Top 15 Bodø Tours

1.Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 2 hours · from $135Our pick

Join Explore Salten in Bodø for a two-hour RIB ride to Saltstraumen. Your Norwegian-speaking skipper leads the search for white-tailed eagles, explains the 150-meter strait and its powerful tidal current, and stops for photos and wildlife viewing. Thermal suits, life jackets, and goggles are supplied, but bring waterproof shoes and warm layers.

“Opplevelsen var helt fantastisk! Guiden vår var veldig imøtekommende og ga veldig god info og ekstra fart på båten :D”

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2.Saltstraumen RIB Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 123 reviews · 2 hours · from $120

Set out from Bodø’s Hurtigruten quay in a two-hour RIB safari to Saltstraumen and Sundstraumen. Your English or Norwegian guide handles the boat and explains local history, geology, wildlife, and Arctic life. Flotation gear, gloves, hats, and goggles are supplied, but bring warm clothes and shoes you do not mind getting wet.

“I had an amazing time on the RIB-safari to Saltstraumen from Bodø! The ride was thrilling, the scenery was stunning, and witnessing the world’s strongest tidal current up close was unforgettable. The guides were knowledgeable and made the trip fun and safe. Highly recommended experience while in Bodø!”

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3.Northern Lights Tours Bodo Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 100 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $223Top rated

Join guide Ivar from Nordland Turselskap for a small-group aurora hunt from Bodø. After a 7 pm start, you’ll drive into darker countryside, changing locations when clouds or activity demand it. The heated van seats up to six, panoramic sunroofs help you watch the sky, and photos are included when the lights appear.

“Beautiful experience, after picking up directly at the hotel took us to several points with little light pollution and with a crazy view. Van comfortable, heated and with the possibility to admire the aurora both from the windows and from the roof. Ivar, very professional and attentive to the needs of all people present. Experienced photographer, he took some beautiful photos during the tour, with lots of tips on how to search and photograph the aurora at best. We were lucky enough to see her in more places, super recommended experiences!Auto-translated”

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4.Moose Safari Bodo, Norway, Meet the Largest Land Animal in Europe

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 63 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $174

Join a guide such as Ingrid or Sindre at 7 pm for a 4 to 5 hour moose safari from central Bodø. Search quiet feeding areas, visit Saltstraumen, and watch for reindeer, foxes, sea eagles, and moose beneath the midnight sun. Groups are limited to 15, and the tour runs in all weather.

“Ingrid was een fijne gids die veel wist te vertellen over het gebied, maar ook over de elanden zelf. We hebben meerdere groepen elanden gezien en we konden relatief dichtbij komen. Ingrid wist goed te vertellen hoe we ze moesten bekijken zodat de meesten gewoon bleven grazen. Op goed geluk hebben we ook nog een rendier gezien. Wat ook fijn was is dat we met een kleine groep vertrokken vanaf een centrale locatie.”

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5.Beiar Fjord & Saltstraument Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 59 reviews · 4 hours · from $103

Join Brim Explorer in Bodø for a four-hour English-guided cruise to Saltstraumen and Beiarfjorden. Your hybrid-electric ship offers quiet viewing from outdoor decks or panoramic indoor windows, with café snacks, hot drinks, WiFi, and free tap water available onboard.

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6.Snowshoeing – Winter Day Trip in Bodo, Northern Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $180

Spend about six hours outdoors near Bodø with guides such as Ivar or Tinna, using supplied snowshoes, poles, and gaiters. The route changes with snow, weather, and group ability, and may include a forest hike or peninsula walk when conditions are poor. Choose a daytime or nighttime departure when available, with groups capped at 15.

“We were so fortunate to have Ivar as our guide! He was very friendly and accommodating, happy to tailor the day to our preferences. He also gave us tips for seeing the northern lights, and we bonded over photography. We’d happily take another tour with him.”

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7.Viking wall

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $127

At Bratten Activity Park near Bodø, your guide supplies safety gear and leads you from sea level up a 57-meter Via Ferrata. Expect exposed climbing, a short Sherpa trail, ocean and mountain views, and a small group of no more than seven people. You need good fitness and weather-ready clothing.

“Very nice climb above the sea, the holds make it easy enough so anyone could climb it but you can challenge yourself by holding on to the rock. The guide was very friendly and had some good stories. Would definitely recommend to anyone looking for a fun outdoor Experience near Bodø!”

