The Viking Challenge

Awaken the Viking in you and plunge into the ice-cold thrill of jumping into the crystal-clear waters of the Lysefjord - one of the deepest and most spectacular fjords in the world. Not for the faint-hearted, but just the thing for adventurers!

A man with tattoos and swimming trunks jumps into the water from a boat. Mountains and water can be seen in the background.

In winter, the water temperature in the Lysefjord drops to below 4 °C / 40°F - and even in summer it manages just 18 °C / 64°F. Sounds fresh? It is!

With depths of up to 460 m, icy water and a natural backdrop that will take your breath away, the Viking Challenge is guaranteed to be an experience you will never forget. We promise: Goosebumps are included - and not just because of the temperature!

Man swimming in the water next to a boat with an outboard motor.

Anyone who proves that they are a true Viking deserves the highest recognition! Once you have passed the challenge, you will receive our exclusive Viking Challenge pin as a memento - well deserved!

Logo of Viking Challenge Ryfylke Adventures, showing a Viking with helmet and beard, surrounded by Norwegian flags. Text in circle outline.

What you should bring:
Courage, swimwear and a good dose of good humor - because jumping into the ice-cold Lysefjord? You'll never regret it.
We bring the cozy bath towels, you bring the Viking in you. Deal?