The 14 Best National Park Trips in Norway

1.Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 589 reviews · 10 hours · from $222Our pick

This 10-hour English-language day trip takes you from Bergen to Steindalsfossen, across Hardangerfjord, and into Folgefonna National Park. You’ll walk roughly 45 minutes to an hour each way to Bondhusvatnet, with time for a picnic beside the glacier lake. Guides have included Alexa, Salome, Bailey, Sam, and others.

“Fabulous Trip - the Guide was interesting and knowledgeable. The whole day was brilliant, beautiful scenery the whole way - plenty of stops for photos. The hike to the lake was fairly easy and the scenery on the way was spectacular as was the lake itself. We had a wonderful day.”

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2.Musk ox Safari in Dovrefjell National Park, Oppdal Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

Meet Oppdal Safari at 9:30 a.m. for a guided, roughly six-hour hike in Dovrefjell National Park. Guides such as Kaspar, Stina, Ida, and Hannes share facts about musk ox, plants, and local life while you search for wild herds. Bring lunch, water, sturdy clothing, and patience. Coffee, tea, and sometimes cinnamon buns are provided.

“Views were amazing! The team of professionals that managed the trip and took care of the guest were extremely knowledgeable; kind; had great senses of humor; and had great enthusiasm for what they do. It was refreshing to be in their presence! Thank you to the guide who allowed me to wear his jacket and shared his love of flora as well as for the Ox. We appreciated learning how plant, animal, and land, correlated with each other. This was such an enriching experience! My adult son and I will cherish this moment for life!”

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3.Bergen Day Tour to National Park Folgefonna and Glacier Lake

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 408 reviews · 10 hours (approx.) · from $228

Travel from Bergen to Steinsdalsfossen, cross the Hardangerfjord by ferry, and hike through Folgefonna National Park to turquoise Bondhusvatnet. Guides such as Sam and Alexa add Norwegian history and humor along the way. The day lasts about 10 hours, includes transport and ferries, and requires you to bring your own snacks.

“Superb tour and whilst the fjords, waterfalls and glaciers were amazing, they were only enhanced by our guide “Sam”. She was superb and despite less than ideal conditions (no microphone on the mini bus) she dealt with it all professionally and with style. A great tour and would recommend!”

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4.Arctic Wilderness Snowmobile Daytime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 8 hours · from $271

Travel by bus from Tromsø to the Lyngen Alps for a gentle, guided snowmobile ride through snowy valleys. You’ll receive winter gear, safety instruction, and 1.5 to 2 hours on a shared snowmobile, with time to switch drivers. Guides such as Jakub and Samuel have led recent trips, and lunch includes hot soup, bread, and drinks.

“This was the best activity we had at Tromso!! Amazing guide, thank you!!!”

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5.Dovrefjell National Park: Hiking Tour and Musk Ox Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · from $64Best value

Join guides such as Kim or Uwe for a six-hour hike through Dovrefjell National Park from Hjerkinn. You may walk 6 to 15 kilometers while searching for wild musk ox, reindeer, and other wildlife. A telescope is provided, but bring lunch, water, warm layers, and waterproof hiking shoes.

“Kim was a great guide, the size of the group was good and I felt like we were in very capable hands. And of course we saw some muskus oxen!”

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6.Small Group Wilderness Husky Sledding 2h from Tromsø (car needed)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $406

Meet hosts Espen and Delphine at their small kennel in Øverbygd, about 4.5 hours from Tromsø by tour time. After winter clothing, dog introductions, and a safety briefing, you and a partner drive your own sled for about two hours, switching between driver and passenger. Finish with a Norwegian outdoor lunch and warm drinks by the fire.

“The guide was nice and knew a lot about the dogs and the environment. We did spend quite some time on the farm before- and after the tour and saw that the dogs are treated very good! This is possible because it’s not a place where the big busses with tourists will come, smal scale and good tours have the priority.”

