STAVANGER GUIDED TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Preikestolen RIB‑Expedition: From Roaring Fjord to the Silent Pulpit
A single, continuous day that pairs a high‑speed RIB safari through Lysefjord with a guided hike to the summit of Pulpit Rock—this guide explains what to expect and how to prepare.
Preikestolen RIB‑Expedition: From Roaring Fjord to the Silent Pulpit.
Experience the ultimate Lysefjord adventure on the Preikestolen RIB‑Expedition: a combined RIB‑safari and guided hike that takes you past hidden caves and cascading waterfalls before delivering you to the summit of Pulpit Rock for one of the world’s most striking panoramas.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Straight to Adventure by RIB
The tour launches immediately into open water aboard a high‑speed RIB, bypassing road traffic so the experience begins with momentum and a front‑row seat to islets, skerries and sea approaches to Lysefjord.
Fjord‑Safari: Caves, Waterfalls and the Pulpit Face
As you enter Lysefjord the captain will guide you close to geological features—hidden caves and towering waterfalls—and to the gravity‑defying cliff face of Pulpit Rock, which rises more than 600 meters above the water.
Guided Hike from Fjord to Summit
After a quay drop‑off you’ll be met by experienced nature guides who transfer you to Basecamp and lead the ascent along a well‑developed but increasingly steep trail, culminating in the panoramic Pulpit Rock plateau.
What the day feels like
What the day feels like
The expedition ties a high‑velocity RIB safari into a guided mountain walk: a boat approach through Lysefjord, a drop where guides meet you for a short minibus transfer to Basecamp, and a steady climb to the Pulpit Rock summit that rewards effort with expansive fjord views—after which participants are returned to Stavanger by minibus.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this expedition suits — and who should reconsider.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The full experience is scheduled as a 7‑hour excursion.
The departure point is Strandkaien 37; the tour includes RIB travel, a quay drop, a short minibus transfer to Basecamp, the guided hike and return to Stavanger by minibus.
Dress for the day's weather. Recommended items: hiking shoes, wind/rain‑stopper pants and jacket, woolen base layers (top and bottom), knitted hat, gloves, a small backpack with about two litres of water and your food, and a sitting pad; bring a camera. All necessary protective equipment for the RIB is provided—consider a buff or neck‑gaiter for cold days.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long does the Preikestolen RIB‑Expedition take?
The tour has a total duration of 7 hours.
Where do I meet for the tour?
Meeting and departure take place at Strandkaien 37.
What clothing and gear should I bring?
Bring hiking shoes, wind/rain‑stopper pants and jacket, woolen base layers, a knitted hat and gloves, a small backpack with about two litres of water and food, and a sitting pad; also bring a camera. Protective RIB equipment is provided, and a buff/neck‑gaiter is advised on colder days.
Is protective equipment provided for the RIB?
Yes — you will receive all necessary protective equipment for the RIB tour, though bringing a buff or neck‑gaiter on colder days is recommended.
Are there medical or fitness restrictions?
The RIB portion is cautioned against for persons with severe pre‑existing neck or back conditions, pregnant women beyond their first trimester, and individuals with osteoporosis or other brittle‑bone conditions. The hike requires a moderate level of fitness (about 500 m elevation over an 8 km trail).
What happens after we reach the summit?
After the summit experience you will be returned to Stavanger by minibus.