15 Norway Boat Tours Worth Booking

1.The Original Fjord Cruise to Mostraumen

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 8,440 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93Our pick

Cruise from Bergen’s Fish Market through Osterfjord toward Mostraumen, passing Bryggen, waterfalls, steep mountains, and strong tidal currents. You’ll have a warm cabin, sun deck, English and Norwegian audio commentary, toilets, and a kiosk selling hot drinks, waffles, cinnamon buns, and simple food.

“Great trip to see the fjords. 3hrs was more than enough. We enjoyed the waterfall, sand town and general scenery the most. Ship is very cozy.”

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2.Electric Fjord Cruise to Lysefjord & Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 8,385 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $93

Set out from Strandkaien on Rødne’s electric catamaran for a 3.5-hour round trip into Lysefjord. You’ll pause at Fantahålå, Preikestolen, and Hengjanefossen waterfall, with indoor seating, sun decks, Wi-Fi, an audio guide, and snacks for sale.

“Excellent tour on a very spacious and comfortable boat. Crew was awesome. Well worth the cost.”

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3.Oslo Fjord Sightseeing Cruise by Sailing Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,790 reviews · 2 hours · from $39Best value

Set out from Oslo City Hall Pier on a traditional sailing ship with a heated main deck, blankets, bar, and English commentary. You’ll pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, the Opera House, Munch Museum, and Bygdøy, where you can hop off to visit a museum before returning later.

“The information was timely as we passed interesting parts of the fjord”

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4.Scenic Fjord Cruise with Audio Guide Commentary

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 5,375 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $44

You’ll spend 90 minutes aboard a modern electric ship sailing from Oslo Fjordhage around the inner Oslofjord. See Akershus Fortress, Bygdøy, Hovedøya, Gressholmen, and the Opera House from the water, with a free multilingual audio guide, Wi-Fi, a café-bar, and accessible decks.

“Great to see Oslo and surrounds from the water as night fell.”

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5.Arctic Fjord Cruise & Fishing Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 4,588 reviews · 5 hours · from $152

Spend five hours cruising Tromsø’s fjords with local guides such as Ken, Kristina and Carolina. You’ll visit Rya Island and Ramfjord, try for cod and haddock, watch for eagles and foxes, and warm up with drinks, cookies, thermal suits and fresh fish soup.

“The trip was very relaxed we could wander around the boat inside and out . We could help ourselves to hot and cold drinks and delicious biscuits all day . The guides were friendly , helpful and informative. The scenery was stunning. We saw a beautiful red fox who came to the shore to eat a fish tossed out by the crew. The fishing was fun and several groups caught cod. The fish soup was delicious and there was plenty for second helpings . A free day”

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6.Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 4,217 reviews · from $195

Join Brim Explorer for a 7 to 9 hour whale search from Tromsø to Skjervøy. Guides including Connor, Bee, Adrian and Ivan have led lively wildlife talks, while the hybrid catamaran offers warm lounges, panoramic windows, Wi-Fi and outdoor decks.

“Our guide Connor was brilliant, you would not expect Aussie in the arctic! He was funny as well as helpful and informative.”

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7.Mostraumen Fjord Cruise – with Local Tour Guides

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,849 reviews · 3h 30m · from $78

From Strandkaien 13, you’ll cruise Bergen’s Cityfjord, Salhusfjord, and the 27-kilometer Osterfjord to the narrow Mostraumen Strait. English commentary, panoramic indoor seating, outdoor decks, toilets, and a snack bar make this a comfortable 210-minute fjord trip.

“I think it was one of the most beautiful places I have ever visited!”

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8.Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140Top rated

Set out from Svolvær with guides such as Tobias, Bee, Margot, and Ivan for a quiet three-hour cruise to Trollfjord. Enjoy panoramic indoor lounges, open decks, wildlife viewing, local food for purchase, and possible underwater-drone footage. The captain may bring you close to eagles, porpoises, or whales.

