The 15 Hardangerfjord Tours That Sell Out Earliest

1.Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 890 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $105Our pick

Travel by bus from Eidfjord to Vøringfossen, with a guide explaining Norway’s mountain country along the way. You’ll have about 70 minutes at the waterfall, time for an easy hike and bridge views, then visit Sysen Dam and a mountain plateau. Guides such as Bas and Sabrina are praised for lively commentary and helpful photos.

“Bas was an excellent guide. He gave us lots of great information throughout the day, and was also very willing to take pictures of us at the different stops!”

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2.Vøringsfossen Waterfalls Round-Trip Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 433 reviews · from $54Best value

Take the white Eidfjord Shuttle Bus from the cruise terminal area to Vøringsfossen. You get a scenic ride, 90 minutes at Norway’s famous waterfall, and a reserved return trip. The local English-speaking driver adjusts schedules around cruise arrivals and departures, making this a practical choice for ship passengers.

“The Vøringsfossen waterfalls were gorgeous and hiking there was beautiful. Smooth bus ride with lovely scenery.”

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

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

Travel from Bergen to Steinsdalsfossen, cross the Hardangerfjord by ferry, and walk through Folgefonna National Park to turquoise Bondhusvatnet. Guides such as Sam and Alexa add stories about Norwegian culture and nature. Expect a long day, changing weather, snacks at your own cost, and a group of up to 45 people.

“Such an incredible tour guide. Alexa was easily the best Tour guide I have ever had. She was able to combine history and story-telling in a way I think very few can. She was captivating when talking about Norway and the places we went. I admired her energy and knowledge. The tour went smoothly from booking to getting dropped off. Thank you to our bus driver, Magna as well for also answering questions throughout the day.”

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4.1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 215 reviews · 1 hour · from $83

From Eidfjord Harbor, your captain takes you by RIB toward Simadal Fjord or Hardangerbrua. Expect warm flotation gear, fast runs, several photo stops, stories about the Sima power plant, waterfalls, local life, and chances to spot goats, seals, dolphins, seabirds, and eagles. Guides speak Norwegian and English.

“We had special beautiful day and the view was spectacular. If you want to feel extreme ask to do the tour with Helga. I personally prefer one level less But still it was good experience and we did enjoy his abilities and he was great.”

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5.Full-Day Trolltunga Hiking, and Climbing Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 95 reviews · from $206

Meet your English or Norwegian-speaking guide in Tyssedal for a full-day Trolltunga adventure. Ride 2 km, hike 4 km, climb a 250-meter via ferrata, then walk 3 km to Trolltunga. Guides such as Jana, Toine, Michele, and Signe have been praised for calm support, local insight, and helpful photos.

“A Breathtaking day in many ways! Amazing experience, friendly and helpful guides, awesome climbing experience (I have never climbed before). If you're reading this review then you're thinking about booking; stop thinking, start booking. Enjoy”

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6.Hardangerfjord & Fyksesund RIB Fjord Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 91 reviews · 1h 15m · from $107

From Norheimsund, you’ll ride an open RIB for 75 minutes through Hardangerfjord and into secluded Fyksesund. A local captain provides English or Norwegian commentary, slows near waterfalls for photos, and stops outside the roadless hamlet of Botnen. Warm gear is supplied, but you must dress for wind and changing weather.

“It's really the best experience in my life!!! Very convenient location that you can find it as soon as you get off the bus. The equipment is super professional, with good heat preservation clothes and brand new RIB. The guide is really helpful and stops close at every waterfall so that we can take pictures when the water pours in. He is really great at driving the boat and did a lot of Zs😆😆 So thrilling, so much fun. Hardanger fjord is the best fjord!!! Really love it, you can't miss it!!!”

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7.Scenic Hardangerfjord & Fyksesund RIB adventure from Norheimsund

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 41 reviews · 1 hour 15 minutes (approx.) · from $112

From Norheimsund, you’ll ride with a small group of up to 12 people across Samlafjorden and into the narrow Fyksesund branch. Guides such as Thor and Ørjan mix local stories with bursts of speed, quiet passes beneath waterfalls, and a stop at historic Botnen. Warm flotation suits, goggles, gloves, and life vests are supplied.

“The fjord was stunning! The guide was knowledgeable and he gave us an exciting ride! He took us up close to waterfalls and we got sprayed with the mist.”

