4 Norway Island Hopping Tours Worth Boarding

1.From Svolvær: Lofoten Islands Silent Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,979 reviews · 3 hours · from $140Our pick

Join Brim Explorer for a three-hour morning cruise from Svolvær to Trollfjord. A live English-speaking guide such as Tobias, Bee, Margot, or Ivan explains local wildlife and coastal life while the quiet hybrid boat searches for white-tailed eagles. You can also buy food and drinks onboard.

“The meeting spot was really easy to find and the whole crew was really welcoming and knowledgeable. The views were stunning and I really appreciated all the information that was shared. I would definitely recommend this tour!”

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2.Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 2,713 reviews · 4 hours · from $69Best value

Spend 3.5 to 4.5 hours island hopping from Oslo with an English-speaking guide. Walk roughly 7 km across Hovedøya, Gressholmen, and a cabin island in summer, or two islands in winter, with ferry tickets included.

“Enjoyed the history of the islands and Patrick’s insider view as a local. Full immersion with him being Norwegian. Much appreciated.”

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3.Oslo Nature Walks: Island hopping

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 570 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $71Top rated

Join a small group of up to 15 for a 3.5-hour ferry-and-walking tour from Oslo’s City Hall pier. Visit Hovedøya and a cabin island, hear local stories, pause for fjord views, and bring lunch from April to September.

“Patrick was an exceptional guide. Very kind and knowledgable. We had a lovely personal insight to life in Norway.”

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4.Lofoten Island: Silent Trollfjord Cruise from Svolvær

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 389 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $144

From Svolvær, Brim Explorer takes you into Trollfjord on a quiet electric ship with indoor and outdoor viewing areas. Guides such as Tobias, Senja, Lucca, and Noren share local stories and wildlife facts. Look for white-tailed eagles, waterfalls, and perhaps orcas, then watch the fjord floor by underwater drone when conditions allow.

“Lovely scenery, knowledgeable and informative staff and seeing orcas was the highlight. Comfortable boat.”

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