The 14 National Park Trips in Norway That Earn Their Price

1.Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 589 reviews · 10 hours · from $222Our pick

Travel from Bergen with an English-speaking guide such as Alexa, Salome, Bailey, or Sam to Steindalsfossen, Hardangerfjord, and Bondhusvatnet in Folgefonna National Park. The gentle hike takes roughly 45 minutes each way, with time for a picnic beside the glacier lake. Bring food, waterproof layers, and room for many photos.

“The trip was very well organized, and we even managed to cover more spots than originally planned, which was a wonderful bonus. Alexa is an excellent guide, kind, knowledgeable, and full of fascinating details about Bergen and Norway. She shared so much interesting information throughout the journey, making the entire experience even more enjoyable and memorable.”

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2.Musk ox Safari in Dovrefjell National Park, Oppdal Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Meet Oppdal Safari at 9:30 am for a guided mountain hike in Dovrefjell National Park. Guides such as Ida, Kaspar, Stina, and Hannes share facts about musk ox, plants, and local culture while you search for wild herds. Coffee, tea, and sometimes cinnamon buns are provided, but bring lunch, water, warm layers, and rain gear.

“La guia bien buena explicacion pero mala prevision para ver i fotografiar el azmilclero distancia minima visible sobre un kilometro i algo mas”

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3.Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Spend about 10 hours traveling from Bergen to Folgefonna National Park, with waterfall walks, two Hardangerfjord ferry crossings, and an easy hike to glacier-fed Bondhusvatnet. Guides such as Sam, Alexa, and Froven add Norwegian history and local stories along the way. Bring lunch, dress for rain, and expect a long but scenic day.

“Perfect way to learn and explore! Saw four waterfalls and the hike to the lake was amazing! Our guide Sam was well versed and very knowledgeable and friendly! Went perfectly and highly recommend!”

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4.Arctic Wilderness Snowmobile Daytime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 8 hours · from $271

You’ll ride a shared snowmobile through the Lyngen Alps on a calm, beginner-level route led in English by trained guides. Jakub, Samuel, and Thomas are among the guides praised for clear instruction and friendly care. Expect 1.5 to 2 hours on the snow, scenic stops, warm gear, and soup or stew afterward.

“It was mid January in the Artic (camp Tamok), around -26.5C in the valley. The guide is very knowledgeable of the area and ensure we are suited well for the condition and safety. The snowmobile activity was absolutely fun and the wilderness scenery was spectacular. Highly recommended.”

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5.Dovrefjell National Park: Hiking Tour and Musk Ox Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · from $64Best value

Meet your Norwegian or English-speaking guide at Hjerkinn at 09:45, then drive 5 to 10 minutes into Dovrefjell National Park for a 5 to 6 hour hike. Guides such as Kim and Uwe help you search for free-ranging musk ox from at least 200 meters away. Bring lunch, water, warm layers, and waterproof hiking shoes.

“Kim was a great guide, the size of the group was good and I felt like we were in very capable hands. And of course we saw some muskus oxen!”

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6.Small Group Wilderness Husky Sledding 2h from Tromsø (car needed)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $406

Join Espen and Delphine at their small kennel in Øverbygd for a hands-on husky adventure. After winter clothing, dog introductions, and a safety briefing, you drive a two-person sled for about two hours, switching driver and passenger. Expect a Norwegian picnic lunch, hot drinks, and time with the dogs. A car is required.

“The guide was nice and knew a lot about the dogs and the environment. We did spend quite some time on the farm before- and after the tour and saw that the dogs are treated very good! This is possible because it’s not a place where the big busses with tourists will come, smal scale and good tours have the priority.”

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7.Summer Day Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $142

Leave Tromsø for a four-hour summer hike on Kvaløya with an English-speaking guide. Walk roughly 2 kilometers each way to Brosmetinden, pause for fjord and valley views, and enjoy a homemade sandwich, pastry, hot drinks, and water. Hiking poles, a backpack, sitting pad, transport, and souvenir photos are included.

