Norway · CANOES & KAYAKS
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Norway is expensive and the good season is short, so the choice matters. Below are the 15 paddling trips that earn the outlay, each with its price, its length and what you actually get for it.
Winter sea kayaking in Tromsø’s Arctic fjords, seals and sea eagles, drysuits, transfer, and hot drinks by the fire. 5 hours.
“Rune the your guide and his girlfriend were amazing, the activity was amazing and really fun, the your guides were lovely and very friendly, definitely would recommend this activity.”
Paddle 3 hours from Eggum in Lofoten under the midnight sun, with open-ocean views, island stops for tea, and wildlife spotting.
“כמובן! הנה גרסה באנגלית לחוות דעת כנה וחיובית: ⸻ An unforgettable kayaking experience in Lofoten! I had an incredible time paddling through the calm, crystal-clear waters surrounded by breathtaking scenery. Our guide was absolutely wonderful – knowledgeable, patient, and full of passion for the area. He made me feel safe and welcomed throughout the entire trip. Highly recommended!!!”
Guided kayaking in Lysefjord from Stavanger. See seals, granite gorges and Vagabonds Cave on a 3-hour paddle with Nordic Paddling gear.
“Great fun! Lukas was kind, friendly, and chatty about the fjord and the surrounding area.”
Guided kayaking on Øygarden islets near Bergen. Spot eagles and sea life, hear local stories, and warm up with lefse, apple juice, and waffles.
“We absolutely loved our kayaking tour. The pickup was easy and our guide was great. We had a lovely lunch on a little island (choice of salmon, ham or veggie) along with a local apple juice. The kayaking was a total of 4.6 miles, a lovely scenic circular route with amazing views of the island. Life jackets and waterproofs were provided. We were also provided with delicious waffles (including the famous brown cheese as one of the toppings) and hot drinks after kayaking before travelling back to central Bergen.”
Midnight Sun kayaking in Lofoten from Eggum. Double kayaks, homemade tea and snacks, wildlife spotting, and beginner-friendly guidance.
“Lucio was an awesome tour guide and his insight and light-heartedness made the trip all the more fun. Even if you’ve never kayaked before, I still recommend trying this out! Truly a once a unique experience!”
Kayak around Øygarden islets from Bergen with beginner coaching, small-group guidance, and a lunch with apple juice in the North Sea.
“Great guide, from Colorado. Lunch on a little beach and wife slipping into water when she was trying to get wet.”
Sea kayaking in Ålesund from Brunholmen with a small group, Art Nouveau stories, photo stops, and evening departures.
“The biggest issue with this kayak trip is going around the city was not very scenic. It was fun Kayaking and the guide was nice had helpful but not much to look at. We kayaked to the industrial side of the town and was hoping to see a few more sites then just this. It may be that this all there was to see in Alesund. Might have been better time spent hiking to the scenic view instead.”
2-hour winter kayak on Svolvær calm waters with dry suit gear and guide stories, small groups up to 10, $135.
“It was well organised. Toby, patiently guided us with our waterproof overalls and equipment briefing. It was an unique experience to kayak above the arctic circle and experience the constant weather changes even within just the 2 hrs. He was also informative. We got to see White tailed sea eagles too.”
Beginner-friendly fjord kayaking in Olden from the cruise dock. 2 hours on calm Nordfjord waters, stable boats, expert English guides.
“Peder was very informative and brought us back to the pier on time.”
Half-day kayak from Eggum, Lofoten. Small group, expert guide, hot drinks and snacks, beginner friendly paddling near tiny islands.
“I don’t think this trip is well suited for beginners. Myself and my friend had no kayaking experience which is why we booked this tour as it was described as ‘perfect for beginners’. We didn’t get much of a briefing on how to steer the kayak, how best to use the oars, techniques etc. The tour involved kayaking across a windy bay to get to the islands which is hard work and difficult if you’re not used to sea kayaking. The tour takes you round a few sheltered islands that weren’t very pretty or interesting to look at and we didn’t see any wildlife at all. Then on the way…”
Kayak Lofoten from Eggum with a multilingual guide, snack stop, and dramatic fjord views in 3 hours. $75 pp.
“Thanks to the two guys, who guides us. The made the experience perfect.”
Beginner-friendly fjord kayaking in Hellesylt with stable kayaks, expert local guides, and mountain and waterfall views in 2 hours.
“what an exceptional experience ❤️ Book it, you will not regret it.”
Guided sea kayaking from Tromsø to Sommarøy, with drysuit gear, white-sand beaches, wildlife spotting, and a scenic transfer.
“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!”
Stavanger day hike to Preikestolen on a hidden trail, starting with a peaceful canoe ride and finishing with fjord views and included lunch.
“An exceptionally delightful and unparalleled adventure involving kayaking, hiking, and climbing is highly recommended for individuals in good physical condition. I express my gratitude to our guide who was the most amiable person encountered during my stay in Norway.”
3-hour guided kayaking on the Oslofjord from Karenslyst, with gear and coaching, plus seaside views of Oslo.
“I highly recommend kayaking with Sven. It was a new experience for me, but he's a great instructor – calm, friendly, and motivating :) Thank you for the interesting conversations and for showing Oslo from a different perspective :)”
