Activity Snapshot
Activity description
Experience the wild Sørfjorden and its awestriking mountainsides by kayak!
On this trip, your guide will lead the way along the Sørfjorden, showcasing all the incredible nature on the way. Meet at the hotel to get equipped in your wet or dry suit and life jacket. Then it will be time to hit the water. With the choice of a single or a double kayak, this can be a fun activity with friends or just a relaxing one-on-one time with yourself in the stunning Norwegian fjords.
Starting from Lofthus, a town known in Norway for its fruit production, you will paddle along cute orchards, bearing cherries, pears and plums. Your guide will provide you with plenty of in-tell about the region, its production, and its stunning natural parks. Take in the steep mountain views. You will even be able to spot the snow-capped summit of the Folgefonna glacier! When your arms begin to tire, your guide will take you for a stop on a beach or boat house. They are there for any kind of assistance or request, so don't hesitate to reach out if there's ever an issue.
Don't hesitate to unwind on this leisurely, pleasantly physical day out on the icy-blue Sørfjorden!
Approximately 5 hours - 8-12 km of paddling
It takes approximately 30-45 minutes from meetup until we are on the water. This is to make sure you are equipped with all necessary gear and the kayak is adjusted to you correctly. Total time on the water is 3-4 hours.
Activity requirements
- No prior kayaking experience is required. However, on windy days the waves can be a bit more turbulent, but your guide will always be available to help out in tricky circumstances!
- Participants must be able to swim
- Participants aged between 12 and 15 must share a tandem kayak with an adult
- Maximum weight: 125 kg
Special terms
This tour is run in all weather conditions because every type of weather has its moments of beauty! Of course, we will adapt our driving style to the wind, rain, and wave conditions.
- Wet or dry suit
- Life Vest
- Experienced guide with first aid kit
- Kayak and paddle
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Headband or beanie (even on warm days)
- Gloves or mittens
- Warm clothes (in Winter, thermal underwear)
- Water, lunch, and snacks
- Shoes that can get wet
