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RIB Boat Tours in Norway: The 15 Fastest Ways In

37 tours  ·  from $83

A RIB gets you into water a cruise ship cannot reach, and you will be in a survival suit. These 15 compare the Lysefjord, Geiranger and Trollfjord runs on price, speed and how exposed the ride really is.

From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord - Entering Lysefjord at RIB speed
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From Stavanger: RIB Tour to Lysefjord

1.RIB Tour to Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,288 reviews · 2 hours · from $131Our pick

Join FjordEvents in Stavanger for a two-hour RIB ride into Lysefjord. After a safety briefing, your English-speaking skipper, such as Eirik, Alex, Gian, Simon, or Axel, takes you beneath Preikestolen, past Vagabond Cave, and close to Whisky Falls. Warm floating suits, gloves, goggles, and lifejackets are supplied.

“Really easy and smooth off the ship and to the meet point. p&o often make you feel that if you book a trip that’s not on the ship there’s risks this is wrong. This trip was fun, exhilarating and well led. Book it you won’t regret.”

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From Stavanger: Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour - What the RIB ride feels like
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From Stavanger: Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour

2.Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 821 reviews · from $136

From Stavanger’s harbor, a live English or Norwegian guide takes you by RIB into Lysefjord. Expect high-speed cruising, close views of Pulpit Rock and Hengjanefossen waterfall, local stories, and a stop at Fantahala cave. Warm floating suits, gloves, goggles, and lifejackets are provided.

“Excellent. We both enjoyed it immensely.we were very fortunate with the weather,not cold and no rain and the ride was really smooth until the driver went over another boats wake.But that was part of the fun. Very informative with parts off the fjords with history etc.Highly recommend doing it.”

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RIB Geiranger - Fjordsafari - Speed, spray, and the first views
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RIB Geiranger – Fjordsafari

3.RIB Geiranger – Fjordsafari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 807 reviews · 1 hour · from $94

Join a small group of up to 12 people for a fast, open-air RIB ride through Geirangerfjord. Guides such as Mario and Uri share local stories while you stop near the Seven Sisters, Friaren, and Skagefla farm. Warm flotation suits, life jackets, goggles, and a photo stop are included.

“Incredible way to see waterfalls and scenery you won’t get to from land. Mario as an excellent guide, and made the activity more than just a trip to see waterfalls. It was my Girlfriends birthday who loves water, and more so waterfalls and Mario really added to the occasion. Norway is beautiful and this really was a worthwhile trip 🇳🇴🙏🏻”

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Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger - Why the RIB feels different from a regular fjord cruise
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Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

4.Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $134Top rated

Set out from Stavanger’s Strandkaien in a small, fast RIB for a two-hour run through the archipelago and Lysefjord. Your captain, often Aksel, Alex, Ola, Eirik, or another FjordEvents guide, handles the boat and shares local stories. You’ll see Pulpit Rock from below, visit Fantahålå, and get close to Hengjanefossen waterfall.

“This was, hands down, the absolutely BEST excursion that I have ever done. The RIB boat was fantastic-- the clothes were comfortable, the seat secure, and leaving the harbor was easy. But then we took off at high speed, while Captain Alex played "Danger Zone," and I was ecstatic! Captain Alex was fantastic, told local stories with detail and humor, and hit high speeds with incredible 80s musical accompaniment. We all (family of 4, two kids ages 15 and 11) agreed that we loved sharing this experience, and that it allowed us to see Norway in a unique and thrilling way. Thank you, Captain Alex!!”

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Geiranger: RIB Fjordsafari Geirangefjord - Seven Sisters, the first major sight
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Geiranger: RIB Fjordsafari Geirangefjord

5.RIB Fjordsafari Geirangefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 651 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $96

Join FjordGuiding for a one-hour RIB ride from Geiranger’s Troll Statue. Your driver-guide, often Mario or Richard, takes up to 12 people close to Seven Sisters and Friaren waterfalls, with stories about the fjord and its old farms. Warm protective suits, life jackets, goggles, and photo stops are included.

“It gets very cold and windy. The scenery is exceptional. Our captain is Mario and he indeed was super careful. I would recommend this tour to all who come to Geiranger. You got to see the seven sister water falls up close and personal.”

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From Svolvær: Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise - What the RIB ride feels like
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From Svolvær: Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise

6.Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 591 reviews · from $107

Join RIB Lofoten in Svolvær for a two-hour high-speed boat trip to Trollfjord. Guides such as Rafael and Hilde provide warm flotation gear, explain local history and sea eagles, and pause for photographs. Expect close eagle sightings, sharp mountain views, and a lively ride that can get rough in poor weather.

“We really enjoyed the safari. Recommended for anyone who’d like an out of this world experience. Thank you for the organizers!!”

