Hike, Kayak and Wild Camp the Norwegian Fjords in a Weekend

My partner and I did the 3 day kayaking, camping and hiking; an epic and memorable trip ❤️ We had an amazing group and Reid our guide was simply brilliant, knowledgeable, engaging, enthusiastic and a pretty good chef as well 👍🏼

The trip was well organised from pick up to end, the scenery was awe inspiring, the kayaking was amazing, well looked after and felt safe throughout, the camping was good (a thicker bed roll and it would have been perfect) the hike was a challenge but so absolutely worth it.

Would recommend this to anyone who wants to see the wilder side of the fjords 👍🏼

One of the best experiences ive ever undertaken well organised challenging and fun!

Beautiful scenery, fun activities and zero stress as everything was organised so smoothly, we wanted for nothing. Our guide Lydia was great, keeping an experienced eye on everyone, helping and advising where needed. Food was simple, but tasty and plentiful (much needed for the calories burnt kayaking and on the hike).

From the start to the end we were looked after amazingly. The camping, the Kayaking and the hike will live long in the memory.

Cannot recommend this enough. If you like being outdoors and active and don’t mind camping do it. Norway is a spectacular place and what better way than kayake along the fjords, hike , camp, eat really well, drink wine and water from Odin himself! A couple of tips - as someone who has only used poles before once I really appreciated them on this hike - it is not moderate so be ready. A sleeping mask - it does not get dark! Your own dry bag for extras, there’s room. If you’re going when possible snow make sure you have bungees or clips on your rucksack to carry the snow shoes. A great group of people to help keep everyone going and in high spirits! Our guide, Mike was spot on!! Food he prepared was tasty and much welcomed after long days. There was always plenty of food and some. Made sure everyone knew what was happening and made sure no one was left behind. Always with little nuggets of info on the way around. A well oiled trip and would definitely book again. Thanks again Mike!

Our guide Lydia took us on an awesome adventure, the kayaking and hiking routes were beautiful and the campsites was one to remember. We were well looked after from the moment we arrived in Bergen and were dropped off there at the end. Highly recommend!

I recently returned from a three-day adventure in the Norwegian fjords, and I can't recommend this experience enough! Our journey began with kayaking to our wild camping surrounded by some of the most breathtaking scenery I’ve ever encountered. All the equipment provided to us was clean, dry, and of excellent quality. Waking up to the serene beauty of the fjords was simply magical. Each day was a new adventure as we kayaked and glided past majestic cliffs and cascading waterfalls, and wildlife, including seals popped up to say "hi". Hiking through the snowy landscape was another highlight of the trip. The trails offered stunning views of the countryside, and I had to keep pinching myself that i was in Norway’s breathtaking wilderness. As we hiked, the temperatures changed, and I would suggest plenty of layers as the temperatures do vary. We swam in the fjord and drank water from mountain streams. The meals provided were not only varied but also delicious and plentiful. I have a nut allergy, and there was a real sense of caring to ensure that all meals were nut-free, which reassured me. After a long day of kayaking and hiking, we enjoyed tasty meals by the campfire as we shared stories, photos, strava stats and laughter with our group, who i now consider friends. Our guide played a crucial role in making this holiday unforgettable. With a wealth of knowledge and experience, he ensured our safety while also sharing fascinating insights about the region’s history, flora, and fauna. Overall, my three-day trip in the Norwegian fjords was a perfect blend of adventure, relaxation, and laughter. I highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exhilarating yet enriching experience in the heart of nature. I can’t wait to return!

From the very first moment, we felt completely taken care of. This three-day journey—two days of kayaking through the majestic fjords and a breathtaking hike to a summit on day two—was nothing short of magical. The panoramic view from the top, with the fjord sprawling below us, left us absolutely speechless.

Emily, our guide, was phenomenal—knowledgeable, warm, and clearly passionate about what she does. She timed every break perfectly, leading us to quiet, hidden spots for snacks and drinks that were both plentiful and thoughtfully prepared. And the food? Incredible! She cooked hearty, delicious dinners over a campfire, with generous portions that catered beautifully to vegetarians like us.

The gear—kayaks, tents, sleeping bags—was all in excellent condition, making the experience smooth and comfortable from start to finish.

If you’re even slightly considering this trip—do it. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime kind of experience.

