Scandinavia · WATERFALL TOURS
Short seasons, long daylight swings and a lot of coastline. These 15 waterfall tours are the ones that survive a real itinerary, each with its cost and its catch.
Leave Bergen by boat and cruise past Bryggen into the 27-kilometer Osterfjord. The route narrows at Mostraumen, where strong currents run between steep cliffs. You can watch from the outdoor decks, stay warm inside, or buy drinks from the kiosk. English commentary, wheelchair access, and round-trip service make this an easy half-day outing.
“I would really recommend this trip, it was such an amazing experience.”
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!”
Meet your guide by Haugesund’s cruise dock for a 5 to 6-hour trip to Langfoss waterfall and Åkrafjorden. You’ll also visit Haraldshaugen and stop at Åkrafjordtunet for refreshments. Guides such as Lilly, Aline, Jamie, and Christina are known for lively history and local stories. The tour runs in an air-conditioned vehicle for up to 49 people.
“Everything went well ,good cons about pick up when and where.Well worth a visit to see this stunning waterfall . Jamie was a great host”
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.”
Travel from Bergen by comfortable air-conditioned bus or van to three waterfalls, Hardangerfjord, and Norheimsund. Your English-speaking guide, often Bas, Bailey, Salome, or another local host, adds stories about Norwegian culture, history, and nature. The highlight is walking behind Steinsdalsfossen without getting wet. Bring lunch and waterproof shoes.
“we really enjoyed how relaxed it was. As it had been raining, the waterfalls were super full and were spectacular, plus the countryside was full of them. Our guide Bas, was, funny, friendly and very passionate about Norway and the countryside. This came across in the information, stories and music. All was very informative and I appreciated learning this. Enough toilet stops. Definitely take lunch with you. We were pleased we did. It would have been cool to be able to dip our feet at some of the less dangerous places. Fabulous day trip.Read more”
Travel from Bergen to Hardangerfjord with stops at Fossen Bratte, Norheimsund, Salthammeren’s 5,000-year-old carvings, and Steinsdalsfossen, where you can walk behind the water. Enjoy Norwegian waffles and local apple drink before ending at Bryggen. Guides may include Bas or Nika/Neka. The tour is in English and costs $107.68.
“If you want to discover some gems around Bergen in just a couple of hours, this is the perfect tour for you. You will see some amazing waterfalls and the beautiful village of Norheimsund. Afterwards you still have enough time (and energy 😉) to spend the afternoon in Bergen. Bas is a very friendly and helpful guide, who made this tour a completely entertaining experience.”
From Stavanger’s Strandkaien, cruise into Lysefjord for views of Pulpit Rock, Vagabond’s Cave, waterfalls, islands, mountain goats, and salmon farms. The 3.5-hour boat ride includes onboard commentary, indoor seating, an open sundeck, and snacks for purchase. It is designed to fit cruise-ship schedules.
“I feel scammed, i paid 150 euro for this excursion just to find out it was half the price to book it on the same day…”
Cruise from Geiranger Harbor into the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord for 1 to 1.5 hours. You will pass The Seven Sisters, The Bridal Veil, and The Suitor, with outdoor decks, indoor panoramic windows, and a Voice of Norway audio guide in 12 languages.
“Great little tour, hit all the important spots. Be sure to arrive early if you want a spot on the open air top deck! Many had to sit inside in the lower part of the boat.”
Cruise Geirangerfjord aboard the white catamaran MS Keiser Wilhelm. You will see the Seven Sisters, The Suitor, secluded mountain farms, and a possible Troll Face rock formation. The boat pauses at Friaren so you can see, feel, and taste its clean waterfall water. English hosting, a bar, and wheelchair access are available.
“Es hat alles perfekt geklappt, würde den Ausflug jederzeit wieder machen. Preis-Leistung super”
Cruise privately from Bergen through Osterfjorden to Mostraumen, Bergsåa, and the quiet village of Mo. Your captain, often Svein or Karsten, serves snacks, drinks, coffee, and tea while you enjoy waterfalls from the deck. Swim, take a waterfall shower, arrange lunch, or shorten the outing to suit your group.
