The Ultimate Norwegian Fjords Adventure

Months later, I'm still reminiscing about my Nordic Adventure. Our guides, Peter and David, were exceptional, ensuring the entire experience was seamless and enjoyable. It's hard to believe this immersive journey was only a week long.

As a complete kayaking beginner, I was thrilled by how accessible and fun it was. I returned home not only with incredible memories but also feeling rejuvenated and physically invigorated. A truly ideal holiday!

Fantastic adventure in Norway! I really enjoyed the variety of the trip, hiking and kayaking through so many epic landscapes. The homestays, food and hot tubs were a real bonus. A great introduction to the country. Only downside was that we didn't summit Galdhøpiggen unfortunately.

This was the most incredible trip. Brilliant hiking/ kayaking, incredible scenery, lovely people. Our guides, David and Peter were just so good - they knew their stuff and they created a really fun and friendly vibe. They really made the trip.

Just got back from the most amazing trip. Everything was so well organised, with every detail thought through and executed seamlessly. Peter and David, our guides, were incredibly knowledgeable, full of energy, and kept the team spirit high. The group bonded so well, with lots of laughs along the way. The fjords were stunning and we fit so much in. A real highlight was staying with wonderful hosts, Dee and Hege. After a long day of adventure, relaxing in a hot tub with a heavenly view and enjoying an equally heavenly meal was unforgettable. Thank you MBA!

Not even sure where I should start! This was an incredible trip and up there as being one of the best I’ve been on.

Not only is Norway such an incredibly beautiful place, but the group and people we met along the way were incredible.

Staying with such warm and kind people like Dee and Hege in their incredible places really made the trip. Their food was anmazing and the settings were perfect.

Our guides David & Peter were flawless, there was such energy and positivity at all stages and they couldn’t have done more for us to make the trip any better. We had so much fun and laughter.

Kayaking through immensely still fjords where you can hear a pin drop was a highlight for me and finally coming into a breath taking Fresvik at the end of a long 18km kayak was a very welcome reward for all our hard effort.

Walking across glaciers and hiking up to view the fjords from above showed us how beautiful Norway is.

Having moments where we can soak in a hot tub overlooking the beautiful fjords offered us the rest we needed after some action packed days.

I would highly recommend this trip.

This trip exceeded expectations. The itinerary, with a mix of canoeing, hiking and the glacier tour was great. The scenery was spectacular and the guides, hosts (Dee and Hege) and the group made this really memorable.

We just got back from the 8 night Ultimate Norwegian Fjord Adventure and had the best time. The guides Benji and David were wonderful not only made sure we were well taken care of but also were a blast to hang out with. Highlights of the trip include kayaking along to fjords to areas only accessible by boat, gorgeous views on our hikes, our time as guests at Dee and Hegge's house's, and climbing up the glaciers. What a great way to spend a vacation making new friends and having new experiences!

This tour was the perfect combination of incredible scenery, great activities, amazing people and delicious food. The Fjords will blow your mind and you get to see them without crowds of tourists. The activities were a good balance of fun but still challenging. Our tour guides Benji and David were the loveliest people and we spent the entire time laughing as a group. The highlight was staying with Dee at his farm and house in town. They were the most generous hosts and make us food out of this world.

Fabulous week, fabulous itinerary, fabulous people 👍😁

I had a fantastic time. It was really well organised.

The kayaking and hiking were brilliant. It was great fun.

I think this trip also attracts a really nice group of people who are looking for a much better adventure.

The guides, David and Jonny couldn’t do enough for us.

Really impressed- best of the MBA trips I’ve done so far (and they were all good)

This was an amazing and perfect trip. The variety of activities was great. Kayaking on calm waters with breathtaking views, hiking up amazing mountains and walking on glaciers- wow! Staying with Dee at Stigen and Fresvik was the highlight of the seven days. We felt part of Norwegian life thanks to their hospitality. Our group gelled well thanks to our wonderful leader/guide Callum. Callum was outstanding- welcoming and supportive. He kept us safe, well fed, and laughing. He knew when to push us ahead and when we needed support. He made the trip a success for each one of us! I’ll recommend this trip to all my friends and family!

This was a brilliant trip. Very active and great for the soul. Our guide Jonny was excellent.

Our 7 day kayaking and hiking adventure had amazing scenery and people. The kayaking was beautiful. Instructions were clear. Equipment was nice. The hiking trip was well planned, and the challenge was as advertised (quite challenging, but that’s ok). The guide was knowledgeable.

The trip suffered from two challenges. First, the ratio of 10 guests to 1 guide didn’t work well. Many of the camp, and docking responsibilities fell to the guests, simply because it was so much work. While I was happy to pitch in, I was surprised at the amount required. This led to overly long breaks, which then put pressure on the group to paddle or hike more rapidly than comfortable. Compounding this, our group was split among faster and slower hikers/paddlers. Inevitably the guide was in the front with the faster group, forcing several of us to be constantly playing catch up. The challenge level was ok, but the pacing felt like a race rather than a vacation. A lot of hurry up and wait. These issues could have been resolved with a second guide.

