Top 12 Norway Kayaking Tours

1.Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 591 reviews · 5 - 6 hours · from $225Our pick

Kayak Tromsø’s winter fjords in a small group of up to 10, with drysuits, instruction, transport, and a local English-speaking guide. Guides such as Lauti, Jenka, Eamon, and Advin help beginners manage the cold, currents, and paddling pace. Look for seals, sea eagles, ducks, and floating ice before warming up at basecamp.

“Great activity. Super cool, mentally and physically lol. The view is amazing. Loved it very much. The guides are super helpful. We weren’t paddling fast enough and they’ll wait for you. If you’re tired, you will get tied to a rope, and they’ll pull you :)”

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2.Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

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

Meet at Eggum’s small fishing harbor and look for the red container. In a double kayak, you’ll paddle among small islands with guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santi, stopping for hot drinks, snacks, and local stories. No kayaking experience is required, but bring warm, waterproof clothing and plan ahead for the lack of a bathroom.

“Nice afternoon! Our guide Lucio was professional and talkative, thanks! We got a lot of photos as well. We recommend.”

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3.Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 200 reviews · 3 hours · from $145

Meet Nordic Paddling near Dørvika Beach for a three-hour guided paddle on Lysefjord. After a short safety briefing, you will learn basic strokes, pass steep granite walls and waterfalls, visit Vagabonds Cave, and look for seals. Guides speak English and Norwegian. Bring dry clothes, water, and thermal layers.

“I had an amazing time! It was very well organized. The guide was very friendly, professional and knowledgeable. The tour was absolutely breathtaking! Thank you!”

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4.Eggum Lofoten: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 141 reviews · 3 hours · from $99

Join a small group of up to 10 at Eggum’s fishing harbor for a three-hour beginner-friendly kayak trip. After a safety briefing, paddle double kayaks around calm islands, pause for snacks and hot drinks, and hear about Lofoten’s nature and past from a multilingual guide. Guides including Lucio, Israel, Santi, and Aaron have led recent outings.

“The tour was great, guides were very professional and welcoming. I do recommend!”

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5.From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 115 reviews · 4 - 6 hours · from $162

Kayak about 5 km through Sommarøy’s sheltered sounds with an English-speaking local guide. You’ll use stable double kayaks, stop on a white beach, and may see sea eagles. Transport from Tromsø is available when booked, and dry suits, boots, mittens, and safety gear are provided.

“It was a brilliant experience, stunning scenery and the most helpful and friendly guide one could ask for. Despite vastly varying levels of experience, I think that everyone had an amazing time. highly recommended, would do it again in a heartbeat”

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6.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 99 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $118

Meet at Brunholmen for a 2.5-hour guided paddle through Brosundet and Ålesund’s nearby waterways. You’ll receive safety instruction, equipment, local stories, and several photo stops. Flexible departures may offer evening or sunset light. Guides such as Linda, Daniel, Patrick, and Kristoff have helped first-time paddlers feel at ease.

“Our sea kayaking adventure with Matt and Patrick was a wonderful way to experience Alesund! The guides were very knowledgeable and informative. We loved hearing local stories and traditions. Our photographs will be a reminder of a most special afternoon.”

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7.Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 76 reviews · 2 hours · from $105

Spend two hours kayaking Olden’s calm Nordfjord waters in a stable, beginner-friendly boat. English-speaking guides such as Richard, Peder, Peter, and Nikca provide basic instruction, local stories, and a steady pace. The base is a five-minute walk from the cruise dock, with red kayaks and a white beach flag to guide you in.

“The fjord was super calm and the view were just spectacular! Peter was a great guide”

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8.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 69 reviews · 2 hours · from $114

Mad Goats takes you from Tjuvholmen into Oslo’s harbor for about 1 to 1.5 hours on the water. You’ll learn basic kayaking with an English-speaking guide, paddle past the Opera House and Akershus Fortress, and may reach nearby islands or a beach when conditions allow. No experience is needed, but you should be reasonably fit and able to swim.

“I love kayaking, and Olivia was a knowledgeable, and very, careful guide, as we made our way out of Oslo harbor and around Hovedoya. A beautiful morning.”

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9.Akerselva River: Urban Paddling Adventure Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 68 reviews · 1.5 hours · from $114

Join Mad Goats for a 1.5-hour English-language kayak tour from Nedre Foss park through Grünerløkka and Grønland. You’ll receive safety instruction, equipment, and guide-taken photos before paddling through a 500-meter tunnel and finishing beside Oslo’s Opera House and Munch Museum. Expect an active outing and some splashing.

“Super fun! A great way to see the city from a different perspective. You might get a bit wet, so a k-way and sandals are ideal. The guides also take photos and share them with you via Airdrop so you don’t have to worry about it.”

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10.From Svolvær: Lofoten Guided Kayak Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 66 reviews · 2 hours · from $94Best value

Meet Go2Lofoten at Sjømannsgata 5 for a two-hour guided paddle around Svolvær. You’ll learn basic sea-kayaking skills, watch for sea eagles, enjoy views of steep mountains and beaches, and hear Viking stories. Guide Ina has been praised for careful instruction and a calm approach in rainy weather. Kayak, paddle, cover, and life vest are included.

“Had a great time kayaking even with the rain. We were only 2 participants, so the experience was really tailored to us. Thanks again!”

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11.Frafjord Paddling & Månafossen Waterfall Hike Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 7 hours · from $187Top rated

Travel from Stavanger with Gabriel to Månafossen, Norway’s seventh-largest free-falling waterfall, then paddle Frafjord by kayak or SUP. The seven-hour outing includes transport, wetsuit, life vest, safety instruction, hot drinks, and time for photos. It suits active visitors who want a small-group day beyond the usual Stavanger sights.

“We were so happy with our guides and activity. The whole day was amazing, we will remember it forever. The transportation was so comfortable and the views that we saw were mesmerizing. I would highly reccomend this activity to everyone that loves nature and adventure.”

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12.From Flåm: Nærøyfjord 3 Day Kayaking and Camping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 16 reviews · 3 days · from $916

Meet Njord’s English-speaking guide at Flåm beach for three days of kayaking, hiking, wilderness camping, and outdoor cooking in Nærøyfjorden World Heritage Park. Groups are limited to eight. Guides such as Patrick, Tom, Webby, Daniel, and Nicole have led trips praised for careful pacing, strong planning, and excellent camp meals.

“Bellissime esperienza che consigliamo a tutti! Abbiamo trovato delle guide molto preparate e piene di energia che ci hanno fatto vivere tre giorni meravigliosi. Panorami mozzafiato e tanta avventura, esperienza adatta a tutti in qualsiasi condizione meteo”

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