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The 15 Best Boat Trips in Norway

148 tours  ·  from $28 a head

Half this country only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from silent electric sightseeing in Oslo to a RIB out to the Lofoten wall, each priced and honest about how long you are actually at sea.

From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen - What the modern Rødne boat is like
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From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

1.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,440 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93Our pick

Cruise from Bergen through Osterfjord to Mostraumen for waterfalls, mountain views, warm cabins, and a practical half-day fjord experience.

“The boat is nice, staff are helpful and the scenery breathtaking. The narration was recorded but interesting. A great experience overall and a good value.”

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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen - Entering Lysefjord by electric catamaran
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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary - A modern boat with room to spread out
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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - The long run through Tromsø’s fjords
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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

4.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195

Review of Tromsø's 9-hour hybrid-electric whale tour, with orcas, humpbacks, fjord views, costs, comfort, seasickness tips, and honest advice.

“This trip took a long time on bus firstly, you can enjoy a very beautiful view. After arriving at the port, everyone went to boat and started a new trip of whale watching. Today we are so lucky to see whales so many times. Ps. Take the seasick tablets please. Nice Trip and very nice guide.”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Rya Island and the Search for White-Tailed Eagles
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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

5.Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,017 reviews · from $142

Cruise Tromsø’s fjords aboard Capella for eagle watching, fishing, homemade soup, hot drinks, and five hours of Arctic scenery.

“Beautiful views and we got to try our hand at fishing. We also got the chance to see a white tailed eagle. The guides were really great and the food was delicious. I had the vegetarian and my friend had the fish soup.”

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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise - A comfortable boat for a long scenic ride
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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

6.Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 2,990 reviews · from $81

Review of Bergen’s Mostraumen fjord cruise, with practical advice on scenery, boat comfort, winter ice, value, timing, and what to expect.

“Easy access and quick walk from our hotel. the seats were comfortable and the heater was just right.”

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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise - Fiskerkona and Høla: the first coastal views
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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

7.Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Cruise silently from Svolvær to Trollfjord on a hybrid-electric boat, with sea eagles, mountain views, live guiding, and warm indoor seating.

“The cruise was well constructed, interesting and informative. Tobias, our guide, talked about a wide range of topics in an engaging and honest manner. We got to see lots of white-tailed eagles as well as enjoy the Trollfjord in silence. The ride to and from the destination was picturesque and captivating.”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Ramfjorden: your first wide Arctic views
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise - Finding Rådhusbrygge 4 by Oslo City Hall
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Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet - Three hours through the inner Oslofjord
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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

10.Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,956 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Review of Oslo’s 3-hour fjord evening cruise with an all-you-can-eat shrimp buffet, restored wooden ship, island views, and practical tips.

“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.”

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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional) - Thirty minutes across the Arctic sea
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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

11.Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100

Review of Tromsø’s 3.5-hour Aurora Cruise, with warm drinks, thermal suits, camera tips, practical advice, and honest value notes.

“Great guides who were very friendly and informative. Also helped us take great pictures! Cookies, hot chocolate, coffee etc. were provided along with some Norwegian snacks and food. Would highly recommend!”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes - Tromsø from the water, with the Arctic Cathedral in view
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

12.Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes

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

Review of Tromsø’s 3.5-hour Arctic fjord cruise, with warm cabins, sea eagle sightings, photo tips, and practical value advice.

“It’s was a special trip admiring lovely landscapes of Norwegian fjords, our guide was very informative about wild life during the whole trip! We had a few stops and were lucky to see eagles, reindeers, seals including porpoises It’s a beautiful experience, very calm and relaxing I enjoyed having tea and cinnamon cake while sailing alongside fjords it’s highly recommended”

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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat - Boarding at Rådhusbrygge 2
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Oslo: Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

13.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,390 reviews · from $64

Cruise Oslofjord on a quiet electric boat with live commentary, warm lounges, outdoor decks, island views, pastries, and landmark sights.

“The tour was amazing. Guide explained everything throughout the ride. There is a bar inside. You can buy a drink and snacks. Toilet also available. You can stay indoor if it’s too cold outside. What a great experience!”

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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock - The boat: small enough for views, large enough for comfort
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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

Tromsø: Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee - The first minutes: a calm departure from Tromsø
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee

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