Island
Kvitsøy Maritime Senter
Sea Fishing in Rogaland 2026
Kvitsøy Maritime Senter sits at the ferry harbour of Ydstebøhamn on Kvitsøy, a small island municipality in the middle of Boknafjorden in Rogaland. The site offers waterfront apartments and boat rental for sea fishing around the archipelago, south of 62°N with its own minimum sizes and year-round halibut protection for recreational anglers.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 fot åpen båt med 50 hk påhengsmotor | 19 ft | 50 hp | 1 | Ekkolodd, GPS-kartplotter, Redningsutstyr |
Species and seasons
Best= best seasonGood= goodOK= possible
Accommodation
Waterfront apartment (approx. 48 m²)
Units: 2 · Max guests: 4
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Stue · TV · Terrasse/balkong · Sjøutsikt · Wi-Fi
Family apartment (larger unit)
Units: 1 · Max guests: 6
Kjøkken · Bad/dusj · Stue · Sjøutsikt · Wi-Fi
Practical information
Address: Ydstebøveien 2, 4180 Kvitsøy
Nearest airport: Stavanger lufthavn Sola (SVG) (50 km)
Website: www.kmsenter.no
What we like about Kvitsøy Maritime Senter
- ✓Location in the middle of Boknafjorden gives short distances to varied fishing grounds around the Kvitsøy archipelago
- ✓Easy access from Stavanger Sola airport via the Mekjarvik ferry from Randaberg
- ✓Waterfront apartments within walking distance of the ferry harbour and boat rental
Worth knowing
- !South of 62°N: halibut is protected year-round for recreational anglers, and the cod minimum size is 40 cm -- different rules than Lofoten and Northern Norway
- !Ferry-dependent access from the mainland -- plan arrival and departure around the Mekjarvik–Kvitsøy schedule
Tips from experienced anglers
- 1Check minimum sizes before the trip: cod 40 cm south of 62°N, haddock 32 cm, saithe no minimum. See our minimum-size guide for the full table.
- 2If you hook a halibut it must be released immediately -- year-round protection for recreational anglers applies south of 62°N.
- 3The 15 kg per person export quota (from registered fishing camps) also applies here -- contact the operator to confirm registration status before planning your take-home.
Frequently asked questions about Kvitsøy Maritime Senter
Which fishing regulations apply at Kvitsøy?
Kvitsøy lies south of 62°N, so the southern rules apply: cod minimum 40 cm, haddock 32 cm, and halibut is protected year-round for recreational anglers. Saithe has no minimum size. See the Norwegian Directorate of Fisheries and our minimum-size guide for the full table.
How do I get to Kvitsøy?
The nearest airport is Stavanger Sola (SVG). From there it is about 25 km by car to the Mekjarvik ferry quay in Randaberg, and the car ferry runs to Ydstebøhamn on Kvitsøy. There is also a ferry from Skudeneshavn on Karmøy. Check the ferry schedule before booking your flight.
Which species are common around Kvitsøy?
Boknafjorden and the archipelago around Kvitsøy hold cod, saithe, pollack, ling and monkfish in deeper water. Typical fishing depths are 30 to 80 metres. Remember that halibut is protected year-round for recreational anglers south of 62°N -- if you hook one, release it immediately.
Can I bring fish home from Kvitsøy?
In 2026, people aged 12+ may export up to 15 kg up to twice per calendar year when they both fish and stay through a registered tourist fishing business and carry individual documentation. Contact Kvitsøy Maritime Senter directly to confirm registration and check the current rules with the Directorate of Fisheries.
When is Kvitsøy Maritime Senter open?
The operator website does not list exact opening dates or substantiate a “best” fishing season for 2026. Contact post@kmsenter.no or +47 51 73 51 88 for availability.
Planning a fishing trip to Kvitsøy Maritime Senter?
Confirm prices, boats, facilities and registration status directly before booking. SafeCamp360 offers camps in Rogaland tools for catch data and export-quota overview.