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15 Kayaking in Norway to Build a Day Around

37 tours  ·  from $50 a head

This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 15 kayaking in Norway worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.

Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - From Tromsø meeting point to the basecamp
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Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

1.Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · from $191Our pick

Join Sommarøy Adventure Tromsø AS for a five-hour winter kayaking trip from Tromsø. Guides such as Rune and Eamonn lead small groups through snowy fjords, with drysuits, boots, gloves, transport, hot drinks, and snacks included. Calm water, seals, sea eagles, thin ice, and polar-night skies may all be part of your day.

“We liked this activity very much! Chill, not crowded, beautiful views. We really enjoyed it.”

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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour - Meeting the guides at Eggum harbor
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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

2.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 322 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Join guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santi for a three-hour evening paddle from Eggum. You’ll use a double kayak, move between small islands, watch seabirds and sea eagles when conditions allow, and stop for hot drinks, snacks, and stories about local life. No previous kayaking experience is required.

“Nice afternoon! Our guide Lucio was professional and talkative, thanks! We got a lot of photos as well. We recommend.”

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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord - Getting to the water from Stavanger
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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

3.Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 200 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

You paddle Lysefjord for about two and a half hours after a short safety briefing. Nordic Paddling supplies kayaks, paddles, splash gear, and buoyancy aids. Guides such as Sini, Sandra, Camilla, and Jonas share local stories while leading you past granite gorges, waterfalls, Refsa dock, and Vagabonds Cave.

“Matilda was an excellent guide. She was happy to answer all of the 101 random questions we had. She was super patient and trusted our abilities. She tried to fulfil all of our requests to see certain points around the fjord. The only downside was, in our opinion, she couldn’t beat us in a race. The race unfortunately had to end when she went past us 5 seconds into it, haha! All jokes aside, we had a great time and we were lucky to be alone on the day, where she gave us her undivided attention. Couldn’t recommend highly enough!”

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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour - Getting ready for a first sea-kayaking trip
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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

4.Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 5 hours · from $198

Leave Bergen’s Tourist Information for a five-hour guided kayak trip in Øygarden. You’ll paddle stable double kayaks with guides such as Iris, Johan, or Jonas, learn about island life and the Ice Age, look for crabs, shrimp, birds, and eagles, then enjoy local food and apple juice. Waterproof gear is available.

“Iris from fjord expedition was a fantastic guide - she lead us through the beautiful surroundings, chatting with us all personally while also giving us knowledge of the area (historical, wildlife etc). The equipment was top - we’ve been on several other kayak tours with cheap or uncomfortable kayaks. These were comfy, easy to use and very stable (also had jackets and sea skirts to keep you dry)”

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Midnight Sun Kayak - Northern Explorer - Tea, biscuits, and stories on the water
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Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

5.Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104Top rated

Meet at Eggum Harbour at 10pm for a three-hour guided paddle along the coast and nearby islands. You’ll use a stable double kayak, hear local and Viking stories, watch seabirds and changing skies, and stop for homemade tea and snacks. From August, the start time shifts with sunset.

“Awesome experience , incredible feeling of paddling in broad daylight when it was midnight. A very professional guide, who explains a lot about Lofoten and who is also super nice without afterthought ( did not even want the tip proposed and yet richly deserved.Auto-translated”

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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen - Paddling between small islands and open water
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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

6.Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $204

Leave central Bergen for a beginner-friendly kayak trip among the Øygarden islets. Guides such as Victor, Iris, Andreas, and Johann provide safety instruction, local stories, and help on the water. Expect double kayaks, changing weather, about 2 to 2.5 hours paddling, and a local lunch with apple juice, salmon, waffles, or freshly caught fish.

“We had a fantastic time! The weather was cold and rainy but our guide Iris got us bundled up properly! We had so much fun exploring the North Sea and the little islands of the sound. We got back to a delicious lunch of salmon wraps and freshly made waffles with home made plum jam. Weather is unpredictable but don’t feel you should reschedule for bad weather. If it’s not safe, they will reschedule.”

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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund - From city waterways toward the coast
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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

7.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Meet your guide at Brunholmen, get fitted with safety gear, and paddle around Brosundet and nearby waterways for about 2.5 hours. Guides such as Linda, Daniel, Patrick, Kristoff, and Nikita provide instruction, local stories, and photo stops. Expect a beginner-friendly tour, often in tandem kayaks, with flexible departure times.

“Gute Gruppengröße.. nette Guids....super Wetter...blauer Himmel, Sonne und Spaß... Kajak gut...auch wenn die Lenkung etwas schwierig ist”

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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure - Paddling Svolvær’s winter shoreline
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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

8.2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Meet your Norwegian or English-speaking guide at Svolvær harbor, gear up in a dry suit, and paddle calm winter waters in a stable double kayak. You’ll see the shoreline from the sea, hear about local customs and Svolvær’s past, and may spot white-tailed sea eagles. No kayaking experience is needed, but good fitness and warm layers are essential.

“Very nice way to discover Trollfjord in confort, and protected by the harsh wind. The team is very nice, and they also took the time to include a marine wildlife exposée on the tour which was original!”

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Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking - Your first minutes in the kayak
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Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

9.Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

From a boathouse five minutes from Olden’s cruise dock, you’ll paddle stable kayaks across calm Nordfjord water for two hours. Guides including Richard, Peder, Peter, and Nikca give clear instruction and share local stories. No kayaking experience is needed, and small groups can make the outing feel personal.

