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Top 15 Kayak Trips in Norway

52 tours  ·  from $27

The 15 best kayak trips you can book today, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.

Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - From Tromsø city center to the basecamp
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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

1.Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · from $191Our pick

Join Sommarøy Adventure Tromsø AS for a five-hour winter kayak trip from Tromsø. Guides such as Rune and Eamonn lead small groups through snowy fjords, with drysuits, boots, gloves, transport, hot drinks, and snacks included. Calm water, seals, sea eagles, otters, thin ice, and polar-night skies are all possible.

“The Kajak Tour was a great experience. The guide told interesting facts about the beautiful nature of Norway and we could experience the wild life of Norway’s fjords. We would definitely recommend this tour.”

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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour - Meeting the guides and getting onto the water
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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

2.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 322 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Meet at Eggum’s small fishing harbor and paddle a double kayak between low islands on the open sea. Guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santi help beginners feel at ease, point out seabirds and sea eagles, and serve tea, hot chocolate, and snacks during an island stop.

“Nice afternoon! Our guide Lucio was professional and talkative, thanks! We got a lot of photos as well. We recommend.”

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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord - Reaching Nordic Paddling from Stavanger
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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

3.Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 200 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Meet Nordic Paddling 40 minutes from Stavanger for a three-hour guided kayak trip on Lysefjord. Learn basic paddling, pass granite gorges and Refsa waterfall, and look for seals near Vagabonds Cave. Guides such as Sini, Sandra, Camilla, and Jonas help beginners feel safe.

“Amazing experience and amazing photos. Thanks to our amazing guide. Highly recommend!!”

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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour - Your first paddle in a stable double kayak
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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

4.Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 5 hours · from $198

From Bergen’s tourist information office, guide Iris, Johan, Johann, or another Fjord Expedition guide takes you 40 minutes to Øygarden for a beginner-friendly paddle among small islands. Expect safety instruction, stable double kayaks, local stories, wildlife, waterproof gear, lunch, apple juice, and Norwegian waffles.

“Iris from fjord expedition was a fantastic guide - she lead us through the beautiful surroundings, chatting with us all personally while also giving us knowledge of the area (historical, wildlife etc). The equipment was top - we’ve been on several other kayak tours with cheap or uncomfortable kayaks. These were comfy, easy to use and very stable (also had jackets and sea skirts to keep you dry)”

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Midnight Sun Kayak - Northern Explorer - What the three-hour outing feels like
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Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

5.Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104Top rated

Meet Northern Explorer at Eggum Harbour at 10 p.m. for a three-hour double-kayak trip along the coast and nearby islands. Guides such as Lucio, Israel, Santiago, and Santi provide safety help, local stories, photos, tea, and snacks. No previous kayaking experience is needed.

“We were blessed with the absolute best conditions for this trip. Our wonderful guide, Israel, took great pictures of our group kayaking and shared them with us once we beached. A truly fabulous experience! We also had a great hamburger and fish & chips at the little Eggum takeaway container at the end of the road, by the WWII radar ruins.”

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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen - Safety instruction before the first paddle
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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

6.Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $204

Meet guides such as Victor, Iris, or Johann at Bergen’s Tourist Information for a beginner-friendly sea-kayaking trip to Øygarden. Expect double kayaks, safety instruction, about 2 to 2.5 hours on the water, coastal wildlife, and a local lunch with waffles and apple juice.

“We had a fantastic time! The weather was cold and rainy but our guide Iris got us bundled up properly! We had so much fun exploring the North Sea and the little islands of the sound. We got back to a delicious lunch of salmon wraps and freshly made waffles with home made plum jam. Weather is unpredictable but don’t feel you should reschedule for bad weather. If it’s not safe, they will reschedule.”

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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund - Starting at Brunholmen with a proper safety briefing
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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

7.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Brunholmen for a 2.5-hour guided paddle through Ålesund’s waterways and around Brosundet. Guides such as Linda, Daniel, Patrick, and Kristoff provide safety instruction, local history, and photo stops. Flexible departure times may offer evening or sunset light, though wind can alter the route.

“The biggest issue with this kayak trip is going around the city was not very scenic. It was fun Kayaking and the guide was nice had helpful but not much to look at. We kayaked to the industrial side of the town and was hoping to see a few more sites then just this. It may be that this all there was to see in Alesund. Might have been better time spent hiking to the scenic view instead.”

