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Kayak from Tafjord to Geiranger

Western Norway's most beautiful kayak trip

Kayak from Tafjord to Geiranger

Western Norway's most beautiful kayak trip

From USD 1531
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Join us on Western Norway´s beautiful kayak trip from Tafjord to Geiranger. We will paddle through UNESCO-protected fjord landscapes; from the calm and unique Tafjord and past majestic waterfalls and enchanting mountainsides, all the way to lively Geiranger. On this trip you´re surrounded by stunning nature for the duration of the trip, paddling in pristine cold water fjords and sleeping under the stars.

Highlights

  • Experience two of the world's most beautiful fjords from a kayak
  • Side mountain trips to several fjord farms along Storfjorden
  • Unique accommodation in Olagarden; a farm that takes you 100 years back in time
  • Hidden and isolated accommodation, only accessible by boat
  • Cozy accommodation in Geiranger at the end of the trip
  • Introductory kayak course -  certification included

The fjords we paddle on are both on UNESCO's world heritage list due to their spectacular natural and cultural history. We look forward to sharing our knowledge of the region with you! The paddling trip is just under 65 km (40 miles), taking us four days to paddle. During the paddling trip, we will spend three nights in tents along the fjord and cook dinner together while enjoying the view. We have included an overnight stay in Tafjord before the paddling trip itself to get a review of basic rescue and communication routines before we enter the fjord. In Geiranger, our final night awaits with a three-course dinner, hotel accommodation, and spa. This is a trip that provides both authentic outdoor sensations and comfort in magnificent western Norway nature!

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Dates and booking

Fri 18. August - Thu 24. August 2023

USD 1531Available

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This trip is also offered as a private tailormade trip. Travel alone, with your friends or family whenever you want.
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Opening hours Phone
Mon-Fri : 09-16
Opening hours Chat
Mon-Fri : 07-23
Sat : 10-18
Sun : 13-21
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(+47) 23 21 30 80
hvitserk@norrona.com

Safety

  • 24 hour emergency communication
  • All guides have wilderness first aid experience
  • First aid equipment available
  • Cooperation with Turlegen.no for medical advice while on expedition

Safety and grading of trips

Physical level

3/6 Physical

On these trips, some of the stages are demanding. On level 3 mountain hikes, there are often some long stages, and / or a demanding summit push where it can get cold. You must stand up to reach the goal, and have a good training basis and good health before departure. We sleep in tents and / or in cabins and hotels, but you do not have to have experience with tent life to participate. If the trip includes activities such as kayaking, cycling, climbing, glacier, skiing / mountaineering, it is an advantage to have experience with this activity.

Safety and grading of trips

Risk level

3/6 Risk

Activities / trips with some risk. Some incidents may occur, and they may be of such a nature that they require professional help.

Safety and grading of trips

Training and preparations

This trip is suitable for those who have experience with kayaking and are able to spend long days on the water. There is no requirement for any certifications in kayaking, but the participants themselves are responsible for having basic paddling skills.

Accommodation and food

We spend the night at Olagarden in Tafjord on day 1, and at a guest house in Geiranger on day 5. We will sleep in tents for the duration of the paddling tour. Dinner on days 1 and 5 is included. The food on the paddling trip itself is not included, so here each participant must bring their own.

 

Other information

The fjord system we paddle can offer all kinds of weather and wind, and this means that the trip can be anything from "easy" to "demanding". We hope to paddle during the day, but the weather and wind will dictate what time of day we paddle. Should the weather and wind pose too great a challenge for the trip to be carried out, the guide and the office will do their best to come up with an alternative plan.

Highlights

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Day by day

Day 1:Meeting Tafjord and kayak certification

We will meet at Olagarden in Tafjord at 14:00 for check-in and a small snack. After check-in, we go down to the fjord for an introductory kayak course and learn about the equipment. The paddling trip we will undertake is long, and it is important to us that all the equipment and kayaks are adapted to each individual and that everyone has completed the training. After the preparations, dinner is served in Olagarden while we enjoy the view over the Tafjord and the massive, encircling mountains from the dinner table.

We will meet at Olagarden in Tafjord at 14:00 for check-in and a small snack. After check-in, we go down to the fjord for an introductory kayak course and learn about the equipment. The paddling trip we will undertake is long, and it is important to us that all the equipment and kayaks are adapted to each individual and that everyone has completed the training. After the preparations, dinner is served in Olagarden while we enjoy the view over the Tafjord and the massive, encircling mountains from the dinner table.

