Sea fishing in Greenland: halibut, wolffish and cod at Camp Nataarnaq

For those who have been fishing in Northern Norway for a long time, Greenland is a natural next step. The species are familiar, but the fjords are larger, the landscape wilder, and the waters have, for the most part, never been fished systematically. At Camp Nataarnaq, the fish are not shy, the stocks are strong, and every drop can produce something truly big.

The species

• Halibut are one of the main attractions and are commonly found in the area.
• Spotted wolffish are abundant and attract many experienced sea anglers with their size and powerful fights.
• Cod are abundant and reach good sizes.
• Redfish have a stable population in deeper water.

Depending on the location and depth, there is also a chance of catching other flatfish and smaller species.

How the fishing works

You fish from stable 20-foot boats with four anglers and one guide per boat. One day may focus on heavy halibut fishing, while the next targets wolffish or large cod. The weather and conditions dictate the plan, and the guides choose spots with deep drop-offs, plateaus and softer bottoms depending on the species you are targeting.

Between fishing sessions, you will often see whales, seals, seabirds and white-tailed eagles in the fjords.

Lures and methods by species

Halibut are targeted with heavy jigs and bait. Soft plastic jigs weighing around 200–500 grams work well close to the bottom or when actively jigged up through the water column. In shallower areas, lighter 100–200 gram jigs can produce hard strikes.

Spotted wolffish are best caught with deadbait, preferably pieces of smaller cod. Maintaining steady bottom contact and being patient produce results.

Cod are caught on metal jigs and soft plastic jigs. Classic jigs weighing between 200 and 1000 grams work excellently along drop-offs and depth edges.

Redfish are fished for in deeper water, where a rubber mackerel rig is essential.

Accommodation and food

The camp is privately situated with views over the fjord. You stay in spacious glamping tents, two people per tent, with real beds, wood-burning stoves and reindeer hides. There is electricity, hot water, a toilet and shower, as well as a larger tent for meals. The camp chef prepares breakfast, lunch and dinner using local ingredients. You can buy alcohol in Nuuk before heading out. Wi-Fi is available via Starlink.

On the final fishing day, you fish your way back to Nuuk and spend one night at a hotel before travelling home.

Best time to go

June and July are the best months for sea fishing. The weather windows are more stable and the days are long. Temperatures are usually between 5 and 15 degrees, and the sea in the fjords is often calmer than out on open water, although the weather can change quickly.

If you are more interested in fly fishing, read our guide to Arctic char fishing in Greenland.

Tempted by sea fishing in Greenland?

We are happy to tailor the trip, for example with an extra focus on halibut or combined with Arctic char fishing.

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