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8.Hiking Day Trip in Bodo, The Hidden Valley

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 20 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $150

Join a local driver-guide for a roughly seven-hour hike from Bodø into Åselidalen, the Hidden Valley. You’ll walk among glacially carved peaks, clear mountain lakes, and waterfalls, with guides such as Ivar or Ingrid leading the way. The hike suits moderate fitness levels, runs in all weather, and includes transport from the central Scandic Havet Hotel meeting point.

“A Great experience guided by a expertise person like our guide Ivar,who offered tu us 6 hours of dreamy programm in places that we cant immagine before.Best value for money also...much more.Raccomanded by all means”

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9.Kjerringøy & Silent Coastal Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 18 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Set out from Bodø with an English-speaking guide for a four-hour coastal cruise through Mistfjorden and narrow Nordfjorden. You’ll pass Landegode, Hovdsundet, Mjelle, and Karlsøyvær, then walk through forest to Kjerringøy Handelssted. Entrance is included, but the main building, food, and drinks cost extra.

“Transport og guiding var bra. Litt info om hvorfor det står en byste av Knut Hamsun inne på tunet. 'En time til disposisjon i land var i korteste laget. Mye å se på og lese, rakk ikke alt, som en kopp kaffe f.eks. Totalt inntrykk er bra.”

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10.Arctic Train – The Northernmost Railway in Norway

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 18 reviews · from $66

Ride the Ofoten Line from Narvik to Bjørnfjell, near the Swedish border, with an onboard guide, coffee or tea, and a short stop for photos. The 43-kilometer return trip crosses tunnels, bridges, steep mountain slopes, and fjord country. Check the departure city carefully: this train leaves Narvik, not Bodø.

“Fabulous experience. One of the most beautiful places in the world. Cannot recommend more strongly. If given the chance, take it!”

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11.Premium eBike rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $99

Pick up a full-suspension Merida electric mountain bike near Bodø’s Radisson Blu Hotel and spend the day riding at your own pace. Ola and the Opplev Nord team provide route ideas, a helmet, lock, gloves, splashguards, tools, and charger. Ride toward Keiservarden, Bodømarka, Soløyvatnet, or nearby coastal roads, with studded tires available for snow and ice.

“Rented a non electric bike for a week. Everything was great, bike was a good quality, shop owner always answered fast if I had any questions. Shop has very convenient location. They can provide enough bags to fit even big amount of luggage and also have an option of leaving the luggage in the shop for the period of renting. Highly recommend”

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12.Trail challenge with electric mountainbike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $159

Meet your guide at the Radisson Blu in Bodø harbor and ride an electric mountain bike from city paths to Keiservarden, 360 meters above sea level. After a snack, tackle easy forest trails and one narrow descent, with route options for different skill levels. Guide Michael may lead your small group of up to eight.

“This is a great ride for all levels and the scenery is incredible. Highly recommend this tour and our guide Michael was great. The bikes are all in excellent condition. Definitely don’t want to miss.”

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13.Climbing in Mørkvedhallen Klatresenter

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 15 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $32Best value

Spend about three hours at Mørkvedhallen Klatresenter in Bodø, where an instructor shows you the gym, fits you with climbing shoes and a harness, and teaches you to use the autobelay system. Access includes rope climbing, bouldering, and all gym areas. English support is available, and you can stay until closing.

“Perfect place for climbing session, nice walls and bouldering. Thanks for your kindness and attention, and the quality of roots ! See you”

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14.Saltstraumen: Arctic Adventure and Scenic Journey

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews

Daniel from Seas & Peaks collects you in Bodø or another agreed location for a private three-hour drive and walking visit to Saltstraumen. Learn how the narrow strait creates powerful tidal currents, hear about settlements dating back 10,000 years, enjoy Norwegian snacks, and take photos. Optional film photography costs extra.

“Daniel is extremely friendly and doing that trip with lots of effort. He explains everything you want to know and is also available for small talk during the trip. He brought Drinks and Snacks as well. Apart from that, he gave me further tips for my stay in Bodø. I can only warmly recommend him.”

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15.Hiking Trip to Keiservarden, Classic Hike, Bodo – Northern Norway

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 13 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $144

Join a small group of up to 15 for a four-hour hike from Bodø to Keiservarden, the city’s classic mountain outing. Local guides such as Ivar, Julie, and Kaja share facts about the area, while Sherpa-built stone steps lead toward wide views of islands, sea, and mountains. Transportation and guiding are included, but hotel pickup is not.

“Whose a perfect day, beaudiful view and our guide Julie whose an fantastic smile person. We declare happy.”

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