Olagarden Hotel

-,-,D

KajakkturfraTafjordtilGeiranger@Sergey (4)

Day 2:Out on the fjord and ready for the trip

After a good breakfast, we go down to the fjord and pack the kayaks for this year's adventure! We have a long paddling trip ahead of us, so we will try to be on the water by mid-morning. Within just a few kilometers we will pass the Slufsa waterfall at close range, a true treat.

After a good breakfast, we go down to the fjord and pack the kayaks for this year's adventure! We have a long paddling trip ahead of us, so we will try to be on the water by mid-morning. Within just a few kilometers we will pass the Slufsa waterfall at close range, a true treat.

Tent

B,L,-

6-7 hours

15-20 km

KajakkturfraTafjordtilGeiranger@Ræin (7)

Day 3:To Norddalsfjorden and Synnylvsfjorden

Today we leave Tafjorden and move into Norddalsfjorden and Synnylvsfjorden. The fjord gets wider with each kilometer, from the steep mountains around Tafjord to the more open fjord landscape. This is the widest point on the fjord, and here the sea can be a little rougher than on the rest of the trip. Today's goal is the Synnylvsfjord and a lovely camp where very few people travel. We aim to start every day at 10 am, but the group and the weather dictate how early we will start paddling.

Today we leave Tafjorden and move into Norddalsfjorden and Synnylvsfjorden. The fjord gets wider with each kilometer, from the steep mountains around Tafjord to the more open fjord landscape. This is the widest point on the fjord, and here the sea can be a little rougher than on the rest of the trip. Today's goal is the Synnylvsfjord and a lovely camp where very few people travel. We aim to start every day at 10 am, but the group and the weather dictate how early we will start paddling.

Tent

-,-,-

7-8 hours

15-20 km

KajakkturfraTafjordtilGeiranger@Ræin (4)

Day 4:To Geirangerfjord

Today's destination is the Geirangerfjord itself! We spend large parts of the day on the Synnylvsfjorden and get a good view of the stunning mountain range Åkerneset. The Synnylvsfjorden is the fjord arm that leads into the Geirangerfjorden, and the contrasts between the two fjords are incredible. From the open and mild Synnylvsfjord, we turn east into the heart of fjord Norway: the Geirangerfjord. Here we will set up camp for the last time.

Today's destination is the Geirangerfjord itself! We spend large parts of the day on the Synnylvsfjorden and get a good view of the stunning mountain range Åkerneset. The Synnylvsfjorden is the fjord arm that leads into the Geirangerfjorden, and the contrasts between the two fjords are incredible. From the open and mild Synnylvsfjord, we turn east into the heart of fjord Norway: the Geirangerfjord. Here we will set up camp for the last time.

Tent

-,-,-

5-6 hours

15-20 km

KajakkturfraTafjordtilGeiranger@Sergey (3)

Day 5:Geiranger and our last night

Today the trip goes through the magical Geirangerfjord to the town of Geiranger itself. We get to experience well-kept mountain farms and world-famous waterfalls. It is something completely unique to be able to experience this part of fjord-Norway from a kayak, and we will spend plenty of time in the fjord to take in all the impressions we have received over the past few days. A well-deserved three-course dinner and hotel accommodation awaits us.

Today the trip goes through the magical Geirangerfjord to the town of Geiranger itself. We get to experience well-kept mountain farms and world-famous waterfalls. It is something completely unique to be able to experience this part of fjord-Norway from a kayak, and we will spend plenty of time in the fjord to take in all the impressions we have received over the past few days. A well-deserved three-course dinner and hotel accommodation awaits us.

Hotel

-,-,D

4-5 hours

12-15 km

KajakkturfraTafjordtilGeiranger@Ræin (1)

Day 6:Back to Tafjord

An adventure of a lifetime comes to an end! We can enjoy the feeling of mastery over a good hotel breakfast in Geiranger. The transport back to Tafjord runs at 12:00, so there will be time to look around Geiranger before returning for those who wish to. The trip to Tafjord takes approx. 2 hours

An adventure of a lifetime comes to an end! We can enjoy the feeling of mastery over a good hotel breakfast in Geiranger. The transport back to Tafjord runs at 12:00, so there will be time to look around Geiranger before returning for those who wish to. The trip to Tafjord takes approx. 2 hours

F,-,-

2 hours

We will meet at Olagarden in Tafjord at 14:00 for check-in and a small snack. After check-in, we go down to the fjord for an introductory kayak course and learn about the equipment. The paddling trip we will undertake is long, and it is important to us that all the equipment and kayaks are adapted to each individual and that everyone has completed the training. After the preparations, dinner is served in Olagarden while we enjoy the view over the Tafjord and the massive, encircling mountains from the dinner table.

