Paddling at the foot of the glacier
Your craft sails this emerald-colored lake, with a view of the majestic glaciers looming above you
Service Description
Immerse yourself in the untouched wilderness of Svartisen as you glide across the waters of Storeglomvatnet lake. Your craft navigate through a labyrinth of icebergs which used to be part of the majestic glaciers that loom overhead. As you paddle along the shores, you're greeted by the imposing presence of not just one, but three glaciers, their icy arms reaching down to the water's edge. This place is a true wilderness, where the beauty of nature reigns supreme. With every stroke of your paddle, you feel a sense of connection to the wild landscape that surrounds you. This paddling adventure offers a rare glimpse into the heart of the Norwegian Arctic, where the beauty of the natural world unfolds in all its splendor. Mandatory equipment: - Trekking (high) or mountaineering shoes - Membrane pants - Membrane jacket - Synthetic or down jacket - Fleece or sweater - 1st top layer (no cotton) - Backpack - Gloves - Beanie - Sunglasses - Lunch (cereal bars, sandwichs) - Bottle of water Recommended equipment: - 1st layer in wool or synthetic at the bottom and top - Woolen socks - Buff - Cap - Solar cream - Thermos Hardware included: - Transportation from Fykan bus stop in Glomfjord to the starting point and back - Guide - Packraft - Paddles - Drybag - Dry suit - Poggies - Neoprene slippers - Safety equipment Not included: - Transportation to Glomfjord Fykan bus stop - Insurance - Lunch How to get there: Step 1 - Bodø by plane (Norwegian, SAS, Wideroe), by train (Vy), by car or by bus (Reise Nordland). Step 2 - Bodø to Ørnes by ferry (1h20min)* or car to Glomfjord (2h). Additionnal info: - Ferry timetables here: https://bit.ly/4aT7FZ9 - Ferry booking here: https://bit.ly/3WhWKUA *from Ørnes you must take the bus to reach Glomfjord: https://bit.ly/3Jzbff8 This activity is dependent on weather conditions: for your safety and enjoyment, it is possible to postpone or cancel (with full refund in this case).
Upcoming Sessions
Cancellation Policy
Date & booking time You can change your booking date without any additional charges. If you want to book less than 6 hours from the departure of the trip, please give us a call +47 453 52 503. Refund. You get a full refund if you cancel your trip 2 weeks or more before the start of the activity. You get a 50% refund if you cancel your trip from 7 to 13 days before the start of the activity. You get a 25% refund if you cancel your trip from 3 to 6 days before the start of the activity. You get a 0% refund if you cancel your trip from 1 to 2 days before the start of the activity. Price policy. If you book a trip solo and no other people have booked it, you will pay a higher price to get the trip going.However, if other people booked the same trip at the same date, you consequently end up in a group. We will refund you the difference. For example, you book the « Nordic summer skiing on Svartisen for 1 person the 1st of July. You pay NOK 4000. One or more people also book for the same date. You become then a group. So you will end up paying NOK 2500 / person for the trip and we will refund NOK 1500 on your account. If you want to cancel your booking, please give us a call +47 453 52 503 or send us an e-mail at hello@polarstarsexplorers.com.
Contact Details
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