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The 15 Best Days Afloat in Norway

154 tours  ·  from $28

Most of this coastline only makes sense from the water. The 15 below run from a ninety-minute harbour loop to a full day up a fjord arm, each priced and clear about how much of it is spent outside on deck.

From Bergen: The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen - The waterfall stop and Mostraumen currents
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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

Board Rødne Fjord Cruise at Zachariasbryggen by Bergen’s Fish Market for a 3.5-hour round trip through Osterfjord. You’ll pass Bryggen, approach a waterfall for a cool spray, and watch the boat work through narrow Mostraumen. An English and Norwegian audio guide, warm cabin, sun deck, toilets, and onboard snacks make this an easy half-day outing.

“Beautiful scenery and just the right amount of time for the activity !”

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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen - Fantahålå and the story behind Vagabond’s Cave
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Stavanger: Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

2.Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,791 reviews · from $82

Sail from Stavanger’s Strandkaien on a quiet electric catamaran through Lysefjord. You’ll pause at Fantahålå, look up at 604-meter Preikestolen, and feel spray from Hengjanefossen. The boat has panoramic windows, leather seats, sun decks, Wi-Fi, an audio guide in English and Norwegian, and a small kiosk.

“Very nice experience nice boat and staff. Well worth the money and had lot of time for photos to be taken at the main points of interest”

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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary - Akershus Fortress and the changing waterfront
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Oslo: Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

3.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44

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, Gressholmen, Hovedøya, Sørenga, and the Opera House. Use the Voice of Norway app for commentary, or simply enjoy the quiet boat, wide windows, outdoor deck, and onboard café.

“Lovely boat. Very comfortable. Full shop and bar on board. Lovely way to spend 90 minutes of your day.”

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Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - Why Skjervøy is the main event
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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

Cruise from Tromsø toward Skjervøy on Brim Explorer’s quiet hybrid-electric catamaran, watching for orcas, humpback, fin, and sperm whales. Guides such as Bee, Adrian, Ivan, and Connor have led lively onboard talks, while heated lounges, panoramic windows, Wi-Fi, and a café make the long Arctic crossing comfortable.

“Honestly everything was wonderful. I was on the bus up part of the journey, don't worry about which side you sit on - its all incredible. Look out for porpoises in the fjords as you go up. The bus is comfy and has USB/USBC chargers & WiFi and some water and a cereal bar for you. once you get to the boat they get you on quickly and within 15 minutes we were watching Orcas and Fin whales..I honestly couldn't believe it. They were incredible. The boat are really respectful of their habitat and slowdown/stop within certain distances to allow the Whales to make their own minds on how close…”

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Tromsø’s Top-Rated Fjord & Fishing Cruise – All-Inclusive - Ryøya, where eagles patrol the shoreline
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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

Spend five hours aboard the family-run Capella, cruising Tromsø’s fjords and straits with an English-speaking guide. Visit Ryøya, try fishing in Ramfjorden, watch for eagles and marine life, and warm up with fish or vegan soup, hot drinks, and cookies. Guides may include Thomas, Jack, Holly, Kristina, or Estefania, depending on the sailing.

“This was definitely one of those activities not to be missed - we did a fair amount around Norway and this for us was up as one of our favourite activities. From the knowledgeable and wonderfully welcoming staff and yes the captain too! Who shared his wealth of knowledge and experience, plus help during the fishing. From the scenery to a fabulous time fishing and a lovely guide who gutted our abundance of fish for a very tasty fresh fish soup. Access to walk around the boat and take in all the scenery whilst taking pictures of this most memorable experience. As well as warming up inside with hot drinks…”

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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise - Why Osterfjord is the main event
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Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

6.Mostraumen Fjord & Waterfall Cruise

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

Sail from central Bergen past Bryggen and along the 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen strait. You get indoor seating, outdoor decks, a kiosk, English commentary, and views of cliffs, waterfalls, currents, and winter ice. Captain Harald and the crew have been praised for their friendly welcome on some departures.

“the cruise was very comfortable. the views were amazing. it was raining that day though and we couldn’t go to one area because of ice but the drivers drove us to somewhere else to make up for it and that was nice”

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From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise - Leaving Svolvær and finding your sea legs
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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

From Svolvær, Brim Explorer takes you on a three-hour hybrid-electric cruise into Trollfjord. Expect panoramic lounges, open decks, live English guiding, white-tailed eagle watching, and possible views of porpoises, dolphins, whales, or orcas. Guides such as Tobias, Bee, Ivan, Margot, and Connor have helped make the trip lively and informative.

