Balestrand Classic Tour: Fjord Angling or Scenic Boat Experience
A creative, authentic tour. Meet a local in Balestrand. A guided, entertaining boat experience: combination of sightseeing, storytelling, fishing and memories.
Of course you can explore this: Balestrand is close to the fjord and untouched nature. This popular, must-do, 5-star all-in-one attraction has received the prestigious Varde experience quality award. We operate private trips all year round with a start price that includes 3 people. It is the perfect authentic Norwegian experience, suitable for couples, families with children, and friends traveling together. Is this an exciting opportunity for you?
IT’S EASY, YOU CAN DO IT: BALESTRAND CULTURE
Here you get to see the famous red dragon villas in Balestrand from the sea side and learn a little about the people who built them. After 30 minutes of sightseeing, entertaining and good storytelling by Captain Tor, You have two options for further boat trip:
OPTION 1: CATCH YOUR OWN FOOD & COOK AT HOME
Fun Fjord Angling in beautiful, legendary #Esefjorden
(Surrounded by high picturesque mountains)
“When I was a little boy, my mother used to send me out on the fjord to catch the fish called: Sand Whiting. They are fun to fish, bite easily on the hook and taste good for lunch. Some call them ‘Fjord Chickens’- Isn’t that cool?”
VIDEO: EXPERIENCE THE UNEXPECTED - HALIBUT CATCH
Watch our family fishing trip VIDEO HERE
This is a family expedition where you can experience the unexpected!
Q: Can I cook my own catch?
A: Yes! Imagine catching your own fish and making your own dinner at home. Butter-fried Sand Whiting served on a piece of seed-loaf with a homemade salad and a bottle of local made fruit drink: “Sprudlande Margaret” from Balholm (Our local apple juice factory in Balestrand)
It tastes rhubarb and evokes nostalgic summer memories.
Q: Where can I buy ingredients?
A: Easily buy ingredients in the grocery store next to the Balestrand Adventure house. If you light some candles and put on some bossa nova music in the background, you have a real dining experience you do together. How about a bag of fish soup, and add pieces of your fish?
TRENDY & FUN LIFESTYLE
Q: Is this tour a good solution for groups or a “Kick Off”?
A: Yes, it’s a perfect solution for a girl’s/boy’s trip! Combine a #Raudmelen mountain mountain hiking trip in the morning with a relaxing, soft educational Fishing trip in the afternoon. It’s a concrete mission to solve—time to gather the gang and order today!
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OPTION 2: SCENIC FJORD EXCURSION: CLEAN AIR & ESCAPE
Scenic Fjord excursion to small homestead farms in the beautiful #Fjærlandsfjorden
We speed up our boat and drive inwards towards the outer part of Fjærlandsfjorden which in bright season is green colored by melt water from the glacier village #fjærland.
DIGITAL DETOX: RECHARGE YOUR SOUL
Q: What is special about the energy in Fjærlandsfjorden?
A: The energy in #Fjærlandsfjorden is described as special, original, and powerful. Surrounded by high mountains, it is said to nourish both the heart and the spirit. The area offers clean water, fresh air, and homesteads, providing peace, inspiration, and space for wonder. In the past, this beautiful fjord was known as “Fjordland”.
By the way: It’s nice and tidy too..
FJORD WELLNESS: ELEVATE YOUR JOURNEY
Be generous with yourself; you’ve earned this break. Experience the Sognefjord’s magical vibes and elevate your journey with our [Popular 3-Hour Lifestyle Program](LINK TO YOUR PRODUCT PAGE HERE). This is not just a tour; it’s an experience. Level up your Norwegian adventure.
On the Go? Fly & Drive Sognefjord Logistics
Many of our guests arrive in the Sognefjord driving their own car, rental car, or motorhome/campervan after flying into Oslo (OSL), Bergen (BGO), or Ålesund (AES) airports. A stop in Balestrand for an authentic fjord experience with Captain Tor is a highlight of their itinerary. Our tours are flexible; simply park your vehicle (Veganeset Camping, praised in The Guardian, is nearby), jump aboard for your private excursion, and continue your journey the same day. Balestrand is centrally located between key ferry points (Dragsvik, Hella, Vangsnes), making it easy to integrate into your logistics. Find the ferry timetable on the link HERE.
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Practical information
- The duration of this tour is 1h 30min . The tour only allows groups of 1-6 peoples
- POSSIBLE DEPARTURE TIMES: 09:00 - 12:00 - 15:00 - 18:00 - Sunday Closed. Private only, tours OPEN ALL YEAR => Use booking form. I check for booking in the morning 8 am and evening 10 am. On daytime i am on adventure with guests, please use SMS. Sunday Closed.
- NOTE: Show up 15 min before departure at Balestrand Adventure House / Tourist Information
- TOTAL PRICE => Enter number of people on the booking form to see the total price. Card payment on trip day before departure.
- We offer a highly sought after, entertaining and authentic boat experience in a part of the Sognefjord's unique, pristine fjord nature. Fishing is part of the program you choose and which has interactive, fun and educational elements for the whole family/friend group. Our, open, unique, specially built boat is made for this type of local fjord experience. Together we create your story.
- WHAT TO WEAR (Packing List)? Go by the 3-layer rule: with an outer, water resistant shell jacket (and pants), an inner fleece jacket and a woolen base layer all seasons. It is always colder at sea than on land, even though it is the height of summer it feels cool.
- GUIDES LANGUAGE: English and Norwegian
- LIFE JACKETS: Suits and boots included in price and can be borrowed in cold and rainy weather
- FISHING EQUIPMENT AND LICENSES: Included
- FREE PARKING outside Balestrand Adventure House and around
- "Coolcation" / Rainy weather, waves, vind etc - We run as normal even if it rains. We operate in fjords which rarely experience significant wind and waves. We have jump-in-suits and boots that keep you warm and dry. The changing weather on our tours is exactly what makes our tours in the Sognefjord so unique.
Included
- Suits and boots are available for you. If smaller children, bring your boots and park-suits if they have it. No experience required.
- Fishing equipment included.
- Captain Tor has fjord experiences and communication in the genes. He is from Balestrand. His family is from Balestrand. His personal stories are from growing up in Balestrand, and you as a guest get a clear understanding of this, with everything you experience in the boat. Balestrand Fjord Angling is the boat that continues this cheerful pioneer spirit and life in Balevika where he grew up - Welcome to a real, local fjord experience!
- This nice fjord attraction has received the award: VARDE EXPERIENCE QUALITY - EXPERIENCE OF HIGH QUALITY