- Kvamsøy, Kvam - Kvamsøy is home to a meteorological station operated by the Meteorological Institute, which transmits weather data to the global community four times daily from a synoptic station. Situated at Austerhaugen, the station is accompanied by a functioning small beacon atop the hill.
There are numerous ancient burial mounds on both Kvamsøy and Tjuvholmen, with archaeological finds from the Bronze Age and Iron Age, including parts of a bronze axe, among others.
- Herandsholmen - The residences on Herandsholmen are now recognized as cozy, historically significant gems, nestled beautifully in the core of the Hardangerfjord. Herandsholmen is available for hire for large groups and gatherings.
- Botnen - Nestled at the terminus of the Fyksesund fjord, Botnen is an ancient hamlet surrounded by breathtaking natural beauty.
- Life vest provided for safety
- Floating suit to stay buoyant
- Goggles supplied for clear underwater vision
- Gloves to protect your hands
The journey traverses the Hardangerfjord to the ancient commerce hub of Herandsholmen, continuing north across the fjord to Fyksesund, a spellbinding scenic arm of the Hardangerfjord.
Fyksesund is the sole arm of the Hardangerfjord that lacks a roadway to its innermost stretch. The concluding 5 km of the 10 km fjord winds between sharp mountainsides to the road-less aged settlement of Botnen at the fjord’s terminus.
Join us for a thrilling RIB tour - the fastest boat ride available! Along the way, your driver and guide will pause a few times to allow the extraordinary landscape to cast its spell and share fascinating information about the fjord and its former inhabitants. If luck is on our side, even porpoises might make an appearance in the waters.
Multiple stops near the shoreline are made during the journey to take in the local flora and fauna and life on the fjord. Having a camera on hand is recommended.
- Public bus route 925 from Bergen or Voss (80 min)
- Flotation suits we provide are in children sizes 8-14 yo and unisex sizes xs-xxl
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers (over 3 months)
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
