The Norwegian coast is world famous for it`s beautiful underwater nature. Especially along the coast of the Møre region(West-coast) and in North Norway. Diving is possible year round because of the Gulf Stream, which gives the coastal regions relatively mild climates. Hauge Fritidssenter can provide you with information on where to dive, compressors and air supply facilities etc. We can also arrange divingtrips with local Scuba diving centres in the area

( Storm scubadiving. or Ålesund Sportdykkerklubb. )

If the thrill of investigating old shipwrecks. is your thing, our long tradition as a seafaring nation has provided us with a wast amount of wrecks along our extensive coastline and in our long fjords. The imperative rule for wreck diving is: look but do not touch. Those who do not observe this rule will not only in many cases do irremediable harm to the wrecks, but in addition most certainly contribute substantially to the obstruction of future sport diving in Norway. For this reason we invite our guests to use their eyes, and, by all means, their cameras, but not to take anything along up or destroy anything they may see. This rule applies not only to a wreck, but also to any separate objects found under water. Should you discover an uncharted wreck, mark the spot and inform the nearest police or maritime museum.

SNORKELING

Snorkeling is a great way for the non diver to take part in a activity that opens the door to so many natural wonders, it requires no previous experience and is a great way for the whole family to experience a side of Norway that you may never have thought possible. The great part about snorkel tours is that you have an opportunity to see some incredible wildlife without the special training required for SCUBA. The first 30 ft. of the shore line is teeming with a large variety of the smaller creatures as they tend to seek the shallows to avoid becoming lunch by the larger sea dwellers, this gives the snorkeler quite a unique advantage over the diver We have seen wolf eels, schools of herring, and lots of flounders and numerous species of crabs that typically inhabit the shallow fjords in Norway. Snorkeling is a safe activity, that the entire family can do together.

So if you bring a towel,a smile and a sense of adventure, We guarantee you`ll have a fantastic vacation at Hauge Fritidsenter

ÅLESUND- GEIRANGER

There are many stops on the tour: Stordal - Stranda - Hellesylt.

Tickets can be bought onboard.

09.00: Departure. Dronning Sonjas plass, Ålesund

12.00: Arrival. Geiranger with 2,5 hour stop

14.30: Departure. Geiranger

17.30: Arrival. Ålesund

Tours Everyday from 1.july - 7.august

More and more people are discovering the rich opportunities our coastline offers for a variety of outdoor leisure activities, including fishing.

Here you can catch a huge cod or the salmon of your dreams, not to mention other delicacies such as wolf fish and monkfish! The fishing in this area is rich and varied, and it is possible to catch most of the different kinds of fish that live along the coast.

Coastal fjord Fishing This type of fishing, is carried out closer to shore, and normally brings more species onboard. Here fishing for food and for fun goes hand in hand. Normal catches are Cod, Herring, Haddock, Coalfish, Ling, Mackerel, Haddock and Pollack. Test your fighting power with a big Haddock.

Deep Sea Fishing If you are looking for good sea fishing, you cannot do any better than outer Gurskenfjorden, which offers great opportunities for this activity.

Deep-sea fishing is especially popular on the West Coast which is where the very best catches are. Fishing in the sea offers big fish, and you may even get something exotic like wolf fish on your hook. The excitement of fishing, and the pure relaxment of being on holiday is a great combination. The most common species include, of course, Cod, then Pollack, Halibut, Flounder and Mackerell; even Shark

Sea-angling trips are also available. You can take a trip on a fishing boat with a local expert (Often you can borrow or rent equipment onboard.), take a boat out yourself or take your fishing rod out to a headland or some rocks. Fishing in the sea is free of charges, that includes fishing for salmon, sea trout or red char, that is if you use a rod. The whole of the area is rich in fish and there are plenty of opportunities for angling all year round.

The Rules

Sports fishing is free in the sea, and is an important part of the right of free access. As a general rule, you do not need the landowner's permission to use a rod and handline or fixed gear. However, the landowner has exclusive rights to fishing for anadromous salmonids (salmon, sea trout and sea char) with fixed gear on his own property and adjacent areas. Norway has a comprehensive set of rules governing fishing in salt water, for example on the types of gear that may be used, marking of gear and fishing seasons. However, there are relatively few restrictions on fishing with a rod and handline.

For more information about rules and regulations see the website of the Directorate for Nature Management.

