Glacier Hike at the Folgefonna National Park near Jondal

3.5 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 10 years-old and up
From€90

Enjoy a magnificent guided glacier hike at the Folgefonna National Park near Jondal!

Jondal is a charming village in western Norway, surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes. This hike from Jondal takes place at the Folgefonna National Park, a breathtaking area home to ice fields, alpine terrain, lush valleys, pristine fjords, and the famous Folgefonna Glacier! This tour can also be done as a day trip from Bergen, as it is served well by public transport.

The glacier hike at Folgefonna National Park begins at the starting point at the Fonna Glacier Ski Resort near Jondal, where you'll be greeted by the experienced guide. They will provide the equipment (mountain boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helm, and rope) and safety instructions. The guide will adjust the difficulty of the hike depending on the group's preferences and abilities, and there is no ice hiking involved. Once you are prepared, the hike in Folgefonna National Park begins!

Following the knowledgeable guide, you'll hike through the Folgefonna National Park and take in the spectacular scenery. The park features a variety of landscapes, including rugged mountains, deep fjords, glacial lakes, and verdant valleys. Midway through the hiking tour, you'll take a break to enjoy your own packed lunch. You'll have an incredible panoramic view of the surrounding North Sea, the Rosendal Alps and the Folgefonna National Park. Then, you'll hike back to the starting point at the Fonna Glacier Ski Resort where the adventure comes to an end.

Embark on a guided hike to the Folgefonna National Park near Jondal and Bergen and discover one of Norway's most stunning fjord and glacier landscapes!

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Practical information

On this excursion, you'll depart from the Fonna Glacier Ski Resort and embark on a glacier hike at the Folgefonna National Park.

Course of events

- Arrive at the starting point at Fonna Glacier Ski Resort

- Meet the experienced guide and receive the equipment (mountain boots, crampons, ice axe, harness, helm, and rope)

- Safety briefing and instructions

- The glacier hiking adventure begins!

- Hike through the Folgefonna National Park

- Stop for lunch break

- Hike back to the starting point at Fonna Glacier Ski Resort

Total hiking distance: approximately 3-4 km / 2-2.5 mi

Activity requirements

All participants must be in good health condition.

Children must have authorised permission from an adult.

Meeting point:
Fonna Glacier Ski Resort Folgefonn Sommerskisenter, 5629 Jondal, Norway
Spoken languages:Norwegian, English
Included
  • Guide
  • Mountain boots
  • Equipment (crampons, ice axe, harness, helm, rope)
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm layers of clothing
  • Wind/rainproof jacket
  • Gloves
  • Winter boots
  • Sunglasses
  • Sunscreen
  • Bottled water
  • Lunch

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