Birds and Wildlife Andøy

Birds and Wildlife Andøy is a collaborative network consisting of six companies with a desire to offer memorable nature- and culture-based experiences. We are Stave Camping, Puffin Safari, Arctic Ocean Lodge, Marmelkroken, Whale2Sea, and Atelier Nøss.

Birds & Wildlife
29/07/2025
12:02
Kenn Løkkegaard

Andøya is a bird paradise - among the best in the country. We want to highlight and facilitate this by offering experiences that will increase awareness of Andøya as one of the best bird and wildlife destinations in the world.

Our Commitment

To create a welcoming bird and wildlife destination, encouraging bird and nature enthusiasts to visit Andøya for memorable experiences.

Pursuing that our operations are guided by a careful approach, ensuring that we make a positive, long-lasting impact on both the environment and our guests.

The official website of "Birds and Wildlife Andøy": birdsandwildlifeandoy.no

About

Marmelkroken

Marmelkroken is a beautiful and welcoming haven of nature and cultivated land. Located in a pristine area along the Norwegian Scenic Routes on the west coast of Andøy. Marmelkroken has been sustainably cultivated for centuries. With every generation aiming to leave the land in a better condition than the previous. Today the commitment to ecotourism and sustainability, fits very well with the age-old principles of the northern Norwegian fishing farmer. Our care for our environment allows us to welcome you to a place of wild biodiversity and abundant food sources. Marmelkroken is the place where you can experience, breathe, eat, and drink the wild north.

Bøveien 272
8484 Risøyhamn
post@marmelkroken.no
+47 941 36 633

Environmental certification​: Norwegian ecotourism

Puffin Safari

Welcome to Puffin Safari! Our crew is ready to take you out to Bleiksøya Bird Rock in a traditional fishing boat. After only ten minutes, you are among tens of thousands of seabirds. Our professional guides are ready to give you an unforgettable tour.

Bruvollveien 29
8481 Bleik
booking@puffinsafari.no
+47 908 38 594

Whale2Sea Whalesafari Andenes

As one of few companies worldwide, Whale2Sea Whalesafari Andenes combine research and whale watching. This is the foundation of the company’s quality and knowledge based experiences. They offer activities all year, with whale watching, eagle and puffin safari as their main products. In addition there is a new whale exhibition in the Whale Center, where you also find the reception and a whale shop. During summer there are lectures in the center every evening with one of the researchers and there is also a café. 

Hamnegata
N-8483 Andenes
+47 91 67 49 60 / +47 76 11 56 00
whale2sea@whalesafari.no

Arctic Ocean Lodge

Arctic Ocean Lodge is situated on the island of Andøya, Vesteralen, 300km north of the Arctic Circle in Norway, where every 6 months the Northern Lights swap places with the Midnight Sun. A former historical fishing and trading post right on the water, Arctic Ocean Lodge has been converted into a charming lodge with all the modern amenities on-site. Accommodation is available in 3 separate buildings with privacy or community for groups from 2 to 30 people. There are docking facilities on-site for up to 10 boats with safe anchorage in all weather conditions as well as water and electric available. In addition to comfortable single, double, and triple rooms, Arctic Ocean Lodge offers waterfront wood-burning hot tubs, a private polar plunge beach, a restaurant with a stone pizza oven, and a full-service bar. You can just rest at your new home and admire the stunning fjord views or you can start a mountain hike right outside the door, go fishing with our motorboat, learn how to sail on our classic Norwegian sailing expedition vessel, try dog sledding/carting and meet the huskies at the adjacent farm, or do a yoga session on the porch/loft.

Arctic Ocean Lodge is a short 20-minute drive to Risoyhamn Hurtigruten Pier and 1 hour from Andenes Airport and Sortland Bus Station. We can arrange transportation for group arrivals.

We are open all year round and are committed to exceeding expectations.

We aim to develop in a sustainable manner as much as possible with a minimum environmental footprint.

Skjoldehamnveien 1415
8484 Risøyhamn
+47 988 63 995
info@arcticoceanlodge.com

Stave Camping

Located on the stunning and rugged west coast of Andøya, Stave Camping offers an ideal setting for both leisurely beach vacations and exhilarating nature hikes. This picturesque location is perfect for those seeking to unwind by the sea or immerse themselves in the breathtaking landscapes that surround the area. During winter, visitors can witness the mesmerizing northern lights, thanks to the low levels of light pollution that enhance visibility. For added relaxation, guests can enjoy our heated pools with panoramic ocean views or take a refreshing dip in the Arctic Ocean, followed by warming up in our beach sauna.

Stavedalsveien 517
8489 Nordmela
+47 926 01 257 
booking@stavecamping.no

Atelier Nøss

Atelier Nøss is an artist-run gallery and studio located in Nøss, a small village on the island of Andøya in Vesterålen.

The studio is housed in the farm where the artist Gunnar Tollefsen was born (1933) and grew up. Since 2005, the converted barn has served as the venue for a summer gallery. The gallery is also open upon request the rest of the year. We exhibit a wide range of artwork, such as paintings, sculptures, photos, textiles, graphics art, literature, and souvenirs. In the summer season, you can also enjoy a good cup of our quality coffee and tea in a unique atmosphere of art, nature, and old culture.

Nøssveien 257
8488 Nøss
+47 415 59 078
siri_tollefsen@hotmail.com

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