Norway · BOAT TOURS IN LOFOTEN ISLANDS
The 14 best boat tours in the Lofoten Islands you can book right now, with what each costs, how long it runs and who it suits. Number one is top for a reason; start there.
Silent Trollfjord cruise from Svolvær on a hybrid-electric boat, chasing white-tailed eagles and fjord views for 3 hours.
“Veronika was very professional and knowledgeable as a guide. Although it was a gloomy weather, her knowledge and friendly attitude made up for it and we still see a nice view of the Trollfjord and white-tailed sea eagle!”
From Svolvær, glide through Trollfjord on a fast RIB cruise to spot sea eagles up close, with warm gear and guidance.
“It was awesome!! Loved seeing all those sea eagles!! Also so much beauty!! Guide was soo informative!! I learned so much! Totally recommend this!!”
RIB boat safari from Svolvær to Trollfjord and Raftsundet, watching sea eagles feed and learning Viking stories.
“Very nice RIB tour, there are many sea eagles to watch. Trollfjorden was amazing as well”
Fish for cod in the Lofoten Sea from Svolvær. Learn gear basics, hear coastal stories, and take your catch home.
“A fantastic experience with great crew telling existing stories from the fisher men’s life! Really recommend this trip!”
Sail on a nearly silent electric ship to Trollfjord, with eagles overhead and an underwater drone showing life below the surface.
“It’s very serene, beautiful and Senja did an amazing job explaining to us what to learn look out for and what we should know about the place. The crew and captain are very professional and kind.”
2-hour RIB wildlife cruise from Svolvaer into Trollfjord for sea eagles, seals, and steep Lofoten scenery, with gear included.
“During our holidays at Lofoten, we wanted to have an experience on the water, so we picked this one. The view were amazing and the guide very professional, telling us the story about Svolvær, the Fisherman, the Fjords etc. Highly recommended!”
Cruise Trollfjord’s towering cliffs and spot Europe’s biggest sea eagles on a guided 3-hour safari from Svolvær, with onboard drinks available.
6-hour Lofoten cruise bus tour with a local English guide, port pickup, and photo-worthy stops at fishing villages, beaches, churches, and fjords.
“Super Ausflug. War nur für Gäste der Aida Bella organisiert, sind direkt am Hafen abgeholt worden. Wir haben viel gesehen, schöne Stopps für Fotos gemacht und der Guide hat viele spannende Geschichten erzählt. Uns hat es sehr gut gefallen. Vielen Dank für den tollen Tag der uns noch lange in Erinnerung bleiben wird.”
6-hour summer bus tour from Leknes: Skagsanden Beach, Nusfjord, Reine, Å i Lofoten, and Sakrisoya fishing villages.
“This tour company provides an excellent service for cruise passengers. Everything ran smoothly and the stops were timed just right. Although the weather was rainy, the time just glided along because of our tour guide. She was knowledgeable of both past and present traditions in Norway and remained engaged with the tour group for the entire time we were out. This tour was an excellent value and my husband and I enjoyed it thoroughly!”
Fast RIB safari from Svolvaer into Trollfjord for close sea eagle sightings, included gear, and dramatic fjord scenery.
“Absolutely awesome trip from start to finish. Our guide was great so knowledgeable and interesting to listen too.”
Sail from Svolvær to Full Steam near Henningsvær for possible Northern Lights, local fishing stories, underwater drone, and Norwegian caviar.
“Ottima esperienza. Il racconto di Ragnar ti permette di immergerti per un istante nella vita dei pescatori del luogo. Ottima la degustazione e molto professionale l’equipaggio. L’aurora purtroppo si è fatta desiderare nonostante il cielo stellato, ma ne vale comunque la pena.”
Svolvær sunset cruise on a hybrid-electric catamaran for 90 minutes, with chances to spot white-tailed eagles and golden light in Lofoten.
“Una gita meravigliosa! Abbiamo visto tantissime aquile di mare (sicuramente più di 20) in un giro stupendo consigliatissimo!!!”
5-hour Tromsø midnight sun cruise with wildlife spotting, fish soup, and optional hot tub or polar plunge on a small group yacht.
“Le capitaine du bateau a été absolument désagréable ! Il a très mal parlé à ma Fille de 12 ans parce qu elle avait oublié d enlever ses chaussures sur la première marche du bateau ! La remontrance a duré plusieurs secondes. Il lui a clairement hurlé dessus ! C’est inadmissible ! De plus, je ne recommande pas cette activité les jours de pluie, aucun effort est fait pour abriter les passagers sur l’extérieur. Déçus !”
Sea Eagle Sunset Cruise from Svolvær with Arctic-style tapas, panoramic views, and free time in Henningsvær, about 1.5 hours.
“Be aware of what your booking because the trip advertises it to go to Henningsvaer plus an arctic style tapas dinner well that didn’t happen I contacted Viator and the reply back was basically the tour operator didn’t care”
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