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Niklaus Bauer under flugfiske efter hälleflundra på Sørøya i Norge

Book your spot for Camp Halibut, fly fishing for halibut in Norway

Have you seen the films where Niklaus Bauer and Paolo Pacchiarini fly fish for large halibut around Sørøya in Norway?

Then you know roughly how special this fishing truly is.

Heavy fly rods, shallow water, and strikes that sometimes feel more like tropical fishing than classic Nordic fly fishing. Large fish that suddenly appear from the depths and, in a few seconds, transform tranquility into full action if everything aligns.

Fly fishing for halibut in Norway has, in recent years, become an increasingly discussed type of fishing among niche fly fishermen, not least around Sørøya, where shallow-water fishing for large halibut has attracted anglers from all over Europe.

Outside Travels is now opening up the last spots for Camp Halibut 2026, a unique fly fishing trip to Sørøya in northern Norway, with a full focus on fly fishing for halibut during one of the year's most interesting periods.

Halibut fly fishing on Sørøya

This is far from traditional sea fishing.

During your week on Sørøya, you'll fish alongside the experts behind Camp Halibut in some of Norway's most renowned waters for large halibut. The focus is entirely on fly fishing for shallow-water halibut, where tides, currents, and the right conditions often determine when the action happens.

Fishing takes place from fast Arronet boats with only three anglers per boat, providing ample space for active fishing throughout the day. The guides continuously work to find the right areas where larger halibut are moving, while also providing support with technique, tactics, and presentation when the fishing heats up.

The trip is scheduled for September 16–23, 2026, a period many consider one of the most interesting times for shallow-water halibut fishing around Sørøya. When conditions are right, the fishing can be both visual and intense, with fish chasing in shallow waters and strikes that test both equipment and resolve.

On land, you'll stay comfortably in Ling House with your own bedroom and plenty of space to relax after long days at sea. Here, the day's fishing, tactical discussions, and experiences are summed up with the group before the next day's adventure awaits.

What can you expect on this fishing trip?

  • Flugfiske efter stor hälleflundra i Norge med Camp Halibut

    Fishing far from the ordinary

    This is far from traditional sea fishing. On Sørøya, a lot is about actively searching for fish in shallow waters under the right conditions, where tides, currents, and local knowledge often determine when it happens.

    Together with the experts behind Camp Halibut, you will fish in some of Norway's most well-known waters for large halibut, with a full focus on fly fishing for halibut.

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    Guided active fishing

    Fishing takes place from fast Arronet boats with only three anglers per boat, which provides plenty of space for active fishing during the day.

    The guides are constantly working to find the right areas where larger halibut move and help with technique, tactics, and presentation when the fishing heats up.

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    Accommodation and correct period

    The trip is planned for September 16–23, 2026, a period many consider one of the most interesting times for shallow-water halibut fishing around Sørøya.

    On land, you'll stay comfortably in Ling House with your own bedroom and plenty of space to relax after long days at sea, while also summarizing the day's fishing with the group.

What's included in the price of this fishing trip?

The price for Camp Halibut includes most of what you need for a smooth and focused fishing trip to Sørøya.

Dates: September 16–23, 2026
Price: 29,995 SEK per person

• 6 days of guided fly fishing for halibut
• Return flights from Stockholm, Copenhagen, or Oslo (Oslo 1,000 SEK cheaper)
• 7 nights accommodation in Ling House with a private bedroom
• Return transfer between airport and accommodation
• Guiding from experienced Camp Halibut guides
• Bed linen and towels
• Extra luggage allowance for a styrofoam box on the return journey
• Styrofoam box for transporting any fish

This allows you to fully focus on fishing without having to worry about logistics and practical details.

What does the fishing trip itinerary look like?

The trip takes place between September 16–23, 2026, and is designed to provide as much effective fishing time as possible.

Upon arrival in Sørøya, a transfer awaits to the camp where you check into Ling House and go through the week's plans with the guides.

For six full days, you will fish from Arronet boats with a guide and only three anglers per boat. The focus is entirely on shallow water fly fishing for halibut, where the guides adapt the fishing to the weather, tides, and prevailing conditions.

After the days at sea, dinner, tactical discussions, and time to summarize the day's fishing with the group await before the next day's adventure begins.

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Camp Halibut på Sørøya för nischat flugfiske efter hälleflundra

September is a really interesting period

The trip to Camp Halibut is scheduled for September 16–23, 2026, a period many consider one of the most exciting times for shallow water halibut fishing around Sørøya.

As the temperature begins to change and the tides align, the chances of encountering larger fish in shallower waters often increase, making fly fishing both more visual and intense.

Fishing can be truly visual

What attracts many fly fishermen to Sørøya in the autumn is the opportunity to fish for large halibut in shallow water. Under the right conditions, it's not uncommon for fish to follow the fly before striking, making the fishing both nerve-wracking and incredibly exciting.

Why many choose autumn

Autumn has long been a popular period among many who fish for halibut around Sørøya. The combination of local knowledge, the right tides, and areas where fish often move makes this period particularly interesting for those who want to experience halibut on the fly in Norway.

Flugfiske efter stor hälleflundra i Norge med Camp Halibut

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Common questions about fly fishing for halibut

How does fly fishing for halibut work?

Fly fishing for halibut is a different and demanding type of fishing compared to more classic fly fishing for trout or salmon.

This involves heavier equipment, larger flies, and active fishing where a lot can change in just a few seconds. Under the right conditions, the fish often move into shallower waters, which makes the fishing both visual and incredibly exciting.

Fishing usually takes place from a boat where the guides actively work to find areas where larger halibut are moving.

When a bite occurs, it's usually immediately noticeable.

What equipment is used for fly fishing for halibut?

Fly rods of class #12 and above are typically used, along with heavy reels, larger flies, and sinking lines to fish effectively and handle very large fish in tougher conditions.

Before the trip, you will receive recommendations regarding equipment and what works best for fishing around Sørøya, so you feel confident with the right setup before departure.

Is a guide included during the fishing trip?

Yes. During the week, you will fish with guides from Camp Halibut who have extensive experience of the area and halibut fishing around Sørøya.

The guides help with everything from tactics, drifting and fishing spots to technique and how best to adapt your fishing to the prevailing conditions. The goal is to give you the best possible conditions out on the water, regardless of your previous experience with this type of fishing.