FAQs

Kayak Snowshoe and Hike Adventure

  • Flights aren’t included in your trip, but we’ve listed some options that align with the group transfer to make planning easier.

    These aren’t official recommendations — just helpful examples. You can book any flight that fits the schedule, but transfers run on time and can’t be delayed, even if your flight is listed.

    We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers delays, cancellations, and missed connections.

    Suggested Flights:

    London Gatwick (LGW) to Stavanger (SVG) - Norwegian Air 

    • Departure: LGW 11:00 ✈ SVG 13:40 | DY 1335

    • Return: SVG 13:35 ✈ LGW 16:55 | DY 535

    SAS: London Heathrow (LHR) to Stavanger (SVG)

    • You may need to arrive a day early and spend a night in Stavanger due to flight times not aligning with our transfers.

    SAS/Wideroe: Direct flights from Aberdeen to Stavanger

    • A day’s stay in Stavanger may be required before or after the trip due to flight times.

    KLM: Direct flights from Amsterdam to Stavanger

    • Ideal for connections from UK regional airports, Europe, and North America.

    • A night in Stavanger may be necessary due to transfer timings

    Not sure if your flight works? Just ask — we’re happy to help.

  • Flights aren’t included, but to make planning easier, we’ve listed some flight times that align with the group transfer.

    These aren’t official recommendations — just helpful examples. You’re free to book any flight that gives you enough time to meet the transfer.

    Think of the transfer like a train: it runs on time and can’t be delayed. If your flight is late or cancelled, you’ll need to make your own way to the start location, but we’ll support you with local info on the day.

    We strongly recommend travel insurance that covers delays, cancellations, and missed connections.

  • Yes — a group transfer is included on both the arrival and departure days. This is a shared transfer, running at fixed times to and from a designated location (usually an airport or train station).

    There is one transfer each way, and your flight must match the timing. If it doesn’t, you’ll need to make your own arrangements.

    • Pickup Point: Stavanger Airport at 14:40

    • Drop-off Point: Stavanger Airport at 11:00

    The group transfer is included in your trip package. There is no discount if you choose not to use it.

  • Missed transfers are rare, but we want to be upfront so you can plan with confidence.

    If your flight is delayed or cancelled, you’ll need to arrange your own transport to meet the group. We’ll support you as best we can — your host will be your main contact on the day and can help coordinate locally. You can also contact our bookings team, available Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm UK time, though replies may be delayed outside of these hours.

    Even if you booked a flight from our Suggested Flights, group transfers run on schedule and cannot wait for late arrivals.

    In some locations, arranging a private transfer is straightforward — but in more remote areas, it can be limited and expensive. That’s why comprehensive travel insurance is essential, not only for delays and cancellations, but also in case you need to cancel your trip before departure.

    Make sure your insurance covers travel delays and missed connections — it could save you a significant amount if things don’t go to plan.

  • You should buy comprehensive travel insurance as soon as you book your trip — not just before you travel. This ensures you’re covered in case you need to cancel before departure, as well as for any unexpected issues while you’re away.

    Your policy should include cover for:

    • Travel delays and missed connections

    • Trip cancellation

    • Medical emergencies and evacuation

    • Baggage and equipment loss

    • All activities included in your itinerary

    Travel insurance is a requirement for joining any Gutsy Girls trip, and it’s your responsibility to check that your policy includes the kind of adventure you've signed up for — especially outdoor or sporting activities.

    Booking your insurance early gives you peace of mind and protects your trip from the very start.

  • The city of Stavanger is a vibrant university town. Thanks to its compact city centre, it's easy to get around. Enjoy fantastic food, go shopping for bargains, and check out cool street art before you take a stroll through Europe’s best-preserved wooden houses in the old town, Gamle Stavanger.

    There is lots more information here: Stavanger tourist information.

    Check out a variety of city walks here.

    Lots of our guests enjoy the floating saunas!

    We recommend Booking.com for finding accommodation - check out the reviews and use the map function to make sure you find the best location!

    The bus to and from the airport takes about 25 minutes and runs every 20 minutes during the day. You can find the airport bus information here.

  • We will connect you with others on the trip via WhatsApp, so you may be able to arrange travel together. 

Travel

  • On this adventure we'll be staying in a rustic l cabin on the edge of the fjord. It's simple, comfortable and functional.!

    There are 2 communal areas, one downstairs and one upstairs.

    There are 3 private bedrooms and 2 twin rooms.

    There are 2 bathrooms shared between 8 of you (7 guests and 1 host)

  • The bedrooms are quite small, but you'll spend the majority of your time out adventuring or around the campfire outdoors!

  • Yes it does!

Accommodation

Food

  • You will have the chance to taste a great variety of local specialities. The breakfast includes porridge, eggs, bread, yoghurt, berries, and tea/coffee. For lunch you will be given sandwiches and fruit. For dinner, you will enjoy hearty food cooked together at the cabin.

