Geirangerfjord Photo: Terje Rakke
Port of Hellesylt Photo: Arne Inge Tryggestad
Outdoor activites Hiking: Storsæter Waterfall – Westerås Farm Duration: 4-5 hours Distance: 15 min by bus – walking: 3km slope uphill We begin the trip by following the old farm path leading up to the waterfall . Here you can experience the power of nature by walking behind the waterfall. The home made waffles at the Westerås farm house are our next highlight, before we enjoy the spectacular view of Geiranger 250 m below. NEW: Nordic Walking Duration: 2 – 3 hours Join us on an invigorating walk using ski poles. We have a variety of trails to suit all abilities from walking on the flat to gentle inclines, to more challenging trails. A fun and healthy way to experience the fjord.
Port information Distances Airport: Ålesund, Vigra – 130 km City Centre: Hellesylt Village: 100 m Geiranger Village: 50 m General information Tourist information: 100 m/ 50 m Bus and minibus: 100 m Taxi and limousine: 100 m Rental cars: Not available in Hellesylt Geiranger: Yes Public transportation: 100 m Guide Service: All major languages Shopping: Close to the pier Emergency: Phone 113. Ålesund Hospital, Ålesund Tax refund: Yes at the pier Passenger facilities in port area Shuttle service: Not necessary Parking place for buses and distance: Yes, close to the pier Restroom for passenger: Yes Tourist/city maps: Yes Local currency: NOK Currency exchange: Yes ATM: Yes, city centre Internet access: Yes
Quay: Hellesylt Kai Geiranger
Length: 100m Anchor/ tender port
Sea Kayaking Duration: 2.5 – 3 hours On this excursion you will glide beside steep mountain walls where sunshine reflects an incomparable beauty. Using stable tandem sea kayaks, we paddle the jade green waters of Geiranger fjord to the viewpoint of the famous Seven Sisters Waterfall. On this excursion previous sea kayaking experience is not required; it is suitable for all abilities.
Sightseeingboat/MS Geirangerfjord Duration: 1.5 hours Enjoy a coffee and freshly baked waffle while cruising slowly along the fjord and listening to the stories of life once upon a time on the fjordfarms. Get close to wildlife in their natural habitat, including the chance of seeing Porpoise play alongside your boat. A classic Geirangerfjord experience.
RIB Boat/ Fjord Rafting Duration: 1-1.5 hours FjordSafari! Experience the magnificent Geirangerfjord in a safe and comfortable open RIB boat (rigid inflatable boat). Highlights include stops at the Seven Sister Waterfall and famous Fjordfarms along the fjord. We take you right up to the plunging waterfalls. Remember your camera!
Public telephones: Yes Mailboxes: Yes Crew facilities Shopping, wi-fi internett, a variety of trails from walking on the flat to challenging trails. To hire: kayak, RIB-boat, bike rental Port Facilities Open: 24 hours ISPS approved: Yes Designated quays for cruise ships: Yes Pilot: According to Norwegian pilot regulations Tidal movement: 1.5 – 2.0 m Ship tenders allowed: Yes – local tenderboat available (195 passengers) Tender distance: 400 – 1000 m Ships stay minimum/maximum: No limitation Environmental limitations/restrictions: Stop all engines possible/ stop tender engines when alongside ship og pontoons Are the port facilities according to Cruise Norway’s quality guidelines: Yes Maximum number of ships per day in port: 2 - 5 Maximum number of passengers per day in port: 5000
Port Services Bunkers delivery: Available from 2012 Supplies: Yes Waste Handling: Not available Tugboats: Available with hours’ notice Anchorage: Yes Pontoons: Hellesylt – 2, Geiranger - 3 Other services: Mooring boat at service. Depth anchoring: 40 – 70 m Name & Contacts Geirangerfjord Cruise Port – Geiranger/ Hellesylt Visiting address: Geiranger Mailing address: Box 264, N-6201 Stranda Phone: + 47 46 41 11 13 Fax: + 47 70 26 080 01 International Access code: +47 Pilot: 13 Emergency: 16 Medical emergency: 113 Charts: Norwegian Seachart nr. 127 Email: rima@stranda.kommune.no Internet: www.stranda-hamnevesen.no
Draft: 12m
Geirangerfjorden
Quay STRANDA
Storfjord
Anchorage area deep 45 – 60 m
Tender quay
HELLESYLT Quay
GEIRANGER Anchor/ tender port
1
500 m SCALE
GEIRANGER centre