Fjord Floating in the Hardangerfjord | Winter Norway Experience

What to expect from Fjord floating in Norway

The first part happens on land. In Norheimsund, we meet at Thon Hotel Sandven, help you into an insulated immersion suit and explain what to do when you reach the water. Underneath the suit, you wear your own warm clothes.

A short walk takes us to the shore. Once you are in the fjord, the suit supports you as you lean back. The waterfront is still close, but you see it from a new angle: almost level with the water, with the mountains beyond the village. Your guide stays nearby throughout the session.

Is Fjord floating the same as ice floating?

If you have searched for ice floating or Arctic floating, you may recognise the idea of floating in cold water while wearing an insulated suit. The setting is part of the difference.

Our Classic experience takes place by the shore in Norheimsund, on the Hardangerfjord in western Norway. Floating among ice is not a standard part of the experience, although ice may occasionally be present during our premium experience in mid-winter.

What does the suit do?

The immersion suit provides insulation and buoyancy. You do not need swimming skills, and the guide explains how to enter the water and settle into a floating position.

Warm layers underneath matter. Comfort varies from person to person, and a little moisture can enter around the face opening. Bring a dry change of clothes and tell the guide if you feel cold or want to finish earlier. Most guests spend around 30–45 minutes in the water.

Which floating experience should you choose?

Choose Classic if you want a short activity in Norheimsund. The complete session takes 75 minutes, including instructions, changing, a warm drink and light snacks. Digital photos are included.

Check Classic dates and details

Choose the RIB and floating package if you want to spend more of the day on the fjord. First, take a 75-minute RIB safari into Fyksesund. After a break for lunch or a walk, join a separate floating session in Norheimsund. Lunch and travel are additional.

See the RIB and floating day programme

Choose Fyksesund Premium Fjord floating if you want a private boat journey and to float in Fyksesund itself. Your group travels from Norheimsund in an enclosed boat, with a skipper and guide. The experience takes approximately three hours and is arranged on request.

Explore private floating in Fyksesund

Can you do it as a day trip from Bergen?

Norheimsund is around 80–90 minutes from Bergen by car. Direct buses also run to the village, with journey times depending on the departure. The bus terminal is about 50 metres from Thon Hotel Sandven.

Check your outward and return travel before booking. For the RIB package, you need to be at the hotel for 10:40. Classic starts at the time shown in your booking, normally 13:30. Travel to Norheimsund is not included.

Before you choose your experience

Participants must be at least 13 years old, between 150 and 210 cm tall and weigh no more than 120 kg. Read the full participation requirements on the product page, including the additional restrictions for the RIB package.

Come for the view from the water, the feeling of the suit supporting you and a guided introduction to the fjord. Choose your setting first, then check the dates or ask us about a private experience.