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8.Ulvik: Hardangerfjord Ultimate RIB Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 39 reviews · 1h 45m · from $141

From Brakanes Hotel, your English-speaking local captain takes you by RIB across Ulvikfjord and Hardangerfjord, beneath the Hardanger Bridge, and into Osafjord. Expect 105 minutes of fast open-water riding, calm fjord exploration, waterfalls, old settlements, and warm flotation gear. Food and drinks are not included.

“Mooie tocht door de fjorden. Instructies waren duidelijk en ontvangst hartelijk. tocht gaat op hoge snelheid langs watervallen en plekken met wat achtergrond informatie.”

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9.Trolltunga Summer Hike

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 32 reviews · 10 hours · from $183

Join a guided summer hike to Trolltunga from P2 in Skjeggedal. A shuttle takes you to P3, shortening the walk, while your guide handles navigation, safety, local stories, breaks, and photos. Expect 7 to 12 hours on the trail, steep early sections, Ringedalsvatnet views, and a chance for the special needle photo when conditions allow.

“Our guide Marty was excellent, a very conversational and knowledgeable guide he was also good at working with the group. The reason why I gave it less stars in transportation is because going between the hotel and P2 (parking lot 2, the meeting point) is only possible via car, which I thought was covered by the shuttle bus in the description, but to my dismay, it was not. This aside, the shuttle busses from p2 to p3 were really consistent and good. The tour itself was amazing, it is a long hike though, so make sure you come prepared! The view is spectacular, and the company works hard to give…”

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10.Øystese: Hardangerfjord RIB safari to the Fyksesund branch

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 30 reviews

From Hardangerfjord Hotel in Øystese, you’ll ride a small RIB into Fyksesund, the only roadless branch of the Hardangerfjord. A local English- or Norwegian-speaking skipper points out waterfalls, fjord life, and Botnen hamlet. Expect one hour, a group of up to 12, and speeds reaching 50 knots.

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

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11.Trolltunga Via Ferrata, Sunset and Sunrise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 30 reviews · from $509

Spend 26 hours hiking to Trolltunga by via ferrata, watch sunset by the Folgefonna glacier, and sleep in a dome near the rock. An English or Norwegian guide leads the private group, with dinner, breakfast, tent, sleeping bag, and poles included. Bring two lunches, snacks, and serious mountain clothing.

“Awesome time all around! Great guides and experience. Very cool and worth every bit of money and time spent.”

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12.Hardangerfjord Ultimate RIB adventure from Ulvik

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 27 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $144

Set out from Ulvik at 1:00 pm for about 1 hour 45 minutes in a small RIB boat. You’ll cross open fjord water, pass beneath or near the Hardanger Bridge, and reach the steep mountain walls of Simadalsfjord and Osa Fjord. English commentary, flotation suits, and a maximum of 12 people keep the trip practical and personal.

“Very enjoyable, informative, experience... A great fun way to be out in the open and witness the beauty of the Norwegian Fjords up close... Thank you... Would definitely recommend and would definitely do it again...”

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13.Scenic RIB adventure to Hardangerfjord & Fyksesund from Øystese

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 23 reviews · from $110

Join a maximum of 12 people for a 90-minute RIB adventure from Øystese. You will race across Hardangerfjord, enter the car-free reaches of Fyksesund, and stop at Kvamsøy, Herandsholmen, and Botnen. Thor-Arvid is one named guide, and flotation gear, wetsuit, goggles, and gloves are provided.

“Spaßige Tour mit acrionreichen und informativen Elementen bei wahnsinnig schöner Aussicht, sehr kundiger tourguide. Wir hatten unsreren ursprünglichen Termin leider verpasst, und eine Umbuchung war kulanterweise möglich. Vielen Dank!”

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14.Øystese: Hardangerfjord and Fyksesund RIB Fjord Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 21 reviews · from $107

Meet your Norwegian or English-speaking guide at Hardangerfjord Hotel for a 90-minute RIB safari. You’ll cross Hardangerfjord, pass beneath a tall bridge, enter roadless Fyksesund, and see Botnen’s old hamlet, steep mountains, and waterfalls. A flotation suit, life vest, gloves, beanie, and goggles are provided.

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15.Trolltunga Sunset Glamping

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 15 reviews · 25 hours · from $498

Join a small group of up to 10 for a 25-hour guided Trolltunga hike with guides such as Emily, Sue, Lovisa, and Ingrid. A shuttle saves part of the climb, while a dome tent, Norwegian-style dinner, breakfast, sunset, and sunrise turn the famous viewpoint into an overnight mountain stay.

“Fantastic experience. Nice guides Lovisa & Ingrid. Would recommend it.”

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