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7.Summer Day Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $142

Leave Tromsø with an English-speaking guide and hike roughly 2 kilometers each way toward Brosmetinden on Kvaløya. Expect fjords, valleys, islands, seasonal berries, and possible wildlife sightings. Your guide provides poles, a backpack, sitting pad, lunch, hot drinks, and souvenir photos. Evgeni is one guide praised for careful support and great photographs.

“The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable the hike and the view was incredible, a little more to eat and drink would have been great otherwise an awesome experience 😊 🇦🇺”

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8.Tromsø, Northern Lights and Wilderness Evening Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 23 reviews · from $158

Join a Norwegian- and English-speaking guide aboard the spacious MS Rygerdronningen for a 9pm Northern Lights cruise from Tromsø. Watch from warm panoramic cabins or outdoor decks, hear Aurora stories from guides such as Carlo, and receive a free return ticket if the lights do not appear.

“A very enjoyable evening. My husband has limited mobility and uses a powered wheelchair and fortunately is able also walk short distances. We arrived with him in his wheelchair as the event was noted to be wheelchair accessible. There arRead more”

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9.Midnight Sun Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $132

Leave Tromsø for the coast and walk an easy trail up a small mountain in the warm light of the midnight sun. Your English-speaking guide shares details about local plants and animals while you take in fjords, peaks, and valleys. The small group is limited to 15, with sandwiches, hiking poles, a backpack, and souvenir photos included.

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10.RIB Expedition to Seiland National Park – 3.5h

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $224

Ride a fast RIB from Alta across Altafjord to Bekkarfjord on Seiland. Expect steep coastal mountains, possible seals, sea eagles, reindeer, whales, dolphins, and a shore stop with warm drinks and local chocolate. Warm gear is provided, and guide Corra has earned special praise for her care and smooth handling.

“Well worth your time and money. A very unique experience that you will never forget! Do it! You won’t regret it!”

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11.Lofoten Islands: Hiking Into the Wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Join guide Timea for a three to four hour hike up Kleppstadheia in Lofoten. You’ll walk with a small group of no more than eight, use walking poles if needed, and adjust your pace to your ability. Bring food, water, and weatherproof layers. The hike starts and ends at Gimsøystraumen on the E10.

“Timea was simply amazing. She was knowledgeable, kind and patient. Highly recommend her and Viator for a seamless experience”

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12.Færvik: Raet National Park Sea Kayaking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Launch from Hove on Tromøya for a three-hour beginner-friendly sea-kayaking trip through Raet National Park. Your guide provides clothing, safety training, paddle practice, local history, and photos. Follow sheltered routes past Gjessøya, Merdø, St Helena, Badeholmen, and Gjessholmen, with time for a sandy-bay stop or a possible visit to historic Merdø.

“Great guide, regardless of weather. Personalized for who was there! Felt like it was a unique experience.”

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13.Experience Seiland National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · from $244

Travel by RIB from Alta across Altafjord to Bekkarfjord on Seiland, with a guide, thermal suit, life jacket, snack, and hot drinks. You will see steep coastal mountains, Europe’s northernmost glaciers, birdlife, and possibly seals and sea eagles. The trip lasts 3.5 hours and suits active visitors aged 12 and older.

“Very limited time at park. Landing has no exit—over rocks and dangerous terrain. Should not take this excursion if you have limited mobility. Scenery was beautiful.”

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14.Lofoten Islands: Guided Hiking Into the Wilderness – Uphill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $136

Join a local English-speaking guide for a 3.5 to 4-hour uphill hike from Gimsøystraumen to a 550-meter summit. You’ll walk a well-kept, non-exposed trail, learn about local nature and culture, and stop for photos. Paul may guide your outing, and one guide sometimes brings a friendly dog with your approval.

“Tutto perfetto, la guida veramente simpatica e preparata e il percorso adeguato per chi ha un allenamento medio e senza zone esposte, vista bellissima in vetta e durante il percorso, sentiero semplice e in buono stato, purtroppo ha iniziato a piovere una volta arrivati in vetta, ma nessun problema, con un buon paio di scarpe da trekking ed una giacca impermeabile tutto si è risolto. Importante portare uno zainetto per vestirsi a strati.”

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