I had the most incredible time kayaking and hiking through the fjords or Norway! Camping was a lot more comfortable than expected and the food was delicious! My team was so much fun and our guide Jonny was really knowledgeable and patient! I strongly recommend this trip to anyone looking for an adventure with a lot of physical activity and incredible views.

It was such an incredible experience! The group I was paired with was amazing, Emma was so friendly, funny and professional! I definitely would recommend this

Truly one of the best adventures of my life. From sea kayaking in tranquil (and less so) waters and camping on the edge of a fjord to waking up to the most amazing sights and climbing a mountain and seeing this best views from the top, this trip gave me a lifetime of memories in just three days. Emily, our guide, was faultless, thoughtful and so so organised. She totally made the trip. As a solo traveller, I felt welcome from the moment I met the group. I genuinely loved everything, including the camp food, the different hiking terrain (from bog hopping to walking across snow), the waterfalls, the hot chocolate, the wine by the campfire and the moments when all your can hear is nature all around. My body felt so invigorated by the whole experience and my heart is still somewhere floating in the Fjord by Gudvangen. Thank you MBA.

Arrivals day was a bit of down time - could use the time better e. g. provide everyone with 22l dry bag for trip to allow us time to pack properly instead of rushing. This is the only critique. Our instructor Reid, was great, clear from the start, relaxed and competent. We paddled the Fjords, and saw a White tailed Eagle 🦅. Camping on the beach was beautiful and waking up to the view was amazing! The hike was very hard - you definitely need to be walking fit! The view from the top was spectacular! Final day, paddle home, all tired all quiet, we visited Odennsfossen, a large powerful waterfall, the woke us up!! Amazing!! We faced challenging weather conditions for a spell and then it cleared up. The group was a bunch of amazing people from all walks of life and all ages. Brilliant to meet like minded souls who made the adventure so good. The guys at Nordic Adventures were very helpful and friendly, everyone spoke English.

Did the 3 day kayak, hike and wild camping in the Norwegian fjords and it was an amazing experience. Our guide Brody was excellent and he was very knowledgeable.

I would highly recommend much better adventures for any adventure trip you’re thinking of doing.

This trip is epic. The Fjords are just breathtaking, you think it can’t get any better but then you go round a corner and it does. Our guide Reid was just fabulous- did so much for us, always checking in to make sure everyone was ok but also just having fun with the group- it was clear he thought he had the best job in the world. Yes we got a bit rained on but they have all the gear and this is Norway so to be expected. You do need a reasonable level of fitness to enjoy it I’d say but the pain is 100% worth it. Surpassed all my expectations- am currently browsing other MBA trips in the airport on my way home!! Book it, you will not be disappointed.

Humble gratitude to Emily, our truly superb guide, for the 3 day adventure. Professional, kind and a lovely person indeed. Much Better Adventures are very lucky to have such a fabulous guide and experienced instructor. Seamless and professional service from the whole team also. Credit to you all. Highly recommend. Breathtaking. Kindest to you all. Adam Teecey. May 2025

What a fabulous trip!! I am writing this from the airport on my way home and I am already missing the beautiful scenery and the great group of people I met! I am a solo traveller and always get a little nervous when booking a trip like this but I needn't of worried. The welcome I received was warm and everyone was incredibly friendly especially our guide/chef/best buddy David who always had great energy and worked so hard to make sure we all had everything we needed! The trip and activities were incredible. The scenery was breathtaking and we saw it all in the best way possible by kayak and hiking up to the top of the mountain! I highly recommend this experience. All I would say is bring a thick sleeping mat and don't forget a pillow 😊

Emily our guide was outstanding, the whole experience was incredible. I can not thank Emily enough for all her efforts.

From start to finish this adventure was more than I could ever imagine. The transfer the hostel to the beach side camp everything was considered and catered for to make the experience magical. Our guide Ried was one of the most wonderful people I have met he thought of everything and was kind and considerate of everyone's needs and abilities, knowledgeable and so much fun. Thank -you for the adventure of a lifetime . We are already planning our next trip with you guys.

