Hardbakke
Rent a kayak from Sognefjord Active in Solund and paddle among the 1,700 islands, islets and skerries on Norway’s westernmost coast.
Sognefjord Active offers kayak and paddling equipment rental in Solund. With its extensive archipelago of islands, islets and skerries, there are plenty of opportunities for kayaking in the area.
Kayak rental
The following equipment is included when renting a kayak:
Paddle
Life jacket
Spray skirt
Wetsuit
Paddling shoes
Paddling jacket
Dry bag
Map
Pump
Paddle float
To rent a single kayak, you must have a Våttkort certificate. A Våttkort or previous kayaking experience is not required to rent a double kayak.
Introductory course and Våttkort
If you do not have a Våttkort, Sognefjord Active offers a four-hour introductory course on request.
The course provides a basic introduction to using a sea kayak and paddling equipment. Through practical exercises, you will learn:
how to use a kayak, paddle, spray skirt and life jacket
how to lift, carry and launch a kayak
forward and backward paddling
how to stop and turn the kayak
correct sitting position and basic paddling techniques
how to safely exit the kayak if you capsize
how to get ashore
basic kayaking safety
local paddling conditions
After completing the course, you will receive the Våttkort Introkurs Hav certificate, issued by the Norwegian Canoe Association (Norges Padleforbund). The certificate documents that you have completed basic sea kayaking training.
Kayak and necessary paddling equipment are included in the course.
- Equipment rental
Source: Visit FjordKysten og Sunnfjord