“Taking this Fjord private cruise was a bit of a splurge on our trip to Noraway. There was just five of us on the boat so we felt ridiculously spoiled between the fresh strawberries, snacks, and libations. We throughly enjoyed our day on the water with our captain Svein who was friendly enough without being intrusive. We especially liked our visit to the small village of Mo. Beautiful!”
From Alta, you’ll travel into the Gargia Valley, learn basic snowshoeing, and follow a 2.25 km trail through snowy woods to frozen Orvvosfossen waterfall. Guides such as Rose and Birk add local insight about animal tracks, plants, and the area’s past. The four-hour trip includes equipment, transport, coffee, tea, and snacks.
“We had an incredible experience snowshoeing. We had never done it before but it was definitely one of my favorite activities. Rose our guide was the best! In order to do this activity you want to be a moderately active person. You don’t need to be a pro hiker but there is one section where you have a slight incline that can be a little challenging for a few. I would still highly recommend this activity. You get to see the frozen waterfall at the end of the trek and it’s beautiful.”
Join a small English-speaking group of up to 15 people for a 9-hour minibus tour from Bergen. Guide John has earned praise for his careful driving, clear stories, and friendly help with photos. Ride the Voss Gondola, visit three waterfalls, cross Hardanger Bridge, and enjoy free time in Eidfjord.
“John es un gran guía siempre atento a todas nuestras preguntas y necesidades. Nos explicó muy detalaldamente la historia de Bergen. El minibus muy confortable y la conducción muy buena. Nos acompañó en todo momento y se brindaba a realizarnos las fotos que quisieramos. John es muy cercano sin duda. La telecabina de Voss expectacular, y las cascadas de este tour muy muy bonitas. Otra de las actividades que recomiendo hacer. John is a great guide who is always attentive to all our questions and needs. He explained the history of Bergen to us in great detail. The minibus was very comfortable and the driving was very good. He accompanied…”
Paddle Lysefjord with a live English or Norwegian guide, learning basic kayak skills before following steep 400 to 500-meter mountains toward waterfalls, Vagabond's Cave, seals, and Pulpit Rock. Bring lunch or order a bakery pack in advance. The tour suits confident swimmers aged 14 and older.
“Our tour guide Anna was truly excellent. My sister and I had always wanted to kayak the Fjords and today we did just that. Our guide took the time to teach us about the history of the area, seeing the wildlife there and even a little head rub with a local goat on the side of the fjord. Highly recommend !”
Travel from Bergen to Hardangerfjord in a small group of up to 16 people, stopping at three waterfalls, Norheimsund, Utne, Herand, and scenic fjord viewpoints. Guide Thomas drives a comfortable Mercedes Sprinter, shares local stories, and handles two 20-minute ferry crossings. Hotel pickup and drop-off are included, but lunch costs extra.
“Thomas was a fantastic tour guide! He gave us loads of information about the area and Norwegian culture, and was super down to earth and fun to chat with! I am pretty sensitive to motion sickness in the car and the roads are very winding, but Thomas’ driving was very smooth and I did ok on the drive. The best thing about this tour is its uniqueness. It’s the only tour from Bergen that included a little bit of everything - stops to waterfalls, a choice between a sider farm or norheimsund, various scenic stops along Hardangerfjord, and a stop at the town of Odda for some waffles and coffee!…”
Travel privately from Bergen to Vøringsfossen, Norway’s most visited waterfall, with stops around Eidfjord and Måbødalen. Your driver-guide, including guides such as Juba, handles the scenic route and can arrange optional Kjeåsen Mountain Farm visits, fjord activities, drone videos, or a longer hike to the waterfall base. The standard tour lasts about 7.5 hours.
“Great trip. The weather could have been better, but that was beyond anyone’s hand! Service from the provider FjordVista was great.”
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