7 Tours in Stavanger to Build a Day Around

1.Scenic Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 5,791 reviews · from $82Our pick

Sail from Stavanger into Lysefjord on a quiet electric catamaran with panoramic windows, sun decks, Wi-Fi, and an English or Norwegian audio guide. You’ll pause at Fantahålå, Preikestolen, and Hengjanefossen waterfall, where the boat moves close enough for a cool spray. Snacks and drinks are sold onboard.

“Amazing trip. Very reasonable and impressive scenery . Best trip of our time in Norway. Drinks on board not that exepensive either for Norway . Very enjoyable 3 hours”

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2.Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,357 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $89

Sail from Strandkaien into Lysefjord on a 2.5-hour Helgøy Skyssbåt cruise. You will see Preikestolen from the water, Fantahåla, Ådnøy, and the Whiskey waterfall, with live or audio commentary in six languages. The clean, wheelchair-accessible boat has indoor seating, outdoor viewing areas, toilets, and refreshments.

“Sensational trip amazing views an absolute must for anyone visiting Stavanger”

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3.RIB Tour to Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,288 reviews · 2 hours · from $131

From Stavanger, you will race into Lysefjord on a two-hour RIB tour with an English-speaking skipper such as Eirik, Alex, Gian, or Simon. Expect close views of Preikestolen, Vagabond Cave, Whisky Falls, and Hengjanefossen, plus a chance to spot seals, porpoises, sea eagles, goats, and other wildlife. Warm floating suits and safety gear are provided.

“Axel was amazing!! Such a fantastic experience. Had the time of our lives”

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4.Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 821 reviews · from $136

Join Stavanger RIB at the city harbor for a two-hour ride into Lysefjord. Your English or Norwegian guide, sometimes a local captain such as Stig, combines fast runs with stops at Pulpit Rock, Vagabond Cave, and Hengjanefossen Waterfall. Warm floating suits, gloves, goggles, and lifejackets are supplied, but bring layers and secure your hat and camera.

“An absolute amazing experience, the guide was so friendly and knowledgeable about the area. It was a once in a lifetime experience. 10/10 recommend.”

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5.Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $134Top rated

Set out from Strandkaien in Stavanger for a two-hour RIB ride into Lysefjord. Your captain, often Aksel, Alex, Ola, or Eirik, handles the boat and shares local stories as you pass islands, fish farms, Pulpit Rock, Fantahålå, and Whiskeyfalls. Dry suits, goggles, and dry bags are provided. Expect speed, spray, and a small group of up to 12.

“Amazing experience, we all loved it! 2a and 2c ages 11 and 14! Such fun and great things to see! Kids want to book another one!!”

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6.Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $108

Travel from the Haugesund cruise dock to Åkrafjorden and 612-meter Langfoss waterfall in an air-conditioned vehicle. Guides such as Lilly, Aline, Jamie, and Hans have added history, humor, quizzes, music, and local stories. The tour also stops at Haraldshaugen and Åkrafjordtunet for photos, drinks, or snacks.

“Phenomenal experience w Lilly. The best tour guide around. We could not ask for a more pleasant, fun, and educational experience. This tour provides many extras you other companies do not provide. You will not regret it. She also turned us on to the best chocolate in Norway!! A&&&”

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7.Guided hike to Pulpit Rock Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 390 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $149

Join a small group of up to eight for a guided hike from Stavanger to Preikestolen. You’ll cross the fjord, climb rugged trails, and pause for photos above Lysefjorden. Guides such as Erle, Ola, Toa, and Marius are praised for patient pacing, local stories, and route knowledge. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included.

“Great trip to Pulpit Rock. Pick at accommodation right on time given . Very informative tour guide Ola . She was encouraging, patient , kind , did not risk us allowed us our own pace . Very knowledgeable. She showed us many interesting local edible plants. Was good to leave early at 7.00 am which avoided the crowds. Plenty of time given at Pulpit Rock. Ola kindly took many photos for us. Highly recommend this tour .”

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