NORDFJORDEID SIGHTSEEING TOUR FIELD GUIDE
Fjord-Fed Adrenaline: A RIB Safari Through Nordfjordeid’s Glacier-Fringed Waters
A fast-paced sightseeing RIB that pairs high-speed fjord runs with stops for glacier water, local tastings and on-board storytelling—useful for planning logistics and what to expect.
Fjord-Fed Adrenaline: A RIB Safari Through Nordfjordeid’s Glacier-Fringed Waters.
Embark on an exhilarating RIB-safari across the Nordfjord, where high-speed runs through open water alternate with storytelling stops to taste glacier water and local farm products, and where guides point out the region’s wildlife and culture-scape.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Glaciers, Vertical Peaks and Fjord Vistas
The fjord corridor opens to mountains that rise about 1,500 meters above the water with a view toward the Ålfoten glacier; on clear days you may also spot sea birds and marine wildlife from the RIB.
A Sequence of Story Stops From Salmon Farms to Waterfalls
The safari stops several times for narration and photos—calling in at a salmon farm, moving into a waterfall to taste glacier water and to see local hydropower installations, then visiting cultivated fjord farms for local food samples.
Speed and Power Across the Eidsfjord
Between stops the captain revs up the RIB—you’ll feel the force of 600 hp as the boat reaches speeds up to 50 knots on the crossing back to Nordfjordeid.
What the day feels like
What the trip feels like
You meet just outside the cruise gate, kit up with a flotation suit, life jacket and goggles, receive a safety briefing and slip into the RIB docked only a short walk away. The vessel peels out of the harbour with views of the village and cruise ship, then opens into the fjord where the pace lifts: alternating high-speed stretches with slower, interpretive stops at a salmon farm, a waterfall for glacier water and hydropower views, and visits to traditional farms for local cheese and apple juice—remaining in the boat for the entire 70-minute ride on the fjord.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this excursion is (and isn’t) for, focused on minimum participation requirements.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Dress according to the weather; bring sunglasses and a camera for photos from the boat.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the RIB part of the tour?
The ride time on the fjord is 70 minutes (total preparations make the full experience about 90 minutes).
Where do I meet the RIB Safari?
Meet on the west side at the quay building sign marked “RIB SAFARI”; the boat is docked very close to the meeting point.
Is there an age limit for children?
Yes—minimum age for kids is 5 years.
What should I bring with me?
Dress for the weather and bring sunglasses and a camera; the operator provides flotation suits, life jackets and goggles before boarding.
Will we leave the boat during the trip?
No—the trip’s stops for storytelling and photos are all made from the RIB; participants remain in the boat for the whole trip.