The 15 Best Tours in Bodø

1.Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB

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

Meet Explore Salten by the white floating building near Bodø Library and Pust Sauna. After a safety briefing, your Norwegian-speaking skipper takes you by RIB to Saltstraumen, where up to 400 million cubic meters of water rush through a narrow strait every six hours. Thermal suits, life jackets, and goggles are provided.

“The guide made the experience so much better with his knowledge of the area & wildlife. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Getting to see so many sea eagles close up was very special indeed.”

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2.Saltstraumen RIB Safari

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

Join a live English or Norwegian-speaking guide at Bodø’s Hurtigruten quay for a two-hour RIB safari to Saltstraumen and Sundstraumen. You’ll wear a flotation suit, gloves, hat, and goggles while watching for sea eagles, puffins, porpoises, and fish. Guides such as Alexander and Alan are praised for safe boat handling and lively local stories.

“Flink og hyggelig guide med god kunnskap, behagelig og rent utstyr/tøy”

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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 Bodø at 7 pm for a 6 to 8-hour northern lights hunt by comfortable van. The small group, limited to six people, lets you chase clear skies across northern Norway and possibly into Sweden. Panoramic roof views, guide-taken photos, heated transport, and return service to your Bodø accommodation are included.

“Clear communication in advance from our guide, Ivar. As all guests were in contact on a Whatsapp group, we were able to start an hour and three quarters ahead of the scheduled time in order to catch the best of the lights. 9 hours of NL hunting in a super comfortable van with lots of success in different locations. Fantastic guide photos available within a couple of hours. Thoroughly recommend this tour with Ivar.”

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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

Meet your guide at Scandic Havet in Bodø at 7pm for a 4 to 5-hour moose safari. Guides such as Ingrid and Sindre know the best local spots, with Saltstraumen, deer, foxes, reindeer, and midnight-sun scenery adding to the search. The English-language tour holds no more than 15 people.

“We enjoyed the entire tour. Saw many Moose, and a new baby moose, a reindeer running down the road, a baby fox, multiple bird sightings and an enjoyable host.”

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5.Beiar Fjord & Saltstraument Cruise

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

Spend four hours on Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric ship from Bodø, visiting Saltstraumen and Beiarfjorden. An English-speaking guide covers wildlife, geology, and local history while you watch from panoramic indoor windows or outdoor decks. Bring a camera, and budget extra for café drinks and snacks.

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

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

Join Nordland Turselskap for a six-hour snowshoe outing near Bodø, led by guides such as Ivar or Tinna. You’ll walk through snowy forests and quiet wilderness, with the route adjusted for weather, snow, and group ability. Daytime and nighttime departures may be available, and snowshoes, poles, and gaiters are supplied.

“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 provides safety equipment and leads you along a sherpa trail to a sea-level Via Ferrata. You climb an exposed 57-meter cliff with fixed holds, then finish above the ocean with views toward the surrounding mountains. The English-language outing lasts about 2.5 hours and suits fit, weather-ready climbers.

“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 guide from Bodø for a moderate hike through Åselidalen, the Hidden Valley between the Åselitindan and Falkflågtindan ridges. You’ll see clear mountain lakes, waterfalls, and peaks above 1,000 metres. Guides such as Ivar and Ingrid add local detail, including wild plants and dry pine trees.

“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

Join Brim Explorer for a four-hour cruise from Bodø through Mistfjorden and narrow Nordfjorden, with views of Landegode, Hovdsundet, Mjelle, Karlsøyvær, and Vestfjorden. At Kjerringøy, walk through forest to a 19th-century trading post with old buildings and boats. An English-speaking guide provides stories about wildlife and local history.

“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, then return by train. An onboard guide explains the railway’s iron ore and World War II history as you pass fjords, waterfalls, bridges, tunnels, and snowy mountains. Bring snacks, arrive at Narvik station, and try for a left-side seat.

“Excellent trip. Same as the cruise ship one at a fraction of the cost. Sit on left (fjord facing) side of train on departure. Ideally people are to switch sides for return trip but not everyone extends common courtesy. Area near train doors has fold down seats that offer good views and easy window access.”

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11.Premium eBike rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $99

Pick up a full-suspension Merida eMTB near Bodø’s Radisson Blu and spend the day exploring at your own pace. Ola and the Opplev Nord team provide route advice, a helmet, lock, gloves, splashguards, tools, and charger. Ride toward Keiservarden, Bodømarka, Soløyvatnet, the coast, or farther afield.

“Three of us went for an afternoon ride. It took us ten minutes to pick up the bikes and make some minor adjustments. Bikes were in premium shape, and worked really well on a pretty steep and technical loop. Return was quick and flexible tRead more”

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12.Trail challenge with electric mountainbike

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

Meet your English-speaking guide at Bodø’s Radisson Blu and pedal from harbor paths to Keiservarden, 360 meters above sea level. Electric mountain bikes handle much of the climb, while the guide adjusts the route for your ability. Expect a snack stop, a narrow first descent, forest roads, and views toward Sweden and the Lofoten Islands. Guide Michael may lead your ride.

“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

At Mørkvedhallen Klatresenter in Bodø, an instructor shows you the gym, fits you with climbing shoes and a harness, and teaches you to use the autobelay system. Your booking includes access to all areas and guided instruction. Plan for about three hours, though you may stay until closing.

“Great facilities, lots of fun climbing routes which are updated continuously, nice and accommodating staff, and all in all a great sense of community when you’re there, highly recommended 🙂”

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14.Saltstraumen: Arctic Adventure and Scenic Journey

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 14 reviews

Join Daniel of Seas & Peaks for a private three-hour drive from Bodø to Saltstraumen. Walk beside the water, learn how the narrow strait creates fierce tidal currents, hear about ancient settlements, enjoy Norwegian snacks, and take photographs. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, while film photos cost extra.

“Daniel was a fabulous guide!!! He picked us up at a spot convenient for us and was able to take us to the Saltstraumen. However, he didn’t stop there he took us to the other side of the river and showed us the view from up above on the bridge.”

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

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

Walk to Keiservarden, Bodø’s beloved year-round viewpoint, on a roughly four-hour guided hike. Follow Sherpa-built stone steps, learn about the local environment, and look across the city, islands, sea, and mountains. Guides have included Ivar, Julie, and Kaja. Transport is included, but hotel pickup is not.

“It was a great time, fun hike to do and very accessible. Ivar is an absolutely great guide, volunteered so much information and even tips & recommendations on what to do in the city itself besides fun facts on the region and surroundings, he was very patient as well as flexible, I absolutely enjoyed every bit of it.”

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