Island
Hasvik Hotel (Big Fish Adventure)
Sea Fishing in Finnmark 2026
Hasvik Hotel is run by Big Fish Adventure in Hasvik on Sørøya. The hotel sits in the centre of the village, a few hundred metres from Hasvik airport, the ferry pier and the fishing harbour. Boats head straight into Sørøysundet and on to renowned grounds for halibut, cod, wolffish and redfish.
Details are compiled from operator and third-party sources; “last updated” does not mean every field was independently verified. Confirm prices, capacity, boats, facilities and registration status before booking. To qualify for the export quota, you must both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation.
Quick facts
Boat fleet
| Boat | Length | Engine | Count | Equipment |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaasbøll 1100 HT APEX | 37 ft | 850 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, GPS, VHF-radio, Autopilot, Redningsutstyr |
| Kaasbøll 760 HT | 25 ft | 150 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, GPS, VHF-radio, Redningsutstyr |
| Kaasbøll 660 F | 23 ft | 150 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, GPS, Redningsutstyr |
| Kværnø 740 HT | 25 ft | 200 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, Kartplotter, GPS, VHF-radio, Redningsutstyr |
| Kværnø 19 ft | 19 ft | 50 hp | 2 | Ekkolodd, GPS, Redningsutstyr |
Species and seasons
| Species | Jan–Mar | Apr–Jun | Jul–Sep | Oct–Dec |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Cod | Best | Best | Good | Good |
| Halibut | Closed | Partly closed | Best | Partly closed |
| Saithe | OK | Good | Best | Good |
| Wolffish | OK | Good | Best | OK |
| Redfish | Closed | Partly closed | Partly closed | Closed |
| Ling | OK | Good | Best | OK |
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Accommodation
Hotel room
Units: 11 · Max guests: 2
Bad/dusj · Hårføner · Oppvarming · Skrivebord · TV · Vannkoker · Gratis WiFi · Sjøutsikt
Pricing information
Boat rental approx. NOK 12,700–25,800 per week depending on model. Guided 8-hour trips from NOK 13,000. Weekly packages for the full party NOK 18,000–120,100 depending on group size and lodging. Confirm prices directly with Big Fish Adventure.
Practical information
Address: Storgata 18, 9590 Hasvik
Nearest airport: Hasvik (HAA) (1 km)
What we like about Hasvik Hotel (Big Fish Adventure)
- ✓Sørøya is marketed for sea fishing targeting species including cod, halibut, wolffish, saithe, redfish and cusk; specific catch sizes cannot be promised.
- ✓Central location in Hasvik: 750 m to the airport, 450 m to the ferry and 600 m to the fishing harbour.
- ✓Wide boat fleet from 19 ft open boats to a 37 ft Kaasbøll 1100 HT APEX -- suits both self-drive and guided trips.
- ✓Established operator since 2002 with filleting room, freezer storage, scales and fuel at its own harbour.
Worth knowing
- !Sørøya is an island with no road connection to the mainland -- arrival requires a flight to Hasvik (HAA) or the ferry from Øksfjord.
- !Exposed Arctic waters -- wind and swell can limit fishing days outside high summer.
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Skrei mainly spawn from February to April, but migration and the operator season vary. Confirm dates and capacity directly before booking.
- 2Halibut conditions vary by place, year and weather. North of 62°N, targeted fishing is closed from 20 December to 20 April; use local advice outside the closure.
- 3In 2026, the export allowance is 15 kg up to twice a year for people aged 12+ who both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation.
Frequently asked questions about Hasvik Hotel (Big Fish Adventure)
How do you get to Hasvik on Sørøya?
Widerøe operates direct flights to Hasvik airport (HAA) from Tromsø and Hammerfest. Alternatively, take the express boat or car ferry from Øksfjord to Hasvik. The hotel is 750 m from the airport and 450 m from the ferry pier, so the transfer is short.
What fish species are typical around Sørøya?
Operator and destination sources describe skrei/cod, halibut, saithe, wolffish, redfish and cusk around Sørøya. Skrei spawn mainly in February–April, while other species have their own closures and gear rules. Confirm the operating season and current fishing conditions before the trip.
Is there a filleting room and freezer?
Yes. Big Fish Adventure operates its own harbour in Hasvik with a filleting room, scales, freezer storage and fuel. Hasvik harbour opens from mid-February. The operator also has a harbour at Sørvær that opens in March. Remember the 2026 export quota of 15 kg fish per person (aged 12+).
What boats can I rent at Hasvik Hotel?
Big Fish Adventure offers a fleet from 19 ft open Kværnø boats (50 hp) up to a 37 ft Kaasbøll 1100 HT APEX with twin 425 hp engines. The mid-range includes Kaasbøll 660 F, Kaasbøll 760 HT and Kværnø 740 HT at 150–200 hp. Weekly rental runs around NOK 12,700–25,800.
When is Hasvik Hotel open?
Hasvik harbour opens for fishing operations in mid-February with the skrei season and stays open through spring, summer and autumn. The Sørvær harbour opens in March. Confirm exact opening dates with booking@bigfishadventure.no.
Planning a fishing trip to Hasvik Hotel (Big Fish Adventure)?
Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Finnmark tools for catch data and export-quota overview.