The 9 Wildlife Tours in Norway That Sell Out Earliest

1.Tromso Snowshoeing – Valley, Fjord Views, Wildlife, Meal & Pickup

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 398 reviews · 4 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Our pick

Leave Tromsø at 10am for the countryside west of town, where guides such as Max, Isaac, Anna, and Gerard choose a safe route for the snow and weather. Walk with snowshoes or hiking shoes, watch for reindeer and moose, then enjoy lunch, hot drinks, fjord views, and free photos. Expect about two hours on foot and limited toilet facilities.

“Awesome. Beautiful drive out to country. Unique because of gentle snow that limited some views but made for a mystical experience. Peaceful. Spotted reindeer and a moose. A great hike that I would definitely recommend and would definitely do again.”

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2.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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3.Winter Sea Kayaking Tour with Wildlife Sightings

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 333 reviews · from $191

Join Sommarøy Adventure Tromsø for a five-hour winter kayak trip through Arctic fjords, islands, and snowy peaks. Guides such as Rune, Eamonn, and Santiago lead small groups of up to 12, with drysuits, boots, gloves, city-centre transfers, and a fireside drink included. Calm water, seals, sea eagles, otters, and thin surface ice may all appear.

“Fantastic time on the water. Weather was perfect and the gear was top notch. The guide, Eamond was also fantastic! The taxi arrived a little late and got lost trying to get us there but it wasn’t a big problem.”

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4.Arctic Wildlife & Fjord Sightseeing Tour by Car

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 224 reviews · 6 hours · from $220

Spend six hours touring Kvaløya and Sommarøy from Tromsø in a small group of up to eight. Local guides such as Adrian, Fabian, Erik, and Steffen drive a comfortable black Mercedes, stopping at fjords, beaches, villages, and viewpoints. Lunch at Sommarøy Arctic Hotel is included. Wildlife is possible, but never guaranteed.

“Excellent tour and our guide Steve took us to many excellent view points for photos and explained us the geography of the region. Lunch at Sammorey island was also nice. Overall, highly recommended if you want to move away from city and explore the real artic life and fjords.”

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5.Honningsvåg: North Cape King Crab & Arctic Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 45 reviews · 3 hours · from $261

From Honningsvåg, you’ll suit up in thermal gear and ride a RIB along Magerøya’s rugged coast. Visit historic Kjelvik, look for puffins, eagles, seals, dolphins, and whales, then stop at Nordvågen’s fish factory for dried fish and Norwegian caviar. Guide Marcus has earned praise for clear, attentive commentary.

“Point positif le soleil, la mer calme de jolis paysages. Par contre appeler cela safari et voir 2 crânes dans un aquarium d’une usine de poisson c’est mensonger. De plus le samedi l’usine et fermée = zéro activité. Au vu du prix il vaut mieux éviter cette sortie sauf si on a de l’argent à jeter par la fenêtre. Vraiment très très décevant”

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6.Wildlife Forest Hike

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 11 reviews · from $65Best value

You’ll leave central Oslo with an English-speaking guide, ride the metro and train to Frognerseteren, then hike 12 kilometers through Nordmarka and Skjennungen Forest. Look for moose, deer, foxes, birds, and wild plants, stop at traditional cabins for waffles or coffee, and finish at Sognsvann Lake.

“the climb of the hill under the shade of the trees and when you reach the top, enjoy the view as a reward”

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7.Skjervøy: Birds and Wildlife of Arctic Norway

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · from $165

Set out from Skjervøy with a local English-speaking guide in a steady RIB. Search for white-beaked dolphins, porpoises, seals, otters, eagles, seabirds, moose and reindeer, while hearing about Sami and Norwegian culture. Thermal suits, life jackets, mittens and goggles are provided. Wildlife sightings vary with weather and season.

“The boat trip is a special experience and well worth it. Also the trip to Skjervoy. You have to be lucky with the weather. The trip on the fjord was exactly between 2 snow showers, so just right. We were unlucky that the game did not show itself that day.”

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8.Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · from $152

Join a local wildlife photographer for a four-and-a-half-hour drive through Lofoten’s mountains and coastal areas. In a group of no more than six, you’ll search for moose, owls, foxes, and birds, stop for photos, and use extra lenses if needed. Sightings are never guaranteed, but local contacts improve your chances.

“The tour guide was absolutely fantastic. Very knowledgeable about the local area. Just 6 of us on the trip, so the small mini bus could go places that larger operators couldn't have gone. In addition to the Wildlife the scenery was amazing. Would definitely recommend!!”

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9.Skjennungstoppen Wildlife Forest Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $298

Join an English-speaking local guide for a six-hour, 12-kilometer hike from Frognerseteren through Nordmarka to Skjennungstoppen and Sognsvann Lake. You’ll ride the train from central Oslo, visit two traditional cabins, stop at Oslo’s geographical center, and watch for moose, deer, foxes, beavers, and birds. Expect uneven trails and about five hours of walking.

“I booked on to the hike solo not sure what to expect but I had an absolutely wonderful time, the route isn't too difficult and is full of amazing views. My guide was the owner of the company himself, who offered to take me out on the hike because the weather was so nice! He made me feel very welcome and he was fantastic all around, as well as being incredibly helpful in giving me recommendations and directions for other things to do during my stay in Oslo. If you're coming in the summer you finish at Sognsvann Lake, so I recommend packing swimming stuff if you want to go…”

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