Helicopter Over Lysefjord: Pulpit Rock Aerial Tour from Stavanger
Difficulty
easy
Duration
6 hours (including transfers)
Fitness Level
Minimal fitness required; passengers should be able to board a helicopter and tolerate short periods of standing.
Overview
Rise above Lysefjord on a helicopter flight that frames Preikestolen — Pulpit Rock — in dramatic, bird’s-eye detail. This six-hour experience combines a scenic transfer from Stavanger with multiple aerial passes for unbeatable views and photo opportunities.
Helicopter Over Lysefjord: Pulpit Rock Aerial Tour from Stavanger
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The rotor thuds low and steady as the helicopter lifts from a Ryfylke heliport, the coast shrinking into a puzzle of fjords and islands. Below, the Lysefjord cuts a razor into the Norwegian mainland; its waters glitter like a dark mirror, daring you to look down. Within minutes the famous square of Preikestolen — Pulpit Rock — appears, a pale plate perched 604 meters above the fjord, its sheer face falling away like the edge of the world.
Adventure Photos
Adventure Tips
Charge and protect your camera
Bring spare batteries and a secure strap or harness; the best shots come during short windows between safety briefings.
Dress in windproof layers
Even on warm days the helicopter door blast and fjord winds can be chilly—pack a thin windproof shell.
Plan for weather delays
Flights may be canceled in low visibility or high winds—allow a buffer day in your itinerary for rescheduling.
Take motion-sickness precautions
If you’re prone to nausea, take medication before boarding and sit where you can see the horizon.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Sea eagles hunting along fjord cliffs
- Harbor porpoises and seals in Lysefjord waters
History
Preikestolen and Lysefjord were shaped by glacial forces at the end of the last Ice Age; the fjord routes have connected coastal communities for centuries and later supported fishing and oil-industry development around Stavanger.
Conservation
The area is managed to balance tourism with fragile alpine and coastal habitats; follow guidance on noise and waste, and avoid disturbing wildlife seen from the air or on shore.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Recommended Gear
Windproof jacket
Blocks helicopter downdraft and keeps you comfortable during transfers and on the tarmac.
spring specific
Camera with wide-angle lens
Captures the scale of the fjord and the full expanse of Preikestolen from a close aerial vantage.
summer specific
Sunglasses with good UV protection
Reduces glare off the water during bright midday flights.
summer specific
Light daypack with secure straps
Holds layers, snacks and spare batteries while keeping your hands free for photos.