GeirANGerfjorD CruiSe POrT GeirANGer/HeLLeSylt Cruise season: April - September Average temperature: (C) May 15, June 19, July 20, August 20, September 15 Useful links: www.geiranger.no, www.visitalesund-geiranger.com, www.verdsarvfjord.no Shorexcursion/booking: www.geirangerfjord.no Port information: www.stranda-hamnevesen.no | www.visitnorway.com | Page 42 | Page | www.visitnorway.com Geirangerfjord Photo: Terje Rakke Port of Hellesylt Photo: Arne Inge Tryggestad Outdoor activites Sea Kayaking Sightseeingboat/MS Geirangerfjord Hiking: Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours Duration: 1.5 hours Storsæter Waterfall – Westerås Farm On this excursion you will glide beside steep mountain Enjoy a coffee and freshly baked waffle while Duration: 4-5 hours walls where sunshine reflects an incomparable beauty. cruising slowly along the fjord and listening to the Distance: 15 min by bus – walking: 3km slope uphill Using stable tandem sea kayaks, we paddle the jade stories of life once upon a time on the fjordfarms. We begin the trip by following the old farm path green waters of Geiranger fjord to the viewpoint of the Get close to wildlife in their natural habitat, leading up to the waterfall . Here you can experience famous Seven Sisters Waterfall. including the chance of seeing Porpoise play the power of nature by walking behind the waterfall. On this excursion previous sea kayaking experience is alongside your boat. The home made waffles at the Westerås farm house not required; it is suitable for all abilities. A classic Geirangerfjord experience. are our next highlight, before we enjoy the spectacular view of Geiranger 250 m below. RIB Boat/ Fjord Rafting Duration: 1-1.5 hours NEW: Nordic Walking FjordSafari! Experience the magnificent Duration: 2 – 3 hours Geirangerfjord in a safe and comfortable open Join us on an invigorating walk using ski poles. RIB boat (rigid inflatable boat). Highlights include We have a variety of trails to suit all abilities stops at the Seven Sister Waterfall and famous from walking on the flat to gentle inclines, Fjordfarms along the fjord. We take you right up to to more challenging trails. the plunging waterfalls. Remember your camera! Geirangerfjord Skageflå Photo: GFS A fun and healthy way to experience the fjord. WORLD NATURAL HERITAGE SITE PORT information Public telephones: Yes PORT SERVICES Mailboxes: Yes Bunkers delivery: Available from 2012 Distances Supplies: Yes GEIRANGERFJORD Airport: Ålesund, Vigra – 130 km CREW facilities Waste Handling: Not available City Centre: Hellesylt Village: 100 m Shopping, wi-fi internett, a variety of trails Tugboats: Available with hours’ notice Geiranger Village: 50 m from walking on the flat to challenging trails. Anchorage: Yes To hire: kayak, RIB-boat, bike rental Pontoons: Hellesylt – 2, Geiranger - 3 - DRAMATIC NORWEGIAN NATURE GENERAL information Other services: Mooring boat at service. Tourist information: 100 m/ 50 m PORT Facilities Depth anchoring: 40 – 70 m Geirangerfjord – rated as the best cared for Unesco World Heritage Site by National Geographic Traveler. Bus and minibus: 100 m Open: 24 hours Quote: “The float into the Geirangerfjord is an astonishingly complete natural experience – steep, lush and rocky walls, Taxi and limousine: 100 m iSPS approved: Yes NAME & Contacts rental cars: Not available in Hellesylt Designated quays for cruise ships: Yes Geirangerfjord Cruise Port – Geiranger/ Hellesylt endless waterfalls, a snow-capped background and inconceivably deep, emerald green water. Geiranger: Yes Pilot: According to Norwegian pilot regulations Visiting address: Geiranger There is a wealth of farms, now largely abandoned along the Geirangerfjord’s banks, one of which is only accessed by climbing Public transportation: 100 m Tidal movement: 1.5 – 2.0 m Mailing address: Box 264, N-6201 Stranda Guide Service: All major languages Ship tenders allowed: Phone: + 47 46 41 11 13 a flimsy rope ladder which spans hundreds of meters from the water, along the cliff face, to the farm plateau.” Shopping: Close to the pier Yes – local tenderboat available (195 passengers) Fax: + 47 70 26 080 01 The scenery is the main attraction of the area, and can best be seen on an excursion: emergency: Phone 113. Ålesund Hospital, Ålesund Tender distance: 400 – 1000 m international Access code: +47 Tax refund: Yes at the pier Ships stay minimum/maximum: No limitation Pilot: 13 environmental limitations/restrictions: emergency: 16 Passenger facilities IN PORT AREA Stop all engines possible/ stop tender engines Medical emergency: 113 ATTractiONS/exCurSiONS Shuttle service: Not necessary when alongside ship og pontoons Charts: Norwegian Seachart nr. 127 Parking place for buses and distance: Are the port facilities according to email: [email protected] Mount Dalsnibba ( 1500 m.a.s.l.) Overland Excursion/daytrip selected outdoor arenas. The above attractions can Yes, close to the pier Cruise Norway’s quality guidelines: Yes internet: www.stranda-hamnevesen.no be combined to tailor tours to suit your client’s needs. Duration: 2- 3 h/42 km Duration: 6-8 h/130 km restroom for passenger: Yes Maximum number of ships per day in port: 2 - 5 An easily accessed high mountain experience, Including Mount Dalsnibba, Old Stryn Mountain Tourist/city maps: Yes Maximum number of passengers NEW: Guided local walk one of the highest peaks you can experience Road (built in 1894) and Hellesylt, this full day Local currency: NOK per day in port: 5000 incl. Norwegian Fjord Centre by car in Norway. An incredible viewpoint to the overland tour embraces some of the most superb Currency exchange: Yes Duration: 2-3 h surrounding mountains and the fjord in the and varied scenery in Norway. Encompassing ATM: Yes, city centre Join our guide on a stroll through the village, distance. During the 45 min drive you will magnificent fjords, snow capped mountains, internet access: Yes experience rich flora and fauna, ice blue lakes, ice blue lakes, plunging waterfalls and past the boat houses built by fjordfarmers in the geology, glaciers and the incredible peak itself. unspoiled valleys. charming small shopping street, and up to the local A must see on your visit to Geiranger. church where you can enjoy a great view back over Norwegian Fjord Centre/ World Heritage Centre the harbour and the ship. On the way we will make Flydal Gorge Our centre brings the story of the fjords and a stop at the local chocolate factory to taste some of qUAy: Length: DRAFT: Duration: 45 min/6 km its people to life through a unique multimedia the unique flavours. We continue along the waterfall Hellesylt Kai 100m 12m One of Norway’s most photographed viewpoints! exhibition, art installations and panoramic film. to visit the Norwegian Fjord Centre, before returning Geiranger Anchor/ Quay Geirangerfjorden STRANDA From the top of an 80 m deep gorge is the famous Open year round! Working in conjunction with to town via the spectacular new waterfall walkway. tender port Storfjord view back to Geirangerfjord and the cruiseship. UNESCO, we dedicate ourselves to developing expertise in protection, conservation and education Herdal Summer Farm Eagle Road/Bend about the West Norwegian Fjords. Duration: 4-5h/60km Anchorage area Duration: 45 min/11 km Drive along the stunning Eagle Road, past deep 45 – 60 m Drive up 11 hairpin bends and enjoy the spectacular NEW: The Dance of the Trolls waterfalls and into the valley of Herdalen to an panorama stretching from Geiranger township back – A spectacular outdoor performance. authentic summer goat farm. Herdal Summer Farm over the fjord and to the 7 sister’s waterfall. Meet the three charming Trolls – Stein, Sol and is a family-run mountain farm overlooked by Tender Sjarm. This 18-minute long performance is a majestic peaks. Here the farm hands will give you a quay taste of old fashioned farm life, and a chance to HELLESYLT GEIRANGER fascinating new attraction that combines adventure 1 500 m GEIR A N GER Anchor/ with scenic views, music and dramatic dance on sample the farm’s own goat cheese products. Quay tender port SCALE c e n t r e.