Secondly, there was a slightly problematic host for the home/farm stays. Two of the nights were at the hosts’ properties. The food and views were amazing, but the owner was a larger than life personality that turned every conversation to himself. Worse yet, he was quite concerned about getting his property wet/dirty which resulted in a long changing session exposed to the cold and rain after a long day of kayaking. Even as the guests were shivering in their underwear/swimsuits there was a reluctance to push back on this host, and get us under shelter. We found this experience off putting , and combined with the pacing issues we left the tour two days early. Our guide went out of his way to make sure we had a transportation option to get back to a city, for which we were quite grateful.

Hiking and kayaking the Norwegian fjords had been on my bucketlist for quite some time, but I didn't expect it to be just as extraordinary as it was. The flora, fauna and scenery were abundant and spectacular, well worth some early starts and the effort of reaching them. Often it felt like we had all this beauty to ourselves. Shoutout to our guides Joe, David and Callum, who couldn't have done a better job of keeping us fully informed, motivated and safe throughout the week, even when the weather wasn't quite what we'd have liked it to be (don't skimp on solid waterproof gear, and thermals/layers). For someone who is reasonably active this felt like the level of challenge/activity I was after, probably at the upper end of "moderate", but I was glad of the rest day and long evenings to chill before the next challenge. Most of our group were travelling solo and we were lucky to find a great camaraderie with like-minded people, which no doubt enhanced the whole experience and has left me with many great memories. Absolutely worth every penny

Leave your expectations of a "moderate activity" trip at the door. If you can tolerate this high activity trip, you will be rewarded with fantastic views, wonderful food, appropriate levels of soreness, exceptional guides, and travel friends for life. You've been warned.

Thoroughly impressed by both the activities and MBA staff. Really got to experience the fjords and lands surrounding them from many angles - kayak, hike, hot tub, waterfall climb, camping. Our guides Joe, David and Callum were excellent, all real outdoor enthusiasts and giving both clear briefings and a sense of fun and energy to everything we did. I will absolutely go on further MBA trips! 2 things to consider if booking: 1) it can get pretty wet in Norway, which didn't spoil our time but be sure you're OK with that and 2) I think it's borderline between Moderate and Challenging. 2 big hikes (along with quite a few smaller ones) and some intense kayaking. If you're not pretty active this could be a struggle.

It’s hard to describe how much fun this week was. Impeccably organised and curated with such a brilliant balance of activities. We had a super group of people and our guides were exceptional. It was such a hard trip to leave! Don’t hesitate to book!

There is something special about throwing together a group of like minded individuals and going on an adventure and an adventure it certainly was!

Western Norway should be up there with the wonders of the world, the Fjords are something to be admired and the waterfalls are there to be awed at.

Norway really does live up to its name as being "The Land of Waterfalls".

The early hike of Breiskrednosi was stunning and the warm up to the "slog" was a great socialiser with my fellow campmates after a night of getting to know each other.

What I loved most was understanding everyones reason for taking on the challenge and why they love the great outdoors.

The peak was something I've never experienced and was certainly worth the long hike. The rich history of the land is maintained and preserved through it's locals.

One being Dee, who immigrated from America at 17 years old and never looked back. A huge thanks to him and his wife for hosting us across two days and engineering hot tubs at the top of his place in Steigen.

You haven't lived until you've been been in hot tub overlooking the Fjords on a mountain top.

A real highlight of the trip was the final day of the kayaking where we paddled into Fresvik. Before setting off, our guides warned the team that this journey has a history of being tough due to the length, days of activity and winds but the elements were on our side and managed to reach Fresvik in good time and turning the corner to the sun beaming across the mountains.

After abit of R and R, we were back on the mountains with the ambition of summiting Galdhøpiggen. Unfortunately the elements were not on our side and we decided to call it a day after walking across the glacier after being battered by the wind and rain.

This didn't dampened our spirits and was a good reminder not to underestimate mother nature. It can be brutal but under the supervision of our guides - Callum and Amy, we felt secure and at no point at risk.

"You can be cold and miserable or be cold" Amy would remind us in her unwavering positive demeanour.

With the frustration of not reaching the summit of Galdhøpiggen, we as a group realised how lucky we were to be kayaking in sunshine and a favourable wind plus the beaming day of good weather on day 3 - you can't always get what you want as The Rolling Stones would say but looking back it was the perfect and wouldn't trade it.

As we dried our boots and crossed our fingers for better weather, we shared a home cooked meal as a group - trading stories and banter about the trip so far and with moral high again we tackled another Glacier lead by off an season Napolese Everest Sherpa.

Their experience and guidance was admirable and comforting. What I really took away from the glacier trekking was how dangerous they can be without supervision and the shocking revelation that the rate they have been shrinking at globally will make them endangered in the next few years.

Even more reason to experience them !

