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The 7 Best Walking Tours in Nordland, Northern Norway
Typified by steep mountains and the flat lowlands where they meet the Norwegian Sea, Nordland is known for its stunning scenery. The Lofoten Islands off the mainland are considered among the world's best for travelers and include unique attractions like the Lofotr Viking Museum at Borg. Saltstraumen near Bodo has the world's strongest tidal current. Further south, Vega has been designated as a UNESCO World Heritage Site for its age-old lifestyle of fishing and eider duck down harvesting.
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1. Hamaroyskaftet, Guided Climb in Northern Norway
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5.0 based on 7 reviews
Hamarøyskaftet is one of the most characteristic mountains in Northern Norway. It’s less well known than Stetind and the summit is just 613 metres above sea level. Some alpine climbing is needed to reach the summit. Join us on a guided climb, and be surprised by how much fun this trip is! Hamarøyskaftet is not a very difficult climb, but you will still need ropes and guiding to reach the top. You must be comfortable with some airy climbing. Between the alpine sections, you will find large ledges to rest on while you enjoy the amazing views. When you reach the summit, you will be rewarded with views of the Vestfjord and Lofotveggen (The Lofoten Wall) – the line of mountains on the nearby Lofoten Islands. No rush. We allow plenty of time on this excursion, so we don’t have to rush.
Inclusions: All activities, Guide
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions
Reviewed By martusch_
We did the Dog sledding Tour and it was the best experience ever. Ivar picked us up from the Hotel and we drove to the Dog camp. On the way he told us a lot of interesting things about Norway and we had some Photostops. We were really luck because on the way we could see free running Moose ???? At the Dog camp we met our Guide who was really nice and we could meet the Dogs. He showed us how to fix the Dog's to the sledge and the ride began. It was just amazing the nature and the Dogs. After the Sledding we got some coffee and tea to get warm. Then Ivar drove us back to the Hotel. He gave us also some tips what to do in Bodø. All in all I can really recommend this tour! ????
2. Northern Light safari
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5.0 based on 1 reviews
Join us for an exciting hunt for the Northern Light. Learn the basic techniques for shooting the Northern Lights. You will be picked up at the hotel, and you can go by car to the mountains. The conditions are checked in advance so that the goal for the evening can be reached. Lectures and information are held before we go to see the Northern Lights. The Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and we cannot guarantee that you will see it on this trip, but we do what we can to maximize your opportunities. This excursion is suitable for everyone. Included: Northern Light Guide, Car with Driver, Photo Instructions, coffee and tea.
Inclusions: Snacks, Private transportation
Exclusions: NOTE: Pick up is only available in Mo I Rana, NOT any other cities!
3. Summer Full-Day Guided Tour of the Lofoten Islands
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4.8 based on 16 reviews
With this excursion, we would like you to discover a part of these amazing islands; our guide won't show you only some of the most characteristic fishing villages which have made these islands famous, but she/he will also make you explore unspoiled nature, genuine and extraordinary parts of these fantastic corner of the world, the Lofoten archipelago. You will admire the Arctic landscape and fishing communities where you can breath the history and the atmosphere of the past when the fishermen used to gather up here to participate to the cod fishing season. Gimsøy island and its old church , Eggum and its wild landscape and white sandy beach, Henninsgvær, the Venice of the north and Kabelvåg are just some of the places you will admire and discover. With this 5 -hour Lofoten guided tour, our knowledgeable guide will show the highlights of the northern side of the archipelago.
Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off
Exclusions: Gratuities, Food and drinks, unless specified
Reviewed By soorajc920
We reached Svolvær on a very bad weather , it was raining and cloudy weather in December and I had booked 2 day photography tour with Lofoten Lights. My wife and I were worried on missing out on places in Lofoten as we had only 2 days with us. Next day we got picked up by Eric for our tour,he is a very warm and very friendly guide.He started out our tour by taking to a mirror art installed next to the mountain landscape it was very good, in 2 days he covered all the places which are listed in tour ,he is extremely knowledgeable ,he gave us so many facts,he is an amazing photographer and each and every framing of shots is very good.Even though it was a bad weather he made sure that we waited for getting good light and then he helped us taking many memories in form of photos . We will definitely come back in summer and book a photography tour with Lofoten lights for Eric our guide. He is very professional and an awesome tour guide.
