15 Wildlife Safaris Worth Booking

1.Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $134Our pick

Leave Stavanger’s harbor in a 12-person RIB and follow the islands toward Lysefjord. Your captain, including guides such as Alex, Aksel, Eirik, or Ola, handles the boat and shares local stories. Expect Pulpit Rock from below, Fantahålå, Whiskey Falls, dry suits, goggles, and fast, bumpy runs.

“You won’t regret this RIB experience! Views are surreal and jaw dropping; Captain Alex was a great guide and skilful pilot of the boat.”

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2.Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 374 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $149

Leave Stavanger harbor in a high-speed RIB for a two-hour run through Lysefjord. Your captain points out old Stavanger, Pulpit Rock, Fantahålå, and Hengjanefossen waterfall. The boat carries up to 12 people, with float suits, life jackets, goggles, and gloves supplied.

“Lots of fun, beautiful views. Great trip I would strongly recommend for a family vacation or even a single travler”

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3.From Stavanger: Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock Safari by RIB

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 86 reviews · 2 hours · from $141

Take a fast, scenic RIB ride from Stavanger into Lysefjorden with a local English or Norwegian speaking guide. See Pulpit Rock from sea level, pause at Fantahålå cave and Whiskey Waterfall, then meet goats. Warm waterproof gear, hats, and gloves are provided.

“Our RIB Trip was absolutely amazing, far longer than the advertise one on our cruise line. The guide was so knowledgeable and he allowed as the flexibility to stop him wherever we wished to take photos and look for wildlife. The clothing and equipment was perfect and we were treated Very well throughout the entire activity. I cannot recommend this company enough.”

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4.Øystese: Hardangerfjord RIB safari to the Fyksesund branch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews

From Øystese, your local English or Norwegian-speaking skipper takes you by RIB across Hardangerfjord and into quiet Fyksesund. Expect narrow fjord views, waterfalls, a stop near roadless Botnen, and bursts of speed up to 50 knots. Small groups are limited to 12 people.

“C’était incroyable avec un guide vraiment sympa et drôle”

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5.Stavanger: Lysefjord Kayak Safari (Waterfalls & Pulpit Rock)

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 28 reviews · 6 hours · from $291

Paddle Lysefjord with a guide in English or Norwegian, learning basic kayak skills before visiting waterfalls, Vagabond's Cave, and the cliffs below Preikestolen. The six-hour trip includes paddling gear and chocolate, but you bring lunch or order a bakery pack in advance.

“We had a wonderful time. Our guide explained everything and helped us get set up. He had trivia, he had facts about Norway and the fjord. He even brought snacks! Even though we had some rough weather that day, it was still an amazing trip and activity thanks to Nordic Paddling.”

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6.Tromsø: Fjord and Floating Safari, Arctic Floating

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · 3h 30m · from $167

Join guide Mathieu for a small-group trip from Tromsø to Kvaløya, where weather decides the best sheltered fjord for floating in the Arctic Ocean. Wear a warm rescue suit, look for reindeer and berries, then share fire-cooked food, drinks, and an Arctic Ocean Floaters Club certificate.

“Excellent day out. Matthew was a great host and made for a very relaxing day all round.”

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7.Stavanger: Guided Lysefjord Safari on Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

From Stavanger harbour, a captain guides you through Lysefjord aboard a comfortable speedboat limited to 16 people. You’ll see Pulpit Rock, Vagabond’s Cave, Whiskey Falls, and possible wildlife while wearing a warm floating suit and inflatable life jacket. A minibus upgrade adds a fjord viewpoint.

“The tour was worth seeing as well as varied. There are explanations, photo stops at the highlights as well as a very sympathetic captain.Auto-translated”

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8.Lysefjord Kayak Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $203

Paddle Lysefjord with Nordic Paddling for about six hours, stopping at Fossånåfossen and Hengjanefossen, viewing Pulpit Rock from below, and entering Fantahålå cave. Sebastian is one guide named in the feedback. Gear, snacks, and photos are included. Bring lunch and water.

“This tour was amazing. We had Sebastian we our gracious guide and host for this tour. Sebastian was very helpful and had great conversation/stories to tell. The experience itself is breathtaking and the fjord water was very calm for a relaxing pace kayak adventure.”

