7 Kayak Tours in Oslo Worth Booking

1.3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 3 hours · from $146Our pick

Starting at Sjølyst Marina, you’ll learn basic kayaking and safety skills before paddling Oslofjord with a small group of up to 10. Guide Sven is praised for calm coaching, local stories, and support for beginners. Expect islands, beaches, changing water conditions, and a solid three-hour workout.

“Great kayaking tour around the Oslo fjords! Beautiful views, fun atmosphere, and our guide Sven was amazing - he shared fascinating stories about the places we passed and made sure everyone felt safe and had a great time. Highly recommend! :)”

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2.Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Start at Nedre Foss Gård and follow the Akerselva River through central Oslo, Grunerløkka, a tunnel, Bjørvika, and past the Munch Museum before reaching the Oslo Opera House. Guides provide equipment and instruction, and the current does much of the work. Plan for some splashing and bring dry clothes.

“Thanks Pascal, he was so patience and made sure that I was comfortable during the whole experience. It was my first kayaking but it is such an amazing way to visit Oslo. Thanks again.”

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3.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $107

Join Mad Goats AS for a two-hour English-guided kayak tour from Tjuvholmen. You’ll spend about 60 to 90 minutes on the Oslofjord, paddling past Akershus Fortress and the Opera House. No experience is needed, kids aged five and up can join, and guide Chris has earned praise for his friendly, helpful instruction.

“Great guide. Wonderful views and experience. Was my first time kayaking, and it was no problem.”

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4.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour: Explore The Incredible Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $117

Join Mad Goats in Tjuvholmen for a two-hour English-language kayak tour along Oslo’s central waterfront. Guides such as Olivia, Chris, Dean, and Christian provide instruction, safety help, and local views as you paddle past the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Munch, and Hovedøya. Equipment, changing rooms, storage, and waterproof bags are included.

“Our tour happened on a windy & choppy day, but the guides did a great job making the trip fun, interesting, and safe. They gave us a tutorial on how to row the kayaks, and they were surprisingly easy to maneuver and navigate. It would have been better on a calm day, but kayaking around the harbor was still fun!”

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5.Akerselva River: Urban Paddling Adventure Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 29 reviews · from $97Best value

Join Mad Goats for a 1.5-hour guided kayak trip from Nedre Foss Park through Grünerløkka and Grønland. You’ll pass old bridges, paddle through a 500-meter tunnel, then reach the Oslofjord beside the Munch Museum and Opera House. English instruction, kayaks, paddles, helmets, life jackets, storage, and guide photos are included.

“Amazing tour with an even more amazing tour guide, definitely recommandable”

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6.2- hour kayak trip on the Oslo Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $117Top rated

Spend about two hours kayaking from sheltered Sjølyst Marina toward Bygdøy Peninsula, small islands, sandy beaches, and Oslo’s waterfront sights. Guides such as Sven and Annett provide safety training, basic paddling help, local stories, and a choice of single or double kayak. No previous experience is needed.

“We had a wonderful experience on our tour with Sven! Sven was very informative and personable - great conversations were had. We learned about the history and culture of the area, and saw beautiful scenery and wildlife! I would definitely recommend this tour.”

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7.3-Hour Vattkørt Beginner Kayak Course on Oslo Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $191

Meet Mad Goats in Bjørvika for a three-hour beginner sea-kayaking course led by certified instructors. You will learn safety, paddle technique, self-rescue, and buddy rescue in a small group of up to nine. All equipment is supplied, and you receive an NPF våttkort that lets you rent kayaks afterward.

“Just finished my Intro to Sea Kayaking course with Mad Goat☀️ Loved every minute of it! Learned essential paddling techniques and how to perform rescues – both self and buddy. Feeling confident and SO ready to hit the water 🌊 Highly recommend Mad Goat in Bjørvika – amazing vibes and awesome instructors!”

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