you can join one of our exciting sea safaris to experience amazing bird life of the Varanger fjord, deep sea fishing or catching of your own king crab. The tourist boat MS Varangerfjord will pick you up from the quay at the Hermetikken and take you to the fjord.

Participants: Min. 6, max 12.
Includes: warm clothing, fishing equipment, insurance and a light meal of caught king crab (only for king crab safari).
Departure: on agreement.
Duration: 2-3 hours

For more information please contact Varanger PanoramaAS; Ph. + 47 40 00 18 78 , booking@varangerpanorama.no, www.varangerpanorama.no.