Norway · CRUISES & BOAT TOURS
Half the country only makes sense from a deck. The 15 below run from a ninety-minute harbour hop to a full day up a fjord arm, each priced per head and clear on whether there is a roof when the weather turns.
Set out from Bergen’s Fish Market on Rødne Fjord Cruise’s 3.5-hour voyage to Mostraumen. You’ll pass Bryggen, sail through Osterfjord, approach a waterfall, and watch for eagles. English and Norwegian audio commentary, a warm cabin, sun decks, toilets, and snacks for sale make this an easy half-day outing.
“It was a great experience , the crew was great and it was one of greatest moment in my life”
Set out from Strandkaien in Stavanger on a 3.5-hour electric catamaran cruise to Lysefjord. Hear English or Norwegian commentary, pause at Fantahålå and Preikestolen, and feel the spray from Hengjanefossen. The boat has panoramic windows, sun decks, Wi-Fi, a kiosk, and wheelchair access.
“The boat was spacious. They stopped and slowed down for us to take pictures.”
Set out from Oslo Fjordhage, opposite the Opera House, for a 90-minute electric cruise around the inner Oslofjord. You will pass Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Hovedøya, and Oslo’s islands from a warm lounge or fully accessible deck. Download the Voice of Norway app before boarding and bring headphones.
“Really enjoyable tour, the boat was very new and allowed good views all round while remaining warm. (I think it was -6 on my tour) The audio guide was helpful, though a little clunky knowing which parts went for where you are which could have been my fault not understanding it correctly.”
Join Brim Explorer for a nine-hour whale search from Tromsø to the herring-rich fjords near Skjervøy. Ride a heated hybrid-electric catamaran, hear clear explanations from guides such as Connor, Bee, Adrian, and Ivan, and watch for orcas, humpbacks, fin whales, and sperm whales.
“Very nice, beautiful setting. Orcas are a little shy and prefer to play with the small boats around them. Biut unless you would die to see orcas, I appreciated the beautiful setting comfortably seated in the big boat, even if the orcas are more far than on small boats.”
Spend five hours aboard the family-run Capella with guides such as Thomas, Jack, and Stephanie. Cruise past Ryøya and Ramfjorden, try fishing, watch for eagles and dolphins, and warm up with soup, hot drinks, and biscuits.
“It was the perfect tour with amazing scenery of the fjords. The start and end location of the tour was just one minute away from the Radisson Blu—very convenient. The boat was small but cozy, with nice tea and coffee facilities. Fishing was also fun; we saw an eagle and the fish caught by the tourists, was added to the freshly cooked fish soup. By the way Stephanie’s fish soup was the best food we tried during the trip. The hosts were friendly and attentive—I definitely recommend it!”
You’ll sail from Bergen’s harbor past Bryggen and along 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. Captain Harald and the crew may add personal touches, while the boat offers warm indoor seating, outdoor decks, commentary, and drinks for purchase. Allow 3.5 to 4 hours.
“Amazing morning out on the fjords! It was cute short by like 15 mins due to ice but still absolutely worth every penny!”
Join Brim Explorer for a three-hour cruise from Svolvær to Trollfjord aboard a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. English-speaking guides such as Tobias, Bee, Margot, and Ivan share local wildlife and culture while you watch for white-tailed eagles, whales, porpoises, and waterfalls.
“Spectacular scenery! Unfortunately the weather wasn’t the best but the crew made the most out of it! We saw plenty of eagles. The crew is very nice and the food on board super tasty. Highly recommend!”
Set out from Tromsø for four hours of fjord scenery, fishing villages, eagles, dolphins, and possible marine life below the boat. English-speaking guides such as Fred, Tobias, Frida, and Francesca add history and humor. You can buy coffee, lunch, beer, wine, and hot chocolate onboard.
“Loved the tour! The guides were very nice and super informative. They added some history of the islands and Tromso to help pass the time when traveling to and from the Fjords. Amazing views!”
Spend two calm hours on a 100% electric boat from Oslo City Hall pier. You will see Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Munch Museum, small islands, and waterfront homes, with English audio commentary, indoor and outdoor seating, Wi-Fi, blankets, and optional Bygdøy access.
“Excellent cruise. Great value and easy to find. Friendly staff.”
Spend three hours aboard a restored wooden sailing ship on Oslofjord. Enjoy an all-you-can-eat buffet of fresh peel-and-eat shrimp with bread, butter, lettuce, mayonnaise, and dill while cruising past Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay. Drinks, blankets, music, and toilets are available onboard.
“Journey experience was perfect. Correct length of time on the boat. We lucked out when we sat beside a lovely French family who were very good company. Very enjoyable trip. Highly recommend.”
Set out from central Tromsø at 8pm with Polar Adventures guides such as Ken, Holly, Thomas, or Hans Eric. Search the fjords for the Aurora from the deck, warm up in the cabin with hot chocolate and cookies, and learn simple camera settings. Return at 11:30pm.
“Amazing. The guides were awesome, and went above and beyond. We found the Green Lady on a night with low probability, and the guides were extremely helpful in capturing the moment. Would recommend!”
Sail from Tromsø on Rødne Fjord Cruise’s warm, spacious catamaran, passing the Arctic Cathedral, islands, villages, and snow-covered fjords. Guides such as Daniel, Jana, and Carolin share local history and wildlife tips, while you can watch from outdoor decks, warm up with free tea or coffee, and try a short photography lesson.
“Everything was fine. The only thing that can be approved upon was the getting on and off the ship. It was very dangerous getting on and off and my spouse actually feel going off the ship. She”
Join Brim Explorer at Rådhusbrygge 2 for a two-hour Oslofjord cruise on the quiet electric Ms Brisen. An English-speaking guide such as Susie, Sarah, or Frederick points out Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, islands, and fjord wildlife. Choose a warm salon or outdoor deck, with snacks and drinks available onboard.
“This was a great experience! I would highly recommend it to my family and friends.”
Cruise from Stavanger’s Strandkaien into Lysefjord aboard a comfortable Helgøy boat. You’ll see Preikestolen from below, Fantahålå, Ådnøy, and Hengjanefossen, also called the Whiskey Waterfall. Guides and audio commentary are available in six languages, with outdoor viewing and indoor seating.
“Our guide for the day was a delight. She was informative and chatty without being distracting. She took pictures when requested and overall did a great job. The bus was clean and we had a good view from the windows. The Voringfossen Waterfall was beautiful. So many different vantage points to see it. Some of the hiking was a little steep/uneven but with the right shoeware, there was no problem. After sufficient time to walk to all the viewpoints and a quick bathroom stop it was back on the bus. We then drove to see the dam. Big beautiful and glacier views. However, it was extremely cold there with lots…”
Board Rødne Fjord Cruise’s warm catamaran behind Nerstranda shopping center for a 2.5-hour Northern Lights chase. Guides such as Jana, Valeria, Hannah, and Douaa explain the science and folklore, help with photos, and search the fjords for clear skies. Tea and coffee are free, with a second cruise included if needed.
“We were lucky enough to see aurora borealis for pretty much our whole trip, it was a great night and the guides are lovely and very helpful. We got some great pictures !”
Pick a fjord, a sky or a sled.
