Exclusive VIP culinary cruise — 4–6 guests for full hands-on participation and an intimate tasting atmosphere
A private chef, a catamaran, and the day's catch. Haul crab traps from mineral-rich fjord waters, then watch your captain cook it fresh on deck — a multi-course tasting menu with the Arctic as your dining room.
What's included
- Private chef & captain
- King crab & crab trap hauling
- Fishing gear
- Multi-course seafood tasting menu
- Thermal suits
- Wi-Fi on board
Where we sail
The cruise takes place in the clean, mineral-rich fjord waters around Tromsø. Around Grindøya bay and the Rystraumen strait — an ideal spot for setting traps for king crab and brown crab. The deep, current-swept channels also offer excellent conditions for short, precise fishing for Atlantic cod and wolffish.
The journey
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010.5 hrs
Departure & Culinary Briefing
Board the cosy catamaran salon, enjoy a welcome glass of refreshing juice or local cider, and hear the plan for the day's catch.
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021.5 hrs
Hauling Traps & Fishing
Reach the marked buoys and haul heavy crab traps from the fjord floor together. Sort and present the catch — a perfect photo moment with your king crabs. A short fishing stop for fresh fish or wild mussels from the Arctic rocks.
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031.5 hrs
Live Cooking Show on Deck
Anchor in a quiet, wind-sheltered bay. Your chef-captain cleans the crab and prepares the seafood live, using the traditional method of cooking in seawater with herbs, butter, and garlic.
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041.5 hrs
The Feast & Return
A refined dinner served in the panoramic salon: freshly cooked king crab legs with herb butter and lemon, cod ceviche, local bread, and Arctic berry desserts. A calm return to Tromsø with atmospheric music.
Stories from your guide
The King Crab Invasion
The story of how these underwater giants, introduced by Soviet scientists near Murmansk, took over the Norwegian fjords — becoming both an ecosystem challenge and one of the world's most sought-after delicacies. Coastal Kitchen Culture
While you're in Tromsø
Mathallen Tromsø
Visit the famous delicatessen and restaurant in the city centre to buy vacuum-packed local produce and spices to take home.
Recipe PDF
After the cruise, we send you a small digital recipe book with the chef's tips for preparing seafood perfectly at home.