“Tobias, Adrian, and the rest of the crew were top notch. Really made our experience enjoyable. Not only were they informative and engaging, but also calm and communicative during stretches of very choppy waters. They made as feel at ease and ensured everyone enjoyed the ride. Would definitely do it again!”

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9.Arctic Fjord Cruise With Stop On Land At Fish Racks

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 2,268 reviews · 4 hours · from $125

Cruise from Tromsø through Ramfjorden, Rystraumen, and nearby Arctic waters on a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. Your English-speaking guides may include Tobias, Fred, Frida, or Francesca. Expect fjord views, an underwater drone, eagle and dolphin sightings, and a weather-dependent stop at local fish racks.

“A guide was amazing, I don’t remember her name but she was from Sweden, her knowledge about nature and fiords was amazing, she also was very friendly and talkative as she was very happy to answer any questions.”

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10.100% Electric Oslofjord Sightseeing Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 2,041 reviews · 2 hours · from $40

Cruise Oslofjord for two hours on a quiet, zero-emission electric boat. See the Opera House, Munch Museum, City Hall, Akershus Fortress, and island communities through panoramic windows. Use the English audio guide, step outside for fresh air, or ask about the optional Bygdøy stop.

“amazing trip to the fjord. the boat is clean and quiet. the fjord is beautiful.”

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11.Fjord Evening Cruise with Shrimp Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,956 reviews · 3 hours · from $88

Spend three relaxed hours aboard a restored wooden sailing ship from Oslo City Hall, eating fresh peel-and-eat shrimp as you pass Hovedøya, Dyna Lighthouse, Bygdøy, and Huk Bay. You get music, blankets, and a bar, but no formal sightseeing guide or allocated seating.

“Great time! Lots of shrimps, nice views, warm blankets”

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12.Guided Sightseeing Fjord Cruise on Premium Silent Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,826 reviews · 2 hours · from $51

Join Brim Explorer at Aker Brygge for a two-hour English-language cruise aboard Ms Brisen, a quiet electric boat with three outdoor decks, warm panoramic saloons, and a cafe serving pastries and drinks. Guides such as Suzi, Frederick, and Sophie explain Oslo’s landmarks, islands, wildlife, and waterfront stories.

“Beautiful scenery, an entertaining guide, shelter available in bad weather, nice bar.”

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13.Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100

Leave Tromsø’s city-center pier at 8 p.m. for a three-and-a-half-hour Aurora cruise. Guides such as Ken, Holly, Thomas, and Hans Eric help you understand the lights and set up your camera. Warm drinks, cookies, toilets, thermal suits, and indoor seating make this a comfortable way to search by sea.

“Trip was fantastic. A lovely clean ship, with plenty of space indoors and on deck. Hot drinks and biscuits included in the price. The guides were very knowledgeable and amusing. We very very lucky to and had an amazing northern lights display. All in all, a pretty perfect trip”

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14.Mostraumen Fjord Cruise with Local Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,169 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $88

From Zachariasbryggen, cruise past Bryggen, Sandviken, Osterfjord, and the narrow Mostraumen tidal stream toward Modalen. An English-speaking guide, including guides such as Laura, Raul, and Frode, provides commentary while you enjoy the upper deck, warm saloon, hot drinks, and waffles sold onboard.

“Tour was amazing, our guide was very informative. a lovely way to spend New years eve and with the snowfall just made it more magical x”

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15.Viking Village, Nærøyfjord Cruise & Flåm Railway

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,047 reviews · 10h 30m · from $418

Spend about 10.5 hours traveling from Bergen by coach, ferry, and train. Visit Njardarheimr Viking village, cruise the Nærøyfjord on the electric Future of the Fjords, and ride the Flåm Railway. Guides such as Michael, Maria, Tracy, and Ivan are praised for clear commentary and good humor.

“We were shown around beautiful, interesting parts of Norway. Our guide, Ivan is knowledgeable, friendly, relaxed and funny; he made sure we all had a great day. Linda is friendly and a very skilled driver. Would highly recommend this trip.”

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