Preikestolen and Kjerag

Time of the year:

From 15 mai to 30 oktober

Risk level:

Medium

About the tour

En route, we will walk within the edge of the clifs, hike long side and on both sides of the most spectacular fjords of Norway, Climb the highest mountains and se the deepest fjords, and explore some local gems along the way. We will taste thevery best if local food on our way.

We travel in small groups to focus on the adventure avd creating the memories for life.

We start I Stavanger. Drive to one of the beautiful Mountain hotels close to Kjerag Platoe, there we enjoy a three course dinner with the best the local chef have to offer. All the dinners comes with wine. If you prefer a none alcohol choice, just let us know.

Day 0

Pick up & gettogether. -You all will arrive in Stavanger, by boat,train ore air. And we meet no later than 1600. If you let us know where andwhen you arrive, we can pick you up, from the airport, hotel, train station orother. If you arrive by car, we can assist your in parking, we have freeparking space for our guests. When we have all souls onboard, we will head forthe mountains.

Day 1

This the Kjerag day, we start early with a good local breakfast, here we also make our food for the hike. After a short drive, we will start our Hike at Øygarstøl. We will walk on the edge of Lysefjorden, experience to walk on the edge of a 1000 meter drop. We will return to the same hotel, and enjoy a fantastic three course dinner at the restaurant.

Day 2

The Preikestolen Day, We leave early, witha good local breakfast, here we also make our food for the hike. On this hike we will start at the other side of the Lysefjord. And parts of the trail will be done in some hidden trails, of-pist and away from the crowded part.  After seeing themagnificent Lysefjord and Preikestolen, we head back to Stavanger.

Tour dates

Her skriver du inn fritekst om turene.

This is a whole year, all day event

To book this, you need to send an email to post@rygrtours.no

Highlights

  • Hike the Preikestolen and se the breathtaking Lysefjord form vest to east
  • Hike the famous Kjerag on the other side of the Lysefjord
  • Spend two days traveling within the magnificent Norwegian landscape, From Se to Summit. From Mountain valleys to Lysefjord, one of Norway's most beautiful fjords.
  • When we can our fantastic guides will take you of the official trail and take the hidden routes.

Norway has become famous for its iconic, dramatic, and exciting viewpoints: Preikestolen, and Kjerag. These hikes, two of the most beautiful viewpoints in Norway, exploring Norway's more hidden gems, make this tour one of the most dynamic and diverse tours of Norway available. Dramatic fjord views, high mountain tops, three-course dinners, traditional accommodations, Norwegian culture, and unique geological rock formations provide travelers with an exciting and well-rounded tour of South-Western Norway.

Safety

Safety is our primary focus. And the biggest uncertainties are always the weather. On the entire trip we will have a strong focus on the weather, so the routes may change. The wind is the most dangerous factor. Therefor we have some low terrain alternative hikes if the wind is to strong. One is our Waterfall hike at Månafossen

Al our Guides have years of mountain tracing experience, and know the local conditions. They are well trained first aiders. We always carry first aid equipment, and have satellite communications available. We also have good 24hrs communication with the Norwegian recue service.

Fitness level

The roughes hike will normally bee done on day one. The hike to Trolltunga; it can take up to 11 hours altogether. The other days will be about 4-6 hours of hiking. You should expect a rocky and slippery path if it rains. You should have hiking experience in similar conditions. Used to go uphill, Good fitness and some hiking experience with a good attitude will also prepare you for this trip.

Risk level

We don`t take risks. However, mountain hiking involves a natural risk. And our fantastic guides will do all possible to reduce this risk. We encourage all our participants to include hiking on their travel insurance.

Packing

Pack and bring what you need, not all you want. Due to limited space in our minibus we ask your to bring one piece og luggage, in addition to your hiking pack. We advise a hip belt stap pack ore a small hiking back pac.

Personal equipment and clothing

We love checklists, so we have made a packing checklist for summer and one for winter. Please go through that list. If you need, please se our video: “how to dress for the mountains” we use woolen fabricks all year. Wool & silk is hikers best friend.

Food

On all the hiking destinations you will be served high quality local food based on that actual season. If you have any allergies ogre food restrictions such as Vegans, hallal or other, please state this as soon as possible in the SmartWaver form.

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Trolltunga

Height:

1250 mas
Distance:
En rout 27 km
Duration:
8-12 hrs
Hiking level:
Hard
Elevation:
800 meters hight
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Kjerag

Height:

1100 mas
Distance:
En route 9 km
Duration:
5-6 hrs
Hiking level:
Moderate
Elevation:
600 meters hight
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Preikestolen

Height:

604 mas
Distance:
En rout 8 km
Duration:
4-5 hrs
Hiking level:
Ligth to moderate
Elevation:
340 meters high
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Accommodation

You will rest and sleep at some of iconic fjord hotels, and Mountain lodges.

Normally we put you all in to by two rooms. Single room reservations 3000NOK

Tasting the local food

To travel is also to endure the local food

You will experience some of the best of local food that Norway have to offer. From fjords to the mountains.

“Food is the central activity of mankind and one of the single most significant trademarks of a culture.”

Mark Kurlansky

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