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This is the Preikestolen day for people who want more than a straight line up the tourist path: paddle across Revsvatnet, hike a forgotten trail, and still stand on the cliff with hardly another group in sight. A packed lunch from a Stavanger kitchen is included, along with canoe kit, guiding and city pickup.
Morning pickup in Stavanger includes a stop to collect packed lunches before you reach Preikestolen Basecamp, where life vests and paddles wait at the lakeshore and your guide coaches everyone through a short canoe safety briefing before you cross Revsvatnet. You land on the far bank and step onto a hidden trail that winds through forest, bog and open hillside at a pace that leaves room for photos, water breaks and the odd joke while the main tourist convoy is somewhere else entirely.
When you reach Preikestolen the fjord view feels earned after paddle and climb, and you eat your packed lunch on the trail before descending with your guide and riding back to Stavanger with tired arms and happy legs. The itinerary below shows how pickup, paddling and the secret path fit together across the day.
Revsvatnet lies close to the Preikestolen hiking area, linking lake paddling with the plateau walk in one circular day from Stavanger. The landscape shifts from quiet water to alpine views in a single journey, which is why this route feels so different from the standard car-park approach.
Pickup uses city centre hotels and agreed meeting points confirmed at booking, with the same area used for drop-off after a long day on the water and the mountain.
Minimum age eight years with moderate fitness for paddling and a three hour uphill hike. You should be comfortable sitting in a canoe and walking uneven ground in hiking boots with grip.
Provide dietary restrictions when you book for the packed lunch. Bring waterproofs and spare layers as for any Norwegian mountain day, because weather can change quickly once you leave the lakeshore.
Combining paddle and hike needs guides who are happy switching hats from canoe coach to mountain leader in one day, and this crew does both without making either half feel rushed. You get proper instruction on the lake and the same calm leadership on the climb.
The hidden trail is genuinely quiet because it is not on the standard tourist map, so your photos tend to show empty paths and wide fjord views instead of a queue of backpacks.
Pickup is arranged from hotels and agreed points in Stavanger city centre. Share your accommodation details when you book so the driver can plan the morning collection route.
Guests arriving by cruise ship can mention pier timings so the team can confirm whether a standard departure fits the ship schedule.
Collection and return drop-off in Stavanger city centre are included on this departure when you book through the connected checkout.
Confirm your hotel name and a reachable mobile number after reserving so drivers can find you at the agreed time on the morning of the trip.
Mountain trips may be shortened, rerouted or rescheduled when wind, ice, fog or heavy rain makes exposed sections unsafe for the group.
Your guide monitors conditions on the day and explains the safest option. Waterproof layers and spare warm clothing are essential in fjord terrain even in summer.
Wear broken-in hiking boots with ankle support and soles that grip wet rock and mud. Synthetic or wool layers work better than cotton when you heat up on climbs and cool down on ridges.
Pack a waterproof shell and trousers, gloves and a hat in cooler months, and protect your phone in a dry bag inside your pack.
We recommend insurance that covers outdoor activities and any medical costs abroad, including helicopter rescue where applicable in remote Norwegian terrain.
Check that your policy matches the activities on your booking and keep emergency contact details accessible during the hike.
Departures are capped at a small maximum so the guide can coach technique, manage pace and keep the day personal rather than feeling like a large coach tour.
If you travel solo you may share the vehicle with other guests booked on the same date, but on-trail leadership stays with your qualified guide throughout.
Solo bookings are welcome and you will share transport with other guests on the same departure when seats are available.
On the trail the guide still leads one cohesive group and adjusts pace so nobody is left behind on the uphill or downhill sections.
Tipping is optional in Norway and never required for your guide or driver to deliver a professional day on the mountain.
If you wish to thank the team for exceptional service, a modest cash tip or a positive review after the trip is always appreciated.
Guiding on these hikes is in English so international guests can follow safety briefings and ask questions throughout the day.
If your group needs clarification on local place names or folklore, guides are happy to explain during rest stops on the trail.
No previous paddling is required because your guide teaches basic strokes, balance and safety on the lake before the short crossing to the trailhead.
Life vests are provided for every guest, and the lake is usually calm in normal conditions, though your guide may adjust plans if wind picks up.
A packed lunch from Skafferiet kitchen is included in the price; share dietary needs when you book so the kitchen can prepare.
Bring additional snacks and at least one litre of water per person for the long hiking section after paddling because appetite and thirst increase on the climb to Preikestolen.
About the centre
Stavanger
You'll explore the Lysefjord region with local guides who know how to keep groups away from crowded trails while still reaching iconic viewpoints such as Preikestolen and Kjerag. Trips range from sunrise hikes and winter routes with a hot meal to multi-day journeys along the fjord, with small groups so the pace stays comfortable and the day feels personal.
Pickup in Stavanger city centre is arranged for many departures, and your guide handles the planning, safety briefings, and on-trail support from start to finish. Equipment needed for the activity is provided where stated on each trip, so you can focus on the scenery, the stories along the path, and the sense of achievement at the summit or fjord edge.
Operated by Fjord Hikes AS, a partner of adventuro.
