Lindesnes, South Cape

Join us on exploring the South Cape of Norway and the surrounding area. The southern point of Norway is the highlight of this expedition, but the surrounding area is home to much more. Rich wildlife, remote campsites and unique landscapes lies along our planned route.

Dates: 4-8 August 2024
Price: 4900 NOK, 525 EUR
Rental kayak: Available for 1000 NOK
Number of participants: 6

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We will explore Norways southern cape with its exposed and varied coastline. From Lindesnes lighthouse and the surrounding archipelagos with hilly islands filled with remains of a long history of fishery and coastal maritime traffic to the Lista coast with its several long sandy beaches, protected coastal landscape areas with bird sanctuaries.

The area is known for its intense weather conditions, as thus the weather will determine the route and our camp spot locations. Aim of the trip is exploring this beautiful coastline from our sea kayak and the many interesting islands and islets in the archipelago by foot.

We will make some time to forage and taste edibles from the coast and the sea.

This trip is suitable for anyone comfortable in 3 star conditions, about 1,25 meter waves and 8 meters of second wind (15 knots).

From Mandal to Lista (Ryvingen – Lindesnes- Rauna lighthouse)

Day 1: arrival at Mandal, paddle toRyvingen fyr- Sandøy (camp): 13 km

Day 2: Sandøy- Grønningen (camp): 23 km

Day 3: Grønningen – Lindesnes- Sutnøy (camp): 21 km

Day 4: Sutnøy- Listastrender)- Lomsesand camping: 20 km

Day 5: Surfing day Lista / if no surf- paddle to Rauna lighthouse: 20 km

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Medical / health issues:

If you have any health issues affecting yourself or the group, please let us know in advance. You are responsible for qualifying yourself fit and healthy enough to participate.

Equipment required:

Dry suit
Warm clothing, waterproof jacket
Hiking shoes or boots
Tow rope for sea kayaking
Sunscreen
A hat to protect yourself from the sun
Helmet for sea kayaking
Neoprene gloves or mittens
Camping gear (tent, sleeping bag, sleeping mat, stove)

The mean temperature is 16 degrees celsius in August.

Environmental considerations:

We like the term “leave nothing but footprints, take nothing but photographs”. We will bring out all garbage with us. Campfires will be made on a bed of rocks to leave no trace. We will bring a small shovel to to dig small holes and cover any human waste.

Insurance:

Travel insurance is always recommended. You are responsible for having the appropriate accident and travel insurance for sea kayaking on a remote coastline for several days. Call your insurance agency if in doubt. We recommend booking a return flight which includes cancellation insurance.

Accommodation:

We will be wild camping in our tents in some of the most stunning nature Norway has to offer.

Guides:

On this trip Kriki De Smet will be your guide. She has completed several sea kayak trips in this area. She is an outdoor educator by profession and a biologist by education. Kriki enjoys foraging and sharing her knowledge about the local flora and fauna.