“Richard was a great guide. He was so informative about the area and was happy to answer any questions. he took photos of everyone on the tour so you could have memories and popped them in a WhatsApp group 10/10 would definitely go again”

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Half Day Kayak - Northern Explores AS - What the guide teaches first-time kayakers
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Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

10.Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Meet your guide at Eggum beach for a three-hour paddle around small islands and sheltered coastal waters. Lucio, Israel, and Carlos are among the guides who lead this trip. You’ll get safety instruction, hot coffee or tea, snacks, and stories about Lofoten’s wildlife and way of life. No previous kayaking experience is required.

“Went for the 3h kayak trip, and we absolutely loved it, even though we had our fair share of rain. Israel was a super nice guide, he took his time to explain. Our skill level was in the absolute beginner range, and that was totally fine, you do not need any prior experience or massive muscles.”

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Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks - A proper safety briefing before the first paddle
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Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

11.Bøstad: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 65 reviews · from $75

Start at Eggum’s small fishing harbor, where your guide covers kayak safety and conditions before you paddle double kayaks around calm, shallow islands. Enjoy mountain and waterfall views, watch for birds and sea life, and pause for snacks and hot drinks. Groups are limited to 10, and no previous kayaking experience is needed.

“We had a fantastic morning kayaking with Lucio! The weather was pretty average but we all made the best of it as a group, and Lucio was a friendly guide and made it a really enjoyable experience :) we would highly recommend this activity to anyone visiting the Lofoten Islands!”

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Hellesylt: Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience - Getting comfortable in a stable kayak
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Hellesylt: Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience

12.Hellesylt: Beginner-Friendly Fjord Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 63 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Set out from Fjordkayaking.com in Hellesylt for a two-hour beginner tour along the fjord. Your guide provides a safety talk, basic paddling instruction, kayak, paddle, and life vest. Expect calm scenery, waterfalls, wildlife, and local stories about Helsetkopen, with guides such as Richard, Jakub, Peder, and Vibeke leading sessions.

“The trip was very nice, well organized, sharp on time (important if you are coming on a cruise) equipments and safety details explained clearly, very friendly for first timers and beginners. Richard and Jakub were great, fun, and entertaining, lot of fun facts about Hellesyt. Recommended.”

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From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer - Paddling Through Sheltered Sounds and Sandy Water
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From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer

13.Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy with Transfer

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 63 reviews · from $157

Travel from Tromsø across Kvaløya to Sommarøy, then paddle sheltered sounds and sandy shallows in a stable double kayak. Your certified local guide, such as Rune or Gaute, supplies drysuit, boots, gloves, and a hot drink. Stop at a quiet beach before exploring the fishing village.

“We loved this experience. Rune was such a good tour guide. Really friendly and made the experience great. Great for beginners. So beautiful to be on the sea with the views. We had a stop on a secluded beach for a snack where Rune served tea and hot chocolate. Would recommend to do this activity as it was a great experience!”

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Stavanger: Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch - From Stavanger pickup to Revsvatnet
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Stavanger: Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch

14.Preikestolen Hidden Trail Hike + Canoe + Lunch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 46 reviews · from $273

Paddle across Revsvatnet, then follow a little-used trail to Preikestolen with a guide such as Erlend, Allan, Line, or Stefan. Expect rocky scrambling, about 3.5 hours uphill, a packed Villa Rosehagen lunch, and six to nine hours on the move. This suits active hikers, not beginners or young children.

“It was an excellent experience. Our guide, Erlend, is super nice and helpful. I would highly recommend to do this trip. 🙂 I think I learned about canoeing, it was my first experience and super nice. I wouldn't say it is very easy hike, so be prepared and take proper calories the day before of hike, and don't forget to keep you hydrated during hike. Rest will be good and super convenient with the guid. He takes care of safety brilliantly. Enjoy!”

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Oslo: 3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord - Paddling from the city toward the islands
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Oslo: 3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

15.3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

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

Paddle the Oslofjord for three hours from Sjølyst Marina with a small group of up to 10. You’ll get a safety briefing, kayak instruction, and a route past small islands and beaches. Sven has guided beginners with calm, clear tips, making this a good active way to see Oslo from the water.

“Great equipment, introduction and a beautiful route and views”

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★ 5.0Winter Half Day Kayak TourFrom $11814 reviews
★ 5.0Sea Kayak Guided Tours on Skrova IslandFrom $12626 reviews
★ 5.0Full Day Combo Kayak and Rappel – Northern ExplorerFrom $15425 reviews
★ 5.06 Day Fjord Kayaking Trip NorwayFrom $2,19914 reviews
★ 4.8Sea Kayaking ExperienceFrom $16325 reviews
★ 4.8Lysefjord Kayak Safari (Waterfalls & Pulpit Rock)From $29128 reviews
★ 4.2Rental – Sea KayakFrom $5013 reviews
★ 4.7Guided Kayak ExperienceFrom $8318 reviews
★ 4.9Full Day Combo tour, (kayaking and rappelling)From $14616 reviews
★ 5.0Kristiansand: Otra River Kayaking AdventureFrom $14621 reviews
★ 4.6Molde – Guided kayak tourFrom $13117 reviews
★ 4.9Kayak tour with guideFrom $13627 reviews
★ 5.0From Flåm: Nærøyfjord 3 Day Kayaking and Camping TourFrom $91616 reviews

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