The 15 Best Fjord Cruises in Tromsø

1.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125Our pick

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!”

Check availability →Read our full review

2.Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,442 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $120Best value

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”

Check availability →Read our full review

3.Arctic Landscape and Fjord Tour with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 804 reviews · from $132

Ride from central Tromsø with an English-speaking guide such as Mansoor, Abdul, or Ahmad to fjords, snowy valleys, frozen lakes, and sea viewpoints. The small minivan reaches scenic roads that larger buses may miss. Expect photo help, hot chocolate, cookies, and traditional lefse cake.

“Good tour lots of stops and beautiful locations with a knowledgeable guide..”

Check availability →Read our full review

4.Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 464 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Set out from Tromsø’s Northern LightsFront Pier on a five-hour fjord cruise aboard a classic wooden boat. Your guide points out wildlife, history, and mountain views while you try fishing for cod and other Arctic fish. Thermal suits, fishing gear, hot drinks, and fish soup are included.

“The crew were so kind and friendly and the trip itself was amazing. The view was breathtaking! The fishing experience was so much fun and the soup and fried fish was superb.”

Check availability →Read our full review

5.Half Day Arctic Fjord Cruise from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 343 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $128

Cruise from Tromsø aboard Brim Explorer, a smooth hybrid-electric boat with indoor seating, outdoor decks, WiFi, restrooms, and a cafe. Guides such as Francesca, Ivan, Fred, and Massi share stories of fjords, fishing, ecology, and wartime history, with a stop at an old fishing facility.

“A very relaxing, smooth ride, in a warm and comfortable environment, with one stop/disembarking and a short, very informative lecture. The views are beautiful. Definitely would suggest it.”

Check availability →Read our full review

6.Arctic Wildlife & Fjord Sightseeing Tour by Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 224 reviews · 6 hours · from $220

Spend six hours crossing Kvaløya and Sommarøy in a comfortable black Mercedes with a local English or Norwegian-speaking guide. Expect fjords, beaches, fishing villages, frequent photo stops, a one-hour lunch at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel, and possible sightings of reindeer, eagles, seals, otters, or whales.

“Fabian was a great guide! He was funny, enthusiastic, and shared many insights about the Norwegian way of life in the way only a true blue local could. We also managed to get a ton of nice pictures and information about glaciers and fjords, etc.”

Check availability →Read our full review

7.Arctic Fjord Sightseeing by Minibus

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 118 reviews · from $136

Leave Tromsø’s center for Ersfjord, Sommarøy, and Hella on a small-group minibus trip. Your guide, possibly Jorgen, Lisa, Mikhaila, or Raul, shares local stories while you photograph fjords, beaches, mountains, and rock carvings. Lunch, hot drinks, snacks, winter gear, and tripod rental are included.

“The views are just fantastic . Clean mini bus and has a lovely welcome their base office. Unfortunately our tour guide didn’t provide a huge amount of information on the area / customs / local population. He didn’t appear to be very enthusiRead more”

Check availability →Read our full review

8.Half-Day Fishing & Fjord Cruise Adventure from Tromsø in Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 85 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $236

Sail from Tromsø aboard Hermes II, a historic wooden boat, and try for cod with crew guidance and provided rods. Captain Arndt and guides such as Truls Iversen share local stories while you pass the Arctic Cathedral, Tromsø Bridge, and fjords. Warm suits, a heated lounge, and hot drinks are included.

“My parents (late 70s), my husband and I (early 50s) REALLY enjoyed this fishing/fjord tour. We've been travelling for over 2 weeks and out of all our paid excursions, this was one of our favorites (maybe even our favorite out of all). The fishing, the boat and views were fantastic, but the crew made it perfect! All of them made us feel welcome and special. They did everything they could to ensure we had a great time. We learned so much about the ship and the area. I didnt catch any fish, but other passengers did, and the crew cleaned the cod and cooked it all for us to eat.…”

Check availability →Read our full review

9.Sommaroy Fjord Tour with Lunch Option & Midnight Sun

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 76 reviews · from $123

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy with an English-speaking guide, stopping at fjords, mountain viewpoints, and coastal scenery. Guides such as Pietro, Tomas, Mirko, Marek, and Mark are praised for lively commentary and photos. Evening departures from late May to mid-July may catch the midnight sun.

