Hike, Kayak and Wild Camp the Norwegian Fjords in a Weekend

We had the most amazing few days in the fjords, it was everything I hoped it would be! Within our group we had a mix of couples and solo travellers and all got the opportunity to get to know each other. The activities are really well planned with two days of kayaking through the fjords with an incredibly beautiful hike in between. Our guide Benji was enthusiastic and knowledgeable, he worked really hard to ensure the trip ran smoothly and that everyone felt comfortable. His cooking efforts were also very appreciated with great meals provided. In early September we had a good mix of weather, the start of the trip was sunny and warm with a view of us swimming in the fjord, later on in the trip the scenery changed and we had some beautiful atmospheric low lying clouds that completely changed the landscape. Thanks so much for a brilliant trip.

I booked this trip because a friend was already going and I’d always wanted to visit the Fjords. Well, what a way to experience the breath-taking Norwegian scenery!! Utterly stunning from start to finish. So well organised and great fun, would highly recommend and will definitely book another adventure.

Highly recommend this trip. It was my first time going on a trip like this, it took me out of my comfort zone at times but a great experience. It was made better with the great group we had and guides. Already planning where to go next with MBA! (My biggest relief was the sleeping bags were cleaner than I thought they would be 🤣)

Stunning, soul-uplifting, wonderful adventure. Completely packed and physical days in gorgeous scenery means 3 nights feels like you’ve been in a different world for a week. Your muscles will feel it too ….! Our guides Callum and Benji were incredible at taking care of us, cooking amazing food, keeping us entertained and laughing even when the weather was really quite grim at times and extremely well organised. Take care of the kit list but remember you’ll have to decant into a dry bag and a large plastic bag the things you need for 3 days / 2 nights so pack wisely. If you’re going end of season use the two sleeping bags on offer, take your own blow up roll mat and pillow - it’ll be worth it, and prepare for a physically demanding but more than do-able trip with incredible moments to remember. DO IT ☺️❤️.

The whole trip was wonderful with supportive fellow travellers, photogenic scenery and activities that were challenging but achievable

Just spent 3 days in Norway, kayaking the most stunning fjords, hiking a mountain and wild camping …. all in a weekend!! The trip from start to finish was excellent. Our guides Callum and Benji were professional, knowledgeable, friendly and fab cooks! The food was excellent and plentiful. This trip was great …. do it!!

Wow wow wow..Katie our guide was the BEST!!! Knowledgeable and fun If anyone isn't sure about booking this trip do it!! Our group was amazing..diff backgrounds and ages but a true team (never met b4) Everything was well organised and safe..Katie's cooking was top notch..she is a true asset. Thank you for a great time and the chance to make new friends.

Great trip. Awesome guides, incredible scenery, good group=bunch of fun.

Really glad I decided to book this trip, it was a last minute decision but created a lasting memory among a 2-month Euro trip. Scenery is stunning and I throughly enjoyed the hike to the top of the fjord, the food/camping situation and the group was awesome. Must admit that kayaking was harder than I expected and it’s quite demanding. The tour guide Emma is a legend and made the group feel safe and fun throughout, and went above and beyond to make us all have a good time. As a vegan I had no issues with missing out and was always catered for. Thanks Emma, the crew and MBA! Go forth and enjoy Viking territory.

We've had an incredible time. The fjords are just gorgeous. Kayaking is just serene. The view at the top of the fjord is lovely. I must warn that this is a pretty intense weekend, even though it is marked as moderate. A few people in our group described the hike as "one of" or "the most" challenging hike they've done. More so if it's raining (as it often does). However, grouping around the fire under a starry sky after 12km of kayaking or a 22km hike is so rewarding. I cannot thank our guide, Benji, enough <3

Wow what an adventure ! From the very start to the very end it was so well planned and organised. Our guide, Benji, was so incredible and fun to be around. He made the whole experience even better.

The food was excellent, even for my friend and I that are vegan/vegetarian. We never went hungry and Benji even provided hot drinks and snacks on the hike.

If you are considering this trip, please book it. It was sensational and everything you expect and more. Norway is a truly beautiful country x

Thank you MBA for another brilliant experience. This was our 3rd MBA trip and it did not disappoint. Our guide Jonny was brilliant from start to finish and made our experience the best it could be.

This trip was great, very well organised and had a great guide!

Breathtaking scenery, fantastic guide, really enjoyable kayakking and hiking Challenging in a good way Very well planned and organised Would definitely book another MBA trip

My son and I went on this trip together as hiking is something we both enjoy doing when back at home. We’ve never been kayaking together so to do this along the hiking was an added bonus. The experience we shared together exceeded our expectations due to many reasons. The company, Much Better Adventures, who we booked our trip with were absolutely superb to deal with, the process of booking, information shared with us, value for money and the experience itself was incredible. Our guide, Katie, was fantastic and she added to our already superb experience. Katie was professional, informative and she basically just became one our ‘Norway family members’ and joined in all the fun with us all whilst always remaining professional and guiding us through the Fjords safely. A second to none experience from the very start until we boarded the plane to return home. I couldn’t recommend travelling with this company anymore than I have.