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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure - Getting ready in a dry suit
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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

8.2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Meet your Norwegian or English-speaking guide at Svolvær harbor, gear up in a dry suit, and paddle calm winter waters in a stable double kayak. Guides such as Toby, Roger, Reuben, and Johnathan have helped beginners with technique, local stories, and changing Arctic weather.

“We did the kayak tour, and it was amazing, the views and everything was so beautiful! Our tour guide was very helpful and friendly, he was always making sure we were all fine, and provided all history landmarks.”

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Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking - Meeting the group beside Olden’s cruise port
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Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

9.Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Join Fjordkayaking.com for two calm, beginner-friendly hours on Nordfjord near Olden. Guides such as Richard, Peder, Peter, and Nikca teach the basics, share local stories, and help with photos. Stable kayaks, English guidance, and a short walk from the cruise dock make this an easy shore-day choice.

“Amazing experience - can’t fault it! Highly recommend”

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Half Day Kayak - Northern Explores AS - Paddling northeast around the small islands
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Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

10.Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Meet your guide at Eggum for a three-hour paddle around small islands northeast of the beach. You’ll learn kayak safety before setting out, pause for snacks and hot tea or coffee, and hear local stories. Guides may include Lucio, Israel, or Carlos, and no prior kayaking experience is required.

“I don’t think this trip is well suited for beginners. Myself and my friend had no kayaking experience which is why we booked this tour as it was described as ‘perfect for beginners’. We didn’t get much of a briefing on how to steer the kayak, how best to use the oars, techniques etc. The tour involved kayaking across a windy bay to get to the islands which is hard work and difficult if you’re not used to sea kayaking. The tour takes you round a few sheltered islands that weren’t very pretty or interesting to look at and we didn’t see any wildlife at all. Then on the way…”

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Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks - A useful briefing for first-time kayakers
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Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

11.Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 65 reviews · from $75

Meet your guide at Eggum’s fishing harbor, by the little red container, for a three-hour paddle around calm islands and fjord-lined waters. You’ll use a double kayak, learn the basics before setting off, stop for snacks and hot drinks, and hear about Lofoten’s nature and coastal life.

“We had a fantastic morning kayaking with Lucio! The weather was pretty average but we all made the best of it as a group, and Lucio was a friendly guide and made it a really enjoyable experience :) we would highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting the Lofoten Islands!”

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Hellesylt: Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience - Stable kayaks make the first strokes less daunting
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Hellesylt: Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience

12.Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Paddle Hellesylt’s calm fjord for two hours with a certified English or Norwegian speaking guide. You’ll use stable beginner-friendly kayaks, follow the shoreline, look for wildlife, and hear local stories about Helsetkopen. Cruise visitors can walk from the dock to the base in about five minutes.

“Peder and Vibeke were amazing guides. a fun activity that included geological and natural info and amazing scenery.”

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From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer - The road from Tromsø across Kvaløya
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From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer

13.Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · from $157

Travel from Tromsø across Kvaløya to Sommarøy for a six-hour sea kayaking trip with a local guide such as Rune or Gaute. Wear the provided drysuit, paddle sheltered sounds, stop for a hot drink on a white beach, and watch for sea eagles, otters, and Arctic terns.

“Awesome experience! Great guide and made sure to make the tour feel as authentic and special as possible. A beautiful area to see. Must do if you’re visiting Tromsø!”

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Stavanger: Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch - The views before Preikestolen
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Stavanger: Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch

14.Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 46 reviews · from $273

Paddle across Revsvatnet, then follow a quiet, rocky trail to Preikestolen with a local guide. Expect scrambling, fjord views, a packed Villa Rosehagen lunch, hot berry juice, and a small group of up to eight. Guides may include Allan, Line, Erlend, or Stefan.

“An exceptionally delightful and unparalleled adventure involving kayaking, hiking, and climbing is highly recommended for individuals in good physical condition. I express my gratitude to our guide who was the most amiable person encountered during my stay in Norway.”

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Oslo: 3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord - Starting at Karenslyst båtopplag
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Oslo: 3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

15.3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 3 hours · from $146

Join Oslo Kayak Tours for a three-hour guided paddle from Sjølyst Marina across the Oslofjord. Sven and the team teach basic technique and safety, then lead you toward nearby islands, beaches, city views, and quiet fjord water. No previous kayaking experience is required, but you must be able to swim.

“Sven was very knowledgeable of the area & kayaking. He gave great basic instructions. We had some beginners with us and he made sure they were comfortable. We had a variety of water conditions, so it was a very good 3 hour workout, not just a calm paddle. Highly recommend.”

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