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Getaway Fly Fishing, Kollegievej, Charlottenlund (2025)

04/04/2025

A GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY!

We have one spot left for a hosted jungle adventure chasing Golden Dorado from October 22-29, 2025!

Fly fishing for golden dorado in the Yungas of Argentina’s Salta Providence is the best value-for-money jungle fishing you will find anywhere!

You will be fishing 6 or 7 weight rods with floating lines and casting big dry flies, mouse patterns and streamers for golden dorado, mostly in sizes 5-20 pounds.

The fishing rewards a stealth approach, good casting and the right presentation. The dorados are resident, have plenty of food and are not easy to catch. If you’re going for numbers, this is not for you.

But if you’re up for a great jungle adventure, hiking all day to sight fish for some truly amazing fish, before finishing the day with great appetizers, drinks, red wine and steaks, you might want to hear more.

Get in touch to learn more about itinerary and price of this epic Getaway Expedition.

26/02/2025

WANTED: GREAT CHEFS — WITH A PASSION FOR FLY FISHING

Four months from now, our dedicated team of camp managers, assistants, and chefs will be eagerly welcoming fly fishers from around the world to our Arctic char camps in Greenland.

Our staff will fish alongside our guests and provide plenty of advice when needed, while also allowing ample time for independent exploration. We don’t offer a fully guided package because, on these rivers, you don’t really need it.

Our goal is to foster a camaraderie among guests and staff, creating unforgettable memories filled with laughter and shared smiles over great dinners.

Speaking of dinner, our chefs all share a passion for fly fishing, which makes working here a dream job for them. Perhaps that's why they excel in cooking, far from civilization and with limited resources?

On that note, as of 2025, we've expanded to four camps and require a few more chefs! If you know a talented chef who loves fly fishing and would like to join us for two weeks during the season July to mid-September, please encourage them to reach out to us – or help us spread the word by sharing this post.

03/02/2025

Magnificent Giant Trevally from a remote island in the Maldives 🇲🇻

07/01/2025

Join us for a spectacular week at Kangia River Lodge!

The Kangia season starts later than our other camps and runs until the middle of September, offering a unique opportunity to experience Greenland adorned in beautiful autumn colors and illuminated by stunning light displays. After dark, there’s a good chance to catch a glimpse of the mesmerizing northern lights.

Not to forget the excellent fishing in a river teeming with bright red Arctic Char, while silver-colored fish fresh from the ocean arrive with each high tide.

We still have available spots from September 4–12, 2025. Don’t hesitate to reach out if you’d like to know more!

29/11/2024

• SWINGING THE KANGIA •

A single-handed rod is sufficient for all situations on the Kangia River, but if you enjoy fishing trout spey or light double-handed rods, nothing in Greenland - or anywhere else compares to fishing the Kangia.

The river’s strong current, multiple pools, and smooth runs make it ideal for swinging streamers. The Arctic Char run here is among the best in Greenland (if not the best), and these fish will put up a tremendous fight on a light spey rod.

If you’re seeking an alternative to salmon or steelhead fishing, look no further!

12/11/2024

•• KANGIA SEASON REPORT 2024 – Part 2 ••

We had decided to do another scouting trip to Kangia River Lodge in early September. This late in the season, we didn’t know what to expect—our other camps usually close around September 1 but we already knew that the Kangia has a later run.
We had invited a small group of anglers to explore the late-season fishing and compare it to our scouting in late July. The group was joined by our partners, who were refurbishing, painting, and making overall improvements to the lodge.

Second Kangia Scouting Week

Morten Have reports:
When we arrived, we couldn’t believe the condition the lodge had been left in by the previous owners. There were huge amounts of garbage, old building materials, and litter scattered around the area. The worst part was a small gully between two large rocks that had been filled with leftovers, tinfoil trays, and plastic. We were disgusted that anyone could treat such a beautiful area so poorly. Our partners started the week by moving nine tons of old building materials, appliances, and general waste down from the plateau.

On the first day, we explored the first half of the river, and it quickly became clear that there were many fish. Walking along the river, you could see fish holding in the swift currents and deep pools. When we started fishing, we immediately caught many Arctic char, including a few larger ones fresh from the sea. Knowing that the run of fish starts in July, we were amazed to find fresh fish still entering the river in September.

