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Explore stunning nature and vibrant coastal culture with Tømmervika Opplevelsessenter around Sandnessjøen, Tjøtta, and Offersøya. Join family-friendly day trips or exciting multi-day tours in Herøy and the Vega islands—and wrap it up with a fun game of football golf.
Alsta, Offersøya, and Tjøtta are three islands connected by road, located in the heart of the Helgeland coast. Here you’ll find a beautiful and sheltered archipelago, right by the Seven Sisters mountains and within easy reach of the kayaking havens of Herøy and the Vega Islands. Tømmervika Opplevelsessenter knows these areas inside and out and can guide you on some of the best paddling trips Helgeland has to offer—whether you're after a full-day adventure or a short outing. Come and experience the landscapes and coastal culture of Helgeland!
Guided tours
Guided kayak tours from Offersøy and Tjøtta
Family-friendly day trips in the sheltered archipelago around Tjøtta. 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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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
Join a guided tour or kayak course in the stunning Støttvær islands. Enjoy birdwatching and the peaceful waters and striking landscapes, or challenge yourself in rougher seas along the outer edge of the islands.
Guided tours in Støttvær
Støttvær is a especially scenic archipelago on the northern Helgeland coast, just off Ørnes in Meløy. The sheltered, shallow waters among the islands and islets create ideal, calm paddling conditions. For those seeking more variety, the open sea is just a short paddle away, offering a chance to test yourself in tougher conditions. Read More
Join an exciting river adventure and learn whitewater kayaking on the stunning Austervefsna river in the heart of Helgeland. Become confident in a whitewater kayak and experience the thrill and fun in wild and beautiful nature. RiverNorth… 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