“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!”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks - Meeting the boat beside Skarven Kro
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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

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

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

Set out from Tromsø for four hours among fjords, islands, fishing villages, and Arctic wildlife. Your English-speaking guides explain local culture and sea life, while the crew may use an underwater drone to show kelp and marine creatures. The boat is warm, spacious, wheelchair accessible, and equipped with food, drinks, toilets, and panoramic windows.

“The journey was fantastic, also the the ship and the crew. Well prepared, helpful! Recommended trip!”

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Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise - A quiet ride across Oslofjord
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Oslo: 100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

9.100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,041 reviews · 2 hours · from $40Best value

Spend two hours on a quiet, zero-emission boat from Oslo City Hall pier. See the Opera House, Munch Museum, Akershus Fortress, waterfront islands, and summer cabins. Use the English audio guide, sit indoors or outside, and possibly get off at Bygdøy for museums before returning by boat or public transport.

“Excellent cruise. Great value and easy to find. Friendly staff.”

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Oslo: Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet - What the shrimp dinner is really like
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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

Spend three hours on Oslofjord aboard a restored wooden sailing ship. You’ll share tables, peel fresh Norwegian shrimp, buy drinks from the onboard bar, and pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay. This is a relaxed scenic dinner cruise, not a guided sightseeing lecture, so arrive early for the best seating.

“The trip was very lovely, we enjoyed every minute! The boat ride itself was smooth, the ambiance was great and the shrimps were delicious!”

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Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional) - The view from 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

Meet Polar Adventures in central Tromsø at 20:00 for a 3.5-hour Aurora cruise. Guides such as Holly, Ken, Thomas, and Hans Eric explain the lights, help with camera settings, and call you outside when the sky wakes up. Warm drinks, cookies, toilets, and thermal suits make this a comfortable way to search from the sea.

“The boat is right outside the Radisson Blu so very convenient for us. We got super lucky - there was a full moon, but we had an amazing experience and got alot of really great pictures! So happy this was the first outing we booked. If you get cold, you can warm up in the boat - yet if they saw the lights again, they would tell you, so you never missed an opportunity!”

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Tromsø: Arctic Fjord Cruise in Polar Landscapes - The fjords, islands, and snow-covered mountains
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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

Sail for 3.5 hours from Tromsø on a warm, spacious catamaran with panoramic windows and outdoor decks. Guides such as Daniel, Jana, and Caroline share local history, wildlife tips, and photography advice. You may spot sea eagles, seals, porpoises, foxes, reindeer, or puffins, but weather controls the view.

“A really interesting and informative cruise, with friendly and helpful guides. The boat is a nice size to walk around, with plenty of space to see the views from the inside and outside the boat. I would definitely recommend :)”

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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

Spend two hours on Brim Explorer’s electric Ms Brisen, sailing from Aker Brygge past Akershus Fortress, the Opera House, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Oslofjord islands. An English-speaking guide such as Susie, Sarah, or Frederick shares stories about Oslo, nature, and wildlife. Choose an outdoor deck or warm panoramic saloon, with pastries and drinks available onboard.

“The cruise started at 10 and ended at 12:30. Tour is organised well and guide is quote experienced. Would recommend people coming to Oslo to go for Brim explorer's Fjord cruise”

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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock - Finding the boat at Strandkaien
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Stavanger: Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

14.Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,357 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $89

From Stavanger’s Strandkaien, you’ll cruise into Lysefjord aboard a comfortable Helgøy Skyssbåt, with an English-speaking guide or multilingual audio guide. Expect close views of Preikestolen, Ådnøy, Fantahålå, Hengjanefossen, and the Whiskey Waterfall. The boat has indoor seating, outdoor viewing areas, toilets, refreshments, and wheelchair access.

“Very good overall. Beautiful close ups of the various sights”

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Tromsø: Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee - Meeting the boat behind Nerstranda
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Tromsø: Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee

15.Northern Lights Cruise with 2nd Chance Guarantee

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,280 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $114

Join a 2.5-hour evening cruise from the pier behind Nerstranda shopping center. You’ll chase the aurora aboard a warm, quiet catamaran with panoramic windows, leather seats, outdoor decks, free tea and coffee, and guides such as Jana, Valeria, Douaa, or Magnus sharing science, stories, and photo tips.

“the guides were very knowledgable and friendly, looking out for our safety while moving around the boat and successfuly finding the northern lights for us. Highly reccomend this tour”

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