“Really nice Tour, i loved the Landscape. The Tour Guide Mirko did a great Job and showed us some nice places. He also took beautiful pictures and is very kind - fully recommend this Tour.”

Check availability →Read our full review

10.Tromso Luxury Sailing Yacht Polar Fjord Cruise with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 74 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $348

Set out from central Tromsø with captain Kenneth and guide Sachi for a four-and-a-half-hour small-group cruise on Balsfjorden. Expect Arctic views, seals or other wildlife, reindeer soup, hot drinks, and a warm yacht interior. Add the deck hot tub if you want the full cold-to-hot experience.

“The boat trip was awesome! You HAVE to book the hot tub, it was one of the best things we experienced in our week in Tromsø.”

Check availability →Read our full review

11.Luxury Polar Fjord Cruise w/ Hot Tub & Polar Plunge

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 54 reviews · 4h 30m · from $281

Spend 4.5 hours aboard Stella Oceana, a 33-meter ice-class sailing yacht, with Captain Kenneth and Sachi. Cruise Balsfjorden in a small group of 12, watch for seals, dolphins, and eagles, enjoy reindeer soup and hot drinks, and add the deck hot tub and Norwegian Sea polar plunge if you want extra cold-weather drama.

“This was my favorite part of my entire trip. I cannot recommend it enough!!!”

Check availability →Read our full review

12.Arctic Wildlife and Fjord Sightseeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $226

Travel from Tromsø to Kvaløya and Sommarøy in a comfortable Mercedes van with a maximum of eight people. Guides such as Adrian, Eric, Erik, and Stephan share local stories, seek reindeer and birds, and stop at fjords, beaches, villages, and photo points. Lunch is included on some departures.

“Fantastic experience! Legendary Adventure group has excellent and accommodating tour guides, luxury Mercedes vans with good drivers, and an overall experience that feels very personalized. This Fjords tour was exceptional. Adrian was knowledgable and engaging and it made you feel like you were visiting a friend who was showing you around their country. Will book with them again on my next visit.”

Check availability →Read our full review

13.Half-Day Scenic Wildlife & Photographic Fjord Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

From Tromsø, Marianne or another local guide takes up to seven people around Kvaløya for four hours of fjords, wildlife, folklore, and photo stops. Expect dramatic scenery, possible reindeer and sea eagles, changing weather, and useful camera or iPhone advice.

“Great tour! We went to many amazing spots for photos. Got the chance to see reindeer and stratospheric clouds. Our guide was friendly and knowledgeable. Would take a tour with this company again!”

Check availability →Read our full review

14.Fjord Cruise by Luxury Yacht

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 39 reviews · 3 hours · from $236

Spend three hours aboard the Arctic Queen, a small yacht for up to 11 people, sailing from Tromsø toward Håkøya, Grindøya, Eidkjosen, and Sørbotn. You’ll get thermal suits, hot drinks, fishing time, and fish soup, with a chance to help steer the boat.

“I can't see anything because of the polar night. Plus, it's really cold on the boat. I think it said "I'm a Luxury Yacht," but when I actually got there it was just an ordinary cruiser. I think it's a waste to pay for something like this.”

Check availability →Read our full review

15.Kvaløya & Sommarøy Guided Fjord Tour with Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 37 reviews · 5 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $181

Travel from Tromsø to Sommarøy with a guide such as Lorenzo, Vera, Gaia, or Andrea, stopping for fjord views and short hikes before a soup lunch. The five-and-a-half-hour tour runs in English, carries no more than 15 people, and returns to central Tromsø.

“We had a really bad weather, and it had an effect on the whole trip. The lunch was very light and modest, and there was not any snacks available. The guides also seemed a bit tired. Still, the nature was amazing: The sea, birds, seals and otters really made my day. On a beautiful day, this could be just awesome!”

Check availability →Read our full review