Things to Do in Ulvik

Explore one of the most remote fjord branches of the Hardangerfjord on a guided RIB safari from Ulvik. This experience takes you into the Osafjord, a quiet and roadless landscape only accessible by boat, combining speed, scenery, and local storytelling. Departing from Ulvik, we cruise into the Hardangerfjord towards the iconic Hardanger Bridge before turning into the Osafjord. Along the eastern shoreline, you’ll pass former fjord settlements, the dramatic Døgro waterfall cascading directly into the fjord, and the abandoned mountain farm Sygnestveit. Your local captain-guide shares stories about life along the fjord, where boats were once the only connection to the outside world. The tour is adapted to the conditions, with scenic slowdowns and photo opportunities along the way. This RIB safari offers a balanced mix of excitement on open fjord stretches and a calmer, immersive pace deep inside the fjord.

This extended RIB safari from Ulvik offers a deep exploration of the Hardangerfjord and its most dramatic fjord branches. After departure from Ulvik, the tour goes to the Hardanger Bridge, Norway’s longest suspension bridge. From there, the route continues into the Simadalsfjord near Eidfjord, surrounded by steep mountains, waterfalls, and striking scenery shaped by both nature and hydropower development. The journey continues into the Osafjord, a narrow fjord branch where the road ends and the fjord was once the only transport route. Along the shoreline, you pass abandoned farms and roadless settlements that reflect traditional fjord life. Several scenic stops are made for photos and observation. Commentary is provided by a local captain, covering nature, history, and everyday life along the fjord. Wildlife sightings may include seals, porpoises, or sea eagles. The experience combines fast RIB cruising on open fjord sections with calm navigation deep inside the fjord arms.

Discover the beauty of Norway's natural landscapes on an easy-going guided nature tour with transportation from Eidfjord. From Eidfjord we start the a scenic drive and follow the Eio River, enter the Måbø Valley. You arrive at the Hardangervidda mountain plateau to take in vast views over the awe-inspiring National Park. From here you'll also get unobstructed views of Vøringfossen, an impressive 182-meter waterfall thundering into the Måbø Valley. Enjoy leisure time to take in the panorama, stop for a slice of homemade cake at a local hotel, or join the guide for an easy hike via a 47-meter-wide walking bridge over a gorge. Continue the tour to the uniquely impressive Sysen Dam, where you can also catch sight of Norway's second-largest glacier. Take one last stop on a mountain plateau to appreciate the scenic landscape, before heading back. note: until mid-may residual snow may result in a change of itinerary. The opening day of the hotel varies, usually it's in the end of may.