At Base Camp Vega you can stay in mini-cabins whose unique design is inspired by the little huts the islanders build for the thousands of eider ducks that nest in the Vega archipelago every year. We also offer good spots where you can pitch your tent. Base Camp Vega is situated right by the Vega Stairs and the Ravnfloget Via Ferrata, and the sheltered waters nearby are perfect for kayaking.
A very special way to experience the UNESCO World Heritage island Vega is through an overnight stay in one of our beautiful mini-cabins. We call them “e-houses” and their design was inspired by the little nesting huts that the proud Vega natives for generations have been building for the migrating eider ducks who nest on these islands. Today as in times past, when the eider hatchlings have left, the islanders carefully gather the valuable down used in the nests. Read More
Based on the island of Ylvingen, Himmelblå Brygge offers introductory and more advanced kayaking courses, kayak rentals, and guided kayaking trips on the nearby waters. Their beautiful island is situated just south of Vega.
An introductory course and guided kayaking trips
Ylvingen is a perfect base for kayaking adventures. Our idyllic island with its beautiful beaches is surrounded by crystal-clear waters sheltered by literally thousands of islets and skerries. There are no words to describe the feeling of kayaking at your own pace over a mirror-calm sea glowing under the midnight sun, while savouring the slowly shifting view of the Vega islands. Ask anyone – kayaking brings you close to nature. Read More
The picturesque old trading post of Støtt offers some of Helgeland's most beautiful and unique holiday experiences. Many adventures await you here, and you can enjoy charming quarters and great dining in historic buildings steeped in the island’s ancient coastal heritage.
From the island of Støtt in Meløy, you can enjoy a wide range of activities year-round. With daily express boat connections to Bodø, Ørnes, and the entire archipelago along the Helgeland coast, it’s the perfect base for exploring some of Northern Norway’s most beautiful destinations—Støtt included!
Explore the beautiful Støtt archipelago by kayak, fishing boat, or RIB, or join activities in the area such as glacier hikes on Svartisen, guided kayak tours, and mountain treks to Rødøyløva or the stunning Meløy Alps. If you’d rather unwind on Støtt, take the kids on a bike ride to one of the island’s many sandy beaches, and try snorkeling or diving in the crystal-clear waters of the Helgeland coast.
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Just north of the Arctic Circle, in Rødøy municipality, lies Rangsundøya. At Helgelandsidyll on Rangsundøya, you stay in a glamping tent, apartment, or the "Eagle Dome." Rent a boat, kayak, or SUP and spend your days on the water or in the mountains of the island, and relax in the evenings in the sauna. Here, you can find peace and quiet, away from the crowds.
Soveplass i ørnedomen
With over a thousand islands and islets, the municipality of Rødøy is a holiday paradise for kayaking, fishing and skin-diving. At Helgelandsidyll, you can rent a boat, kayak or stand-up paddle board (SUP). After a day out on the water or a long mountain hike, you can relax in the wood-fired sauna followed by a refreshing plunge into the sea. If you come by boat, you can dock at the floating raft that holds the sauna. Read More
Meløy Adventure offers guided kayaking trips on the Glomfjord, to the Svartisen glacier, and on the waters near Rødøyløva (443 m), as well as longer excursions around the island of Mesøy. The company also rents out kayaks, and its experienced instructors offer a variety of kayaking courses.
Helgeland is deal for kayaking, and Meløy Adventure will gladly take you on a guided trip to some of the most beautiful destinations along this magnificent coast. By kayak, you can head for any number of beautiful white-sand beaches, peer up at the impressive mountain called Rødøyløva, or enjoy views of the dazzling Svartisen glacier. Read More
Yttervik, situated in idyllic surroundings by the Ranfjord, offers accommodation a short distance from Mo i Rana’s town centre. The cabins and campsite and the surrounding area is well suited for varied activities for the whole family.
At Yttervik you can spend the night in their great cabins or cozy igloos, right by Ranfjorden. They also have nice spots for motorhomes and caravans. During the summer, you can rent a boat and go fishing, go hiking in the surrounding mountains, or simply enjoy the day by the fjord, relaxing and watching the birds. Read More
This is the four-day vacation you need, with accommodation, meals, and activities on the beautiful 'Himmelblå Island' Ylvingen.
Welcome to Himmelblå Brygge on Ylvingen, where the fantastic world of island life unfolds before you! Ylvingen, known as the "Himmelblå Island," is a beautiful paradise on the southern Helgeland coast, and at Himmelblå Brygge, you can stay comfortably and experience the best the coast has to offer in activities on, by, and under the water.
Join us for fishing for halibut on a fishing boat, freediving for scallops, and kayaking under the midnight sun. Take a longer sail with a large sailboat or a short trip in a dinghy. Explore and forage in the intertidal zone, dive for scallops and flounder, and have the food you catch and gather prepared for dinner. Read More
Brønnøysund Kajakk has everything you need to explore the beautiful sea areas and islands around Brønnøysund, whether you want to do it with a kayak, SUP, or boat.
With a base in Innervika, in the sheltered archipelago on the inside of the islands in Brønnøy, Brønnøysund Kajakk provides a fantastic starting point for water tours. From here, you can paddle on the "innside" to Brønnøysund town, the legendary Torghatten mountain, or further out to the exciting "støvelhavene" between the many islets and skerries in the archipelago on the "outside."
Kayak and SUP board- rental and courses
If you're looking for a more relaxed time on the water, the areas around Innervika are perfect for the whole family. Brønnøysund Kajakk has kayaks for children, as well as SUP boards and canoes. Read More
From Støtt, you can paddle in the beautiful and sheltered archipelago of Støttvær or indulge in the thrill of surfing waves and breakers along the open coast. Join a course, embark on a guided tour, or rent a kayak of your own.
While the Helgeland Coast offers many wonderful locations, what makes Støtt truly unique and ideal for paddling?
For many, it's the combination of magnificent natural experiences and fantastic kayaking routes suitable for all skill levels. Støtt offers all of this and more. Read More
Dive below the surface and discover Træna’s beautiful underwater landscapes. In crystal-clear waters, among forests of kelp and sandy seabeds, you’ll encounter vibrant marine life — schools of fish weaving through the kelp, scallops and flatfish resting on the sand, and much more. Whether you want to freedive, snorkel, or paddle between the islands, you’ll find both equipment and experiences available at Kranberget on Husøy.
In the sheltered channels and fishing grounds, the sea teems with life. The seabed shifts from sand dunes hiding large scallops to towering kelp forests where cod and pollock hunt for small fish — a true paradise for divers and paddlers.
The best way to experience this fascinating underwater world is through freediving or snorkeling. Those with some freediving experience can join trips to gather shellfish and crabs by hand, or try spearfishing. More experienced divers might take on the challenge of hunting large halibut, which thrive on the sandy bottoms around the islands. If you prefer to stay closer to the surface, there are also plenty of excellent spots for snorkeling.
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Equipment and Rental at Kranberget
Kranberget, Husøy’s oldest fish processing plant, has now become the hub for these activities in Træna. Here, you’ll find changing rooms with showers and all the equipment you need for a memorable time above or below the surface. Read More
