Top 12 Wildlife Tours in Norway

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

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

Review of Tromso snowshoeing with fjord views, wildlife, lunch, photos, gear, pickup, practical tips, and honest advice on value.

“Snowshoeing was really great even though it was more tiring than expected. Isaac & Marcin were amazing and were super patient with how many photos I wanted. We moved at a good pace and were able to get to a great vantage point. The food was tasty as well. Definitely worth trying at least once!”

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2.Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 355 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

Ride from Svolvaer to Trollfjorden by RIB, with steep mountains, white beaches, sea eagles, seals, and practical cold-weather tips.

“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

Paddle Tromsø’s winter fjords in a warm drysuit, watch for seals and sea eagles, then warm up by the fire with hot drinks and snacks.

“This activity was amazing!! Our guide, Rune, was incredible and absolutely lovely, so friendly! Even though the weather was not looking good we still went out to check and were offered another plan in case we couldn’t do the kayaking or a full refund. But fortunately the weather was calm enough to get some kayaking in! An incredible experience with some lovely mulled wine or hot chocolate and biscuits after! Transport fully included even dropped people off to their hotels which was lovely!”

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4.Fjord, Mountain and Wildlife Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 229 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $123

Explore Tromsø’s fjords, mountains, and possible wild reindeer sightings on a scenic small-group tour with hotel pickup.

“Initially I have doubts but it is awesome and must do activity. Drive cum our guide was good and friendly. Only draw back is pickup location.”

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5.Arctic Wildlife & Fjord Sightseeing Tour by Car

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

Review of Tromsø’s six-hour Kvaløya and Sommarøy tour, with fjords, Arctic wildlife chances, local stories, small groups, and lunch.

“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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6.Arctic Wildlife and Fjord Sightseeing

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $226

Explore Kvaløya and Sommarøy from Tromsø on a small-group fjord safari with scenic stops, wildlife chances, lunch, and expert guides.

“We had a wonderful day travelling the Fjords with Steffan and 2 other passengers. Beautiful scenery!”

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7.Half-Day Scenic Wildlife & Photographic Fjord Tour.

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 50 reviews · 4 to 5 hours (approx.) · from $193

Explore Tromsø’s Kvaløya by minibus on a small-group fjord and wildlife tour with local guides, photography tips, folklore, and wild scenery.

“Many Cool spots for taking a short. The guide man is knowledgeable with lot of experience. Wishing myself to come back again”

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8.North Cape King Crab & Arctic Wildlife Safari

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

Review of Honningsvåg’s Arctic RIB safari, with Kjelvik, Nordvågen fish factory, wildlife chances, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“Our guide Marcus was great, very knowledgable 👍 The fish factory very good. Word of warning, if you are a bit unsteady on your feet the short climb up to the factory is on makeshift steps made from wooden pallets (no hand rail)! If we hadn’t seen Minky Whales on our return, the trip would have been disappointing. It’s really a ride on a RIB to the factory, made better if wildlife appears which is no guarantee. I thought it was a lot of money for what we did tbh.”

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9.Wildlife Forest Hike

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

Hike Oslo’s Nordmarka forest to Skjennungstoppen, visit traditional cabins, spot wildlife, and return by metro on this six-hour guided walk.

“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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10.Skjervøy: Birds and Wildlife of Arctic Norway

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 6 reviews · from $165

Search for dolphins, whales, eagles, seabirds, seals, and Arctic wildlife on a 3-hour Rib cruise from Skjervøy.

“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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11.Wildlife Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 5 reviews · from $152

Search for moose, owls, foxes, and eagles on a small-group Lofoten safari with a local photographer and flexible timing.

“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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12.Skjennungstoppen Wildlife Forest Hiking Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 3 reviews · from $298

Hike Oslo’s Nordmarka forest to Skjennungstoppen, visit Norwegian cabins, spot wildlife, and return via Sognsvann Lake.

“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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