Day two began with a hike to the waterfall. From camp, it takes about 2 hours to reach the falls, which mark the end of our fishing grounds. The waterfall stops the fish from migrating further upriver, so the pools downstream were filled with fish. One of the guests, Igor, an expert in nymphing, caught many fish in the waterfall pool and in the fast rapids below. He also managed to hook some big fish on the nymph, while the rest of the group averaged smaller fish on streamers.

Due to clear skies and sunny weather, we struggled to connect with the large fish that Kangia is known for during the first couple of days. From our experience at other camps, we know that sunny and warm weather tends to reduce the average size of the fish caught, and this trip was no exception. Nevertheless, the fishing was still good, and we had great topwater action skating a foam fly in the Hollywood pool—Kangia’s most famous holding pool. Hollywood was packed with both fresh and colored fish that couldn’t resist the wake of the foam fly.

The following day, we were joined by Inunnguaq, the son of our Greenlandic partner Ole. Inunnguaq is a young and dedicated fly fisherman, eager to learn, especially about Arctic char. It didn’t take long before he hooked his first char of the day—a beautifully colored male that he expertly fought with great enthusiasm. If he continues on this path, he’ll be guiding clients on the river in a few years. Having the young generation appreciate Greenland’s unique resource for fly fishing must be the best way to preserve them.

Meanwhile, the rest of us decided to try the largest flies in our boxes to see if we could trick some of the bigger fish. We saw large fish, between 70 and 80 cm, holding in the pools as we walked by, so we experimented with different techniques to lure one of these trophies. When I tied on a big brown trout streamer, I doubted the fish would commit to such a large meal. However, the chars displayed aggressive behavior toward the big flies, instantly increasing the average size of the fish we were catching.

Later in the week, the weather changed for the better. Clouds rolled into the valley, which immediately impacted the fishing. It was as if the larger fish suddenly became active, and soon we were all catching fish between 60 and 70 cm. Many of these were colored fish that had previously been difficult. But that day, they suddenly turned on, and we caught these stunning fish on both bright nymphs and colorful streamers throughout the river. Igor even hooked a trophy fish near the waterfall, though, unfortunately, it came off after an acrobatic jump.

This trend continued the next day when our Scottish guest, Callum, caught a magnificent silver char in the lower part of the river. It’s astonishing that big fish are still running this late in the season. The mix of colored and silver Arctic char in such numbers is remarkable and truly special. You can sense that this is an untouched wilderness with a native stock of fish that likely hasn’t changed for hundreds of years.

On the last day, we fished until the afternoon before heading back to civilization. Our conclusion is that the Kangia River is an extremely productive and healthy ecosystem with a large population of sea-run Arctic char. A new generation of fish arrived in huge numbers during the week, so the fishing will undoubtedly continue to be spectacular in the years to come.

24/10/2024

• Kangia Season Report 2024 – Part 1 •

Kangia River Lodge was originally constructed by a Norwegian businessman in the late 1990s. The fishing on the Kangia was outstanding from the start, but the business model—focused heavily on the Norwegian market and mixing spin and fly fishing—proved less than ideal. Running a fishing camp in such a remote spot was also ahead of its time. Ultimately, the lodge was sold after a few years of operation.

Fast forward 14 or 15 years, and we were approached with the opportunity to manage the fishing program on the Kangia River. The new owners were struggling with the operation, and since we had already established our fly fishing camps on Erfalik, Napiarissat, and Equalugsugsuit (Camp North), they offered us this fourth, remarkable river to add to our portfolio.

It was tempting, but due to logistical constraints, high costs, and the lack of demand for a fourth camp, we had to decline. Our partnership agreements also didn’t allow us to collaborate with others at the time.

In 2017, a new operator finally brought Kangia River’s world-class fly fishing into the spotlight. We quickly realized what we had missed out on—it became clear that the Kangia was one of the best, if not the best, Arctic char rivers on Greenland's west coast.

For us, Kangia was "the one that got away." Until 2023, when things took an unexpected turn of events.

