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This adventure trip in mid-Norway can barely be
surpassed in terms of variety. In the course of one
week, we will visit a wide variety of dive sites.

We visit a variety of diving sites within 10 days. Attractions include a kelp forest, wrecks, deep-sea corals, chimaeras, wild salmon in the river, and much more. There is also plenty to experience above water.

The glorious foliage of the autumn season is evident in the luminous yellow of the birch forests and the wine red of the plateaus. At night, there is a chance to experience the Northern lights (aurora borealis) at this time of year.

On this tour, everything is organized. We pick up all tour members at the Trondheim airport and return them back again at the end of the tour. Our small groups will consist of only four members providing ideal conditions to experience partly unspoiled nature. Dives occasionally start from stony beaches. A certain level of physical fitness is a basic prerequisite for joining this tour.

Price per person

3.850 Euro

Highlights

Wild salmon and sea trout in a crystal-clear river
North Atlantic kelp (laminaria) forests at the coast
Mysterious ship wrecks from WW II
Chimaeras (ghost sharks) at night in 10 to 30 m (33 to 100 ft) depth
Deep-sea corals (gorgonians and stone corals) in 20 to 40 m (65 to 130 ft) depth
Deep-sea jellyfish Periphylla periphylla in 5 to 30 m (17 to 100 ft) depth
Richly varied macro life in 0 to 30 m ( 0 to 100 ft) depth
Spotting various sharks and rays is possible
Spotting various deep-sea fish species is possible
Often we spot moose, reindeer, white-tailed eagle (sea eagle), and whales
Fall landscapes in magnificent colors
Northern lights (Aurora borealis) are possible
Typical Norwegian dishes – In case of special dietary requirements (e.g. allergies, intolerances, avoidances), please contact us before booking!

Tour dates

2024

3rd October - 13th October --- 3 spaces available
13th October - 23rd October --- 4 spaces available

Services

Tour price INCLUDES the following services:

Airport transfer from/to Trondheim (TRD)
Local transfers during the trip
Accommodation in twin rooms (single rooms free of charge, if available!)
All boat dives and dives from land (incl. cylinders/tanks, air, and weights)
Trips and excursions on land
Breakfast, dinner and non-alcoholic beverages during the trip
English-speaking support
Travel planning assistance

Tour price EXCLUDES the following services:

Getting here/flights (incl. possible overnight stopovers)
Single room (if available: see above)
Activities that are not included in the itinerary
Alcoholic beverages
Entrance fees (e.g. museums)
Personal expenses such as souvenirs & tips
Gratuities
Insurances
All services that are not listed as included here

Arrival

Guests usually arrive in Trondheim by plane via Oslo, Copenhagen or Amsterdam. There are also direct flights from some other European airports. We will meet you at Trondheim airport Værnes from where the tour will start.

During the summer and fall, weather-related flight delays and cancellations are rare.

We will gladly provide you with additional information to current flight schedules and fares.

Also (for guests from Europe) it is possible to travel by car. There are various travel routes via Denmark and Sweden (ferry or toll bridge) or by ferry from Germany. However, you have to expect a ten-hour drive from Oslo to our base at the Namsfjord in Mid-Norway.

Tour schedule

Day 1: Travel from departure airport to Trondheim airport. Pickup at airport. Drive to Utvorda. Photo stops en route. Dinner at accommodation.

Day 2-4: We dive from the boat in the fjord and on the coast. The diving sites vary from a British submarine chaser dating back to World War II – The wreck lies in a depth of about 10 to 30 meters (33 to 100 feet) – to steep walls with fantastic anemone growth to canyons with a variety of animal life, as well as extensive kelp forests. There are schools of fish to see, various crabs and, with a little luck, bizarre frogfish. There is also the opportunity to collect delicious scallops for dinner. In the evening you can dive from the jetty. Dinner at the accommodation.

Day 5: After breakfast we head north to the Salmon River. Photo stops along the way. Once there, we bring the equipment to the dive site and check the conditions. Dinner in the guest house.

Day 6: Today, we will spend the entire day at the salmon river. Simply driving through the magnificent landscape is a great experience in itself. We will dive and snorkel with salmon and sea trout in crystal-clear water Usually, there are hundreds of fish in the pools or, if the water level is high, underneath a little waterfall. There are numerous photography and filming opportunities. Dinner.

Day 7-9: After breakfast, we will drive to the Trondheimfjord where we will move into our last accommodation of this round trip. In accordance with the tidal period, we can only dive while there is no tidal current. During the day, we can see the deep-sea jellyfish Periphylla periphylla and deep-sea corals. An unbelievably varied macro life awaits us here. At night, fascinating chimaeras will appear from the depths. These peaceful members of the shark family belong to the strangest existing fish.

Day 10: Depending on the departure time the following day, a morning dive in the fjord is possible. Afterwards, we will dry and pack our equipment and might go on a short photo tour. Dinner.