    If you have any food restrictions (vegetarian, vegan, gluten intolerance etc) please make us aware of this; we can cater for most dietary requirements.

  • We can cater for most dietary requirements, however if you have an allergy please do get in touch before booking.  

  • You can have a drink in the evenings, but must be sober for all activities. There are no real opportunities to buy drinks once you reach the cabin, so we recommend bringing any alcohol you might want with you. You can purchase this at the airport on your arrival in Norway.

  • You don't need any kayaking experience to enjoy this adventure - our guides are great at making it enjoyable & safe for all abilities.

    You'll need a good level of fitness. The kayak trip includes 6 hours (up to 16 km) of relaxed paddling, with plenty of breaks along the way.

    We use the “Boreal Design Esperanto” double kayaks. The kayaks are stable and fast, perfect for anyone on a first kayaking trip.

    Gutsy Girls is all about getting out of your comfort zone, but for your safety and enjoyment, we do ask that you are realistic in your fitness level for this adventure.

  • Absolutely! This week is great for complete beginners through to intermediate paddlers.

    You'll receive excellent coaching for your level to develop your skills and get the most out of your time on the water.

  • Yes, two people paddle each kayak, so you will be sharing with one other Gutsy Girl, one of you at the front and one at the back.

  • We provide dry bags for you to use on this adventure!

  • You need to be able to swim 100 metres in open water.  

    You will be asked to complete and sign a waiver stating that you can swim when you attend the trip.

  • We will supply you with all the kayaking equipment and clothing you'll need, including dry pants / trousers and a compatible jacket. These are waterproof trousers made of breathable fabric, with built in feet that allow them to be used like flexible, lightweight waders. They have jacket compatible waist bands to create a two-piece drysuit which will keep you warm and dry for the day.

    Under this, you should wear thermal base layers and a midlayer.

    We do not recommend wearing anything of cotton, as this cools you down when wet. Make sure you have enough layers and changes of clothes to keep you warm and dry.

    We will provide neoprene mittens and boots, we recommend merino wool glove liners and socks to keep warm!

    You will need a beanie and buff.

    Pack an insulted /down jacket in your dry bag for breaks.

    You will stay fairly dry inside your dry suit, but you may find that parts of you get a little damp. If you fall in you will get wet!

  • We will supply neoprene boots for paddling. Bring an extra pair of wool socks to use inside the neoprene boots to keep your feet warm (these will get wet).

  • Yes. It's always nice to have a refreshing swim in the fjord, it will be very cold though!

  • You may wish to pack neoprene gloves and boots.

  • You will need sturdy and warm walking boots for our snowshoeing. You can't do this in hiking shoes; you need to have ankle support.

  • Yes, you can find the full packing lit here.

  • There will be limited access to bathrooms during the activities, you may need to go for a wild wee!

  • You'll need a good level of fitness for this adventure as we'll be paddling for approx 6 hours..

    You don't need to be particularly strong, as once you learn good technique you'll find paddling less demanding on your upper body and arms.

  • We ask that you have a good level of fitness and stamina as we’ll be active on back to back days and throwing in a moderately difficult hike! The pace of the paddling and hiking is fairly relaxed though, with plenty of breaks along the way.

    Gutsy Girls is all about getting out of your comfort zone, but for your safety and enjoyment, we do ask that you are realistic in your fitness level for this adventure.  

Activities

Other

  • There may be a few opportunities to buy drinks and snacks. Norway almost entirely accepts contactless card payments.

  • Whenever possible we use female instructors and guides on our day events and trips, however we cannot always guarantee this, simply because there are fewer female instructors available!

    Our first priority is to work with the most highly experienced and considerate instructors and guides, who are patient, friendly and as passionate as we are about building women’s confidence in the outdoors.

    Simply due to the ratio of men to women in the outdoors industry, sometimes this means our guides and instructors are male.

    We keep a close eye on the feedback our guides receive from our guests as we believe that overall this is more important than their gender. We sincerely hope that as more women are introduced to adventure sports and activities, the amount of female guides and instructors in our industry will increase.

  • Yes! We encourage you to book in solo!

    Over 95% of our guests join our holidays on their own.

    Our aim is to connect you with like-minded new friends! We are a very friendly bunch, come as you are, we can’t wait to meet you!

  • The Gutsy Girls community is filled with fun, friendly and supportive women from 18-70+. We never ask your age, just that you are up for an adventure!

    As a rough guide, most Gutsy Girls guests are 24-65 years old, with around 60% in their 30s-40s. After a day on the water, mountain biking over the hills, hiking to peaks for incredible views or exploring remote locations by paddleboard, age becomes irrelevant as we are all connected by our experiences.

    There is also no upper age limit for our adventures.