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Fjord Norway — active and revitalizing

Breathtaking fjords and towering peaks. Rocky islands, plunging waterfalls and shimmering glaciers. In a destination as beautiful as Fjord Norway, it’s only natural to want to get outside. A little fresh air, sunshine and nature is good for anyone, anywhere. But here in Fjord Norway, the mere sight of our majestic landscape stirs the soul. It’s no wonder spending a lot of time in the great outdoors comes natural to Norwegians. We even have a word for it: “friluftsliv.” 

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Friluftsliv, or “open-air living,” is the idea that activity out in nature is revitalizing and energizing for body, mind and soul. Writer Henrik Ibsen popularized the idea in the 1850s but friluftsliv has long been essential to the Norwegian character. Here, it’s a way of life. So join us, and get out and about … and into Fjord Norway’s unrivaled nature! 

Dive into action and out onto our waterways — fjords, rivers, lakes and sea — with a world-class range of fresh and exciting water sports and activities, from kayaking, canyoning and stand up paddling to surfing, diving and coasteering.  



You can even set out on salmon safari! Float down the Suldalslågen river, at one with the currents, from the Mo Laksegard farm in Sand to encounter salmon on a whole new level — eye-to-eye — thanks to your drysuit, snorkel and mask.  

Crank it up a notch on the Leirdøla River in Gaupne with river canyoning, a mix of swimming, body rafting, careering down natural waterslides and plunging off cliffs. Or how about kayaking on the spectacular Sognefjord? The cascading waterfalls and towering rock walls are impressive enough from a ship, but even more dazzling when you paddle by them on your own. Keep an eye out for porpoises and curious seals! 



Or kayak your way along the unspoiled Fjord Coast’s thousands of islands and skerries, passing charming fishing villages, white-sand beaches and looming peaks. Prefer to stand? Explore the coast with SUP from Skaarnesheimen Raw Ocean Lodge, in Sandve’s sheltered harbor or, if you dare, on the open sea. Or you can “coaster,” hiking, swimming and climbing your way across our rugged shores. 

The Fjord Coast is also perfect for bicycling. The quiet roads and gently rolling terrain suit cyclists of all ages. A multitude of islands are linked by local boat and ferry routes, so rent a cycle — e-bike or otherwise — and go island hopping! While you’re at it, combine your cycling holiday with kayaking and coastering.



For a real adrenaline rush, head out from Haugesund for Bungee jumping, or some via ferrata outdoor rock-climbing at Fjæra in Åkrafjorden. Scale what’s said to be Norway’s toughest via ferrata route for hard-won, awe-inspiring fjord views. You deserve it! 

Hiking might be the easiest way to re-energize in the Fjord Norway natural landscape — at the coast, where bracing sea breezes carry mist from calming ocean waves as far as you can see, and along the fjords, as you stroll through forests, cultivated fields and charming fjord-side villages. Feeling really brave? Go straight to the top, hiking up fjord hillsides and mountains for breathtaking summit views. 



Or grab your pick, ropes and snowshoes for a guided walk on the natural wonders that carved and crafted all this stunning Fjord Norway scenery in the first place: our glaciers. These serene, slowly moving sheets of ice and snow — like the Haugabreen Glacier in Nordfjord— offer unique, thrilling hikes of a lifetime. 

When you’re ready to wind down and unwind, settle in for a coffee or meal — or the night — in nature-focused venues across Fjord Norway. Grab a snack and a nap at “digital-free” Tustna Ladestasjon or settle in for the whole quiet coastal night under the open sky or in an eco-friendly cabin. Come morning, head out revitalized in body, mind and spirit, and ready to do it all again — in spectacular, natural Fjord Norway. 

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    Bicycling adventure in fantastic scenery.

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    River Pig - Glacier  Rafting offer rafting on the glacier river Jostedøla. The rafting in Jostedalen goes through spectacular mountain scenery and canyon terrain with class 3-4 white-water. Depending on water level there are offered tours ranging…

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    Join Fjordexpedition on a guided kayak tour around the Jørpeland islands. Explore the magic feeling moving quiet over the surface only powered by yourself!

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    Join Norwegian Coastal Culture academy for a kayak adventure in the magical area where the mighty Sognefjord meets the Northern Sea. Here, along the coastline of Solund, you are at the westernmost point of Norway.

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    Norway AdvenTURes offers guided sea kayak tours in beautiful surroundings.

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    A blue ice adventure for the whole family! 

    Haugabreen is an easy accessible glacier arm in Jostedalsbreen National Park. To get to this glacier you will drive through magnificent fjord landscape to Stardalen Valley in Jølster (about 1 hour…

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    SALMONSAFARI Float in the current down the river from Mo Laksegard! Don’t be surprised if you suddenly see trout and salmon up close. Qualified and experienced instructors will lead the group. One of them will join you in the water, the other will…

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    Kayak the “hidden fjord”, A full-day adventure from Ålesund. A kayak adventure in one of the pristine hidden fjords. Take the Fjord cruise Hjørundfjord from Ålesund to Urke in the morning (and return in the evening). And enjoy a full day adventure.

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