boat.fo: Up close and authentic experiences in the Faroe Islands

With a passion for sharing stories, independent tour company Boat.fo offers authentic boat tours in traditional Faroese boats. On the tours, you will sail by dramatic landscapes, observe wildlife and hear local stories. Boat.fo has a variety of tours to choose from, all of which allow you a chance to try your luck at fishing!

The Guided Boat Tour travels past seashores with picture-perfect gorges and sea-caves, whilst the guide breathes life into stories about the islands’ people and their culture. Mindful attention is given to the wildlife. Casting a line there is a good chance you might catch fish on this tour.

The Fishing Trip focuses on deep-sea angling below a hundred feet of water, and you may try bait fishing or jigging. It is possible to catch a variety of fish species including haddock and Atlantic cod. Your catch is yours to keep!

During the Family Tour, everyone on board will be engaged. You will sail close to stunning landscapes with mysterious sea-caves. The traditional Faroese boat allows for hands-on activities, where the children can help steer the boat, observe wildlife such as puffins, or try catching fish. This is the perfect way to build lasting memories together.

And the Fish, Visit & Dine Tour is an authentic full-day experience, combining a guided fishing tour with dinner at the home of a local host in the village. When you return from the boat, you are welcomed by your host, who will create a wonderful meal for you based on your own catch of fish.

“Our tours are inspired by my childhood exploring the fjords and learning about the marine environment,” explains Samson Højgaard, founder of boat.fo and authorized tour guide. “On the tours, we tell stories about how people live here. For centuries the islanders have depended on the Faroese boats for so many of their day-to-day activities.”

Højgaard makes regular stops on the tours and switches off the engine, allowing his guests to breathe in the air and appreciate the surroundings, without disturbing nature or the abundant marine life. “It’s important to enjoy nature and the peace and quiet,” he adds.

Boat.fo operates tours in Árnafjørður and Hvannasund in the north of the islands, and with a focus on sustainable tourism, it arranges extraordinary trips suitable for all ages. Every trip is unique, and guests return time and again for a wonderful experience in peaceful nature.

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