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9.Stavanger: Boat Safari to Lysefjord and Preikestolen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 21 reviews · 2 hours · from $156

Start at Lysefjorden Marina in Forsand for a two-hour English-language boat safari through Lysefjord. Expect fast, comfortable boats, Preikestolen views, Fantahåla, Hengjanefossen Waterfall, local apple juice or hot chocolate, snacks, and floating suits in winter.

“De boottocht was fantastisch. Onze gids was een erg vriendelijke en vrolijke man, die zijn best heeft gedaan om de ervaring zo leuk mogelijk te maken. Veel leuke feiten over de omgeving, muziek voor de sfeer en een lekker hapje tussendoor. Ik raad deze boottocht aan voor iedereen die graag de Lysefjord wil bekijken, je zal zeker tevreden zijn :).”

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10.Fjord Sea Safari with Fishing from Bergen

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 19 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Join captain Andreas aboard a Norwegian-built Viknes 1030 for a three-hour fjord safari from Bergen. Fish the coastal waters, watch for sea eagles, hear local stories, and enjoy homemade fish soup, with your catch possibly added to the pot.

“Had a fantastic experience. Andreas was very kind and pleasant. My son caught his first fish! Highly recommend.”

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11.Bergen: Mostraumen Fjord Safari – by Premium RIB Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2h 30m · from $166

Leave Bergen by premium RIB with an experienced captain such as Lars or Tim, passing Bryggen, Old Bergen, Nordhordland Bridge, Osterfjord, and Mostraumen. Warm flotation suits, goggles, gloves, and hats are supplied, making this a fast, close-up fjord trip in any season.

“Onwijs gave ervaring! Het was erg koud, maar de crew deed er alles aan ons goed warm te houden, ze waren erg behulpzaam!”

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12.Fjord Safari in the Altafjord

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $171

Join Finnmark Moods in Alta for a 2-hour boat safari across Altafjord and toward Langfjord. Your English-speaking guide covers wildlife, geography, WWII history, and life in Finnmark while you watch for birds and dolphins from the deck or heated cabin. No landings are included.

“Great guide. Enthusiastic and knowledgeable. Pilot and copilot took us to interesting places. Hot drink and biscuits welcome on a snowy but calm fjord exploration. Loved it! Bonus saw a pod of large dolphins.”

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13.Lysefjord Fjord Safari Boat Tour from Forsand (Near Stavanger)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $160

From Forsand, your English-speaking captain takes you close to Lysefjord’s cliffs, Preikestolen, and Hengjanefossen waterfall. You will sample fresh waterfall water, enjoy local apple juice and snacks, and return to the marina after about two hours. The boat holds no more than 13 people.

“This was such an amazing experience. Me and my girlfriend booked the trip because we wanted to experience the fjord up close. This is for sure the best way to do that. The small boat was very comfortable and was able to get close to the beautiful rock formations. We even got to drink from a waterfall. Our guide took his time to show us the wonderful little hidden spots in the fjord. And he truly made the magical landscape come alive with his stories about the people and wildlife who live there. We even got some apple cider and chocolate during the trip. This was a unique experience and…”

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14.Alta: Altafjord 2-Hour Fjord Safari with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 7 reviews · 2 hours · from $166

Join a two-hour Altafjord cruise aboard the Sea Runner. Guides such as Valerie explain local history, wildlife, and geography in English or German while you watch for eagles, seals, and dolphins. Enjoy heated indoor seating, outdoor decks, coffee, tea, cookies, Wi-Fi, and a toilet onboard.

“Het was een erg leuke tour, leuke gids die erg enthousiast alles uitlegt. Fijne boot, je kunt binnen warm worden en buiten op t dek overal rondom kijken. Voor koffie, thee en koekjes wordt gezorgd. Leuk em voor dez eprijs prima aanrader! Ligt meteen naast de cruise port.”

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15.Fjord and Sea Eagle Safari from Sortland

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 2 to 3 hours (approx.) · from $85Best value

Meet at Havnegata 3 in Sortland for a 2 to 3-hour boat safari through Sortlandsundet. Your English-speaking guide searches for sea eagles, explores smaller fjords, and may reach Trollfjord. The boat holds no more than 36 people and returns to the starting point.

“Knowledgeable and friendly guide. Super equipment and boat. Interesting to explore smaller fjords and get close to the shore. Exciting to watch the magnificent sea eagles. An experience to remember.”

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