Really enjoyed this trip in a stunning location. Meet and greet at the airport very smooth and the drive to Voss a good icebreaker with the rest of the group. The hostel at Voss was very welcoming and comfortable (local cider pretty good after a chilly swim in the lake) and a good breakfast set up day 1. Kayaking from Undredal to our camp was great, amazing scenery, excellent lunch, fun in a waterfall and comfortable pace. The campsite and equipment spot on, the views along the fjord spectacular, dinner delicious by the campfire. Hiking Breiskrednosi was well worth the effort (tough stretch up to the plateau) in the sunshine, with a cooling dip on return. The sun stayed out for the final day kayaking back to Gudvangen, via a climb up to a waterfall enlivened by a couple of the group going into the falls. The group dynamic worked really well and was for me a highlight. Top of the list was our guide Benji - a natural leader, very supportive and professional and good fun. As a reasonably fit 63 year old this was a good challenge and a something completely different to experience.

This was a truly one of a kind experience. Katie was an excellent guide and incredibly thoughtful to the needs and different activity levels of the group. The hike was steep but well worth the view.

Had an awesome few days hiking and kayaking in the beautiful Norwegian fjords. It was the first time doing something like this on my own, and there was naturally some trepidation. So if you're in a similar position and wondering whether to book – wonder no more – book it, you won't regret it.

Perfect location, superb food (and wine) with a great bunch of like-minded people and Benji, our stellar guide who looked after us every paddle, every meal and every step of the way.

Honestly couldn't fault it – even the weather was idyllic – as you can see from the photos 🌞

Only question is – what trip to do next? 😎

A Wonderful Trip and a Must-Do Adventure This trip was an amazing experience, and I can't recommend it enough! Day 1: Arrival and Exploration The trip started smoothly with an easy meet-up at Bergen Airport. The airport is quite small, so it was easy to find the sign being held up. From there, we took a coach to Voss, which took about an hour. The ride offered beautiful views of Norway, making the journey enjoyable. The bus was comfortable, even equipped with a restroom. The hostel in Voss was very nice. I opted for a single room, which wasn’t much more expensive. However, I spoke to others who shared a room, and they said it was perfectly fine. We had a good briefing at the hostel and were then split into smaller groups with whom we'd spend the rest of the trip. I decided to explore on my own and took a ride on the Gondola, which was pretty cool. Afterward, I grabbed some food and got an early night to be ready for the next day. Others went out for drinks, and the whole atmosphere was warm and friendly. Some even tried the sauna and did the hot-cold plunge in the lake, which looked like fun. Day 2: Kayaking and Camping Breakfast at the hostel was plentiful and of good quality, providing a great chance to meet other people going on the excursions. We then took a short coach ride to Gudvangen, where the facilities were excellent, with complimentary hot drinks and snacks. Once in our groups, we met our guide, who helped everyone get to know each other. We were then outfitted with wetsuits, paddle jackets, and kayaking boots, and packed our gear into a heavy-duty dry bag. I brought my own sleeping bag in a compression sack, and there was plenty of room for it, along with my hiking poles. We also shared the food and supplies for the trip in our kayaks. Everything was well-organized, and there was nothing to worry about. The kayaking along the beautiful fjords was incredible. The conditions were perfect for us, with no headwind, making it an easy paddle. We stopped by the fjord waterside for lunch and explored a nearby waterfall, which was tremendous. All in all, we kayaked for about 5-6 hours, though it felt much shorter because it was so enjoyable. Our campsite for the night was already set up with tents in bags, which were easy to assemble. I brought my own inflatable compact airbed which I recommend as the foam ones provided dont offer much comfort. The site had a wooden bench and table with a tarp, as well as a fire pit with logs. Dinner was cooked for us, and we spent the evening around the fire, toasting marshmallows, sharing jokes, and chatting. There was also plenty of red wine for those who wanted it. I follow a plant-based diet, and they catered to my needs perfectly, with plenty of food and snacks.