To cut a long story short, the current operator’s relationship with the concession holder on the Kangia River wasn’t as solid as they thought. As a result, the concession came out for application and this time it didn’t get away.

In the fall of 2023, the lodge was acquired and we were now all in and fully committed on the great Kangia River. But it was too late to prepare for the 2024 season, as the lodge required significant refurbishment and the area needed a major cleanup.

We rented out five weeks of the season to the former operator, allowing them to run one last short season, while we conducted two scouting trips—one early in the season, and one later. The goal was to familiarize ourselves with the river and its surroundings to prepare for full operations in 2025.

• Thomas Søbirk’s Report from the First Scouting Week •

From the moment we followed the trail from the lodge to the first overlook, I was in awe of the majestic Kangia River. Its long, winding course from the waterfall down to the fast water below was truly a sight to behold. After hearing so much about this river for years, it felt humbling to finally stand on its banks, rod in hand.

The first major difference between Kangia and other Greenlandic rivers is its sheer size. Kangia is bigger, wider, and faster—more reminiscent of a salmon or steelhead river than any char river I’ve seen. It’s a wonderful addition to our Flyfish Greenland program.

On our first afternoon, with clear blue skies and no knowledge of how to fish the river, we only caught a few nice chars but by the end of the second day, we had – quite literally – gotten the swing of it. The river was perfect for swinging streamers and by doing so we found the first real success.

Most of the fish we caught were fresh from the ocean, and they were coming in great numbers. The first resting pools would fill with freshly arrived fish every morning, and throughout the day, more would arrive, stirring up the already-present char.

Paulo had such success fishing with nymphs that we named a prime fishing spot upriver "Paolo’s Hole." Josh excelled with deep-diving pearly white streamers, continuing his winning streak with this fly from Camp North and Erfalik the year before. The three Irishmen in our group, always the life of the dinner table, had success with nymphs, foam flies, and streamers alike. The rest of us enjoyed getting acquainted with this spectacular river.

Thomas and I had brought light double handers, known as trout spey rods, and though it certainly wasn’t necessary with a double hander to fish the Kangia well, it was so much fun that we hardly fished our single handed rods during the week.

By the end of the week, we had learned a lot about the Kangia River, but there’s still much more to discover. As Ian’s jokes got better and our little scouting group grew tighter, I felt a tinge of sadness knowing I wouldn’t return to this river for another year.

The lodge, however, was in need of some serious work. While the two new cabins were great, the main building was in dire need of refurbishment. Thankfully, our partners had already planned for a crew of carpenters, cleaners, and handymen to come in at the end of the season to make the necessary upgrades.

15/10/2024

• Camp North Season Report 2024 – Part 2 •

The weather was stable during the first week of August, with consistently bright, sunny days. This made fishing tricky, and the big fish, in particular, seemed to be put off by the sunny weather. Luckily, we hosted a returning group from Norway who soon cracked the code despite the challenging conditions. It turned out that small, heavy nymphs could trigger a take from the otherwise moody fish. However, not even a small nymph would tempt one of the really big trophy fish this week.

The following week, however, things changed as more clouds and unstable weather rolled into the valley. The variation in the weather led to excellent fishing throughout the system, with several fish over 70 cm being caught—the largest reaching 75 cm. The best fishing varied from day to day. When fresh fish came in, the Main River was the prime spot, while on other days, the tributary and the Upper River outperformed the rest of the system.

One day, the camp manager – this case Getaway’s Thomas Søbirk – persuaded some of the guests to venture up to the first lake on the tributary, where we had experienced great fishing before. At the inlet of Lake One, they found a large school of fish holding. These fish weren’t moody at all, and the group experienced crazy fishing, with strong fish that several times went into the backing. The fish had an impressive average size and were unusually colored for Camp North—probably because they had been in the system for a long time.

