Fjord Floating in the Hardangerfjord

Adventure • December 4, 2025

Fjord floating in Hardanger

– A Safe, Silent & Scenic Winter Experience

Small-group, low-impact, big calm. No experience needed — just show up and float.

Experience the Magic of Winter on the Hardangerfjord. Float weightlessly and warmly in a high-quality drysuit on the calm waters of Hardangerfjord — Norway’s majestic fjord framed by snow-covered peaks. This immersive winter activity is perfect for travellers seeking serenity, nature connection, and unforgettable memories — no experience needed.

What is Fjord Floating?

Fjord Floating is a peaceful winter activity where you drift on the still waters of Hardangerfjord in a professional insulated drysuit. Surrounded by silent fjord landscapes and snow-clad mountains, you’ll relax, breathe in crisp Nordic air, and absorb the unique calm that only winter in Fjord Norway can offer.

Ferry sailing on blue water between green, mountainous shores. Snowy peaks in the distance, blue sky.

Key Features / Why It’s Special

  • Safe & Relaxing: High-quality immersion suits keep you warm and dry — no swimming needed.
  • Winter Silence & Scenery: Experience Hardangerfjord at its quietest, with glass-like waters and breathtaking views.
  • Small Group Adventure: Perfect for couples, families, or solo travellers seeking a unique winter activity.
  • Picture-Perfect Moments: Capture stunning fjord reflections and snow-covered peaks — ideal for travel photos and social sharing.

How Your Fjord Floating Experience Works

  1. Suit Up in Norheimsund: Get fitted with a drysuit, hood, and gloves.
  2. Float & Relax: Lean back and let yourself drift as you take in the fjord’s silence and scenery.
  3. Warm & Reconnect: After floating, warm up with hot drinks, sauna tips, or local stories shared by your guide.

Duration & Practical Info

  • Duration: Approx. 1.25–2 hours (includes safety briefing & changing)
  • Meeting point: Norheimsund Base – Easy access from Bergen bus lines
  • Minimum aage: From 13 years
  • What’s included: Immersion suit, hood & gloves, guided safety briefing
  • What to wear: Several warm layers (no cotton)

Why Fjord Floating Is a Perfect Winter Activity

  • Reconnect with nature’s serenity on Norway’s famous fjord.
  • A safe, guided winter experience for all skill levels.
  • Memorable views perfect for travel stories and social sharing.
  • Unique contrast of cold fjord and warm insulated suit — truly Nordic.

Who Should Try Fjord Floating?

  • Nature lovers seeking calm, winter‑fjord tranquillity
  • Couples, friends or solo travellers wanting a unique, peaceful experience
  • Families with youth children aged 13+ looking for safe winter adventure
  • People who want a gentle, meditative fjord experience — no adrenaline needed
Woman sitting on rock, overlooking a fjord with mountains and snow.

Combine Fjord Floating with Other Hardangerfjord Adventures

Enhance your trip by adding:

  • Winter RIB Safaris: Speed through the fjord and explore remote fjord arms.
  • Snowshoe Hikes: Discover panoramic viewpoints above the fjord.
  • Local Culture & Hot Drinks: Try cosy cafes in Norheimsund after your float.


Ready to Float?

Book your Fjord Floating winter adventure on Hardangerfjord — a unique Norway experience you’ll remember forever.

< Older Post

Panoramic winter view from the mountains in the Hardangerfjord

Winter in the Hardangerfjord

October 23, 2025
Experience winter in the Hardangerfjord with RIB safaris, Fjord Floating, and snowy adventures surrounded by calm fjords and majestic mountains.
Skier on the way down from a Hardangerfjord montain

Ski Touring along the Hardangerfjord

September 11, 2025
Plan safe ski touring along the Hardangerfjord: where to go, weather/avalanche checks, how to combine with fjord stays. Close to Norheimsund, Øystese & Ulvik.
A boat travels across a fjord, flanked by lush green mountains under a blue sky.

Travel the Hardangerfjord in Summer

June 24, 2025
Book early, combine RIB + cider + hiking, and use buses/ferries from Bergen and Voss. Northern shore tips for space and easy logistics. Welcome to the Hardangerfjord
People on a RIB boat in Fyksesund

Explore the Hardangerfjord up close

June 6, 2025
Feel the cliffs and waterfalls of Osafjord, Simadalsfjord and Fyksesund on a guided RIB cruise. What to wear, who it suits, and how to book.
A visit to Hardanger Akvasenter's salmon farm.. Photo: Ruben Soltvedt

Family adventures in the Hardangerfjord

June 5, 2025
Discover an ultimate guide to exploring Hardangerfjord with kids. Thrilling RIB safaris, short hikes, fun family parks, exploring exhibitions and more.
Norheimsund by the Hardangerfjord

Explore Norheimsund – Gateway to the Hardangerfjord

June 3, 2025
Steinsdalsfossen waterfall, Hardanger Maritime Centre, lovely hikes, fjord promenade and RIB departures. Where to stay and day-trip ideas.
Woman and a dog on a summer hike in the mountains with panoramic fjord views

Hiking the Hardangerfjord

May 31, 2025
From Trolltunga to local hidden gem viewpoint hikes near Norheimsund/Øystese. Trail grades, time windows and how to combine with a fjord cruise.
Springtime in Fyksesund, the most narrow branch of the Hardangerfjord

Day tour to the fjords from Bergen

May 29, 2025
Bus 925 from Bergen to Norheimsund or Øystese; Steinsdalsfossen, town stroll, cider lunch and a RIB to Fyksesund—then back by evening.
Photo: Ruben Soltvedt

Explore Øystese with panoramic Hardangerfjord views

May 29, 2025
Kabuso & Ingebrigt Vik Museum, Hardangerbadet, Spildegarden cider, and RIB departures by the hotel. Make it a fjord base for 1–2 nights.
A scenic landscape with a lake, island, surrounding forest, and snow-capped mountains.

Explore Ulvik – A fjordside pearl in the Hardangerfjord

May 25, 2025
Explore Ulvik - Stay fjord-side, ride orchards, taste local ciders and add a RIB fjord safari cruise. A perfect base to explore the essence of the Hardangerfjord.
Show More