Day 3: A Challenging Hike After a good night’s sleep, with the soothing sound of rain on the tent and an owl hooting, we had a nice breakfast and prepared for the hike. We paddled across the water and set off early to reach the summit. The hike was long and challenging, and if you're not used to hill hiking, it will test you, but you will make it. We started on a farmer’s track before moving onto rocky terrain. We took a 20-minute break at a plateau by a lake, but it got cold quickly when we stopped moving. The hike then continued with more craggy walking and a steep incline, taking about 5 hours to reach the top. It was tiring, but the spectacular views made it all worth it. The descent, especially in the rain, was tough and took another 5 hours. I was shattered and soaked by the end, but it was completely worth it. That evening, we dried out, warmed up, and enjoyed a lovely curry cooked by our guide. It was a hard day, but one of the most rewarding things I have ever done. Day 4: Final Kayak and Farewell We had a hearty breakfast of pancakes, jam, and fruit, probably because everyone needed to refuel after the previous day’s hike. Then, we enjoyed another glorious day of kayaking through breathtaking views. Again, it felt like we were only out for an hour or two, but we actually paddled for 4-5 hours. We arrived at a lovely waterside village, where we left our wetsuits and gear, and had some lunch. Afterward, we returned to the base from Day 1 for a warm shower and hot drinks. A word of advice: book hold luggage and pack some dry clothes to change into when you return. Despite my efforts, everything I brought got wet, and having dry clothes made a big difference. Sadly, it was then time to take the coach back to the airport and head home. Our guide, Jess, was fantastic, working tirelessly from dawn till dusk. Despite not feeling well (which we only found out later), she remained cheerful and ensured we all had a great time. The people on the trip were great too, from various backgrounds, and it was a pleasure to meet them. They made sure I was okay when I felt drained after the hike, and everyone was supportive and friendly. I am 100% doing this trip again—it was that good. If you’re considering it, just do it!

Everything was well organised and they made good use of the 3 days. Kayaking through the fjords was magical as we made our way between mountains and low hanging mist. I slightly misjudged "wild camping", but I soon got used to "going in the woods". The food was lovely and we all enjoyed watching the sun go down around the campfire.

The hike though was quite challenging. In parts it's a 40% incline and I was easily the slowest in the group. The way down was a bit of a mudslide when it started raining - the walking poles helped here. The view was worth it though :D

I don’t even know where to start, the whole trip from start to finish was brilliant. We had perfect weather, the views are spectacular, and the people, oh my god some of the best people I’ve ever met! Our guide Jess is a super human, our group was wonderful and we all just clicked. The hike is challenging but everyone is there to support you and you pull each other through the hardest parts. It really was an unforgettable trip, I can’t fault a thing and I want to do it all again. If you’re looking for a trip filled with adventure, stunning scenery, laughter, and a challenge then get this booked!

Had the best time on this trip. Could not fault it at all, Katie our guide was fantastic and so was everyone in our group. I will be looking to book my next adventure with Much better adventures soon. The next adventure has some big shoes to fill. I recommend going on this trip you will not regret it.

Best trip we've ever been on! Jess was frickin' awesome! Amazing guide, cook and human being! On way back now absolutely exhausted but full of so many great memories. Thank you - Neil, Joshua Reuben and Simon

Everything was well planned and our guide, Jess, is a stellar human and im so grateful for her guidance. The views are stellar, the people were fabulous, the experience was absolutely magical and well worth the money spent. Hands down best adventure I've been on!

I did the 3 day kayak/ hiking trip with my friend. It was extremely welly organised, especially the food! We had the cosiest nights by the campfire while our amazing guide Katie cooked delicious meals! We were lucky as the group dynamic was perfect. The most refreshing holiday before uni starts that’s for sure!

The most incredible trip exploring Norway, the landscape is breathtaking - both kayaking and hiking is a great way to see the Fjords! Benji our guide was amazing, so friendly and knowledgeable. I am recommending this trip to anyone that will listen! It was so well organised and exceeded all my expectations :)

I must say the trip exceeded my expectations the trip was extremely well planned from start to finish,the food was plentiful and all the trips where first class .....and we had a top guide in Benji that made the whole trip even more memorable 👍

September in the Norwegian Fjords was awesome. Three days of tranquility. The weather was beautiful, the landscape spectacular. Benji was our multi skilled, chilled, happy and entertaining guide! We had a great group with a mix of people, all liked minded, enjoying and exploring the wilderness together. The food was delicious, the fire mesmerising and the camp site even had its own cold water plunge pool (aka the Fjord!). Very refreshing after a day of kayaking and hiking. The only downside of the trip was having to leave! Thank you for an amazing time.

Such a great adventure. So well organised. Transport, guides and food were all fantastic. Thoroughly recommend.

The trip was slow to start due to flight times you end up travelling for a day before you get into the good stuff. However that said the pick up, coach trip and arrival at the hostel was smooth and very professional. The hostel itself was one of the best I’ve stayed in with a fabulous view over the lake at Voss.

Once we got to the activity centre we were warmly Greeted with food and a hot drink with our briefing. Where we were splinting our groups and allocated our guides. We had Callum who was superb not just as a guide but as a human being as well. He was knowledgeable, interested in his group and a complete professional when it came to allowing us to explore on the fjord and climb.

We were well catered for, excellently guided by Callum, took in beautiful scenery and felt as if the trip didn’t lack anything. All the camping gear was easy to use and fit for purpose. I’d book again with these guys in a heart beat.