Fjord Adventures from Ulvik

- The pearl of The Hardangerfjord

Ulvik is a quiet fjord village at the inner Hardangerfjord, surrounded by orchards, steep mountains, and sheltered waters. From here, we operate safe and thrilling RIB fjord safaris designed for cruise guests, families, and travellers exploring Fjord Norway.

What tours available now?

(next 10 days)

Why Start Your Adventure in Ulvik?

Ulvik offers calm waters, easy access, and a scenic location that makes fjord excursions simple and enjoyable. The marina sits directly in front of Brakanes Hotel and the cruise pier, ensuring smooth logistics for hotel guests and day visitors.

From Ulvik you can reach the wide Hardangerfjord and the branches Simadalsfjord and the Osafjord — dramatic landscapes shaped by glaciers, steep mountains, and waterfalls. These sheltered waters make Ulvik one of the best places to experience the Hardangerfjord on a RIB safari.

Why Choose Hardangerfjord Adventure?

Hardangerfjord Adventure is a local operator based in the heart of the fjord. Our experienced captains know the weather, sea conditions, and stories of the people who live along the fjord. We operate modern, well-maintained RIB's designed for a safe and thrilling boat excursion..

What sets us apart:

• Local guides with deep knowledge of the Hardangerfjord and its communities
• Safe, comfortable boats with modern equipment
  Small-group experiences for personal, high-quality guiding
• Trusted cruise-excursion partner with reliable return-to-ship timing

We focus on safe, memorable, and authentic fjord experiences for every guest.

Getting there

Ulvik best reachable by car from other towns or villages in the region like Voss (45 minutes), Eidfjord (30 minutes) or Kinsarvik (35 minutes). Also reachable by the fjord passenger ferry from Norheimsund (2 hours).

Free parking available at the hotel.

Meeting point & fAcilities

The meeting point is the lobby of Brakanes Hotel  by the fjord  and we dress up for RIB safaris in the basement. Toilets at the hotel.

Shore Excurisons for Cruise Guests

Ulvik is a compact and easy cruise destination. All our RIB fjord safaris depart from the cruise pier and are designed to fit typical port-call times.

Why cruise guests choose our excursions:

• 50 meters walking distance from cruise pier to meeting point
• 60–105 min formats that suit short visits
• Local, licensed guides with strong safety focus
• Return-to-ship guarantee with built-in time buffer

Quick Facts

• Season: May-September
• Activities: RIB fjord safaris
• Base: Brakanes Hotel
• Address: Promenaden 3, 5730 Ulvik - Google maps

Book Your RIB FJORD SAFARIS FROM ULVIK

Experience a high-quality RIB safari into the Osafjord and Simadalfjord branches — a thrilling, safe, and truly memorable way to explore the Hardangerfjord.