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Stockholm: 2-Hour RIB Speed Boat Tour of the Archipelago - Södermalm and Nacka: the city gives way
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Stockholm: 2-Hour RIB Speed Boat Tour of the Archipelago

7.2-Hour RIB Speed Boat Tour of the Archipelago

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 396 reviews · 2 hours · from $176

Set out from Strandvägen on a two-hour RIB ride through Stockholm’s waterways and archipelago. You’ll pass Gamla Stan, Nacka, Vaxholm Fortress, island summer homes, rocky shores, and Djurgårdsbrunnscanal. Guides such as Adam, PJ, Anders, and Anton mix Swedish history with fast, wave-bouncing boat work. Warm overalls and wind gear are provided.

“Adam was an awesome guide and he was extremely knowledgeable about Stockholm as well as a great guide on the water with amazing boat skills. Would recommend- worth every penny :)”

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Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger - Lysefjord, a dramatic corridor carved by ice
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Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

8.Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

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

Set out from Stavanger harbor in a small RIB boat for a two-hour run through Lysefjord. Your captain handles the route, safety gear, and stories as you pass old Stavanger, speed past skerries, enter Fantahålå, view Pulpit Rock, and approach Hengjanefossen waterfall. The boat holds no more than 12 people.

“Wonderful even with all the clouds. The waterfall watching was fantastic and so close. Great guide and funny stories. Great opportunities for taking photos.”

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From Svolvaer: Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise - White beaches, old sites, and Skrova harbor
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From Svolvaer: Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

9.Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 355 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Leave central Svolvaer with a Norwegian or English-speaking guide and race through Øyhellsundet toward steep-sided Trollfjord. A floatation suit, gloves, goggles, and boots help with the cold. Expect mountain views, white-tailed eagles, possible seals, historic sites, and a stop near Skrova.

“An amazing experience!!! So beautiful! Great guide! We must have seen at least 20 eagles”

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Rib safari Tour in Haugesund

10.Rib safari Tour in Haugesund

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 342 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $149

This two-hour RIB safari from Haugesund takes you toward Røvær and Feøy, two small island communities shaped by fishing, wartime history, and life at sea. You’ll wear a warm flotation suit, ride with up to 12 people, and hear local stories from your captain. Expect open-water speed, spray, bumps, and fine views.

“Exciting and informative. It got quite bumpy but I loved every minute! Easy to find off of cruise ship.”

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Kristiansand: Express Archipelago Tour by RIB Speedboat - Three speed settings, from calm water to full throttle
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Kristiansand: Express Archipelago Tour by RIB Speedboat

11.Express Archipelago Tour by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 334 reviews · 55 min · from $124

Meet Nature Norway beside the small bridge in Nodeviga for a 55-minute RIB ride through Kristiansand’s islands. Your English or Norwegian-speaking guide mixes fast open-water runs with slower passes by pine woods, rocky shores, historic sites, and wooden homes. Life jackets are required, and flotation suits, jackets, and goggles may be available in cold or windy weather.

“It was a great mix of speed on open water and cruising through the islands looking at the scenery and how people live in this beautiful area”

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Lofoten: Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari by RIB Boat - Getting ready at Sjømannsgata 5
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Lofoten: Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari by RIB Boat

12.Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari by RIB Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 308 reviews · from $97

From Sjømannsgata 5 in Svolvær, you’ll ride a fast RIB through Raftsundet to Trollfjord with an English or Norwegian guide. Warm suits, gloves, hats, balaclavas, helmets, and wind goggles are provided. Expect sea eagles close to the boat, sharp mountain views, Viking stories, and a lively ride across open water.

“Pros: the guide’s (Jonas) experience, the scenery, the equipment provided before leaving, the eagle’s sightings”

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Bodø: Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB - Meeting in Bodø and getting ready
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Bodø: Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB

13.Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Meet your Norwegian-speaking skipper at Bodø’s white floating building near Pust Sauna. After a safety briefing, ride a rigid inflatable boat to Saltstraumen, watch the powerful tidal current, and stop at a wildlife viewpoint for white-tailed eagles. Thermal suits, life jackets, and goggles are provided. Bring warm clothes and waterproof shoes.

“Opplevelsen var helt fantastisk! Guiden vår var veldig imøtekommende og ga veldig god info og ekstra fart på båten :D”

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Eidfjord: 1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour - Choosing between Simadal Fjord and Hardangerbrua
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Eidfjord: 1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour

14.1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour

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

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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Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy - The Tromsø transfer starts before sunrise
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Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

15.Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $251

Travel from Tromsø to Skjervøy by bus, or meet the crew there, then spend 2.5 to 3 hours on a small RIB searching for orcas, humpbacks, and fin whales. Guides such as Ina and Iver provide warm flotation suits, boots, mittens, goggles, and local wildlife insight. Expect a long day if you choose the Tromsø option.

“We had a whale of a time. Be prepared for a long bus transfer (approx. 4 hours) to the activity plus the same transfer time back. Our guides, Ini and Iver were very informative and provided a memorable experience. We were very lucky to spot Orca and Humpback Whales.”

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