Norway · TOURS IN LOFOTEN
The islands are a chain of fishing villages under peaks that come straight out of the sea. The 15 below cover the boats, the kayaks and the midnight sun trips, priced and clear about which months they run.
Paddle a double kayak from Eggum for three hours with guides such as Lucio, Israel, and Santi. You will cross calm coastal water, pause on a small island for hot drinks and snacks, and watch the midnight sun hover over the open ocean. No kayaking experience is required.
“I really enjoyed the cup of tea at the little island and the guide was really nice”
Join guide Lukas, also listed as Lucas or Łukasz, for a six-hour small-group drive from Svolvær through Kabelvåg, Gimsøya, Haukland Beach, Unstad, and Henningsvær. Expect scenic stops, local history, myths, snacks, drinks, and a picnic near the surf beach. Pickup is available around Svolvær and Kabelvåg.
“Lukas was a great tour guide, passionate about the area, very knowledgeable and accommodating. We really loved this tour and highly recommend.”
Meet at Eggum Harbour at 10 pm for a three-hour double-kayak trip along the coast and nearby islands. No experience is needed. Guides such as Lucio, Israel, Santiago, and Juke provide safety help, local stories, wildlife notes, tea, cookies, and photos when conditions allow. From August, the start time shifts with sunset.
“It was beatiful weather and the guides were friendly, talented and told fine stories. Thank you for a great evening.”
Ride a calm Icelandic horse from Hov Gård across Hov beach and toward Hovsund on Gimsøya Island. Your English-speaking guide teaches basic reins and handling before the 1.5-hour ride. Expect sea views, Viking remains, traditional fish-drying racks, and possible summer sightings of sea eagles.
“absolutely magical! highly recommend to everyone regardless if you have any experience with riding a horse.”
From Gravdal Port, you’ll ride through Lofoten with stops at Skagsanden Beach, Nusfjord, Hamnøy, Reine, Å, and Sakrisøya. Guides such as Laura and Simon have provided clear local commentary, while the route keeps walking light and photo stops frequent. Expect a scenic, weather-dependent day in a shared bus.
“Beautiful scenery, and interesting commentary. Was an ovecast day but we still saw amazing colours and landscapes.”
From Eggum, paddle north-east around small islands with a professional guide such as Lucio, Israel, or Carlos. You’ll learn kayak safety, hear stories about Lofoten’s nature, and pause for snacks, coffee, or tea. No previous kayaking experience is needed, but wind can make the bay crossing tiring.
“Really great experience and really reasonable price. Kayaking around little rocky islands from the meeting site and getting to disembark on one of the them for a pause was really fun. Would highly recommend to anyone who loves feeling at one with nature.”
Meet your guide at Eggum’s small fishing harbor, look for the little red container, and learn kayak safety before paddling around calm, shallow waters and small islands. This three-hour tour includes double kayaks, equipment, snacks, hot drinks, and guides in English, Spanish, German, or Hungarian. Lucio has guided some outings.
“The tour was great, guides were very professional and welcoming. I do recommend!”
Meet guide Daniel at Lofoten Diving in Ballstad for a three-hour Arctic snorkeling trip by RIB boat. Your dry suit, snorkel gear, transport to the water, expert instruction, and hot coffee or tea are included. The small group, capped at eight, suits families, beginners, and certified scuba companions.
“The guide is super helpful and friendly! He is a very precessional diver and he provided us enormous support. He is very careful with the rules and regulations under the water to ensure the safety of us. It was an unforgettable experience. If I eRead more”
Meet your English-speaking guide near Heimbrygga restaurant on Skrova, just 50 meters from the ferry dock. After a safety briefing, paddle a double kayak through clear water, look for sea eagles and fish, and pause by white sand beaches. The three-hour tour includes kayak gear, water shoes, a dry bag, and a guide.
Join a local English or Norwegian speaking skipper at 9 p.m. in Henningsvær for a 2-hour RIB boat safari. You’ll pass narrow straits toward the open ocean in the soft midnight light, looking for sea eagles, seals, puffins, and possibly whales. Dry suits, life vests, and gloves are provided.
“Prachtige zonsondergang. Paar kopjes van zeehondjes gezien en zeearenden.”
Meet at Skrova ferry quay for a three-hour guided sea-kayak trip around one of Lofoten’s most scenic islands. The small group, capped at 10, includes safety gear and instruction, making it suitable for first-timers. Guides including Michael, Jenn, and Olivia have been praised for clear advice, careful supervision, and warm local insight.
“Great tour guide, who made his way around to everyone and seemed genuinely interested in hearing from them. Excellent scenery Extremely safe.”
Spend six hours in Lofoten kayaking between small islands and white beaches, hiking uphill for wide views, and rappelling down cliffs on the return. Guides including Lucio, Israel, Carlos, and Sebastián provide safety instruction, local stories, lunch, snacks, and photos. The group is limited to 10 people, with a 10:00 a.m. start at Eggumsveien 655.
“Our guide, Lucio, made the whole experience fun from the start- he instructed us in a way that made us all feel safe but not overwhelmed so we could fully enjoy tour. He also had a lot of fun finds about the area and wildlife we saw along the way. I loved the added touch of a fire and lunch on the beach- it really allowed the group to bond. Would highly recommend this tour as a fun/ unique way to experience Lofoten!”
At Hov Gård on Gimsøya, you’ll learn basic riding skills before following a horse along the coast toward Hovsund. Expect 90 minutes of slow riding through golden midnight-sun light, past fish-drying racks, old Viking settlement sites, mountains, and an Arctic beach. English-speaking guides, including Liss, lead small groups of up to eight.
“Hadde en super tur med guiden Liss. Hun gav nyttige tilbakemeldinger underveis og vi hadde en fin samtale. Hesten min Maja var rolig og trygg. Anbefales!”
Meet your English-speaking local guide at Gravdal or Svolvær pier and spend six hours seeing Lofoten by road. The route changes with your port: Gravdal visits Ramberg, Flakstad, Hamnøy, Sakrisøy, Reine, and Å, while Svolvær includes Haukland, Gimsøy, Henningsvær, and Vågan Church.
“It was a nice bus trip in the end, but because of the somewhat confusing translation you used, we were under the impression that it was a boat trip. You refer to it as a "Rondvaart" (boat trip) instead of a "Rondrit" (tour). However, the excursion was well organized, with a good guide and enough stops to see all the sights.”
Travel from Leknes through western Lofoten with a private English-speaking guide, stopping at Haukland Beach, Flakstad Church, Hamnoy, Reinehalsen, and Å. Guides including Andrea, Alicja, Damian, and Luna are praised for flexible pacing, local stories, photo help, and reliable cruise-ship timing. Lunch at Sakrisoya is optional.
“Our driver was amazing, very informative and supplied us with water, snacks! He also was an excellent driver and made our return to the cruise ship on time for our departure!”
Pick a fjord, a sled team or a night under the aurora.