Meanwhile, the Upper River was on fire. One of our first-timer visitors, Jerry, wanted to try skating a foam fly for the first time. Our camp assistant, Max, instructed Jerry on how to skate the foam fly most effectively, and he quickly caught a couple of fish. Once Jerry had mastered the technique, Max sat down on the bank to have some lunch when Jerry suddenly yelled, “I think it’s a good one!” A big fish had engulfed the foam fly right in front of him and was now heading downstream fast. Luckily, it turned around before reaching the fast water. But the fight was far from over, as the fish made several runs up and down the river before it was finally ready to be landed. However, the net seemed quite small when the fish came close to the bank, so they decided to land it by hand—a topwater gem measuring 74 cm, making for one hell of a debut with the foam fly.

By mid-August, the river was low, but the water temperature had started to drop significantly compared to late July and early August. This meant that fishing with small, sparsely dressed streamers and nymphs was no longer the most effective. The fish exhibited more aggressive behavior when a large streamer was stripped across the current disturbing their territory.

Not only were the resident fish striking more aggressively at streamers, but so were the fresh runs of fish arriving daily during this period. In the last couple of years, we’ve learned that the fresh run of fish stretches much further into the season than we previously thought. While the largest run of fresh fish still occurs in July, we have now observed silver fish entering the river around September 1, two years in a row. While the average size and density of fresh fish are greater in July than in August, large fish still enter the river in late August.

By the end of the season, the Upper River and the tributary were filled with fish, though fishing could sometimes be tricky. Even though guests could see many fish stacked up in the pools, they still had to experiment with different flies to succeed. The most consistent fishing was in the Main River, especially around the delta and the Junction Pool. One thing they all had in common was the striking periods—the fishing seemed to be significantly better in the first part of the day.

By late August, the fishing in Lake One and on the tributary remained good. The fish were pickier than they had been when the first group of anglers ventured up a few weeks before. However, the reward for those willing to take the hike and patiently experiment with different streamers was beyond belief. The big fish were still there, and the red hue on some of the fish had deepened. In the last few days, several trophy red char reaching the 70 cm mark were caught—what a way to end the season!

11/10/2024

• Erfalik Season Report 2024 – Part 2 •

In the beginning of August, streamer fishing started to get tricky. Many of the fish had been in the river for some time, making it more challenging to get them to commit. Small nymphs turned out to be the most effective flies in early August. Nymph fishing is usually good for fish of all sizes, but during these weeks, the average size of the fish seemed to increase when guests switched to smaller flies.

Some of the Arctic Char had already started to change color in July, and by now, many had taken on that distinctive red hue. In Big Pool, there were some large, colored fish holding. A couple of guests tried many different flies before finally tricking them into taking a nymph. Further upriver, it was the same story. Our Camp Assistant Nikolaj caught some stunningly colored fish—beautiful red Arctic Char that he had dreamed of catching all year. As a result, he got to name the pool "Dream Pool.”

In Lake One and Lake Two, there had been a large number of Char throughout the season. Sometimes guests could even see the fish running as they ferried across Lake One. By mid-August, fresh fish were still running through the lakes, and several large ones were caught or lost. One particularly large fish, estimated to be 70-75 cm, was lost close to the net frame.

This season, we encountered much more wildlife than usual. One day, guests couldn't believe their eyes as 11 muskoxen were cooling down in Long Pool. Seeing even one muskox is a privilege, so spotting 11 bathing in the river is a once-in-a-lifetime experience! Near the lodge, a litter of Arctic Foxes was intrigued by the visitors, and probably drawn by the smells coming from the kitchen. Guests had plenty of opportunities to take pictures, as the foxes became frequent visitors during their time at the lodge.

The second half of August marks the end of the season on Erfalik, and by this time, many of the Arctic chars are in full spawning colors, glowing like red lanterns in the pristine, clear water. Fishing on the river remained productive, but the best action required hiking to the more remote and fruitful beats. Not everyone could, or would, make the trek, so we spent a significant amount of time fishing the lake, which turned out to be highly rewarding.

We wrapped up the last week of the season with style, hosting a group of great guys who explored every spot that had been rested the previous week. They covered ground from the outlet of Lake One to Paradise Valley – the latter even in a snowstorm, but more on that adventure later!

