Top 20 Experiences in ulvik
Eidfjord Half Day Trip - The Untamed Beauty of Voringsfossen tour
In this shore excursion, you will get the time to immerse yourself and appreciate the untamed beauty of Eidfjord, Vøringfossen, Måbødalen, and Hardangervidda. We will start the tour by taking one of Norway's famous 18 scenic routes that lead us through the Måbødalen up to Vøringfossen waterfall. Here you can enjoy the breathtaking view from the easily accessible viewpoint however it is also possible to join the knowledgeable guide for a short but medium difficult hike in the nearby surroundings. The nearby Fossli hotel (which was popular with composer Edvard Grieg) offers you the opportunity to take it easy and try out a home-baked cake. Throughout the ride over the Hardangervidda which is the biggest mountain plateau of its kind in Europe, the knowledgeable guide will share many interesting facts and information about the surroundings. During this tour, we dedicate 1.5 hours to a scenic drive which allows you to see multiple landscapes and experience the vastness Hardangervidda
Hardangerfjord and Osafjord RIB safari from Ulvik
A adrenaline-filled RIB tour to the Hardanger bridge situated in the main Hardangerfjord and the fjord branches Osafjord and Ulvikafjord. Close up to old roadless settlements, waterfalls and steep mountainsides.
Private Guided Kayak Ulvik
Recreational and educational private kayak trip on the fjord of Ulvik with an experienced instructor and guide. Not only will you enjoy the fun and sportive kayaking experience, but you will also get to learn some basic skills for surviving in nature, and learn about the fascinating local culture and history. After the initial instruction, we paddle out on to the stunning Hardanger Fjord. You will learn how people lived and survived in the old days and how they used nature. Our guide will talk about local traditions, and, tell some amazing stories about historical events that took place in this little paradise. After some historical and cultural stories and anecdotes, we will paddle to an island on the fjord, where you will learn to make fire, identify edible plants and, if weather conditions permit, help set up a makeshift shelter.
Private Edible Plants and Insects
Many things you see around you in nature can be used for nutrition, and you might be surprised how good these can taste. In this workshop you will learn to recognize edible plants that grow in the wild. An experienced instructor takes you into the nature. You will get to use didactic material finding a number of plants in nature. You learn to use the roots, flowers, stems, seeds, nuts, grains and insects both for food and medicine. Of course you also get to taste everything we find. After this workshop, nature will become your favorite supermarket.
Private Guided Nature Walk Ulvik
Guided nature walk in Ulvik, combined with learning fun, educational and practical skills. We walk towards a stunning viewpoint on the Osa fjord and along the way the guide talks about various points of interest along the route.
Private Panorama Tunnel in the Mountains Excursion
This is truly a trip to look forward to! The tour is guided and consists of a hike in unspoiled mountains and off - track. We descend in a 100-meter vertical (50˚) shaft and walk through a tunnel to an opening in the mountain wall 800 meters above the ground! After this exciting experience we head for Austdalshytte (our mountain cabin). Along the way to the cabin, if so wished, we can do some easy climbing.
Private Trolltunga Guided Hike
A Norwegian “must do”! The trip starts by driving you along the beautiful Hardanger Fjord. Along the way you will cross Europe’s largest suspension bridge and see many fruit farms. From Tyssedal we start the hike to one of the world’s most famous attractions “Trolltunga”. Lace your boots tightly and bring your camera! Our experienced guide will take you to the Trolltunga cliff at 1100 meters altitude. The view will take your breath away while you are standing on a small piece of rock 700 meters above Ringedalsvatnet lake. The trail is 25 kilometers long and goes through steep forest terrain, moon-like flatlands, marshes, snowfields and a rocky mountain trail. This is Norway at its best! During the hike, the guide will show and demonstrate many survival/bushcraft skills, and will prepare for you a tea at the Troll Tunga cliffside. This will be an adventurous and educational experience.
Private Tunnel in Løyndalen Excursion
We welcome you in the historic 100 years old “Café” where you have a pancake + coffee. We tell you the story of an amazing project - a planned hydro power plant in the mountains which was never finished- that started up 100 years ago. We take you on a guided walk in a large underground complex and go deep into the mountain, enter shafts and tunnels on different layers. During this exciting excursion, you get to hear the fascinating story of this abandoned and mysterious industrial adventure.