Deluxe Blue Ice Hike with Jostedalen Breførarlag
Difficulty
moderate
Duration
5.5 hours total, 2.5 hours on ice
Fitness Level
Moderate fitness required to navigate uneven glacial terrain and endure cold conditions.
Overview
Step onto the shimmering blue ice of Norway’s Nigardsbreen Glacier with expert guides from Jostedalen Breførarlag. This early-morning, small-group trek offers rare quiet moments and deep insights into one of Europe’s most stunning glaciers.
Private - Deluxe Blue Ice Hike.
Duration: 5,5 hours • Ages 10+ • Booking per mail post@bfl.no
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About This Adventure
Embark on an unforgettable journey to the Nigardsbreen Glacier, where you'll witness breathtaking blue ice in serene solitude. With expert guidance and small group intimacy, enjoy personalized insights into the glacier and local history. Begin your adventure early, ensuring you experience nature's wonders before the crowds arrive.
Please email: post@bfl.no to book.
Experience the most spectacular sights offered by the Nigardsbreen Glacier.
Duration:
Ca. 5,5 hours, on ice ca. 2,5 hours.
Start time:
From 09:45.
About:
Experience the most spectacular sights offered by the Nigardsbreen Glacier.
Before the tour begins, you will be instructed thoroughly by the leader about the use of crampons, rope, ice axe, etc.
What is included:
Glacier equipment, the transportation with the boat and a lunch package. Please inform us if you are a vegetarian.
What to Bring:
Warm, wind- and waterproof clothing, sunglasses, gloves and hiking boots. The clothing must cover the whole body (no shorts or skirts without leggings).
Gloves you can borrow from us, if needed, but we do not have smal sizes.
Adventure Tips
Start Early for Solitude
Taking the first boat across Nigardsbreen Lake helps you avoid crowds and experience the glacier in serene quiet.
Use Proper Glacier Gear
Ensure you wear waterproof boots and full-body windproof clothing; crampons and ice axes will be provided and explained by the guide.
Prepare for Variable Weather
Rain is common in this region; the hike only cancels under extreme weather, so pack waterproof gear and dress in layers.
Physical Readiness Matters
Moderate fitness is required as you’ll spend about 2.5 hours walking on uneven glacial ice while carrying a light daypack.
Local Insights
Wildlife
- Arctic foxes occasionally spotted near the glacier edges
- White-tailed eagles soaring above the valley
History
Nigardsbreen is one of Jostedalsbreen’s most accessible glacier arms, long studied for its dramatic advances and retreats impacting local farming communities.
Conservation
Jostedalen Breførarlag promotes sustainable tourism by limiting group sizes and educating visitors on minimizing impact on fragile glacial environments.
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Recommended Gear
Waterproof hiking boots
Critical for gripping slippery ice and keeping feet dry.
Windproof and waterproof jacket and pants
Protects against cold winds and wet glacier conditions.
Warm gloves
Necessary to keep hands warm and protected when handling gear.
Sunglasses
Essential for shielding eyes from intense glacier glare.