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A Norwegian adventure at sea Have you ever dreamed of exploring the wild Norwegian nature from another perspective? Perhaps by tailoring your own experience with the help of knowledgeable locals? Based at the heart of some of Norway’s most breath-taking natural wonders, Nordvest Opplevelser can help you do just that – with thrilling and unforgettable boat trips. By Linn Skjei Bjørnsen | Photos: Christer Olsen
Located in the small village of Brattvåg just outside Ålesund in western Norway, Nordvest Opplevelser offers tailor-made boat trips for companies, groups and private individuals, both at sea and in the fjords. With its prime location next to the majestic North Sea and close to several of Norway’s picturesque fjords, few places serve as a better point of departure for exploring the rugged and untouched nature of the land in the north.
Growing interest in sea-based tours Nordvest Opplevelser is passionate about sharing the natural beauty of Møre og 80 | Issue 99 | April 2017
Romsdal county with visitors and locals alike. “We are extremely proud of our spectacular nature, and it’s something we wish that everyone could experience – that’s the reason we started Nordvest Opplevelser,” says co-owner and skipper, Stein Lystad. The company was born in 2016 after Lystad and his partner, Lindis Flem Harnes, who both manage hotels in the Ålesund area, witnessed a strong interest for sea-based experience tours. “We increasingly had to say no to tour requests on the ocean due to the lack of boats and
resources that could organise trips, so it was clear that there is a strong demand for these kinds of experiences,” Lystad explains.
From airport transport to fjord cruises Today, Nordvest Opplevelser plans, organises and carries out everything from fjord cruises and lighthouse visits to fishing trips, bird safaris and airport transfers with the help of their two boats. The sea route has become a favoured way of travelling to and from the airports in both Ålesund and Molde as it makes for an excellent way of getting your sightseeing fix, as well as guaranteeing a journey free from annoying traffic stops. Fjord cruises to the UNESCO World Heritage site of Geirangerfjorden, perhaps the most famous fjord in the world, have become extremely popular. Tourists