There is great variation here - between fjord fishing, fishing in among the islands and skerries and deep-sea fishing. You can catch most kinds of fish in this area. The currents and the nutritional content of the seawater make for unusually rich fishing. The most common species of fish are cod, haddock, saithe, pollack and mackerel. In autumn and early winter you can go fishing for crabs, either using crab pots or by raking them directly off the rocks.

Freshwater Fishing

River fishing

All along Norway's very long coast are both small and large rivers. Most of them offer salmon and sea trout fishing in the summer. You can also catch red char in many of the rivers in northern Norway. Fishing seasons are regulated locally but are usually open from June to August. Children under 16 fish free except in rivers where salmon, sea trout and red char run. All anglers over the age of 16 who wishes to fish for salmon, sea trout and sea char (anadromous salmonids) in fresh water must pay the National Fishing Licence, an annual fee payable to the Norwegian Government. (Contact us for info regarding prices, etc.. )

In the eyes of any angler, salmon and trout are the real prizes. Wild salmon is as highly prized today as it was before fish farming became so widespread along the Norwegian coast. Salmon fishing in rivers like the Ørsta-elva and Bondals-elva rivers in Sunnmøre, is famous for quality and abundance. Salmon and trout fishing are subject to more restrictions than fishing for other species, and some rivers that have low stocks are actually off-limit. The Directorate for Nature Management. offers more information on rules and regulations on hunting and fishing.

What to bring

In Norway we have warm summers and cold winters. On the sea it might be quite cold even on a hot summer day. Weatherproof and warm clothing is recommended. Our boats have quality floating vests for all passengers. You can bring your own fishing gear, or buy it in one of our neighboring cities. (Contact us for info/tips regarding prices, etc.. ) We recomend 10-30 lb rods for fjord fishing. As for casting rods we normally use about 9 feet rods or longer, with casting weights ranging from 20 to 60 grams. For Sea trout fishing we recomend lighter lures ranging from 5/6 grams to 30 grams. As for the Deep Sea fishing we recomend 20-50 lb rods. Your reel should carry at least 400 meters of strong braided line.(80 lb/ 40 kgs).

Regardless of whether you come alone, or together with friends or your family, you will find what you are looking for in the way of leisure activities and outdoor pursuits on The Gurskøya.

The possibility to combine a fishing trip with some of most beautiful nature experiences in Norway, makes ”Hauge Fritidsenter” a magnificent destination.We wish you a warm welcome and hope that you will enjoy the rich opportunities our coastline has to offer. Contact us for more detailed information about fishing permits, maps and prices.

Dollsteinhola cave

At the south side of the island Sandsøy in Sande municipality, the intriguing cave Dollsteinshol lies. This is one of the largest and most peculiar caves in Norway, and is has been mentioned in historic documents for centuries. The cave is 180 metres long, and has got 5 rooms that are separated by long and narrow passages. You need to be dressed appropriately and bring the necessary equipment to explore the cave, since the trip inside includes climbing over walls of 3-4 metres, crawling, and holding on to a rope down a 50 metres long hill. Dollsteinhola is a protected area, and a local guide has to accompany on you on the trip. The cave has got a lot of legends and myths connected to it, and it is said that the English King Arthur buried a lot of treasures in the cave during the 6th century, including The Holy Grail. None of these treasures have been discovered so far, but an exploration of the area is a fun and exciting activity!

"Hauge Fritidsenter" takes you on a guided "Wild Sheep Safari" in the beautiful forests and mountains surrounding Haugsbygda.

General information on safaris and tours

Children:

Families with children are welcome on Wild sheep safaris. Our Child Discount is 50% to children under 11 years of age.

Departures:

All departures take place on "Hauge Fritidsenter". Pick-up time from your cabin 10- minutes before departure time.

Guiding:

Safaris & Tours are guided in English.

Pricing:

Contact us for prices

Validity:

Programs are operated with a minimum of 4 persons per departure. Operation is subject to availability at a time a request is made for reservations.

Please note:

Excursions are subject to weather conditions. As the responsible safari & tour organizer "Hauge Fritidsenter" reserves the right to change the contents, pricing and the duration of the excursions if deemed necessary for the sake of guest safety or due to circumstances beyond our control. While we make every effort to ensure our safari guests` safety, we cannot accept liability for personal injury or material damage during any of the excursions, therefore personal travel insurance coverage is recommended.