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11 May 2025
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Description
We are an outdoor activity company aiming at giving our guests the best possible experiences in this part of Norway
We integrate sightseeing with activities and are quite unique in Norway
We are one of the oldest activity companies in the region and have been contributing to building the image of the fjords
Our knowledge of the surroundings and possibilities are next to none - come and join us !
We are looking for a strong pair of hands with boating skills to assist the kayak guides as well as to give a "fixer-upper-hand" around the house.
Types of help and learning opportunities
Gardening
DIY and building projects
Help around the house
General Maintenance
Cultural exchange and learning opportunities
You will get access to our outdoor environment and learn a lot about our activities as well as the environment – you will be taught a lot of skills - or just be a part of our young active team. Plenty of spare time for exploring the amazing nature around us and learn more about the unique culture in the fjords. Some of the most famous sightseeing destinations are close by.
Host offers payment in line with the minimum wage
This host offers accommodation and payment.
Help
If you have a great interest in watersports and boats, we are looking for a person who can assist the guides on our kayak tours. For this you must have either sea kayaking experience or knowledge of enginges and experience of sailing a small motor boat.
We are also welcoming Wa'ers with experience from hospitality, as we run a small cosy hotel.
For the hours you work you will get paid regular wages according to Norwegian law. The number of hours can vary from day to day
Languages spoken
Danish: Fluent
German: Fluent
English: Fluent
Norwegian: Fluent
French: Intermediate
Accommodation
You will be accommodated in 2 person rooms with shared toilets and baths ( former hostel) Access to shared kitchen
This building is used for staff only and has a great atmosphere
Beds are equipped with linen and pillow with pillow cover - you only have to bring your sleeping bag and towel etc.
Washing machine is available
What else ...
visit Trolltunga, Hardangervidda, Vøringsfossen, Dronningstien, The 4 waterfalls-hike in Husedalen, Hardangerjøkulen glacier, Folgefonna glacier, the Hardanger fjord, Bergen + much more
bikes, canoes and kayaks are to a certain extend available
A little more information
Internet access
Limited internet access
We have pets
We are smokers
Can host families
How many Workawayers can stay?
Two
Feedback (2)
Ram is very pleasant to be around, and very fast to take directions and advice on tasks he is asked to help out with.
He has a great and positive attitude towards all sorts of different work he can help out with, always doing it with a… read more
Thank you very much Jane and… read more
Nora worked free lance as a paid assisting kayak guide as well as sailing our small motor boat on the fjord. In addition to this she was helping out as a work-away'er in general.
Nora has a great knowledge of + interest in other cultures. She is fluent in several… read more
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Ram is very pleasant to be around, and very fast to take directions and advice on tasks he is asked to help out with.
He has a great and positive attitude towards all sorts of different work he can help out with, always doing it with a… read more
Thank you very much Jane and… read more
Nora worked free lance as a paid assisting kayak guide as well as sailing our small motor boat on the fjord. In addition to this she was helping out as a work-away'er in general.
Nora has a great knowledge of + interest in other cultures. She is fluent in several… read more