Day 11: Departure. Transfer to airport and end of tour.

Weather

Late summer and fall are a period of transition into the Scandinavian winter. It is very difficult to forecast weather conditions. First snow on the mountains is possible, as well as “warm” summer temperatures. On average we expect 0 to 4°C (32 to 40°F) at night and 6 to 12°C (43 to 54°F) during the day. Along the coast it is slightly warmer than inland. We have to expect wind and rain. From October on, daylight time decreases noticeably every day.

Tour members who tend to suffer from seasickness should bring relevant medication such as pills or chewing gum. Tour members must bring their own warm and weather-resistant clothing and shoes. Please transport all sensitive equipment such as cameras in water-resistant and shock-resistant bags or cases. All participants are responsible for their equipment for the entire duration of their journey!

Tips

The national language is Norwegian. Most people understand and speak English well.
The currency is the Norwegian Krone (NOK). Prices are high. Credit cards (especially VISA) are generally accepted. Customers are very often asked for a PIN. Currency conversion rates vary on a daily basis. Roughly, 1 € = 10 NOK, 1 £ = 12 NOK and 1 US$ = 10 NOK.
The time zone is Central European Time (GMT + 1).
Vaccinations are not required.
Visa requirements vary by nationality. No visa is required for visitors from the EU or the US.
Electric appliances use standard European voltage (230 V) and plugs (types C and F).
Norwegian custom regulations must be respected, particularly with regard to tobacco and alcohol.
We strongly recommend complete insurance coverage (travel cancellation insurance, diving accident insurance, international health insurance, possibly also baggage insurance and camera equipment insurance).

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COVID-19 travel information

The worldwide COVID-19 situation is changing constantly, some countries are opening up for tourism again while others may remain closed for months. Of course, this makes a booking a bit different. In case your trip has been effected, we will inform you. The impact of COVID-19 is a concern to everyone in the travel industry, including us and our local partners. We are working hard to avoid negative effects for your journey as good as possible.

The Covid-19 protection measures are different per destination. Approximately 30 days prior to departure at the latest, we will have a good idea whether a trip will be cancelled or not. Then we will contact you from the moment we have more information.

What happens if my trip with Northern Explorers gets cancelled?

In case we need to cancel your trip due to COVID-19 measures, you can rebook your trip to the next year. Your deposit will be transferred to the trip, and we will send you a new invoice reflecting your new dates. We will inform you about the options to cancel or change your booking.

What happens if the journey can’t take place due to corona measures?

If the trip can’t take place due to corona measures, there are two options:

1. The travel date will be postponed to a date in 2022.
2. The trip will be cancelled by us and you will receive a voucher to use for booking a new trip.

If you cancel the trip yourself, our normal cancellation policy applies. Please note that additional products (e.g. flights, hotels and other excursions) are excluded from above conditions.

How does Northern Explorers handle preventive and hygiene measures during the trip?

The safety and well-being of our guests and crew continues to be our top priority. We are in regular exchange with our partners regarding regular updates about the specific measures that will be taken to ensure your health and safety.

Do you have a risk-free booking policy?

All existing and new bookings for our 2021 season, will be free to rebook to 2022 season at no costs in case Northern Explorers need to cancel the trips due to the corona virus measures.

What procedures have you put in place for snorkelling activities?

To ensure your health and safety during our snorkelling activities, we recommend to bring your own snorkelling set for use during the trip. All guests keep the same rental equipment (e.g. dry suit) during their entire stay.

Do I need travel insurance?

We always strongly recommend complete insurance coverage (travel cancellation insurance, diving accident insurance, international health insurance, possibly also baggage insurance and camera equipment insurance) also in case of a COVID-19 infection (medical expenses, evacuation, and other expenses).

Important information - diving

On this tour we will visit various dive sites. Some of the dives will proceed from the shore. It can be demanding to get in and out of the water. Stones on the beach can be slippery and waves (in the surf zone) might be challenging. Divers who suffer from knee problem or whose physical fitness is limited might not be able to join these dives.

Only for the Trondheimfjord: Even when arranging the diving activities in slack water, (strong) currents must be expected. Some dives on this trip will be night dives and will take place in total darkness. Every diver has to bring a dive torch, as well as a backup light! The dive torch should be taken on every dive.
Maximum depth for the dives is 30 m (100 ft). Visibility vary from 5 to 20 m (17 to 65 ft). The water in the Trondheimfjord is dark, caused by a thick (1 to 4 meters, or 3 to 12 ft), dark-brown layer of fresh water covering the “clear” sea water. This is also one of the reasons why there are so many deep-water species in shallow waters here. We strongly recommend using a dry suit for diving.

We provide steel tanks with DIN double valves (200 bar) and a volume of 10, 12, or 15 liters as well as lead weight in different sizes. Oxygen equipment in case of diving emergencies is available during the whole trip.

The water temperature is around 8 to 12°C (46 to 54°F).

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