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Welcome to Jostedalen, the no.1 destination for active holidays

 
Breheimsenteret
6871 Jostedal

Tel 57 68 32 50
Fax 57 68 32 40
jostedal@jostedal.com

A part of the best travel destination in the world, according to National Geographic Traveler

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Breheimsneteret is open
every day
May 1st - Sep 30th.
Before June 21 and after Aug 20:
10.00-17.00
else 09.00-19.00

These companies will definately take care of you and give you a time to remember in Jostedal:

Breheimsenteret

Two National Parks


Jostedalen
Breførarlag

Glacier hiking


Norgesguidene

mountain guiding


Icetroll

glacier lake kayaking


Icetroll
whitewater rafting


Horseback Riding

near the glacier


Fimbul Jostedal
All winter adventure


Leirdalen
Bre og Juv

canyoning and more


Jostedal hotel


Nigardsbreen
Gjesteheim

Bed&Breakfast


Jostedal Camping

campsite in Jostedalen


Nigardsbreen Camping
campsite in Jostedalen


Brevegen

boat to the glacier


Vidsyn
Art and design


Hiking on your own


Jostedal design
Art and silverworks


Nigardsbreen glacier hikes
(Norwegian here - Norsk her)

FAMILY WALK appr. 1 hour on ice (very easy)

Easy, cosy and safe blue ice walk suitable for all from six years and older. After crossing the lake (10 min.) follow the track up to the left side of the glacier (30 min). You must meet half an hour before the hike starts.
No pre-booking is needed for this hike. Please contact the guide directly at the foot of the glacier. There is always room for you.

Season 01/7-25/8 daily
Time 11:30
12:30
14:00
15.00

These times are when the hike takes off from the foot of the glacier.
Please take the boat at least 1 hour before, if you can.

Req min. age 6 years, long trousers, low-heeled shoes
Meeting point At the foot of the glacier one half hour before the starting time. That means you should take the boat at least 1 hour before the starting time. Buy your tickets when you meet the guide at the foot of the glacier. And remember: Only cash payment is possible.
Price NOK 200 (adults) and NOK 100 (children under 12 years)



BLUE ICE WALK
appr. 3 hours on ice (middle +)

This walk is not tiring but takes you through more difficult blue ice formations. During the hike, you will experience the most spectacular sceneries at the lower part of the Nigard Glacier.
31/5-12/9 12:15
28/6-22/8 10:15
Req. min. age 12 years.
Long trousers, rain gear, warm clothing and provisions
Meeting point Remember to buy your tickets at the Breheimsenteret at least one hour before the times above. After that you meet your guide and get your equipment at the carpark by the glacier lake.
Price NOK 525 boat and gear incl.
Duration Appr. 4 ½ hours, of which 3 hours on ice
Rent a private guide min. age 10 years.
1-3 pers. NOK 2190 total
4-10 pers. NOK 625 per pers.
10-16 pers. : -10%

SHORT BLUE ICE WALK
appr. 2 hours on ice (middle)

Identical to the blue ice walk except it is shorter

17/5-26/9 11:45 a.m.
28/6-22/8 12:45 noon
6/7-15/8 1:45 p.m
Req. Similar to the Blue Ice Walk.
Meeting point Remember to buy your tickets at the Breheimsenteret at least one hour before the times above. After that you meet your guide and get your equipment at the carpark by the glacier lake.
Price NOK 430 boat and gear incl.
Duration Appr. 3 ½ hours of which 2 hours on ice
Rent a private guide min. age 10 years.
1-3 pers. NOK 1850 total
4-10 pers. NOK 530 per pers
10-16 pers. : -10%

 




SPECIAL BLUE ICE WALK
appr. 5 hours on ice (middle ++)

For those who prefer a more severe glacier walk. In minor groups of max. 6 people, we walk and climb more difficult parts of the glacier as well as top roping on ice. We explore the colours, formations and ice-pinnacles on the crevassed Nigard Glacier.

5/7-21/8
Monday, Wednesday, Friday and Saturday at 10:30
Req. Min. age 12 years. Warm clothing, rain gear, sunglasses and provisions
Meeting point Remember to buy your tickets at the Breheimsenteret at least one hour before the times above. After that you meet your guide and get your equipment at the carpark by the glacier lake.
Price NOK 740 boat and gear incl.
Duration Appr. 5 hours on ice
Rent a private guide min. age 10 years.
1-3 pers. NOK 2850 total
4-6 pers. NOK 850 per pers