Andøy Friluftssenter

Andøy Outdoor Centre
the place to spend your summer and winter holidays

Activity package 3 days


Experience a winter wilderness and the mysterious Auroa Borealis Arctic light hunting & arctic adventures at Andöy Outdoor centre
While wandering at dawn with your guide in a fantastic pricturesque surroundings you may be lucky to come across `the king of the forest` the Moose. You can also enjoy the excitement of ice fishing and if you are lucky even catch a few fish. Why not stimulate your taste buds with local recipes of moose, reindeer and cloudberries which are served in the restaurant at Andøy Friluftssenter. The outdoor center was awarded Nordland counties most innovated restaurant award in 2006. While relaxing in our hot bath tub you may be lucky to experience the fascinating Northern Lights dancing over the polar sky. Visit the valley of Forfjord to see Norways oldest pine trees while being guided on a owl safari. You can also experience this arctic landscape by kayak and have an excellent opportunity to see seals, otters, eagles and many other types of wildlife. Other adventures can also be arranged such as kiting, crosscountry skiing and dog sledge trips. What better way to end your day than to dream about your days experiences in our comfortable and well equipted wilderness cabins. Adventures are standing in line just waiting for you, and you can pick from several activities during your stay at Andöy Outdoor centre:
Outdoor team activities with laughter included. Bathing outside in a wood fired hot tub Sami culture cuisine in sami house (lavvu) Three course meal in the farm kitchen restaurant Outdoor lunch with barbequing and coffee Sami outdoor culture sports as Guided wilderness safari with possibility to see moose Guided wilderness safari with possibility to meet owls Arctic Kayak paddling in rough sea in the Atlantic ocean or calm sea in the fjords of Vesterålen or paddle in the ocean where the sperm whales and the cod fisher men hunts for food every day. Prices: Price rate per person in cabin at Andöy Outdoor centre included breakfast; per day NOK 1200 Fun with snow shoes and skiing: from NOK 1000 Guided wild life safari: from NOK 2000 Outdoor lunch for groups up to: from NOK 4000 Hot bathtub per 4 hours: NOK 1500 (up to 12 persons) The trips and activities demands that the participants must have the following equipment: Warm waterproof boots Outdoor clothing for arctic hiking Wind and waterproof clothing Light backpack 30-50L Water bottle, thermos and cup Fishing equipment (can also be rented at Andöy Outdoor centre /Andöy Friluftssenter)	Andøy friluftssenter welcome you to enjoy a Taste of the Arctic! Our menu is composed of local and regional food. The region of Vesterålen is like a never ending pantry that is filled up constantly throughout the seasons of the year with some of the best food you can imagine. Most of our dishes can be altered to compensate for people with food intolerances. If you would like to expose your taste buds to our Northern Light Menu, it is necessary to pre book the day before. Arctic Romance NOK 455 Game pasty – a combination of tender reindeer and moose meat, bacon and herbs encased in light puff pastry. Served with a salad and vinaigrette dressing. Herbal marinated arctic charr with hazelnut butter sauce, stir fried seasonal vegetables and homemade potato puree. Last but not least Friluftssenter cloudberries and whipped cream with a traditional wafer biscuit. Deep sea surprise NOK 475 Carpaccio – finely sliced cognac marinated whale meat. Served with a green salad, white goats cheese and walnuts. Monk fish – in a white wine & pepper sauce, served on a bed of cognac flambé vegetables, and boiled potatoes. Cloudberry cheese cake – local made cheese from Nordtun Farm, topped with friluftssenter cloudberries. The king of the forest NOK 515 Buksnesfjord bruschetta – homemade bread marinated in garlic, herbs and olive oil. Tomato & basil salad, and locally produced cheese in Andøy. Moose pie – tender moose meat served with broccoli, carrots and potato puree rosettes. Warm cognac marinated cloudberries – served with vanilla ice cream. ”Wild and wonderful” Groups only from 5 persons NOK 485 Hunting soup – with leeks, mushrooms, onions, bacon and tasteful mixture of herbs and sherry. Leg of wild lamb – served with herb baked potato wedges, gratinated cauliflower cheese and a rich game sauce. Egg liquor with warm forest berry sauce, crushed almond caramel and vanilla ice cream. Northern light in our restaurant After the meal you can relax in our “Northern Light Salon” and enjoy the arctic night sky through our glass roof and walls. Photo: Nigel Turrell In co-operation with our local reindeer owners we would like to offer you the chance to taste traditional Sami cuisine. Hansen Buljo’s Menu in Sami house lavvo Groups only from 6 persons NOK 665 Included is an alcoholic aperitif Sugar/salted charr, served with traditional bread. Smoked reindeer meat, stir fried vegetables and a mountain cranberry sauce. The dessert consists of blueberry soup with cream, served with coffee made on the open fire. A warm welcome to you all.

Fishing package 4 days

Photos on top: Jonathan Silverman

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