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Fishing In The Arctic Ocean

The closest fishing spot is Mortensnes, located just over half an hour’s drive from Nuorgam. Despite Norway being regarded as an expensive country, it has great benefits for fishermen as no special fishing permits are required for sea fishing, so independent fishing on the Arctic Ocean is free of charge.If it’s bigger waters you’re after, hop in a car and drive up to the shores of the Arctic Ocean in Norway. The closest fishing spot is Mortensnes, located just over half an hour’s drive from Nuorgam. Despite Norway being regarded as an expensive country, it has great benefits for fishermen as no special fishing permits are required for sea fishing, so independent fishing on the Arctic Ocean is free of charge.

Guided sea fishing trips are available throughout the year. Catches include the red king crab, coalfish, cod and the large-mouthed catfish.

Snowmobile Safari to the Nuorgam Fells

Experience the power of the Arctic on snowmobiles riding as far as the Finnish–Norwegian border.

Duration 2-4 hours
Availability December – April

Prices

145 € /person, 2 person/snowmobile (2,5h safari hot drinks and snacks)
215 €/person, 2 person/snowmobile (4h safari + picnic lunch)
Extra fee when 70€/person 1 person/snowmobile
Price incl. Guidance in English, snowmobile (2 person/snowmobile), fuel, picnic lunch (4 h safari), warm overalls, helmet, insurance (self-liability payment of (1 200 €/accident)

Northern Lights Trip on Snowmobiles

The Nuorgam region is Finland’s northernmost place to view the Northern Lights. Our northern location without artificial light pollution gives you plenty of opportunities for watching the night sky and filming the Northern Lights in a variety of different environments, from river landscapes to the shores of the Arctic Ocean.

Guided Northern Lights trips help you explore the night-time Arctic nature and discover places where the skies are best. Weather permitting, you have a good opportunity of seeing an unforgettable Northern Lights performance. The guide will give you tips on how to capture the Northern Lights with your camera while telling you tales of the wondrous Aurora Borealis. During the excursion, hot drinks will be served.

Duration 2 hours
Availability December–April

Prices

175€/person with two persons per snowmobile
245€/person with one person per snowmobile
165€/person riding in the sled pulled by a snowmobile
Price incl. The price includes guidance in Finnish or English, snowmobile (2/snowmobile) or riding in sled, fuel, hot drinks, warm clothing, helmet, insurance (excess in case of accident is EUR 750/snowmobile). The rider must hold a valid driver’s licence.

Photography in the North

The Nuorgam region is unique in Finland in terms of landscapes, natural light and atmosphere. There is no other treeless fell highland village that is this accessible. What’s more, Norway and the Arctic Ocean are nearby, providing many photography spots. There is plenty to photograph and film throughout the year, and photographers get to experience and film the strong sense of eight seasons in Nuorgam.

Availability Throughout the year