Stygge: Kayaking and Glacier Hike
ID: GYG979032-1520046
Category:
Country: Denmark
Duration:
07:30 hours
Description
Paddle across Styggevatnet, a lake that is covered in snow until mid-July. Enjoy a delicious lunch with a view of the glacier. Hike on the blue ice of the glacier and explore its crevasses.
Discover the Calving Austdalsbreen Glacier on a kayak and hiking tour. We start our trips here in early July and run them until the end of September once the lake has defrosted.
Paddle across Styggevatnet Lake. On the way, look for icebergs that have calved off the glacier from the days before. After kayaking, stop for some lunch, enjoying the view across the front of the glacier. Start the glacier hike on the blue ice at the glacier front, walking around huge crevasses toward the center of the glacier for a commanding view over the lake and the Jostedalsbreen National Park.
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, walk back to the kayaks for the return to civilization.
Highlights
- Paddle across Styggevatnet, a lake that is covered in snow until mid-July
- Marvel at the 30-meter-high front of the Austdalsbreen Glacier
- Enjoy lunch with a view of the glacier
- Hike on the blue ice of the glacier and explore its crevasses
- Take in the stunning views of the Jostedalsbreen National Park
Guiding languages
IMPORTANT INFORMATION
The activity starts in early July and runs until the end of September.
Kayaking and glacier hiking experience is not required but participants should be in good physical condition.
Weather-appropriate clothing is recommended as conditions can change quickly. A warm hat is highly recommended.
Running shoes are possible to wear but not so comfortable on the glacier.
The Breheimsenteret Visitors Center is our meeting point. There will be an Icetroll guide waiting for you. You will follow behind the guide in your own vehicle.
INCLUDED
- All boating and glacier equipment
- Instructor
- Glacier information
When should I book?
To guarantee availability book as soon as possible. Early booking is worth consideration especially if you planning the trip during high season like public holidays or weekends.
Cancellations
This excursion you can cancel with no cost up to 24 hours before the start of the trip. If you cancel it after 24 hours or not show up on the excursion you will still be charged the full price of the activity. Being late on pick-up or departure will be considered as not showing up.