Olagarden Hotel

-,-,D

After a good breakfast, we go down to the fjord and pack the kayaks for this year's adventure! We have a long paddling trip ahead of us, so we will try to be on the water by mid-morning. Within just a few kilometers we will pass the Slufsa waterfall at close range, a true treat.

Tent

B,L,-

6-7 hours

15-20 km

Today we leave Tafjorden and move into Norddalsfjorden and Synnylvsfjorden. The fjord gets wider with each kilometer, from the steep mountains around Tafjord to the more open fjord landscape. This is the widest point on the fjord, and here the sea can be a little rougher than on the rest of the trip. Today's goal is the Synnylvsfjord and a lovely camp where very few people travel. We aim to start every day at 10 am, but the group and the weather dictate how early we will start paddling.

Tent

-,-,-

7-8 hours

15-20 km

Today's destination is the Geirangerfjord itself! We spend large parts of the day on the Synnylvsfjorden and get a good view of the stunning mountain range Åkerneset. The Synnylvsfjorden is the fjord arm that leads into the Geirangerfjorden, and the contrasts between the two fjords are incredible. From the open and mild Synnylvsfjord, we turn east into the heart of fjord Norway: the Geirangerfjord. Here we will set up camp for the last time.

Tent

-,-,-

5-6 hours

15-20 km

Today the trip goes through the magical Geirangerfjord to the town of Geiranger itself. We get to experience well-kept mountain farms and world-famous waterfalls. It is something completely unique to be able to experience this part of fjord-Norway from a kayak, and we will spend plenty of time in the fjord to take in all the impressions we have received over the past few days. A well-deserved three-course dinner and hotel accommodation awaits us.

Hotel

-,-,D

4-5 hours

12-15 km

An adventure of a lifetime comes to an end! We can enjoy the feeling of mastery over a good hotel breakfast in Geiranger. The transport back to Tafjord runs at 12:00, so there will be time to look around Geiranger before returning for those who wish to. The trip to Tafjord takes approx. 2 hours

F,-,-

2 hours

What's included in the price

Included

Vi har to overnattinger på hotell (dag 1 og dag 5) og resten i telt. Vi står for utlån av telt.

Not included

You have to bring your own food from day 2-5 (breakfast, lunch and dinner)

Reservation

We reserve the right to change prices. The day by day program is a guideline and changes may occur. You can refer to our general travel conditions for more information.

Travel insurance

On all our trips, we require you to have full health and accident insurance which will also cover any emergency transport home. Read more about travel insurance.

Equipment list

This list is intended as a guideline, so that we have what we need regardless of the weather we get on the trip. Remember that you can also get used hiking equipment that works perfectly. Get in touch if you have any questions: 004723213080 / hvitserk@norrona.com TIP : We recommend that you have the most important hiking equipment in your hand luggage, for example hiking boots and gore-tex jacket/trousers.

Obligatory

Clothing

Not too thick, bring more layers if necessary.

Wool or suitable material. Avoid cotton. Remember to allways bring dry socks with you, to prevent chafing. 

We recommend thin wool.

Whatever you like to wear when paddling.

Fleece or wool. 

Gore-Tex or similar. Must have a decent hood, and hold out wind and rain. Should have space for midlayers underneath. Ventilation under the arms is recommended. 

Or bike gloves.

Footwear
Equipment

Band-aid, compeed, sportstape, Paracet/Ibux, medicine for soar throat, running nose, irritable stomach, etc, and personal medication. 
We need to know about all medicines you are taking, in case something happens. 

Tooth brush, tooth paste, small towel, ear plugs, wet wipes, biodegradable soap, etc.

You should be able to bring 2-3 litres of water.

A small, lightweight summer tent. We recommend to sleep more than one person in each tent because of the limited space in each packraft to carry equipment. 

These are great for when we will carry our gear from the kayak to camp each day

For your personal use; food bowl, cutlery, cup for hot drinks

You are free to cook and eat what you want, but remember that it should be easily prepared on the stove. There is no opportunity to buy food during the trip. 

(Breakfast, lunch, dinner)

Recommended

Clothing
Equipment

Use to carry equipment from kayak to camp.

Remember new/extra batteries.

Useful

Clothing

Down or primaloft.

Thin, ultra lihgt.

Equipment

To increase the comfort temperature in your sleeping bag.

Nuts, chocolate, energy bars, etc.

As the trip starts and ends in Tafjord, it will be possible to store extra luggage in Olagarden Hotel during the paddling trip. Clothes and equipment that the participants want in Geiranger (last evening) can be left in Tafjord and we will transport it and deliver it to the accommodation for the last night.

If you don't have a tent, let us know and we´ll assist you.