Ulvik waterfall sightseeing tour

Highlights

• Scenic coach round trip along the Ulvikfjord, Osafjord and Hardangerfjord, with views of the iconic Hardanger Bridge
• Around 30 minutes at Skjervsfossen waterfall, where you can experience the falls up close – and even enjoy a refreshing shower from the spray if you wish
• Spectacular drive through the beautiful Espelandsdalen valley, passing mountain lakes and waterfalls
• Photo stop at a panoramic viewpoint overlooking Ulvik, the fjord and the surrounding mountains
• Optional stop along the Fruit and Cider Route where you can get off the bus to visit local cider farms before enjoying a scenic walk back to the harbour (the farms are approximately 2.9 km, 2.3 km and 1.9 km from the cruise ship)

Skjervsfossen waterfall

Your journey begins with a scenic drive from Ulvik, following the shores of the Ulvikfjord and Osafjord before joining the Hardangerfjord, with wonderful views of the iconic Hardanger Bridge along the way. After travelling through the Vallavik Tunnel, you’ll arrive at the spectacular Skjervsfossen waterfall.

You’ll have around 30 minutes to explore this impressive natural attraction. A short walk of approximately 100–150 metres takes you right to the foot of the waterfall, where you can admire the rushing water from close range and experience The Shower – a specially designed viewing area that lets you feel the full force of the waterfall. If there’s been heavy rainfall, don’t be surprised if you get a little wet!

After 30 minutes, the coach will be waiting at the same place to continue the journey.

Espelandsdalen and Espelandsdalen waterfall

The tour continues through the beautiful Espelandsdalen Valley, a peaceful landscape of mountain lakes, rivers and cascading waterfalls, including views of the impressive Espelandsfossen waterfall.

The road through the valley, completed in 1901, was the first land route connecting Ulvik with the surrounding region, allowing local people to travel without relying on boats.

Ulvik viewpoint

Before descending back to the village, we’ll stop at a spectacular viewpoint high above Ulvik. From here you can enjoy panoramic views across the village, the fjord, orchards and surrounding mountains – a perfect opportunity for photographs.

The fruit and cider route 

On the return journey, the coach follows the picturesque Fruit and Cider Route, passing orchards and traditional cider farms that have made Hardanger famous.

We recommend getting off the coach here to visit one or more of the cider farms before enjoying a leisurely walk back to the harbour. The walk offers beautiful views across the fjord and takes you through the heart of Ulvik’s fruit-growing landscape. The three farms are located approximately 2.9 km, 2.3 km and 1.9 km from the cruise ship.

Schedule 28.07 2026

Tour 1
10:00 Departure from Brakanes hotel at the harbour
10:40 Skjervsfossen waterfall
11:10 Dep. waterfall
11:50 Ulvik viewpoint
12:05 Fruit and cider route
Visit the farms and walk back to the ship or:
12:20 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour

Tour 2
13:00 Departure from Brakanes hotel at the harbour
13:40 Skjervsfossen waterfall
14:10 Dep. waterfall
14:50 Ulvik viewpoint
15:05 Fruit and cider route
15:20 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour
Or: get off the coach and visit the fruit and cider route
16:00 Bus from the farms
16:15 Arrival Brakanes hotel at the harbour