The Western Fjords - Norway - page 497

that include accommodation. For more information on the Rallarvegen, see the boxed text,
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Njord KAYAKING
( www.kajakk.com ) Njord operates from Flåm's handkerchief of a beach. It offers a two-
hour sea-kayaking induction (Nkr350), three-hour gentle fjord paddle (Nkr450) and four-
hour paddle and hike trips (Nkr590), plus multiday kayaking, hiking and camping trips.
Fjord Safari BOAT TRIP
( www.fjordsafari.com ) Bounce along in a Zodiac/ RIB inflatable to see more of the fjord
in less time. The team supplies full-length waterproof kit - you'll need it for this exhilarat-
ing scoot across the waters. Trips, with stops, last from 1½ hours (adult/child Nkr430/210)
to three hours (adult/child Nkr640/320).
Flåm Marina og Apartement BOAT HIRE
If you'd rather paddle your own canoe, row or simply sit back at the tiller, Flåm Marina
og Apartement, a five-minute walk from the jetty, hires out rowing boats and canoes and
motorboats.
WESTERN FJORDS WEBSITES
These websites will help in your planning.
www.fjordnorway.com Detailed coverage of the fjords region.
www.nordfjord.no Equally comprehensive about Nordfjord.
www.visitmr.com The Møre og Romsdal region's official website with a host of use-
ful links.
www.fjordkysten.no Covers the region's northern coastline.
www.sognefjord.no Great for the whole of Sognefjord and its environs.
www.stavechurch.com A great introduction to stave churches, plus in-depth cover-
age of the major ones.