Set off into the Norwegian wilderness into the 'Valley of the Waterfalls' on this 5-hour guided hiking excursion in Husedalen Valley from Kinsarvik!
Set off into the Norwegian wilderness into the 'Valley of the Waterfalls' on this 5-hour guided hiking excursion in Husedalen Valley from Kinsarvik! Welcoming adventurers ages 12 and up.
The picturesque Husedalen Valley is located in southwestern Norway and is famed for its stunning waterfalls, of which there are 4 in total. As part of the protected Hardangervidda National Park, Husedalen Valley is also situated in close proximity to Sørfjorden, a branch of Hardangerfjord. A guided winter excursion, hiking in Husedalen Valley from Kinsarvik, is the ultimate way to immerse yourself in Norway's magical winter wonderland!
Your adventure hiking in Husedalen Valley begins at the meeting point in Kinsarvik, where you and your group (a maximum of 20 hikers) will be greeted by your knowledgeable local guide. After you've received your equipment, which includes hiking poles and micro spikes or snowshoes, you'll be provided with a safety and itinerary briefing. Then, the fun starts! You'll set out on a gravel road towards the Kinso Powerplant and the first stop of your tour hiking in Husedalen Valley, the beautiful Tveitafossen Waterfall. After a break, the journey continues uphill to the Hardangervidda Mountain Plateau. Depending on the weather conditions, you and your group may put on snowshoes. First time snowshoeing? No worries, your guide will give an introduction to snowshoeing and snowshoeing techniques.
Upon your arrival at the Nyastølsfossen Waterfall, you'll be captivated by the cascading freezing water covered in a layer of blue ice, don't forget your camera! The tour, hiking in Husedalen Valley, continues to the amazing Nykkjesøyfossen Waterfall, where you'll stop for a well-deserved lunch. Re-energized, you'll return to the original departure point in Kinsarvik via a gravelled mountain road. At the end of the day, you'll be delighted with the unique and special experience of hiking in Husedalen Valley!
Make lifelong memories in Norway by booking this scenic guided tour hiking in Husedalen Valley from Kinsarvik today!
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Practical information
- Arrival at the meeting point in Kinsarvik (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your experienced guide
- Receive your equipment (hiking poles and micro spikes or snowshoes)
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- The adventure begins!
- Begins walking on a gravel road towards the Kinso Powerplant
- Arrival at the Tveitafossen Waterfall
- Break
- Put on snowshoes (depending on the weather conditions)
- Uphill hike
- Arrival at the Nyastølsfossen Waterfall
- Break
- Walk to the Nykkjesøyfossen Waterfall
- Lunch break
- Downhill hike back to the original departure point in Kinsarvik
Please be advised that all participants must be in good physical condition.
In addition, please inform your guide of any medical conditions that could impact the tour.
A minimum of 2 participants is required to run this excursion.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
The maximum weight for this tour is 120 kg (264 lbs).
Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the departure time.
This hiking excursion covers a distance of 5 to 6 km (3 to 3.7 miles) with an ascent of 240 metres (787 feet).
Please bring extra warm layers and a hearty packed lunch.
- Professional guide
- Hiking poles
- Micro spikes or snowshoes (if needed)
- Photo-taking
- Hotel transfers
- Food and beverages
- Warm layers of clothing
- Warm wind and waterproof jacket
- Wind and waterproof pants
- Hiking boots
- Wool socks
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Sunscreen
- Backpack
- Water
- Lunch
- Snacks
- Camera