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Kayak guide Lysefjord

About the job

As a kayak guide for Nordic Paddling, you will mainly be guiding our multi-day trips and day tours.
With the right qualification, you can also teach our introduction- and foundation courses.
Most of the time you will work alone or with 1-2 other guides.
You will have an influence on how the trips are run, with room for personal guiding style. You will get industry competitive salary, and access to our multiple outfitter deals on kayaking gear and outdoor equipment. We can also help sort out accommodation for you throughout the season.

Your tasks will be:

Guest transfers
Trip preparation including shopping food, packing equipment and kayaks.
Teaching and guiding guests
Cooking during the trip
Taking photos
Clean up / repair equipment after trips.
Other practical operational tasks.

We expect you have:

Minimum 3-star qualification or equivalent experience, e.g. IPP3/BC3*/EPP3
Minimum 1 year of relevant outdoor education
Valid first aid certification (12 hours)
Valid driving license class B (for atleast two years)
Fluent in a Scandinavian language and English

It’s an advantage if you have:

Minimum 3-star qualification or equivalent experience, e.g. IPP3/BC3*/EPP3
Minimum 1 year of relevant outdoor education
Valid first aid certification (12 hours)
Valid driving license class B (for atleast two years)
Fluent in a Scandinavian language and English

How to apply:

If you would like to be part of our team, submit you application (+ résumé & cover letter in PDF) to this form.

Any questions can be directed to Head Guide Sebastian at sebastian@nordicpaddling.no.

Workplace: Forsand, Norway

Work regulation: Seasonal position May-October.

Possibility for full time seasonal position.
Start in either beginning of May or mid-June.
Season ends in October.

Last application date: 31. January 2026

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Kayak guide

Become our new kayak guide in Stavanger and Lysefjorden!

Are you an experienced kayaking enthusiast with a passion for sharing outdoor experiences? We’re looking for someone who wants to join our team as a kayak guide and instructor in beautiful Stavanger and the majestic Lysefjorden. This is a part-time position, paid hourly/per shift, perfect for those seeking flexibility.

Your tasks will be:

Guiding day trips: Take guests on wonderful kayak trips in the Stavanger area and Lysefjorden. You’ll share your knowledge of local nature, culture, and history, ensuring a safe and rewarding experience for all participants.
Teaching kayak courses: Teach basic and advanced kayaking skills to participants in our courses in Stavanger. This includes introductory and basic courses.

We expect you have:

We’re looking for a self-reliant, structured, and pedagogical individual. You thrive working in nature and have a genuine joy in teaching and guiding others.
You must have NPF Activity Leader certification or equivalent recognized kayaking certification.
You are fluent in a Scandinavian language (Norwegian, Swedish, or Danish) and English, both verbally and in writing.
Solid experience paddling in various conditions and good knowledge of safety procedures. Teaching experience is an advantage.

It’s an advantage if you have: