Ascent to the Pulpit

Are you ready to reach one of the most spectacular viewpoints in the world?

Upon arrival, your cruise pickup at the port of Stavanger will be by our guide, identified with the Shore2Shore sign. Near Stavanger, Norway, there is a mysterious rock that rises 600 m above the Lysefjord: Preikestolen (literally "Pulpit," it is the most famous attraction in Stavanger).

From the top of the imposing Pulpit, you can admire spectacular mountainous landscapes overlooking the beautiful fjord. The Pulpit is a spectacular natural rock formation, a 25m x 25m platform, above a beautiful fjord at a height of 604m. The fjord is 42 km long and was formed by massive glaciers from the last Ice Age. The Pulpit was probably formed after the thaw, about 10,000 years ago. The mountain peaks around the pulpit reach heights of 1000m on both sides of the fjord, offering sensational views.

After a short tour of the city of Stavanger, we will enter the Ryfast, Hundvåg tunnels (4.5 km long) and the Solbakk tunnel.

The Solbakk tunnel is the longest underwater tunnel (14.3 km long) and the deepest in the world (292 m below sea level).

After about an hour, we will arrive at the parking lot of the Preikestolen base camp.

Once at the parking lot, located at an altitude of 270 m above sea level, we will begin walking along the trail leading to the summit of the rock.

Our guide will accompany us throughout the hike to the Pulpit, adjusting to the group's pace. This adventurous hike is one of the must-see visits and is on the list of places for all travelers who come to the Stavanger region and Norway in general.

We will pass ponds, mountains, forests, and marshes on the way to the summit. At the top, we will have time to enjoy the view of the fjord and the landscape.

The hike is very challenging, with a distance of approximately 8 kilometers and an elevation gain of 300 meters. After the descent, we will return to the port for farewell.

We hope you have enjoyed this unique experience in the heart of Norway!

GENERAL INFORMATION

• DURATION: PRIVATE BUS AND GUIDE AVAILABLE FOR UP TO 7 HOURS (FLEXIBLE ACCORDING TO BOAT SCHEDULES).
• NO ADDITIONAL CHARGES

IMPORTANT

• Includes private bus, guided tour/full-day trekking.
• It is important to know that our service is a private bus service, so we will not be subject to public bus schedules.
• It is a day of physical activity and it is advisable to wear comfortable shoes, warm clothing, and bring drinks.
• Excursion not recommended for children and elderly people due to the physical effort involved.
• Not recommended for people with walking difficulties, respiratory problems, people traveling in wheelchairs, or with baby strollers.

IMPORTANT REMARKS

• Difficult level/Trekking.
• The tour involves about 2 hours of ascent and 2 hours of descent, depending obviously on each person's condition. The trails are accessible for anyone in good physical shape.
• This excursion is NOT SUITABLE for people with reduced mobility, those who require the use of a wheelchair, or those traveling with baby strollers, due to the uneven terrain. Transportation for this tour is not adapted.
• It is recommended to carry a backpack with water and drinks in plastic bottles.
• It is recommended to bring a windbreaker, raincoat, and energy bars or snacks.
• Proper footwear for this activity is essential.
• Babies must be well wrapped and carried in a backpack-type carrier, under the supervision of their parents. Access with baby strollers is not possible.
• The duration of the excursion is approximate and will depend on the boat's arrival time and passenger disembarkation.
• Any part of our excursions may be varied, modified, or shortened due to force majeure, specific weather conditions, delayed boat arrival, or mass delays of passengers. Changes will always be made to ensure the smooth running of the excursion and under the guidance of the assigned guide and our approval. In all cases, our main priority will always be to arrive on time for the boat.