Below you’ll find the minimum gear required for this trip. You will need to pack your equipment in smaller dry bags (provided) in the kayak.

You shouldn’t bring more than you can fit in a 60 litre backpack (you don’t need a 60l backpack, this is just a guide as to the maximum space you’ll have), as we will also need space for common equipment in the kayaks (tents, food, water, cooking equipment, etc.).

During this trip you are likely to get wet and unless it’s unusually warm your clothing will take some time to dry. Please take the weather forecast into account when deciding what to pack! You can find the weather forecast here.

We provide:

• Dry trousers / pants (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)

• Paddling cag / jacket (compatible with the dry pants)

• Neoprene wetsuit boots (worn on top of the built in feet of the dry pants to protect them)

• Buoyancy aid

• Spray skirt - a spray skirt is a flexible waterproof cover for a kayak with a hole for the paddler's waist. They are used to prevent water from entering the kayak.

• Lunch box

• Mug

• Tent (shared with another Gutsy Girl unless you choose to upgrade to a private tent)

• Sleeping mat

• Dry bags

What to Bring:

Personal

• Water bottles - at least 1x2l or 2x1l, if you drink a lot bring 3l capacity

• Purification tablets if you feel necessary (water top-ups will be from fresh streams) (optional)

• Toiletries

• Personal medication

• Personal toilet kit (toilet paper and hand-sanitizer - we recommend keeping these in a zip lock bag to keep dry)

• Daypack for storing lunch and water during the hikes

• Sunscreen (waterproof)

• Insect repellent

• Bite cream

• Head torch with red light

• Powerbank (optional - you could go phone-free while out on expedition! Note there will not be electricity on the wild camp sites)

• Camera (optional but recommended)

• Sunglasses & a floating strap

• Thermos for hot drinks (optional for summer trips, essential in September and October)

• Sleeping bag (3-season) & compression sack (OR you can rent one from us for £20 - add this option when you book or send us an email if you’ve already booked)

• Inflatable/camping pillow (optional) 

• Sitting pad (optional but recommended)

• Credit/debit card and some cash (most Norwegians like contactless, but you might want a little cash in NOK)

• Sleep mask and ear plugs (optional)

• Waterproof phone case (and attached strap)

• Flip flops or sliders - for use around the cabin and getting to/from the kit room

• Compeed/blister plasters and sports tape/kinesiology tape in case your boots rub 

Clothes

Hiking Essential:

• Hiking boots (mandatory)

• Hiking socks

• Hardshell jacket (waterproof)

• Hiking trousers - lightweight and fast drying

• T-shirts / base layers (weather / temperature dependent) - lightweight and fast drying

• Wool / fleece mid-layers

• Underwear

Hiking Recommended:

• Waterproof trousers for hiking (particularly recommended if your week is looking wet!)

• Hiking shorts - lightweight and fast drying (if you have a warm week!)

Kayaking Essential (please see FAQs below for more detail):

• Quick-drying clothes - lightweight t-shirts, base layers, mid-layers

• At least two sets of thermal/wool long johns and long sleeved baselayer top (not cotton). You will wear these under your dry suit.

• Mid layer - fleece or similar

• Socks (wool is warmest) - you’ll wear these inside your dry suit while kayaking

• Travel towel

• Underwear

Kayaking Recommended:

• Extra underwear (you may get wet and may take some time to dry - spares advised!)

• Swimwear

Recommended for both hiking and kayaking :

• Buff

• Lightweight down / insulated jacket for chilly mornings & evenings (weather dependent - please check forecast)

• Cap or sun hat (summer months)

• Beanie (weather dependent - please check forecast)

Essential for fjord swimming (optional activity):

• Swimwear - two sets may be useful if you intend to swim multiple times

Recommended/optional for fjord swimming:

• Neoprene socks or booties & neoprene gloves

• Goggles

• Swim cap