“The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable the hike and the view was incredible, a little more to eat and drink would have been great otherwise an awesome experience 😊 🇦🇺”

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8.Tromsø, Northern Lights and Wilderness Evening Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 23 reviews · from $158

Depart Tromsø at 9pm aboard the large MS Rygerdronningen catamaran for a 2.5-hour Northern Lights hunt. A Norwegian- and English-speaking guide explains the Aurora while you watch from heated panoramic cabins or outdoor decks. Carlo is one guide praised for clear, engaging explanations. No food, drinks, or hotel pickup are included.

“Comfy boat, lots of room inside, limited outside, we saw the northern lights for about an hour or so on and off.”

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9.Midnight Sun Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $132

Leave Tromsø for an easy four-hour evening hike through the coastal countryside with an English-speaking guide. Walk up a small mountain in the soft light of the midnight sun, learn about local plants and animals, enjoy fjord and peak views, and receive sandwiches, loaner gear, and souvenir photos by email.

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10.RIB Expedition to Seiland National Park – 3.5h

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $224

You’ll cross Altafjord by RIB to Seiland National Park, passing steep coastal mountains before going ashore in Bekkarfjord. Expect about an hour each way on the water, warm protective gear, wildlife sightings, and a guide such as Corra sharing local stories. Hot drinks and chocolate are served during the park stop.

“When we saw the stuff we had to wear we questioned “are we too old to do this trip?” Once in our gear and on the ribb boat we relaxed and enjoyed every moment of this adventure. Our photos just don't do justice to what we saw. Great adventure!”

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11.Lofoten Islands: Hiking Into the Wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Join guide Timea for a three to four hour hike to Kleppstadheia in Lofoten. You’ll walk into open mountain country with a small group of up to eight, using walking poles if needed. The route suits hikers with moderate fitness, and weather can change the schedule, so bring layers, water, food, and solid hiking shoes.

“Timea was simply amazing. She was knowledgeable, kind and patient. Highly recommend her and Viator for a seamless experience”

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12.Færvik: Raet National Park Sea Kayaking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Start at Hove Beach House on Tromøya for safety training, paddle practice, and a guided route through Raet National Park. You’ll pass Gjessøya, Merdø, St Helena, and Badeholmen, with time for Gjessholmen’s sandy bay or a possible visit to Merdø. Guide Pat offers local history in Norwegian or English.

“Great guide, regardless of weather. Personalized for who was there! Felt like it was a unique experience.”

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13.Experience Seiland National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · from $244

Meet your English-speaking guide in central Alta for a warm-suit RIB ride across Altafjord. You will pass steep island mountains, reach Bekkarfjord on Seiland, and look for seals and sea eagles. The full trip lasts 3.5 hours, with about an hour on the water each way and a short, rocky shore visit.

“Very limited time at park. Landing has no exit—over rocks and dangerous terrain. Should not take this excursion if you have limited mobility. Scenery was beautiful.”

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14.Lofoten Islands: Guided Hiking Into the Wilderness – Uphill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $136

Join a local English-speaking guide for a 3.5 to 4-hour uphill hike from Gimsøystraumen to a 550-meter summit. The route suits moderately fit hikers, has no exposed sections, and includes poles, photo breaks, wildlife and culture insights, and time to adjust layers in Lofoten’s fast-changing weather.

“Tutto perfetto, la guida veramente simpatica e preparata e il percorso adeguato per chi ha un allenamento medio e senza zone esposte, vista bellissima in vetta e durante il percorso, sentiero semplice e in buono stato, purtroppo ha iniziato a piovere una volta arrivati in vetta, ma nessun problema, con un buon paio di scarpe da trekking ed una giacca impermeabile tutto si è risolto. Importante portare uno zainetto per vestirsi a strati.”

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