15 Kayak & Canoe Trips in Norway to Build a Day Around

Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings - From basecamp to first strokes: what the day feels like

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

Winter sea kayaking from Tromsø through snowy fjords with drysuits, wildlife sightings, and hot drinks by the fire.

“This was an out of this world, fantastic trip which I would highly recommend. Wonderful guides, who were knowledgeable and very helpful. We saw eagles and seals during the trip, but more than that the snowy scenery was absolutely breathtaking throughout. Dress for the weather (it was very cold when we went in December) and be prepared for a fairly physical session, but beginners are welcome and encouraged.”

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Eggum: Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

2.Lofoten Islands Midnight Sun Kayak Tour

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

Paddle open water near Eggum in Norway, watch the midnight sun hover and rise again, then warm up with tea and island stories.

“absolutely incredible activity! didn’t have crazy high expectations going in but fully exceeded them and so glad we chose this tour. it felt calm, not rushed, peaceful, and we just casually chatted with people on our tour and our guide Leah as we paddled. We stopped half way on a little island and had some tea/coffee and cookies, it was unexpected but so amazing. the views and the sun were unreal.”

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Stavanger: Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

3.Guided Kayaking in Lysefjord

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

Guided kayaking in Lysefjord near Stavanger: stable kayaks, fjord gorges, waterfalls, and possible seal sightings in about 3 hours.

“It was amazing! One off the highlights of our holiday. If you can take this tour, you will not regret it ❤️ Rasmus was great and we have perfect pictures”

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Geiranger: Guided Kayak Tour in Geiranger Fjord

4.Guided Kayak Tour in Geiranger Fjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 192 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Guided kayak in Geiranger Fjord to Skagevika for Gjøerdefossen and Eagle Bend views, small English group, 2 hours.

“The kayaking activity in Geiranger fiord was great. With good weather it is absolutelly a must. Tom was a great guide and made everything smooth and fun!”

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Bergen: Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

5.Øygarden Islets Guided Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 190 reviews · 5 hours · from $198

Guided kayaking on Øygarden islets near Bergen with eagle-spotting, nature stories, stable double kayaks, and apple-juice snacks.

“We booked this last minute and wasn’t sure to expect but it was awesome! Our guide, Iris, was super lovely and knowledgeable. We kept a nice pace that is suitable for beginners as well as seasoned kayakers (and families) as we followed the current. Wet weather gear is supplied which is great for travellers. The salmon wrap and traditional Norwegian waffles were a tasty treat after the kayak. Would recommend :)”

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Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

6.Midnight Sun Kayak – Northern Explorer

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 151 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104Top rated

Midnight Sun double kayaking in Eggum, Lofoten. Paddle calm waters near islands, enjoy tea and snacks, watch seabirds and the sky.

“Extraordinary experience! The whole family loved it. Our guide was French and we have or communicate in our native language. Jules was very professional and friendly. We recommend it.Auto-translated”

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Eggum Lofoten: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

7.Eggum Lofoten: Kayaking Tour in Lofoten with Snacks

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

3-hour kayak from Eggum: calm turquoise water, fjord views, multilingual guide, hot drinks and snacks in a small group.

“The kajak tour were so much fun, and a fantastic experience when you want to see Lofoten. Our guide Lucio were so patient, experienced and had a good sense of humor. It was obvious that he was professional and that he knew what he was doing. Thank you so much for a fun activity to do with friends!”

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Kayaking in Reinefjorden

8.Kayaking in Reinefjorden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 137 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $145

Kayak Reinefjorden with a small group in Lofoten, using safety gear and a spray-skirt, plus marine-life spotting and stops at Reine and Moskenesøy.

“Lovely experience and the guide was very sweet, professional, and helpful. She masterfully helped a father-daughter duo who were struggling to kayak get their groove, in a way that got them excited to keep going, and it did not detract from the other kayakers experience. She made our trip memorable by adapting to the environment and showing us a beautiful time. Be prepared for the experience to be longer than slated (not complaining!) but if you have another event planned after, give yourself an hour buffer. The environment guides how long the tour will go. It’s worth it though!”

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From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy

9.Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy

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

Guided sea kayaking from Tromsø to Sommarøy. Paddle 5 km through sheltered islands, see seabirds up close, and use dry-suit gear. 4-6 hours.

“We loved our guides and it was organised really well!”

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Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

10.Guided Kayak Tour Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 108 reviews · 4 hours 15 minutes (approx.) · from $204

Guided kayak trip around Øygarden islets near Bergen with small-group instruction, central pickup, wildlife spotting, and lunch included.

“We had a fantastic afternoon of seak kayaking in the fjords. Stunning scenery and felt very safe and looked after by Johnnas - he I'd very knowledgeable about sea kayaking and the local area. And we were provided with a delicious salmon wrap in a beautiful lagoon; followed by home made waffles back at Base. Thoroughly recommend this trip”

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Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

11.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

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

Sea kayaking in Ålesund with local guides, safety briefing and gear included. Flexible departures, Jugendstil stories, and photo stops.

“Gute Gruppengröße.. nette Guids....super Wetter...blauer Himmel, Sonne und Spaß... Kajak gut...auch wenn die Lenkung etwas schwierig ist”

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Svolvaer: 2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

12.2-Hour Winter Kayaking Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 80 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Two hours of dry-suit winter kayaking in Svolvær. Calm water, crystal views, and local stories on a small-group tour.

“My friend and I had the best time on this activity! So much fun and such beautiful scenery. Would recommend!!”

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Olden: Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

13.Experience Beginner-friendly Fjord Kayaking

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

Beginner-friendly Olden fjord kayaking from the cruise port. Stable kayaks, expert local guides, and stunning Nordfjord views in 2 hours.

“We were lucky to have a sunny warm day to enjoy kayaking on the beautiful fjord. I highly recommend our guide, Peder. He was knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful.”

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Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

14.Half Day Kayak – Northern Explores AS

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 73 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $102

Half-day kayak tour from Eggum, Lofoten. Small group, beginner-friendly, hot drinks and snacks, wildlife spotting and guide stories.

“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…”

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Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

15.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

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

Kayak Oslo from Tjuvholmen to Akershus Fortress and the Opera House. 2 hours total, beginner-friendly, kids 5+, gear included.

“Outstanding! Felix was an excellent and friendly guide. The kayaking tour was delightful, even in stronger wind. The islands are beautiful and it was great to see nature and the metropolis from the water. Highly recommend to everyone visiting Oslo. Excellent tour - not to be missed!”

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