Top 10 Boat Tours & Water Sports in Western Norway, Norway

October 16, 2021 Margarita Chappel

Western Norway (Norwegian: Vestlandet, Vest-Norge, Vest-Noreg) is the region along the Atlantic coast of southern Norway. It consists of the counties Rogaland, Hordaland, Sogn og Fjordane, and Møre og Romsdal. The region has a population of approximately 1.3 million people. The largest city is Bergen and the second-largest is Stavanger. Historically the regions of Agder, Vest-Telemark, Hallingdal, Valdres and northern parts of Gudbrandsdal have been included in Western Norway.
Restaurants in Western Norway

1. ICETROLL - Glacier Hiking & Kayaking

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5.0 based on 236 reviews

ICETROLL - Glacier Hiking & Kayaking

ICETROLL offer glacier walking tours, combined with either kayaking or a scenic motorboat tour to the glacier. We also offer rafting tours (see RiverPig) and Ice climbing adventures

2. Nordic Ventures

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5.0 based on 951 reviews

Nordic Ventures

Nordic Ventures offer a wide range of nature-based outdoor activities. We have bases in Voss and Gudvangen, 100-145 km from Bergen. We are situated between the two major fjords of Norway, the Sognefjord to our North and the Hardangerfjord to our South, making it the perfect base for anybody wishing to visit western Norway. Our guided Sea Kayaking tours will take you to the most beautiful places of the Nærøyfjord in the UNESCO World Heritage site. If you are looking for an active holiday, look no further, you have come to the right place!

3. Njord - Seakayak and Wilderness Adventure Day Tours

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5.0 based on 331 reviews

Njord - Seakayak and Wilderness Adventure Day Tours

Are you dreaming of a real authentic adventure? Longing for silence and tranquility?Do you wonder how it feels relaxing outside your tent, after spending a full day exploring one of the world’s most beautiful landscapes, using the most environmental friendly means of transport ever – the kayak?If you long for some of the above you should check out Njord. We have been guiding people in the outdoors since 1999, given thousands of customers a great day out – or the adventure of a lifetime – kayaking the beatiful fjords of Norway.Western Norway is the area for our activities. Njord specialize in kayak and wilderness adventures, in the fjords and by the North Sea coastline. We have bases in Flåm and – if you are in for a real adventure – the amazing archipelago of Bulandet. For the last years, we have set the standard for adventure tourism in Norway, building a happy and competent crew to give our customers the best of service.Our philosophy is that our main product is everlasting and positive vacation memories. We only recruit guides that have considerable knowledge about nature and safety, a structured mind and the positive spirit that is the core value of the company. We are concerned with the nature that surrounds us and have a philosophy of leaving no trace of our journey. The only thing we leave behind is ripples in the water.We have on offer shorter 3-4 hour tours, multiday tours, rentals and kayak courses from beginners to advanced level. We have a flexible and adaptable organisation and are fully focused on providing the best service possible to our customersWe have a policy of training and employing local guides. We aim to have at least 50% local guides and instructors. Every season we have several local youths in as trainee guides. All Njord Guides are either qualified trough the Norwegian Paddle Association (NPF), British Canoe Union (BCU) or American Canoe Union (ACA).All guides have been taking part in our Guide Training Programme. This programme focus on; Safety issues; Technical kayaking skills; Customer relations; Guide skills; Local culture and history; Environmental awareness. All our guides have a valid First Aid qualificationNjord invites you to join the adventure and feel free to ask us questions or share your experiences with our company, either via Facebook, Trip Advisor, Twitter or email.

4. FjordSafari

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5.0 based on 1,054 reviews

FjordSafari

Experience the very best of nature, wildlife, history and local slowfood Fjord Norway has to offer! The RIB boat tour will show you the Unesco listed Nærøyfjord up close and personal. The hike goes from the fjord to the goatfarm Leim (360m amsl) with breathtaking views along the way. Enjoy a tasty local lunch based on goat produce and a tour of this traditional farm. Car back to Flam.

5. Voss Active

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5.0 based on 389 reviews

Voss Active

Voss Active is an activity provider based in Voss, Norway. Our Activities include: white-water rafting, riverboarding, canyoning, High ropes course and special events All products adventure are run to strict safety procedures and our crew is highly professional in all aspects. We can offer everything from family rafting to world class rafting trips in three different rivers: Stranda river, Raundalen river (Class 3-4+) and Vosso (Class 2)

6. Gone Paddling AS

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5.0 based on 234 reviews

Gone Paddling AS

Come join us. We are taking you for a via-Ferrata trip, included zip lines and more. We also offer; -guided kayak trips -fishing trips -high speed boat trips (RIB) -climbing trips -snorkeling -

7. Gone Paddling

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5.0 based on 115 reviews

Gone Paddling

Gone Paddling Balestrand offer two guided kayaking trips daily (at 10.00 AM and at 15.00 PM)around Balestrand. Average duration is 3 hours and includes a light lunch! You can also rent single or double kayaks and explore the area around Balestrand. On the guided tour, we will supply you with drysuit, personal flotation device, paddle and sprayskirt. A drybag can also be included.

8. Norway AdvenTURes

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5.0 based on 101 reviews

Norway AdvenTURes

We started in 2004 mainly with guiding outdoor tours. Today we offer adventure travel packages for individuals and groups, fixed dates or tailor made. We emphasize on experiencing and "doing" the pristine Norwegian wilderness combined with meeting local culture and history. This through local encounters, food, and products. We look for the best spots and find them mainly in the fjord region but also involving the Atlantic coast and the glaciers and highlands. Areas like Geiranger, Nordfjord, Kalvag, Jotunheimen, Sognefjord, Flam, Aurlandfjord, Nærøyfjord, Alesund, Hjørundfjord, Bergen, Lysefjord, Pulpit rock, Trolltongue are where we like to take you. Typical activities we do are Seakayaking, walking/hiking, cycling/biking, skiing, snowshoeing, fishing, wilderness camping, luxurious trips, sailing.

9. Uteguiden Valldal

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5.0 based on 145 reviews

Uteguiden Valldal

Welcome to Uteguiden in Valldal! Uteguiden offers a wide range of activities for small and large groups all year round: trips with regular departures and tailor-made activities for individuals, bachelor parties, companies, and groups of friends. Today, people want to travel safely in the outdoors. Uteguiden offers guidance and education to give you a unique experience in nature combined with top service! Uteguiden have bases in Ålesund, Valldal, Stranda and Åndalsnes, and offer outdoor adventures all over Sunnmøre and Romsdal

10. Adventure Tours Norway

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5.0 based on 138 reviews

Adventure Tours Norway

Adventure Tours Norway offers guided RIB-boat-, bicycle, hiking, fishing, glacier and Stand Up Paddle-tours. We are a local company with local and knowledgeabe guides who wish to share our passion with our customers. Our adventures takes place in the inner part of the Sognefjord, Breheimen national park and in Jotunheimen National Park. Come closer to Norwegian nature, experience the great landscapes and listen to local history from the area on our tours. Our goal is to provide you the adventure you wish for! Visit our website for more information about the different tours and rentals. Let's go on a Norwegian adventure!

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