Top 11 Tours in Lofoten

1.From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140Our pick

Set out from Svolvær on Brim Explorer’s three-hour hybrid-electric cruise to Trollfjord. Ride in warm indoor lounges or on open decks, listen to an English-speaking guide, watch for white-tailed eagles, and, when conditions allow, see beneath the fjord with a sub-water drone. Guides have included Tobias, Adrian, Bee, Margot, and Ivan.

“Absolutely beautiful cruise around Trollfjord! A peaceful and unforgettable experience — highly recommend if you’re visiting Lofoten.”

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2.Lofoten Fishing Boat Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 621 reviews · 4 hours · from $135

Join Go2Lofoten from Sjømannsgata 5 in Svolvær for a four-hour sea-fishing trip with local guides such as Bor, Jonas, or Bard. You will learn basic techniques, fish for cod and pollock, hear coastal stories, and get help preparing your catch. Coffee, biscuits, rain gear, and fishing equipment are included.

“Absolutely fantastic fishing trip! The boat was well-kept and comfortable, and the guides were incredibly friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. Everything felt authentic and well-organized from start to finish. Compared to other ‘tourist’ activities, this offers exceptional value for money. An unforgettable experience that I would highly recommend to anyone!”

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3.From Svolvær: Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 591 reviews · from $107

From Svolvær’s main square, you’ll ride a fast RIB to Trollfjord with an English or Norwegian-speaking guide. Expect warm flotation gear, mountain views, sea eagles flying close to the boat, and stops for photos and local stories. Guides such as Rafael and Hilde have been praised for calm boat handling and engaging commentary.

“Amazing experience, we saw beautiful fjords, landscapes and a lot of eagles. They provided us with warm suits and face mask. Highly recommended.”

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4.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

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

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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5.Svolvær: Ultimate Aurora Hunt

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 238 reviews · 4 hours · from $173

Set out from Svinøya Rorbuer with an English-speaking aurora expert such as Dave, Christian, or Magdalena. Your small group of up to eight chases clear skies around Lofoten, with several possible stops, sky stories, camera tips, hot drinks, and digital photos of you beneath the Northern Lights.

“Dave was absolutely determined to give us a life experience... we started with cliudy weather and the sky was getting worse by the minute... after 2 unfortunate stops he decided to go back and offer us refund. On the way back, he was still looking at the cameras and and the sky (against all odds). We ended up at a mind blowing scenery where the green lady offered us an expansion... MAGESTIC!!! Thank you Dave!!!”

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6.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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7.From Svolvær: Guided Northern Lights Tour by Van

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 115 reviews · 4 hours · from $195

Meet your guide at Svolvær Tourist Information and spend four hours chasing the aurora in a climate-controlled van. Guides such as Jann adjust the route for clear skies, explain Lofoten life and aurora science, and help with camera settings. Bring warm clothes, a camera, and a tripod. The lights are never guaranteed.

“First we made a stop somewhere in the mountain then suddenly the aurora is getting bigger and Jann told us to get in the van and moved to better location, he drove us fast but safely. Within a few minutes we arrived at better location with better foreground and lucky for us the aurora was still big even getting bigger. Jann was very knowledgeable and he also lend me a tripod. Overall our experience with Jann was great.”

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8.The Aurora Jæger – Northern Lights Hunt with Local

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 107 reviews · from $161

Join local guide Odd-Petter Tanke Jensen for a 4.5-hour Northern Lights hunt from Svolvær or Kabelvåg. In a group of no more than seven, you’ll drive toward Moskenesøya, read the weather, stop at promising viewpoints, and get help with night photography. Coffee, tea, hot chocolate, and a tripod are included.

“this is a Heidi, the recommended captivity t. The tour guide was very professional and the friendly.. we visited a scenic spot. well, the Aurora surrounded us in all his glory.. it was an unforgettable experienc like nothing I had ever seen. . I highly recommended this activity”

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9.2-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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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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11.Private Northern Lights Search Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 32 reviews · from $494

Leave Svolvaer in a private minivan with an English-speaking guide and professional photographer. Andrea or Eric may lead the search, helping you use a camera and tripod while watching for the aurora over Lofoten’s bays, lagoons, and peaks. Warm drinks, biscuits, and next-day photos are included.

“We had a great time. The guide, Andrea, took good care of us.”

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