Some of the most consistent fishing was found in Long Pool, Dream Pool, and Reindeer Pool. Yet, some of the most exciting action came from fishing our way down from the second waterfall, working through small pockets and lies with short, precise casts. Each spot seemed to hold one or more brilliantly colored chars, though convincing them to take a fly was another matter. Larger, territorial males patrolled these pools, offering a challenge for even the most seasoned angler.

One of the most impressive char of late season was caught at the inlet of a small stream on Lake Two, a spot known from old maps as Fishing Point. True to its name, this area provided consistent action for those willing to hike out, and it rewarded one of our guests with a stunning bruiser of a char. With its silvery scales, it seemed fresh from the ocean, not long removed from its salty summer home.

In an attempt to scout the fishing conditions, a few of us made a short trip to Paradise Valley. The session was brief (the hike was not), but the foam fly action we encountered was enough to entice us back the following day with a couple of adventurous guests.

However, the weather decided to remind us of the approaching winter on our second-to-last day. We woke up to light rain, but by the time breakfast was done, it had turned to snow. This set the scene for some striking photos, and with extra sandwiches in hand, we pressed on to Paradise Valley despite the intensifying snow.

It was one of those decisions that felt adventurous in the moment but questionable in hindsight. The wind picked up as we climbed, and by the time we reached the first pool, aptly named The Aquarium, slush ice had formed in the slower currents, and 4-5 centimeters of snow covered the ground. Realizing there was no way we'd fish further into the valley under such conditions, we snapped a few photos of this crazy, memorable expedition and made a hasty retreat.

On our final day of the 2024 Erfalik season, we were greeted by blue skies and a clear river running through a green valley, dusted with a light sprinkling of snow. The mountain tops were capped in fresh snow, which had brought down a large number of reindeer. The chars were biting well, though signs of spawning activity signaled the end of this summers fishing adventure.

After capturing some beautiful drone footage of the reindeer, I made one last cast across the river. As the current swung the light Cowboy streamer through the pool, I felt the familiar tug of an Arctic char. One last fight, one last fish in the net. After a few quick photos to commemorate the final catch of the season, the char was released back into the river, ready to fulfill its spawning mission. It was the perfect conclusion to an unforgettable Erfalik season.

08/10/2024

Have you ever wondered what kind of experience Camp North offers? This new video from Jay Bartlett gives you a sneak peek of what to expect. For the full story, watch the complete film on YouTube at “The Fly Tyer”. You won’t regret it!

01/10/2024

• Camp North Season Report 2024 – Part 1 •

We welcomed the first guests at Camp North at the beginning of July. Unlike last year, when the river was at a record high, the water level this season was normal and ideal for the group to connect with the fresh runs of Arctic Char that came in with each high tide. At the start of July, the fishing was good throughout the day, but especially when a fresh batch of fish arrived. Not only are the newly arrived Char eager to chase down a streamer, but they also disturb the stationary fish, making them keen to have a go at our flies.

The Main River, from the lake down to the delta where the river splits in two, offered great fishing as the pools began to fill up during the week. The Junction Pool, where the tributary flows into the Main River, is one of the best spots in the system throughout the entire season. However, in the opening weeks, you can experience "red letter days" with strong Arctic Char fresh from the sea.

At the beginning of the season, we also began to visit the fjord more frequently. In the past, we only made a few trips to the Arctic Char's feeding grounds in the sea. Perhaps because the fjord is so large, we didn’t think it was possible to consistently find schools of feeding Char. However, we could not have been more wrong. Last year, we had fantastic fishing in the fjord, and this year, the trend continued. The guests had insane fishing with skated foam flies—so much so that many stopped counting the number of fish they landed. And when the Char didn’t want to rise to the surface, they couldn't resist a colorful weighted streamer. The fjord is now considered a prime spot in the early season.

Meanwhile, the fish were running up the tributary in great numbers, and the Million Dollar Pool was starting to get hot! The guests willing to hike up to this magical pool had some incredible fishing, with big fish hitting the 75 cm mark. Downstream from the Million Dollar Pool is a long stretch of whitewater with only a few small pools and pockets for the fish to rest in. This is why so many fish rest in the Million Dollar Pool before making their way upstream, and also why it is considered one of the best pools in the river.

