The 10 Best Sea Kayaking in Norway

1.Tromsø: Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

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

You’ll paddle winter fjords near Tromsø in a small group of up to 10, with drysuits, instruction, transfers, and guides such as Lauti, Jenka, and Eamon. Expect about 2.5 hours on the water, possible seals and sea eagles, and hot drinks and snacks by the fire afterward.

“Activity was great. Most in the group did not have any kayak experience, but that did not impact the experience. Already started with a seal in the place where we entered the water, and after approximately 1hr we found a big group of seals. Thanks to our guides, who set a nice pace and kept good tracknof us.”

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2.From Tromsø: Sea Kayaking Tour at Sommarøy

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

Join a small-group sea-kayaking trip from Tromsø to Sommarøy, guided in English by experienced locals such as Rune, Gaute, or Aymen. Paddle about 5 kilometers through sheltered sounds, stop at a quiet beach, and watch for sea eagles. Stable double kayaks, dry suits, boots, and transfers are available.

“Our guide made us feel comfortable and safe on the sea. He was very knowledgeable about the area. The area was beautiful! It was an exceptional tour.”

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3.Sea Kayaking In Ålesund

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

Meet guides such as Linda, Daniel, Kristoff, or Patrick at Brunholmen for a 2.5-hour beginner-friendly paddle through Brosundet and Ålesund’s waterways. Expect safety instruction, dry gear, city stories, photo stops, and possible tandem kayaks in a small group.

“We had a lovely time with Katy! Highly recommend! Great way to see Alesund and a bit of the surrounding area.”

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4.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

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

Join Mad Goats in Tjuvholmen for a two-hour English-language kayak tour through central Oslo. You will paddle for about 60 to 90 minutes past Akershus Fortress and the Opera House, with guides such as Olivia, Felix, and Tobias helping first-timers find their rhythm.

“The Tour was simply perfect , Felix , my guide , is a super and kind guy , I couldn’t ask for a better guide and for a better morning. Absolutely recommended !”

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5.Sea Kayaking Rental

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 40 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $59Top rated

Meet Outdoor Norway at Evangervegen 32 in Vossevangen for about three hours on a calm lake near Voss. Paddle a stable solo or double kayak with safety gear included, and choose to go independently or with a guide. The setting suits families and first-time paddlers.

“Very helpful staff. Kayaks with the cover bit so you don't get wet. Pretty area to kayak. We enjoyed it!”

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6.From Tromsø: Sommarøy Midnight Sun Sea Kayaking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 34 reviews · 5 - 7 hours · from $173

You’ll drive about an hour from Tromsø to Sommarøy, learn sea-kayak basics from a certified local guide, then paddle among islands beneath the midnight sun. Expect drysuits, possible seals and sea eagles, a beach stop, hot drinks, and a 5 to 7 hour outing.

“The tour is too expensive for a 3hr kayak ride around the island with a break with some biscuits and tea in the middle. The guide was not talkative and would probably have not said a lot about the surrounding nature if we did not ask.”

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7.Kristiansand: Scenic Double Sea Kayak Tour around Odderoya

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 32 reviews · 2.5 hours · from $125

Join TrollAktiv for a 2.5-hour double sea-kayak trip from Kristiansand’s tourist harbor. Guides such as Ricky, Pat, Amalia, and Tim teach beginners the basics, then lead you around Odderøya, past Kilden, the art silos, Fiskebrygga, and Kongebrygga.

“Our Tour Guide Amalia was excellent! She took great care of us, was open-minded and friendly, always helpful. We were Kajak beginners but Amalia showed us everything. So there was no reason to worry about. We had a great trip and an enjoyable time with Amalia! Thank you so much, Andrea and Ulrich from Germany.”

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8.Svolvaer: Sea Kayaking Experience

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 25 reviews · 4 hours · from $163

Join a small group of up to eight for a four-hour sea-kayaking trip from Svolvær. Guide Odd Krane shares local nature and history as you paddle past islands, bays, and beaches. Double kayaks, safety gear, jackets, and paddle mittens are provided. Bring your own lunch and drinks.

“Our guide Odd was really lovely, told us a lot about kayaking and the surrounding wildlife and other funny and interesting stories. Absolutely recommend, hope to do it again soon!”

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9.Rental – Sea Kayak

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 13 reviews · 1 day · from $50Best value

Paddle Vangsvatnet independently in a single, double, or three-seat kayak. Outdoor Norway supplies a paddle, spray skirt, PFD, splash jacket, bilge pump, and paddle leash. You get a short start-up briefing, help reaching the water, and the freedom to choose your own route.

“awesome guide and experience :) attendant was really nice and friendly and helpful in getting the kayaks into the water”

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10.Lillesand Coastal Kayak Tour: Explore Norway beautiful coast

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 7 reviews · 3 hours · from $156

Join Hakeem and the Padlegleden team for a gentle three-hour kayak trip from Kokkenes 18 in Lillesand. Paddle among small islands, smooth rocks, seabirds, and summer homes in stable kayaks, with routes adapted to the weather and your group’s pace.

“It was a lovely kayak tour around the coast of Lilllesand. Hakeem was a great guide, he showed us the beauty of the area. We had some very nice stops along the tour and the pace was perfect for us. The weather was great, which definitely added to the experience. Recommend the tour.”

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