You must be at least 18 to take part in SUP Norway expeditions. We occasionally allow 15-17 year olds if they meet the following criteria: Accompanied by legal guardian. Experienced, powerful SUP paddler. Must have good strength & endurance. Must have mature outlook to be part of an adult group.

Do not worry about how to pack. Just stick to the gear list you will be fine. We give full instruction and help with packing when you are here. See image below: All gear used on land is in the 65ltrs waterproof rucksack that we supply and is never opened on the water. The provided 30ltrs waterproof rucksack is for things you need to access whilst on the water. The tent is in it's own waterproof bag. Excess gear , valuables and passports can be safely left in expedition vehicle or at Urke basecamp.

Do not worry about how to pack. Just stick to the gear list you will be fine. We give full instruction and help with packing when you are here. See image below: All gear used on land is in the 75 ltrs drybag that we supply and is never opened on the water. The provided 30 ltrs waterproof rucksack is for things you need to access whilst on the water. The tent is in it's own waterproof bag. Excess gear , valuables and passports can be safely left at the basecamp.

FAQs Archive | SUP Norway

15 11, 2023

What experience and fitness is required?

By Titus|November 15th, 2023|Storfjord|0 Comments

Stand Up paddling

Guests will need to have good SUP skills, capability and fitness in order to take part and to allow the group to travel at practical pace.

A healthy individual that regularly exercises for strength & endurance should have no problems. Please be realistic in assessing your fitness & ability.

Hjørundfjord is more open than other fjords we operate on. Although we always wish for perfect weather, wind & choppy conditions can be encountered.

We ask that […]

31 10, 2019

What experience and fitness is required?

By Titus|October 31st, 2019|3 Fjords|0 Comments

Stand Up paddling

Guests will need to have SUP experience in order to enjoy the week of paddling and to allow the group to travel at practical pace. The first day is a 20Km paddle with daypacks on the boards.

An average and healthy individual that engages in some form of regular exercise should have no problems. Please be realistic in assessing your fitness & ability.

The conditions are mostly calm and stable for the summer but we […]

15 11, 2018

What experience and fitness is required?

By Titus|November 15th, 2018|3: On expedition|Comments Off on What experience and fitness is required?

For the Sognefjord expedition (5/6 days). Guests will need to have SUP experience in order to enjoy the days of paddling and to allow the group to travel at practical pace. An average and healthy individual that engages in some form of regular exercise should have no problems.

Please be realistic in assessing your ability to complete a stand up paddling expedition in varying weather conditions covering 50-60Km over 5 days (Sognefjord Expedition).

The conditions are mostly […]

15 11, 2018

What equipment will I need to bring?

By Titus|November 15th, 2018|1: Preparation, 3 Fjords, Storfjord|Comments Off on What equipment will I need to bring?

A comprehensive gear list will be sent to you when you book with us. The expedition is all inclusive, you will just need to bring personal clothing/gear.
Due to it’s nature, SUP exploring requires minimalist, lightweight and efficient gear and this is the way we roll (paddle).

GEAR LISTS

We do have limited extra items of personal gear if needed.

Norwegian saying: “There is no bad weather. Only bad clothing”

Royal Marine […]

16 04, 2020

Why is my deposit non-refundable?

By Titus|April 16th, 2020|COVID-19|0 Comments

Deposits for SUP Norway expeditions are non-refundable after 14 days from purchase. (As per our Terms & Conditions and Norwegian law “Angrerett”)

Why can’t you refund my deposit?

Unfortunately we cannot break our refund/cancellation policy;

We have to be strict with our cancellation policy to be fair to everybody. We could not for example arbitrarily decide some guests should be refunded where others are not.
We have been advised that if we do […]

3 10, 2019

Duration

By Titus|October 3rd, 2019|1: Preparation, 3 Fjords, Storfjord|0 Comments

The Sognefjord & Storfjord expedition consists of 5 days & 5 nights over 6 days with 5 paddling days.

Example: For the 3-8 August 2026 Sognefjord expedition. The arrival day & BBQ is the 3rd August, we start paddling 4th August and the last day is 8th August.

Please see other FAQs regarding arrival day & last day details.

26 07, 2019

Age restrictions

By Titus|July 26th, 2019|1: Preparation|0 Comments

You must be at least 18 to take part in SUP Norway expeditions.

We occasionally allow 15-17 year olds if they meet the following criteria:

Accompanied by legal guardian.
Experienced, powerful SUP paddler.
Must have good strength & endurance.
Must have mature outlook to be part of an adult group.

10 06, 2019

Travel insurance

By Titus|June 10th, 2019|1: Preparation, 2: Travel, Misc|0 Comments

A quick note on travel insurance:

Personal travel Insurance is absolutely essential when venturing abroad. When selecting a travel insurance policy at a very minimum you should be covered for medical expenses and emergency repatriation.

We strongly recommend that your policy covers personal liability, curtailment, loss of luggage and personal effects and anything that may be specific for you (possible pregnancy, pre-existing medical conditions etc)

Please ensure you have your policy number and emergency telephone number for your insurance […]

15 11, 2023

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Packing

Packing

By Titus|November 15th, 2023|Storfjord|0 Comments

Do not worry about how to pack. Just stick to the gear list you will be fine. We give full instruction and help with packing when you are here.

See image below:

All gear used on land is in the 65ltrs waterproof rucksack that we supply and is never opened on the water.
The provided 30ltrs waterproof rucksack is for things you need to access whilst on the water.
The tent is in it’s own waterproof […]

12 07, 2023

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Packing

Packing

By Titus|July 12th, 2023|1: Preparation|0 Comments

Do not worry about how to pack. Just stick to the gear list you will be fine. We give full instruction and help with packing when you are here.

See image below:

All gear used on land is in the 75 ltrs drybag that we supply and is never opened on the water.
The provided 30 ltrs waterproof rucksack is for things you need to access whilst on the water.
The tent is in it’s own […]

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