Kayaking Off Gudvangen

OVERVIEW

Kayak through the glass-smooth waters of Nærøyfjord and take in the spectacular natural beauty from a unique perspective. After a briefing on how to maximize the experience, you will ease into a kayak in the village of Gudvangen and paddle off into the sheltered fjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site for its outstanding beauty. The views will be unrivalled as you effortlessly glide past precipitous cliffs, thundering waterfalls and other small villages. The only sounds will be those of nature and the guide’s occasional commentary about the area history and Viking heritage. Because of the fjord’s depth, marine life flourishes. You may come across colonies of seals, pods of orcas and playful porpoises swimming next to your kayak and leaping acrobatically into the air. Be sure to look up as sea eagles are also often spotted riding the rising columns of hot air called thermals. Midway through the kayaking experience, you will stop for a picnic.

HIGHLIGHTS

• Paddle a kayak through the sheltered waters of the fjord off Gudvangen.
• Behold the stunning natural beauty that UNESCO recognized as a World Heritage site.
• Look for seals, orcas and porpoises in the fjord and sea eagles riding the thermals above.
• Pause along the shore for a picnic lunch made with locally sourced ingredients.

HELPFUL HINTS

• Dress in weather-appropriate clothing.
• Wear flat comfortable walking shoes.