King Crab Boat Tour
By Icecube of Aurora
Available from: January, 2025 - February, 2026
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Join a thrilling 2-hour king crab adventure in Alta Fjord! Experience the excitement of capturing and holding a live red king crab with the guidance of an experienced captain. Book now for an unforgettable marine adventure.
Dive into a thrilling king crab adventure in the scenic Alta Fjord with Icecube of Aurora. This 2-hour tour offers an up-close encounter with the vibrant red king crab. Watch as the experienced captain expertly retrieves a specialized "pot" trap from the depths of the fjord, bringing these fascinating creatures aboard.
Gain unique insights into the captain's well-honed skills and witness the stunning moment when the majestic king crab is lifted onto the deck. Once safely on board, you’ll have the chance to gently hold a live king crab and take unforgettable photos with it.
Enjoy a warm and friendly atmosphere with provided snacks, tea, coffee, and water. This adventure is perfect for anyone looking to learn more about the rich marine life in Norway while capturing memorable moments on camera.
- Get up close with a live red king crab in its natural environment.
- Capture memorable photos holding a red king crab.
- Enjoy the experience throughout the year, regardless of the season.
Round-trip transport within a range of 0-40 km (specify pick-up location). Must be ordered minimum 12 hours before the tour.
- Experienced captain
- Life jacket
- Warm coveralls (provided during cold weather)
- Snacks, tea, coffee, and water
- You are eligible to receive a full refund of the booking amount if you cancel your reservation at least 24 hours before the scheduled start time.
Additional Information
- The minimum required number of participants are two persons. If you book for yourself, you can pay for two adult tickets or the tour is cancelled unless more people book the same tour at a later date. If you pay for two adult tickets, you will be refunded the extra ticket if more people join the same tour.
- The tour starts from Fiskerihavna in Alta. You must arrive 15 minutes before departure. At the meeting point, you will be provided with warm boilersuits (in cold weather) and life jackets. Once everyone is ready, you will board the boat with the captain.
Policy on Rescheduling Tours Due to Weather Conditions
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If adverse weather conditions occur at the time and date of a booked tour, you have the option to either cancel the tour with a full refund or reschedule it to a new date.
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Should you choose to reschedule rather than cancel, and a new date and time are agreed upon between you and the captain, this new arrangement becomes binding. If you does not attend the tour at the rescheduled date and time, the original booking remains valid, and payment for the tour will still be required in full.
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If you are late for the tour, the boat will wait max 10 minutes after the tour's starting time and then leave for the tour. You will then be reported as a no-show and not eligible for a refund.
Meeting Point
Icecube of Aurora
Icecube of Aurora is a local adventure company that offers Arctic sea excursions and adventures in Alta Fjord. We offer the opportunity to experience local bird life, unique sea nature and histories from Alta.
We take pride in showing you the magnificent beauty of Alta Fjord and its surroundings in a unique and memorable way.