Fyksesund RIB safari from Øystese
Discover the secluded and roadless Fyksesund branch — one of the quietest, most dramatic and untouched sides of the Hardangerfjord. An exclusive fjord experience and an easy day trip from Bergen.
About the experience
Discover the secluded and roadless Fyksesund branch — one of the quietest, most dramatic and untouched sides of the Hardangerfjord. An exclusive fjord experience and an easy day trip from Bergen.
Join a RIB safari into the only fjord branch of the Hardangerfjord without a road all the way in. While many visitors follow the crowds to Norway’s busiest fjord destinations, this tour takes you into a quieter and more secluded part of the fjord landscape — where nature, silence and authentic local life still feel close.
From Øystese, we first travel out into the main Hardangerfjord before turning into Fyksesund — a narrow and peaceful fjord arm framed by steep mountainsides. The inner part of the fjord feels largely untouched, offering a rare sense of calm and exclusivity far away from the busiest sightseeing routes.
Along the way, our local skipper makes several stops, allowing time for photos and short stories about the landscape, the fjord, and the people who once lived here. This is not a mass-tourism fjord experience, but a close encounter with one of Hardanger’s most authentic and dramatic fjord branches.
Fyksesund is especially impressive during snowmelt and after rainfall, when countless waterfalls pour down the mountainsides. We cruise close to several of them, letting you feel the fresh spray up close.
Near the end of the fjord branch, we stop outside the roadless hamlet of Botnen. This historic settlement adds a distinctive cultural dimension to the experience and offers insight into traditional fjord life in a place where the landscape has shaped everyday life for generations.
This is the very tour the author of Lonely Planet's article, An epic adventure in Norway's southern fjords - without the crowds, called "YOUR MOST EPIC ADVENTURE".
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Practical Information
This is a fast-paced yet safe fjord safari in an open RIB boat. Our experienced local guides prioritise safety and provide a thorough briefing before departure.
As this is an open boat, you will feel the elements. Dressing appropriately for the day’s weather will ensure a comfortable and memorable trip.
What’s Included:
- Windproof flotation suits (available in children's sizes 128-164 cm and adults' XS-XXL)
- Life jackets
- Protective goggles
- Gloves
- Beanies/hats
Recommended clothing:
- Weather-appropriate footwear (windproof and warm shoes or boots for colder days, waterproof for rainy conditions)
- Warm layers to wear underneath the suit according to temperature
- Buff/neck warmer and insulated mittens/gloves for colder days
- Waterproof gloves for rainy weather
- Sunglasses and sunscreen for sunny conditions
Important restrictions:
- Not recommended for individuals with back problems
- Not suitable for pregnant travelers (beyond 3 months)
Transport & parking:
- Public transport: Bus 925 from Bergen or Voss (approx. 80–90 min)
- Parking: Free parking is available at the meeting point
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- Duration
- 1 hours
- Difficulty
- easy
- Minimum age
- 5 years
- Max participants
- 12
- Location
- Øystese, Vestland
Departure times
Daily departures from May–September.
Private tours is offered on request all year!
Meeting point
I lobby på Hardangerfjord Hotel
Øystese, Vestland
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