HØLLEN SAILING FIELD GUIDE
Islands, Silence, and Sails: A Hybrid-Boat Passage Through Ny-Hellesund
A 1.5‑hour hybrid-boat sail that threads the Sørlandskyst from Høllen, through Ny‑Hellesund, and toward Kristiansand — this guide explains the route, boarding point, and key logistics.
Islands, Silence, and Sails: A Hybrid-Boat Passage Through Ny-Hellesund.
Sail through Norway’s Sørlandskyst aboard a modern hybrid passenger vessel, skimming past holmer, skjær and sheltered coves while visiting the atmospheric island harbour of Ny‑Hellesund and continuing east toward Kristiansand. The trip pairs quiet electric motoring with flexible propulsion to adapt to conditions, offering a calm, scenic way to experience the south coast’s maritime history and characteristic light.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Ny‑Hellesund and Olavssundet
One of the tour’s focal points is Ny‑Hellesund: a well‑preserved uthavn where the boat glides through the narrow, atmospheric Olavssundet past white‑painted coastal houses. The area bears traces back to the Viking era and the age of sail.
A modern hybrid passenger vessel
The trip is operated on a comfortable, contemporary hybrid craft that combines quiet electric operation with flexible propulsion suited to coastal conditions, making for a smooth, low‑noise passage through the skjærgård.
Sørlandet’s islands and sheltered coves
Between Høllen, Ny‑Hellesund and Kristiansand the route contrasts protected skerries and open sea, framed by the distinctive southern light and a mosaic of islands and coves.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
This is a relaxed, atmospheric outing: embark at Høllen Brygge and move out among small islands and sheltered bays, slowing as you pass through the intimate Olavssundet at Ny‑Hellesund before continuing eastward toward Kristiansand. The hybrid vessel’s quiet electric modes emphasize the coastal scenery and the trip is pitched as a comfortable experience for groups, companies and leisure travellers.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this trip suits — and who should consider alternatives.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
The trip runs approximately 1.5 hours.
Boarding is at Høllen Brygge.
From Høllen you can take the bus back to the town centre (see AKT for bus schedules). There is a possibility of disembarkation at Verfet in Ny‑Hellesund; from there you can take a rutebåt back to Høllen, which connects with local buses.
The provided operator material does not specify required gear.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the trip?
The cruise lasts about 1.5 hours.
Where do I meet the boat?
Boarding takes place at Høllen Brygge.
Who operates the tour and what vessel is used?
The operator is Fjord Guiding AS and the tour runs on a hybrid passenger vessel (Randøtsund is named as the hybrid craft in the operator material).
Can I get off at Ny‑Hellesund?
Yes — there is the possibility of disembarking at Verfet in Ny‑Hellesund; from there you can take a rutebåt back to Høllen, which has bus connections to the town centre.
What scenery and sights will we pass?
The route passes Søgnes skjærgård — holmer, skjær and sheltered coves — and includes a passage through Olavssundet in Ny‑Hellesund past white coastal houses; the area has historical ties to the Viking age and the era of sail.
Is the trip suitable for groups or business outings?
The excursion is presented as a calm, comfortable experience suited to groups, companies and leisure travellers who want to experience Sørlandet from the sea.