The Faroe Islands are made for experiences. Here, nature is not a backdrop – it is the main attraction. Steep cliffs, open spaces, the power of the sea and small settlements provide the setting for authentic experiences that are felt more than seen.
At Make Travel, we put together experiences in the Faroe Islands that provide insight, intimacy and genuine connections to the islands and their people.
True insider knowledge, local partners and a deep understanding of the Faroe Islands.
Each journey is customized to your wishes, pace and purpose.
Nature, culture and Faroese traditions - also outside the high season.
One contact person before, during and after the trip.
Cultural history and wildlife
In the outback, you can see how our ancestors lived and coped. Stone outbuildings, boathouses, old field strips(teigalendi), peat huts and peat pits(kráir) tell us how close to nature they lived. There are old in-field fences, sheep pens(geilar), sheepfolds, sheep shelters(ból), sheep houses and fransatoftir, which are ruins of small houses where people hid from pirates in the old days.
Everywhere you go you’ll see free-range sheep, geese, a myriad of plants and the possibility of seeing hares.
In the outback you can also enjoy the rich birdlife. Here you’ll find curlews, snipe, jackdaws, egrets, oystercatchers, avocets, great skuas, ravens and crows.
Paths between settlements
The tours described in this leaflet are all along cairns – the ancient land connections between settlements. Before roads were built, people often traveled on foot between settlements, e.g. to go to court, to shop or to visit the nearest church for a service, christening, wedding – or, on the last journey, carried in a coffin. The paths are marked with ancient cairns. As in neighboring countries, the cairns show the way so that the traveler does not get lost.
The trip out to Bøsdalafossur does not follow cairns, but follows designated footpaths.
The length and duration of each trip is calculated based on normal walking speed one way, excluding footpaths. Here the distance is round trip. Meal breaks and the like are not included.
Take care of nature
Nature is vulnerable and therefore it is important that we all show consideration so that it can continue to be preserved – Follow the cairns and other markings and do not go off the paths, either on cultivated land or in the outfield.
The weather decides
First are suggestions for routes that are not very demanding. Next are mountain routes that require a certain level of fitness. The last are long routes where there is a lot to experience, but without overexertion.
The routes are designed to minimize disruption to traffic. Some routes go through tunnels. If you’re not used to cycling in tunnels, consider taking the bus or choosing alternative routes.
Everywhere you go you’ll experience beautiful scenery, changeable weather and abundant wildlife. Enjoy the views at your leisure as you move around the landscape and make unforgettable memories to take home with you.
To get the most out of your trip, there are some things you should take into account:
Difficulty level
1 Cycling along the coast
Only exceptionally exceed 30 meters height.
2 There are only a few hills on the route.
The altitude does not exceed 150 meters.
3 There are tough uphill and steep downhill sections.
The route is at an altitude of 3-400 meters.
4 There are tough moves and uphill and steep downhill.
The route is at an altitude of 4-500 meters.
The Faroe Islands’ nature is dramatic, raw and ever-changing. Experiences depend on weather, season and light – which is why no two days are the same. Many of our guests come to experience nature up close, either on their own or with local guides.
Popular nature experiences include:
Experiencing the Faroe Islands with a local guide gives you access to knowledge, stories and places that you rarely find on your own. Our guides know the nature, the weather and the culture – and adapt the experiences to suit the conditions.
A guided tour in the Faroe Islands is ideal for those who want deeper insight, safety and flexibility, especially in areas where conditions can change quickly.
Experiences in the Faroe Islands are not just about nature. The islands’ culture and history are alive and evident in everyday life. Music, chain dancing, local stories and Faroese specialties are a natural part of many experiences.
We integrate cultural elements into the trips, so you get a holistic experience where both nature and culture are represented.
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At Make Travel, experiences are never stand-alone activities. They are always part of an overall itinerary where logistics, accommodation and transportation are linked. This gives you peace of mind, an overview and more time for the most important thing – the experiences.
The Faroe Islands can be experienced all year round. Summer offers long bright days and good conditions for hiking. Spring is characterized by birdlife. Autumn is calm and atmospheric, while winter shows the islands’ most raw and authentic side.
We help you choose the experiences that best suit the season and your interests.
The Faroe Islands are waiting – and so are we. Contact Make Travel today and let us customize your trip to the North Atlantic’s most beautiful islands.
Call us on +298 232101 or +298 232103. You can also send us an email at make@make.fo and we will respond to your inquiry as soon as possible.
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