ADVENTURE AWAITS
Welcome to Lysefjorden. Let us help you create some unforgettable adventures in and around this breathtaking fjord.
We are here to help you explore, and to get the most out of your stay here in the region.
Lysefjorden and its majestic mountains which is carved out and shaped by the ice age is the perfect place to explore real Norwegian nature, and people come to this area from all corners of the world to go hiking, kayaking, sightseeing, have teambuilding’s, or just to relax and breath the fresh air.
The breathtaking sceneries has also drawn production companies from both Bollywood and Hollywood to shoot scenes for their films.
In these pages we’re hoping to guide you through Lysefjorden with all it’s possibilities of activities and adventures.
At Gøysa Gard you can have a comfortabla stay for shorter and longer periods while exploring Lysefjorden and the surrounding areas.
Preikestolen, Kjerag, Flørli and Stavanger are all close by, in addition to activities such as kayaking, fjord safari and a number of hikes with stunning fjord view. In forsand you are also surrounded by historic and cultural sights, and there is also an old settlement from the bronse age which is rebuilt just 20 min walk from the farm.
Shortly we will have our own booking system up and running here, but it is already possible to book accomodation on booking.com & Airbnb.
You can also send us a mail at booking(at)lysefjorden.com if you want to make a booking directly.
KAYAKING & SUP
Explore various adventures with kayaks and SUP in and around Lysefjorden. Choose from several different excursions and trips to suit your needs.
Daily tours at 11:00 & 14:00
FJORD SAFARI
Are you looking for a spectacular fjord experience? Check out the excursions with RIB boats to Lysefjorden and Preikestolen.
Daily departure from Stavanger.
GUIDED HIKING
Professional tour-guides take you on memorable adventures to Preikestolen, Kjerag and other ‘off the beaten tracks’ that highlight the region’s fjords, mountains, and valleys.
SIGHTSEEING / CRUISE & HIKE
Experience the famous Pulpit Rock from the fjord! Discover the “mysterious” Vagabonds’ Cave, the goats, and get a taste of the fresh mountain water.
PRIVATE CRUISES
Stavanger’s leading high-end luxury private cruise & charter company. They provide cruises to families and small groups aboard our luxurious boats.
TOURIST FERRY
Enjoy a fjord cruise on the amazing Lysefjorden with spectacular natural phenomena such as the Pulpit Rock and Kjerag mountain.
HIKING ON YOUR OWN
If you want to explore the wild and beautiful areas around Lysefjorden without a guide, here are some tips for hikes and safety information.
WHEN IN STAVANGER
Stavanger is normally a place where you end up before, after or during your visit in Lysefjorden.
Here is some exciting activities for you there.
Pictures from our client´s experiences, inspiring picturesque images from our stunning nature, or just pure fun!
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FEATURED ADVENTURES
Here we highlight some of our favourite adventures that are perfect for the current season and weather.
Feel like cruising throught the fjord with friends or colleagues in a luxury yacht, or perhaps do a guided autumn hike to Preikestolen?
Here at Explore Lysefjorden we have something for all levels of intensity and speed. Featured here are some of our current favourites, and right now you can experience anything from action packed fjord rafting to private fjord cruise, or hiking in our beautiful autumn dressed mountains .
Make sure to check back regularly to see what adventures are in season!
LATEST NEWS
Gøysa Gard – Lysefjorden guestfarm
Today, 30.11.19, Explore Lysefjorden has become the proud owner of the beautiful farm "Gøysa Gard". Gøysa Gard has a perfect location in the small village Forsand, which is also the home of Lysefjorden, Preikestolen and Kjerag. From the farm, you have panoramic view...
Lysefjorden hikingfestival 14 – 16 sept 2018
Welcome to the most spectacular hiking festival in Norway! Come and discover the epic hikes in one of the world’s most beautiful fjords: Lysefjorden. Widely praised as one of the world's most spectacular fjords, home of iconic natural wonders Preikestolen, Kjerag and...
Week of the year in Lysefjorden
Lysefjorden is in the wind like never before, and the coming week is a very exciting week for Forsand and the whole region. The new Mission Impossible - Fallout, kicks of this packed week on Wednesday, August 1st. with a Norwegian premiere out on the mountain behind...
Mission Impossible premiere date is set
The new Mission Impossible film, Fallout, will have pre-premiere in Norway on the mountain just behind the Pulpit Rock August 1st around 23:00 - two days before the film is released in Norwegian cinemas. Only strong wind can stop this from happening, according to the...
Mission Impossible premiere at Preikestolen
August 3rd 2018, "Mission Impossible 6" has it's premiere in Norway. Today, Forsand mayor Bjarte Dagestad revealed that the movie also will be shown in Lysefjorden, at Preikestolen. Whether or not this will be a pre-premiere is not yet know, so you will just have to...
Flørlistairs up
The race Lysefjorden in in beginning was a success with a new impressive record. Tom Erik Halvorsen managed to finish the 63km long race from Oanes to Lysebotn in amazing 05:47:17. Congratulations. Next race arranged by Lysfjord Running is already June 23. So if you...
THIS IS NORWAY
Watch a beautiful video made by Pilotviking, highlighting some of the stunning scenery found in the Lysefjorden area and beyond.
MORE ADVENTURES
MISSION POSSIBLE
Do like Tom Cruise in Mission Impossible.
Hike to Preikestolen and experience the amazing views first hand.
This is a mission very much possible...