Overall, I could go on but I really must say, this trip was sensational. Callum and Amy were incredible. Their attitudes and energy were what made to the trip for me personally. They ensure the group settled in, maintained a strong duty of care and truly smashed it out the park as guides.

If you're looking to switch off, challenge yourself and meet brilliant people... this is the trip for you !

This was an excellent trip. A fantastic variety of activities. Very intense and strenuous - not recommended for anyone of lower than good fitness levels though! I consider myself above average fitness but even I found it a challenge. I think grading it ‘moderate’ should be interpreted as moderate- difficult. But the two guides Benji and Jonny were incredibly supportive and encouraging throughout. Both so warm and friendly too. Benji even treated us to live music sessions in the evening, which was so fantastic.

I was delighted to have pushed myself on this trip physically. If you’re looking for a challenge and something fast paced - this is definitely for you!

The landscape in Norway is like no other - it has among the purest air and water on the planet. You notice that straight away. Weather is VERY changeable and as this trip includes such vastly different environments ( fjords vs glaciers) pack warm thermal layers for minus temperatures !!!!! This is vital!!

We were also lucky that our group gelled so well and lots of lifelong friendships have been forged. The accommodations and food was very top notch - the absolute highlight and what makes this itinerary really stand out I think is the stay with a local at two eco lodges/ farmhouses. Hearing captivating stories being told by this wonderful man and meeting his family and sampling his home grown organic food was an experience like no other. This was a big investment for me financially, an expensive trip, but for the quality of what you get - it’s well worth it.

Our guides were exceptional. Johnnie and Benji were very knowledgeable, patient and expert outdoorsmen. The entire 8 day trip was full of highlights and memories. The 15 people on the trip meshed instantly and never stopped laughing. While there were demanding days, it only made the nights together more rewarding. Food was very good, especially the gas station hot dogs. Benji serenaded us with some Gaelic Bob Marley one night. Wouldn’t change one thing, it made me not ever want to go on another vacation because it won’t compare. Off the beaten path and never dealt with crowds or other tourists.

Honestly, can’t recommend enough this tailored, beautiful adventure. We had to pinch ourselves a few times as the vistas, experiences and photos at times did not seem real. MBA partnered with an amazing local team and can’t give enough props to our fearless Head Guide Callum and to Guide Amy, who lead a near flawless 9 days of surreal experiences - we really felt like we were on an adventure with family. Great food, company and laughs were had from the group. Trust me, if you are thinking about it Book It!

What a wonderful trip! The kayaking ,the hiking, it was all a blast. Everyday was a new adventure, just so much fun. Never felt like there was any situation that I could not handle and that was because of our fabulous, extremely competent, incredible guides Emma and Callum!! They made it fun, interesting, and it was very reassuring knowing that the two of them were there. I will definitely be doing another trip with Much Better Adventures. It was a well organized, nicely put together trip and the guides were just amazing.

What a trip... one to recommend to friends and family! It was a last minute booking and just so glad we booked! Callum and Amy were excellent guides very supportive and attentive to the group. Our group equipment was suitable and appropriate to our needs. Even the camping experience was 'comfortable' with flushing toilets, hot showers and comfy sleeping mats and bags. Dee and Hege's hospitality was superb, food simple and home grown - delicious! The views from the hot tubs were spectacular. The group wasn't defeated by the weather on the hikes - thankfully the kit lists ensured we had brought the essentials.

Amy and Callum were excellent guides, cooks, drivers, and mechanics. The Fjords and mountains were absolutely stunning. The Accommodations were unique and every night the meals got better!

The trip was everything it was described as and more. The scenery was beautiful. The equipment for the trip was top notch. The food was really good even during camp days. There was more meat than I expected. We went to places where most others didn’t because of the relationships the company built with Dee and Haega. Unbelievable opportunity. Trip is top notch and highly recommended.

It was a great trip with a beautiful place every day. Highlights were wood fired hot tubs over the fjord and climbing galdopiggen. Low was last day of kayaking several hours into a headwind and rough water! Accomodations were all varied and in great locations. Had a great week with our guide johnny, who ensured everyone was taken care of.

Incredible trip, the scenery was amazing both kayaking and hiking. The accommodation was varied and full of amazing food. We were very blessed to have fabulous weather for the week. Great group of people. Our guide was brilliant, very personable and experienced.

Wonderful guide, fully physical adventure (which I wanted), and great stops and hosts along the way. Top notch trip.

Emma and Callum were exceptional guides and worked hard to keep us safe, well fed, and having fun in some of the most unbelievable natural beauty. We had a great group of people, and the trip flew by. Would definitely recommend.

This week in Norway did not disappoint! An incredible experience kayaking along the fjords, hiking up to the tops, climbing the highest peak in Northern Europe, exploring glaciers. The adventuring was breath taking and the time spent in between the adventures spectacular, staying in wonderful places. Our guides Emma and Callum made the week easy, fun and memorable. Would love to go back and do it all again!