This trip completely over delivered against all expectations. We were blessed with great weather throughout our 3 days. Our guide Johnn was fantastic. The prefect blend of being our expert guide whist also allowing us to have our own experience. There were 10 in our group and the Unity was great. Camping location was beautiful, like a small beach in the fjord with crazy beautiful scenery and great for a cold dip. For food Jonny grilled over a fire one night and made a curry in pots the next after a long hike. The hike is moderate with a challenging final couple of hours (we needed snow shoes for last hour) but your rewarded with wonderous views. I've done a few hut to hut hikes over 5 days through the alps and this is up there with those experiences and I cannot recommend enough. Couple of tips if you can take a compact but quality sleeping mat as those supplied were very basic and if you don't want to share with strangers in the hotel on the first night the request that.

We had a really wonderful experience and our guide Emily was superb. The food exceeded our expectations and the good weather added to an all round great adventure in Norway.

Well organised, well executed, fun and challenging. What a great few days in an amazing part of the world. Our guide ‘ Emily’ really looked after us. All very tired now….

Emma was a very enthusiastic guide. She cared for our group and looked out for us throughout. The kayaking was beautiful - it really does feel otherworldly at points. The hike was certainly challenging rather than modeate, but doable for anyone with a decent level of fitness. The campsite was great and the food was excellent. We were very lucky with our group, which added to how special the trip felt. Highly recommend.

Got picked up from vose from the guide named Callum, made our own way from Bergan! Some of the members Running late as people were told different times to meet in the lounge. Picked up equipment wetsuits etc put into our groups! Dave was the man! then to kayaks, packed kayaks then hit the fjords! Windy day, wasent to bad until Callum started having a melt down about people going to far ahead and to far to one side, understand but we’ve just been shown a map of where we are going, probs for health and safety reasons but their is a way to speak to people and especially when you can over hear them speaking about you behind your back! Kind of put a sour taste in my mouth so avoided interacting with him. . . finally made it to camp, put up the tents and Dave made food for the evening! Toilet was a long drop, ovs in the wild but hand sanitiser should be available for next time Day 2 Next morning kayaked then hiked, different levels of fitness here, so always walk ahead to wait a lot to allow others to catch up, kinda throws you off your pace. . same as in descending, waiting for other members, I had it in my head to swim in the fjord that evening with a bit of sun but by the time we got back 8-9 hours of walking sun was hidden by the mountains so made it that extra cold and thought it was pointless by then. Day 3 kayaked back to the beginning and Dekitted Over all, ok experience, Dave was a top lad, knew his stuff!

Excellent trip in beautiful scenery and friendly efficient guide

A brilliant few days in the Norwegian fjords. Our host, Emma, was brilliant and guided us through the kayaking and hike incredibly well. We were unbelievably fortunate with weather and the views of the mountains with nothing but blue sky is something I’ll never forget. Thank you!

Awesome trip to enjoy some hiking and kayaking in the fjords ! The hike délibérés amazing views. We were lucky to have a great weather and the best guide Emma who took really good care of our group and cooked very well at the campsite ! It was very well organized ! Would absolutely recommend it !

My husband & I booked onto the 3 day kayak & hike experience. We have never done a group booking before but the whole adventure from start to finish exceeded our expectations. Much better adventures were fantastic throughout the booking & communication with them up to our adventure was very good. Answering any questions or sorting any additional requests very efficiently. It gave us peace of mind knowing that you could contact them directly at any point. I definitely would use Much Better Adventures again! Our group was the most amazing & inspiring group of people. Callum our guide was absolutely fantastic from start to finish he ensured that we were well looked after, encouraging when things maybe got a little challenging, gave us great information on local knowledge & history, never a shortage of food or snacks! A great guy who made the whole adventure a very memorable & magical experience! 5* Plus!!

This is an incredible trip, with amazing views and in an unspoilt and very special location. Just know that you’ll get picked up in a cramped minibus and stay in a student hostel where you make your own dorm bed, and build your own tent. But no pain no gain, it’s great value for money and what is made to seem like a unique location. Which is what you want. Would highly recommend.

Epic scenery. Great and funny people. So much packed into 1 weekend. The hike on day 3 to the top with views over the fjords was amazing. Trip well organised and the food cooked on the camp fire by our guide Jonny was delicious. Highly recommend.

This is a short but worthwhile trip. Kayak-hike-kayak worked out to be a perfect combination to enjoy the fjords from the water, to give your arms a break on the hike and then give your legs a break when kayaking! Being fit for this trip is recommended. The campsites are wonderful, on the "beaches" of the fjords with stunning views. The food was great and catered well for dietary requirements.