OLDERO, LAKSELVA, NORWAY
Lakselv river runs through Porsanger, Finnmark county, in Northern Norway. It has for many years been a relatively unknown river compared to the bigger rivers in the area. In recent years this pearl of a Salmon river has caught the attention of anglers who are looking for big Salmon. The average water flow is only 26 m3, but over the last couple years it has nonetheless been among the rivers with most big Salmon catches. Big Salmon typically range between 40 and 50 lbs, and the record stands with a a staggering fish over the 60 lbs mark.
If easy wading, two-handed fly fishing, and truly big North Atlantic Salmon is what you are looking for, then Lakselv is the perfect place for you. We offer exclusive catch and release fly fishing, where every angler has access to a lot of fishing water in this fly fishing paradise.
TACKLE & TECHNIQUES FOR LAKSELVA
Rods
11 - 14’ #7 to #9 Switch or two-handed rods
Reel
#8 to #10 with 150+ m 30 lb backing
Lines
Two-handed scandi shooting heads matching your rod
Lines ranging from floating to sink 4 (We recommend the Rio Versitip short system with exchangeable tips)
Leaders
9 - 15 ft tapered leaders 20 - 35 lb
0.30 - 0.45 mm tippet material 15 - 40 lb
Flies
Tube, hooks, dry & hitch for Atlantic Salmon
OLDERO LODGE
The Olderø Fly Fishing Lodge is located on Olderøen Island on the bank of Lakselv river. 100 meters from Home Pool, one of the best pools in all of Lakselv. It is the first holding pool of the river. The Lodge offers modern and stylish comfort in totally recently built facilities. There’s simply no other fly fishing lodge in Northern Norway like Olderø. Free Wi-Fi, hot tub, drying room, luxurious lounge with restaurant and fly shop, there is literally everything you need.
DELICACIES FROM FINNMARK
During your stay at the lodge you can enjoy a daily breakfast buffet, lunch and 2-3 course dinner in the evening in the restaurant. The food is prepared every day by our very experienced “top notch” chefs and is served by our friendly staff. We strive to use as many local ingredients from the Porsanger area as possible, so when you visit us you will not only experience the fishing, but also the local food.
We are sure you will enjoy!
GUIDES
Olderø Fly Fishing Lodge is happy and proud to be able to present the best guide team in Lakselv. They are all very experienced and professional guides. The transport to and from the river is done in new 4WD cars driven by our guides. They will provide you with coffee/tea, soft drinks, or beer while fishing. They speak English and are experts on single- and two-handed casting, fishing techniques and of course the fly choice of the day.