5 Kayaking Trips in Oslo Worth Booking

1.3-hour Kayaking Trip on the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 43 reviews · 3 hours · from $146Our pick

Join guide Sven for a three-hour kayak trip from Sjølyst Marina into the sheltered Oslofjord. You will learn basic paddling and safety skills, then head toward nearby islands and beaches. No previous kayaking experience is needed, but you must swim and be comfortable on the water.

“Great kayaking tour around the Oslo fjords! Beautiful views, fun atmosphere, and our guide Sven was amazing - he shared fascinating stories about the places we passed and made sure everyone felt safe and had a great time. Highly recommend! :)”

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2.Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 42 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $107

Join Mad Goats Norway for a 90-minute guided kayak or packraft trip from Nedre Foss Gård to Oslo’s waterfront. You’ll paddle through Grünerløkka, a tunnel, Bjørvika, and past the Munch Museum before reaching the Oslofjord and Opera House. Beginners are welcome, and all equipment is supplied.

“This was a fantastic way to spend an afternoon! It was super fun and a great way to see Oslo. Bring pants to change into. I probably should have assumed so, but hadn’t kayaked before so didn’t know. That is my only regret!”

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3.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour “Fjord City”

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 39 reviews · from $107

Join Mad Goats for a two-hour guided kayak trip from Tjuvholmen. You’ll learn the basics, paddle 1 to 1.5 hours past Akershus Fortress and the Oslo Opera House, and hear helpful guidance in English. Kids from age five can join, with under-13s in double kayaks.

“Really great activity and great way to enjoy time on the water. Our guide Chris was great, really helpful and friendly”

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4.Oslo Sea Kayak Tour: Explore The Incredible Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 31 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $117

Start at Tjuvholmen with Mad Goats Norway and paddle Oslo’s harbor toward the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Munch, Deichman Bjørvika, and Hovedøya. No experience is needed. Guides such as Chris, Olivia, Dean, and Christian have led safe, friendly outings, though wind can shorten time on the water.

“Tour guide was knowledgeable and helpful. Wish the guide would have helped us get the 4 inches of water out of the bottom of the kayak before we started. Our feet and seats were wet as soon as we began. Was a great experience.”

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5.Akerselva River: Urban Paddling Adventure Kayak Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 29 reviews · from $97Best value

Join Mad Goats AS for a 90-minute guided kayak trip from Nedre Foss park through Grünerløkka, Grønland, and a 500-meter tunnel. You’ll pass the Munch Museum and Opera House before finishing beside Oslofjord. English instruction, equipment, storage, and guide-taken photos are included.

“It was perfect for a nice casual cruise for a group of people. I belly laughed pretty hard between our friends and the brothers being very patient with us. 10/10 recommended 👌”

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