Bomlo

Big boat, beautiful house and top spot in the south

Bomlo

Big boat, beautiful house and top spot in the south

This location in Bomlo sets a new standard for enjoying a fishing trip in Norway. Not only in terms of lodging, but also in terms of location and fishing boats, is this the perfect choice for a fishing trip in the south of Norway.

Bomlo has an enormous amount of islands in front of the coast and in its vicinity. Because of these islands there is a great diversity in depths and structure under water. In addition, the rich sea currents bring a continuous flow of food around these islands, which means that a lot of fish is caught at this location. Bomlo is known for its rich and diverse fish stocks. You do not need luck here to fish successfully. Around the islands archipelago and on more out to open sea, fishing success is guaranteed. The coastal landscape with its islands and bays, the wide fjord but also narrow passages and canals make it possible to fish regardless of the weather.

In the area of Bomlo there are around 1000 large and small islands. Bomlo has always been connected to the sea and the islanders have a long tradition as fishermen. After the last ice age, people moved further north from southern Norway. Bomlo and the Sunnhordland were the perfect place to relax and go fishing. In Bomlo you are always close to the sea. Sailing and fishing are a natural part of most islanders' lives. The island is large enough to offer a memorable fishing trip to all visitors.

The location is very sheltered and offers the opportunity to go fishing in practically all kinds of weather. This is special in this region and is a pleasant thought and an important reason why this location is booked so often. In the streams around the islands, sheltered behind the island of Bomlo or on the open sea. It is all possible here and it also offers a variety of fishing. At depth on large tusk or ling of 20 kilos and more, or with lures or natural bait fishing for hake, cod, coalfish, wolffish, haddock and halibut. Also active fishing for pollack and mackerel around the islands or targeting flatfish are some of the options. And if you want a different day or the weather is less favourable, there are a lot of lakes in the vicinity where you can fish for trout. So don't forget to bring the light spinning rods as well. Freshwater fishing requires a separate licence, which the owner will be happy to assist you in purchasing. All in all, a top location for fishing in the south of Norway.

Read HERE, HERE and HERE three nice articles on this location (in Dutch).

Here are two beautiful and comfortable holiday homes available, each 100 m² in size and equipped for 6 people. They offer an unprecedented level of comfort including a fantastic view of the Hardangerfjord where you can enjoy the spacious terrace with garden furniture after a wonderful day of fishing. There are 3 bedrooms each with two single beds, a luxurious open kitchen with all imaginable items such as fridge, cooker, oven, microwave, coffeemaker and dishwasher.

Furthermore, these houses have a separate room available where you can store your fishing materials and also hang your fishing clothes to dry. Also there is a freezer where you can freeze the fish that you want to take with you. This location is therefore not only perfect for a fishing trip but also for a family holiday.

There are two parking spaces available at each house so you can load and unload your car in a relaxed manner. The houses are available from 4.00 p.m. on the day of arrival and must be vacated by 10.00 a.m. on the day of departure at the latest. Of course there is also a traffic jam.

Here you have an absolute top boat at your disposal! They are 21 foot aluminium Kaasbol boats with no less than 140 HP Suzuki engine and a large 9 inch GPS / fishfinder. For southern Norway these are absolute top boats that set new standards. Perfect with comfortable sailing characteristics, very spacious and possible for up to 5 fishermen.

But even when the weather is not so good these boats still offer the possibility to go fishing because higher waves can also be tackled. The boat has a C approval with waves of 2 meters as standard. At the same time you can also quickly look for quiet places in the protective shade of several islands to chase different species with lighter material.

On the spot you will receive a detailed explanation from the owner about the use of the boat and all other relevant matters concerning your stay. For the boats a deposit of € 400,- will be asked on the spot which has to be paid in cash. After returning the boat in one piece you will than get your deposit back of course.

When you need an extra boat a 20 foot Oien boat with 60 HP and GPS/fishfinder is available.

About 400 metres away there is an automatic fuel pump where you can refuel the boat. This is possible 24/7 and with credit card. And with a 219 litre tank you can go a long way here.

On site there is a small shop with fishing supplies. The owner is a good fisherman and very well known in the region and you can hire him as a guide for a day. The cost of this is 250 euros for one day. You can pay these extra costs on the spot with credit card, pin or cash.

There are two seasons for this location.

Season 1: 30.04.-01.09
Season 2: 01.09.-31.12 and 01.01.-30.04

Season 1 Season 2
1 week 2,675.- 2,555.-

The above prices are for the combination of one house and one boat excluding fuel and including bedlinen, towels, water, electricity, wifi and final cleaning.

Extra fishing boat 20 foot with 60 HP € 875,- week

The journey to this location can be made in different ways. By ferry from Hirtshals to Kristiansand and then a 5,5 hour drive. From Hirtshals to Stavanger and then 2,5 hours drive or from Hirtshals to Bergen and then 2,5 hours drive.

Bomlo

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