Norway · GLACIER HIKES IN SOGNEFJORD
Good glacier hikes in Sognefjord fill up weeks ahead in Norway and the great ones go first. Here are the 4 to book early, with prices and departure points.
Walk from Olden to Briksdal Glacier through waterfalls, mountain views, and a glacial lake on this practical four-hour shore excursion.
“Great excursion to the Briksdal Glacier. Amazing views all around. Quite an easy walk on sealed roads. Tour guide was fantastic, as is usually the case with Viator.”
Kayak Nigardsbrevatnet, walk across Nigardsbreen, and learn glacier lore on this six-hour small-group adventure in Norway.
“Ein unfassbar tolles Erlebnis – mit dem Kanu über den See und hinauf auf den Berg, wirklich einzigartig! Leider hat unser Guide das Ganze sehr getrübt. Ich erinnere mich nicht genau an seinen Namen, vielleicht „Manne“ oder ähnlich. Jedenfalls hat man bei ihm das Gefühl, man müsse Profisportler sein und alles so perfekt können wie er. Wer etwas langsamer paddelt, bleibt zurück – vom viel beschworenen „Teamspirit“ keine Spur. Während die Gruppe schon weit voraus war, wurden wir allein gelassen. Als wir wegen der Strömung steckenblieben, bekamen wir keine Hilfe, sondern nur Anschreien, wir sollten besser zuhören. In so einer Situation bringt das gar nichts, außer Frust. Respektlos, unfreundlich...”
Review of Bergen’s 13-hour Sognefjord and Bøyabreen Glacier cruise, with Fjærland, the Glacier Museum, practical tips, costs, and honest drawbacks.
“Great trip and experience. Only very little time at the museum and for lunch and even less time at the glacier. But everything beautiful”
Review of Olden’s Briksdal Glacier tour, with hiking advice, transport details, cruise timing, costs, and tips for the best glacier visit.
“Great views of the glacier. The walkway is gravel and does have a pretty good incline there. Wear layers as you will shed some during the day. If you want to take the troll car - order days ahead because there were none available when we got there. The complete hike (to/fro) took us 2 hours with brief stops. The guide gave us some history but I would have enjoyed more. It was just a lovely day.”
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