6 Things to do Good for Kids in Balestrand That You Shouldn't Miss

Gone Paddling Balestrand offer two guided kayaking trips daily (at 10.00 AM and at 15.00 PM)around Balestrand. Average duration is 3 hours and includes a light lunch! You can also rent single or double kayaks and explore the area around Balestrand. On the guided tour, we will supply you with drysuit, personal flotation device, paddle and sprayskirt. A drybag can also be included.

Fishing - Storytelling - Sightseeing. All in one fjord adventure trip! That's perfect, because Happy wife is Happy life ! Balestrand Fjord Angling is the original fjord experience. Our simple, fun, but at the same time rich program, has pure nature experiences, participation and a fine balance between natural fishing instincts, storytelling and self-development that raises every self-confidence and mastery.

The Waterfall Path, Gaularfjell The Waterfall Path goes from the Gaular mountains down to Viksdalen. Along its route are 14 waterfalls and 7 lakes. It is a relatively easy hike with a height difference of approx. 500m and a total length of 21 km. The hike goes from Gaularfjell to Viksdalen via Eldal, Likholefossen, Longstolen and Torsnesstolen. There are 4 different starting points. Eldal: Marked with a signpost. Parking area. The path is marked with red F’s, and direction signs. Likholefossen: Marked with a signpost. Parking area. The path is marked with red F’s, and direction signs. Longstolen: Marked with a signpost. Parking area. The path is marked with red F’s, and direction signs. Torsnesstolen: Marked with a signpost. Parking area. The path is marked with red F’s, and direction signs. You can choose to go the whole distance or just parts of it. The bus stops at all the start/finishing points. You can choose to walk between 2, 3 or 4 points. The path goes through a luxuriant landscape rich with wild animal and plant life as well as areas of active farming. The path goes over rough and rugged ground and crosses a number of wooden bridges. It is possible to fish along the river. Fishing licences can be obtained from local businesses / accommodation in the area. Getting there: During the summer you can get a bus (route14-210) from the centre of Balestrand to and from Gaularfjell. To get to Balestrand take the express bus from Oslo, Bergen or Trondheim or the express boat from Bergen. If you come by car from Oslo take the E16 and route 55. From Bergen or Trondheim take the E39 and route 55.