Not long after, some guests embarked on the first expedition with the boat to the Upper River this season. It is always exciting to visit this part of the river early in the season to check if the fish have arrived. Usually, the fish stack up from the Waterfall Pool, and this year was no exception. The first group of anglers to fish this wonderful stretch of the river experienced one Char after another, eager to hit their flies. Streamer Alley and Chair Pool, further downstream, were also holding a good number of fish. From the middle of July, the Cut Bank Corner and the Stone Pool started to hold more fish, and the guests enjoyed some exciting but challenging fishing in the strong currents between the rocks.

At the end of July, unusually high temperatures hit Camp North, much higher than we had ever experienced before. This caused the river to warm up, making fishing more challenging and forcing the guests to try different techniques to crack the code. Small streamers and nymphs fished deep right in front of the fish turned out to be the most effective way to get a bite.

Fortunately, the weather began to change during the last week of July, and the fish started to respond more aggressively to big, colorful streamers as the water temperature dropped.

Looking ahead to August, we hope for more rain and cloud cover to compensate for the warmest period we have ever experienced in Greenland since we started operating our camps.

To be continued ...

25/09/2024

• Erfalik Season Report 2024 – Part 1 •

We welcomed a group of excited anglers for the opening week at Erfalik Lodge. It’s always with great anticipation that we start the season in this remote wilderness at the most luxurious fishing lodge in Greenland. Situated right at the mouth of the Erfalik River, our lodge has a convenient Homepool that is freely accessible to guests at all hours. With each high tide, fresh Arctic Char ran through the Homepool, and guests were catching fish at odd hours when they weren’t fishing upriver during the day.

At the beginning of the season, Lake One and Lake Two were already full of fish. The density was so great that guests enjoyed foamfly action daily, which is usually more common in the river. In particular, Lake Two's The Beach and Fishing Point offered consistent action. When hiking to the river, the route passes right by these spots, so many guests enjoyed a break and some foamfly action on their way back from fishing the river.

The water was clearer and lower than last year, which is probably why the lower part of the river was not very productive in the first weeks. The fish were simply running fast upriver due to the low water conditions. However, things started to change at Big Pool. The fish usually hold there in good numbers in the early season, and this year was no exception. In the first couple of weeks, the fish were not too keen on hitting our foam flies in Big Pool. Some guests succeeded in getting the fish to rise to the skated surface flies, but fishing subsurface produced more consistent results.

The pools and pockets between Big Pool and the first waterfall were filled with fish! This spectacular stretch of the river had the best fishing in the entire system during the first half of July. Initially, the fish were eager to eat large pink streamers, but later on, guests had to use smaller streamers and nymphs to connect with the fish, likely due to the hot weather at the end of July.

By mid-July, a large run of fish had reached the second waterfall, and guests who were willing to hike the extra 20 minutes enjoyed intense fishing in the first pockets downstream from the falls. The fast water between the first and second waterfalls was not particularly productive, with the exception of the Reindeer Pool, located just upstream from the first waterfall—one of our Camp Manager Aurelien’s favorite spots to fish. It seemed the fish were holding here before continuing further upriver.

Even though the river rose due to rain at the end of July, the water level had been low throughout the first month compared to the previous year. This is probably why there were more fish than usual at the second waterfall—they could run faster than normal through the fast rapids. For this reason, the first expeditions to Paradise Valley exceeded expectations.

Our Camp Assistant Mikkel hiked up to Paradise Valley with clients several times from late July to early August, each trip moving further up this remote valley where we have yet to do much exploring. On the first expedition, they found many fish gathered in fast water of the gorge between the second waterfall and Paradise Valley ends. This discovery gave him the motivation to hike even further up to see what the distant pools were hiding. Mikkel persuaded two guests to accompany him, and they hiked deep into Paradise Valley. There, they found a pool with only large fish and caught some beautiful char between 60-70 cm.

After the warm period at the end of July and the start of August, it suddenly started to snow. Unusually, the snow stayed in the mountains for a couple of days before it began to melt. This caused several caribou to come down to the valley, and guests saw dozens of these gorgeous animals each day during the brief time it lasted.

To be continued ...

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