Glacier Hiking and kayaking Tour on Stygge
Overview
We begin by kayaking toward Austdalsbreen (glacier) front. Calving ice from this glacier leaves us with floating icebergs as we kayak across Styggevatnet (lake). After the kayaking, enjoy lunch with this idyllic view before walking on the glacier. We offer small trips so that everyone gets plenty of time to enjoy all of the features of this stunning glacier.
What's Included
- Glacier information
- Kayak equipment
- Glacier equipment
- Lunch Extra snacks are a good idea.
- Warm hat and gloves
- Warm clothing including rain jacket
- Good shoes (running shoes are possible but not so comfortable on the glacier)
- Sunglasses
- Water/ water bottle
- Bring if possible: woolen under layers, waterproof trousers, and a sun hat.
Meeting Location
Jostedalsvegen 2889
6871 Jostedal, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Styggevatnet (1,200m above sea level) is covered by snow from winter until early to mid-July. It is then the adventure begins as we kayak over the lake and hike atop the Austdalsbreen. We start trips on Styggevatnet, Jostedal, in early July (hopefully 11 July), and run them until the end of September.
Once the lake has defrosted, we begin the kayaking tours. It is about one and a half hours paddling over to Austdalsbreen (glacier) with its 30m-high front that calves towers of ice into the lake. On the way, we look for icebergs that have calved off the glacier from the days before. After kayaking, we stop for some lunch, enjoying the view across the front of the glacier.
We then start the glacier hike on the blue ice at the glacier front, walking around huge crevasses toward the centre of the glacier for a commanding view over the lake and the Jostedalsbreen National Park. We spend about one and a half to two hours on the glacier, exploring and explaining various features of this natural marvel. After the glacier tour, we walk back to the kayaks for our return to civilisation.
For young families, we would recommend our purpose-designed Glacier Half Day tour.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- If you are worried about a health condition, please call us so that we can find a tour that works for you. +47 970 14 370
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- We offer accessible trips! Give us a call and we can let you know what is possible. +47 970 14 370
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-5557152P2
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Frequently Asked Questions (12)
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The maximum weight capacity for kayaking is 340 lbs / 154 kg.
Nov 2021No experience is necessary! Beginners are welcome on all of our kayak tours. Most of our guests have never been in a sea kayak before. Anyone in average physical condition may join a kayak tour. If you can hike or bike, you can paddle our sea kayaks. You do not need any swimming skills either.
The only prerequisite is a healthy spirit of curiosity and adventure.
Regardless of age or skill level you will find that our expeditions offer enough flexibility to make your experience with us safe and rewarding. We will show you proper sea kayaking technique and water safety before leaving the beach. And your expert guides will be with you throughout the adventure to give you pointers and improve your skills.
Sep 2022Your safety is City Balloon Tours’s number one concern. In general, sea kayaking is safer than most other outdoor pursuits, even bicycling.
Jan 2023If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (CET).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Glacier information.
- Kayak equipment.
- Glacier equipment.
- Lunch. Extra snacks are a good idea.
- Warm hat and gloves.
- Warm clothing including rain jacket.
- Good shoes (running shoes are possible but not so comfortable on the glacier).
- Sunglasses.
- Water/ water bottle.
- Bring if possible: woolen under layers, waterproof trousers, and a sun hat.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 15. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Glacier Hiking and kayaking Tour on Stygge is as follows:
- If you are worried about a health condition, please call us so that we can find a tour that works for you. +47 970 14 370
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Glacier Hiking and kayaking Tour on Stygge will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Glacier information
- Kayak equipment
- Glacier equipment
- LunchExtra snacks are a good idea.
- Warm hat and gloves
- Warm clothing including rain jacket
- Good shoes (running shoes are possible but not so comfortable on the glacier)
- Sunglasses
- Water/ water bottle
- Bring if possible: woolen under layers, waterproof trousers, and a sun hat.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- If you are worried about a health condition, please call us so that we can find a tour that works for you. +47 970 14 370
- Travelers should have a high level of physical fitness
- We offer accessible trips! Give us a call and we can let you know what is possible. +47 970 14 370
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 9 travelers
