Folgefonna glacier hike – light

Experience the majestic Folgefonna Glacier with a guided day tour. This off-season adventure offers a unique opportunity to explore one of Norway’s most impressive natural wonders outside the peak summer months.

Highlights

• Professional glacier guide from Folgefonni Breførerlag
• Complete safety equipment
• Panoramic views of the North Sea, Rosendal Alps, and Folgefonna National Park
• Educational commentary on local culture, geography, and climate

Tour versions

We offer three different starting points to accommodate your travel preferences:

1. From Bergen: Complete experience with round-trip bus transportation from Bergen Bus Station to Jondal and the glacier, followed by the guided glacier hike.
2. From Norheimsund: Join the tour from Norheimsund with transportation to Jondal and the glacier, ideal for those already staying in the Hardanger region.
3. From Jondal: Meet directly in Jondal for transportation to the glacier base, perfect for those who prefer to arrange their own transportation to Jondal.

Please note: This tour is available only from June 15th to June 22nd and August 11th to September 14th.

Tour itinerary

Depending on your chosen starting point, you’ll make your way to the Folgefonna Welcome Center located at the base of the glacier. Those starting from Bergen will travel by bus to Jondal, then continue on smaller, winding roads up to the glacier base.

At the Welcome Center, you’ll meet your experienced glacier guide who will provide you with necessary safety equipment and a brief orientation. The glacier hike will be tailored to the group’s abilities and preferences, ensuring a comfortable yet exciting experience for all participants.

During the hike, you’ll stop for lunch while enjoying spectacular panoramic views. As you explore the glacier, your guide will share interesting facts about the local environment, cultural history, and climate changes affecting the region.

In the afternoon light, you’ll make your way back to the Welcome Center before returning to your starting point by the same mode of transportation.

Want more of the good stuff?

For an enhanced experience, check out our Folgefonna glacier hike package which includes a fjord cruise on the Hardangerfjord and a visit to Steinsdalsfossen waterfall. The adventurous can also choose an extended blue ice glacier hike for an added experience.