4. Arctic Coastal Walk
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4.7 based on 3 reviews
Come along and join us on a guided walk tour, across sandy beaches in a breathtaking scenary! You will be in close contact with the elements, and experience a true Norwegian tradition: Friluftsliv. This means "To enjoy the great outdoor"!
Inclusions: Local guide, Air-conditioned vehicle, Spikes (if needed), Hiking poles (if needed), Hot tea
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Reviewed By Krisnatl
A must doo if you want to experience the amazing saltstraumen at first hand . The guide was awsome , with great knowledge about all the sourounding elements and how it happend . From mountains to sea and from fish to eagles !
5. Midnight Sun Hiking in Lofoten Islands
With this excursion our hikers will have the opportunity to combine the passion for hiking with the beauty of the sun that never sets. This trek takes place in the Atlantic side of Lofoten islands where the sun shows itself in all its beauty and splendor. It will be an unique experience to walk along a white sand beach accompanied by the sound of the waves of the ocean, warmed by the tepid rays of a sun that, in this part of the world, never stops shining.
Inclusions: Local guide, Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)
Exclusions: Food and drinks, Gratuities
Reviewed By soorajc920
We reached Svolvær on a very bad weather , it was raining and cloudy weather in December and I had booked 2 day photography tour with Lofoten Lights. My wife and I were worried on missing out on places in Lofoten as we had only 2 days with us. Next day we got picked up by Eric for our tour,he is a very warm and very friendly guide.He started out our tour by taking to a mirror art installed next to the mountain landscape it was very good, in 2 days he covered all the places which are listed in tour ,he is extremely knowledgeable ,he gave us so many facts,he is an amazing photographer and each and every framing of shots is very good.Even though it was a bad weather he made sure that we waited for getting good light and then he helped us taking many memories in form of photos . We will definitely come back in summer and book a photography tour with Lofoten lights for Eric our guide. He is very professional and an awesome tour guide.
6. Cityguiding in Mo I Rana
Our experienced guides will tell You all You need to know about Mo I Rana. It’s inhabitants, it’s past, the commerce. It’s all exciting! From the earliest settlements to modern community. We will let You have a better understanding of why the surroundings are the way they are and about events that happened as they did. Join us on an exciting trip through Mo I Rana. Learn about our diverse history and how it is to live at 66 °. The tour takes approx. 1 hour. The guiding is normally carried out in Norwegian, but preferably in English if needed. The tour can be booked all year, but from June 20.th until August 20.th at 7 PM, we stand ready to welcome you in the town center.
Inclusions: All Fees and Taxes
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Reviewed By D7511HXsarab
It’s a must to do when you go to Mo I Rana! Even with the cold you can get warm with some coffee and snacks, and a little bonfire. The guide had incredible knowledge about the northern lights, and will try his best to make you see them. Very friendly and helpful!
7. Small-Group Cultural Walking Tour of Skrova
Discover the picturesque island of Skrova on a short walking trip! This tour focus on the island's culture, traditions and stories shared by the locals. We will walk through some of the most picturesque parts of the island and end on the famous tunnel photo exhibition, representing 100 years of Skrova history. Once the biggest fishing village in Lofoten, Skrova has a long history connected to fishing and whaling, but also a thriving community who has been changing and adapting through times. Together with history, culture, food and fishing, you will hear stories about ghosts and local crimes! Most of the content of this tour is not found on books or internet, most stories have been collected and shared directly by locals from Skrova community by word of mouth. These trips are run by a Portuguese guide living in Skrova, who following her fascination by Norway followed the "Bacalhau" journey back to Arctic waters.
Inclusions: Friendly and knowledge guide
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