13 National Park Tours in Norway Worth Losing a Day To

1.Folgefonna National Park & Glacier Lake Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 589 reviews · 10 hours · from $222Our pick

Spend 10 hours traveling from Bergen to Bondhusvatnet in Folgefonna National Park. You’ll walk behind Steindalsfossen, cross Hardangerfjord by ferry, hike about 45 to 60 minutes to the glacier lake, and hear stories about Norway from guides such as Alexa, Salome, Bailey, and Sam. Bring your own picnic and rain gear.

“Fabulous Trip - the Guide was interesting and knowledgeable. The whole day was brilliant, beautiful scenery the whole way - plenty of stops for photos. The hike to the lake was fairly easy and the scenery on the way was spectacular as was the lake itself. We had a wonderful day.”

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2.Musk ox Safari in Dovrefjell National Park, Oppdal Safari

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 524 reviews · 7 hours (approx.) · from $85Top rated

You’ll spend about seven hours hiking from Oppdal Safari’s meeting point at Grønbakken into Dovrefjell National Park with a guide such as Kaspar, Stina, Ida, or Emily. Expect changing mountain weather, a packed lunch stop, coffee and tea, and a patient search for musk ox, reindeer, and mountain grouse.

“Views were amazing! The team of professionals that managed the trip and took care of the guest were extremely knowledgeable; kind; had great senses of humor; and had great enthusiasm for what they do. It was refreshing to be in their presence! Thank you to the guide who allowed me to wear his jacket and shared his love of flora as well as for the Ox. We appreciated learning how plant, animal, and land, correlated with each other. This was such an enriching experience! My adult son and I will cherish this moment for life!”

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

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

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.Arctic Wilderness Snowmobile Daytime Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 174 reviews · 8 hours · from $271

Leave Tromsø by bus for a gentle snowmobile ride through the Lyngen Alps. You’ll get warm gear, safety training, and 1.5 to 2 hours on a shared snowmobile, with time to switch drivers and stop for photos. Guides such as Jakub and Samuel have been praised for friendly instruction, while the day ends with soup, bread, and hot drinks.

“It was soooo nice. We enjoyed it. I can only recommend!!”

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5.Dovrefjell National Park: Hiking Tour and Musk Ox Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 88 reviews · from $64Best value

Meet your Norwegian or English-speaking guide at Hjerkinn at 9:45 for a 5 to 6-hour hike through Dovrefjell National Park. Guides such as Kim and Uwe lead small groups in search of wild musk ox, using a telescope and keeping at least 200 meters away. Bring lunch, water, and waterproof hiking shoes.

“Kim was a great guide, the size of the group was good and I felt like we were in very capable hands. And of course we saw some muskus oxen!”

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6.Small Group Wilderness Husky Sledding 2h from Tromsø (car needed)

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 77 reviews · from $406

Drive your own two-person husky sled near Øverbygd with guides Espen and Delphine. You’ll meet the dogs, learn safe sled handling, switch between driver and passenger, stop for a Norwegian outdoor lunch, and warm up by the fire. A car is required, and the group is limited to six people.

“The guide was nice and knew a lot about the dogs and the environment. We did spend quite some time on the farm before- and after the tour and saw that the dogs are treated very good! This is possible because it’s not a place where the big busses with tourists will come, smal scale and good tours have the priority.”

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7.Summer Day Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 37 reviews · from $142

Leave Tromsø with Wandering Owl for a four-hour hike on Kvaløya to the top of Brosmetinden. Expect English guidance, transport, poles, a backpack, a homemade lunch, and wide views over fjords, valleys, islands, and mountains. The route is low to medium difficulty but requires proper hiking shoes and good mobility.

“The guide was awesome and very knowledgeable the hike and the view was incredible, a little more to eat and drink would have been great otherwise an awesome experience 😊 🇦🇺”

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8.Midnight Sun Hike in the wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 18 reviews · from $132

Leave Tromsø for an easy evening hike into the countryside with an English-speaking Wandering Owl guide. Walk a small mountain in the Arctic summer light, enjoy fjord and peak views, and learn about local plants and animals. The four-hour outing includes a sandwich, hiking gear, photos by email, and return to the meeting point.

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9.RIB Expedition to Seiland National Park – 3.5h

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 14 reviews · from $224

Travel by RIB from Alta across Altafjord to Seiland National Park, where steep mountains, glaciers, sea eagles, seals, and lush plant life meet the sea. The trip includes a stop ashore in Bekkarfjord, warm drinks, local chocolate, and supplied cold-weather gear. Guide Corra has earned special praise for her friendly, capable hosting.

“We had a great time! Beautiful scenery. Fun boat ride and super friendly guides. We saw a heard of reindeer and also many types of birds.”

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10.Lofoten Islands: Hiking Into the Wilderness

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 3 to 4 hours (approx.) · from $139

Hike into the Lofoten wilderness with guide Timea on a roughly four-hour outing to Kleppstadheia. Expect a small group of up to eight, adjustable encouragement for different hiking abilities, walking poles if needed, and time at a mountain peak. Bring food, water, and weatherproof layers.

“Timea was simply amazing. She was knowledgeable, kind and patient. Highly recommend her and Viator for a seamless experience”

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11.Færvik: Raet National Park Sea Kayaking Trip

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 4 reviews · 3 hours · from $125

Launch from Hove on Tromøya with TrollAktiv Hove, learn basic paddle skills, then follow sheltered sea routes toward Gjessøya, Merdø, and Gjessholmen. Guide Pat has led rain-or-shine trips with a friendly, flexible approach. Bring warm clothes, a towel, and a change of clothes. No kayak experience is needed, but you must swim and handle two to three hours of paddling.

“Great guide, regardless of weather. Personalized for who was there! Felt like it was a unique experience.”

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12.Experience Seiland National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 4 reviews · from $244

You’ll cross Altafjord by RIB with an English-speaking guide, wearing a thermal suit and life jacket. The trip heads toward Seiland National Park and Bekkarfjord, with views of steep mountains, northern glaciers, birdlife, and possible seals. Expect about an hour on the water each way and a rocky shore landing.

“Very limited time at park. Landing has no exit—over rocks and dangerous terrain. Should not take this excursion if you have limited mobility. Scenery was beautiful.”

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13.Lofoten Islands: Guided Hiking Into the Wilderness – Uphill

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · 1 day · from $136

Join a local English-speaking guide for a 3.5 to 4-hour uphill hike from Gimsøystraumen to a 550-meter summit. You will walk in a small or private group, pause for photos, learn about Lofoten nature and culture, and use walking poles provided by the guide. Paul is one of the guides who may lead your hike.

“Tutto perfetto, la guida veramente simpatica e preparata e il percorso adeguato per chi ha un allenamento medio e senza zone esposte, vista bellissima in vetta e durante il percorso, sentiero semplice e in buono stato, purtroppo ha iniziato a piovere una volta arrivati in vetta, ma nessun problema, con un buon paio di scarpe da trekking ed una giacca impermeabile tutto si è risolto. Importante portare uno zainetto per vestirsi a strati.”

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