Top Lofoten Cruises & Sailing

Step into the Arctic landscape on this 4-hour shore excursion from Leknes, combining an easy coastal walk, spectacular beaches and Lofoten fishing culture. Walk approximately 4 km from Uttakleiv to Haukland along the old coastal road, surrounded by dramatic mountains and the Norwegian Sea. With around 1 hour for the walk, enjoy the scenery and photo stops along the way. Arrive on foot at beautiful Haukland Beach before continuing to Ballstad, an active Lofoten fishing village. Discover colorful rorbuer and learn about local fishing traditions, cod, stockfish and coastal life. Ideal for cruise guests looking for more than traditional sightseeing, this tour combines light activity, Arctic nature, local culture and panoramic drives. The itinerary is planned around cruise schedules, with return to Leknes port in good time for your ship.

Between stops, we talk about what life in Lofoten is actually like — the good, the strange, the funny, the chaotic. Overtourism, winter storms, fishing season, why every house is red. This is the side of Lofoten you don't get from a big bus tour. Our guides live here. Lofoten isn't a destination to us, it's home — and that shapes how we run the tour: small groups, minivans instead of buses, and real respect for wildlife, private property, and the people in these villages. Your guide wears a microphone connected to a personal headset for each guest. No gathering around to hear over the wind, no straining at crowded viewpoints. Walk around, take photos, or just enjoy the scenery — and still hear the stories if you want to. Adjust the volume, or take the headset off completely and take in the landscape in silence.

Treat yourself with a fully private arrangement. Lofoten are a unique place that deserves to be experiencedet at its fullest, with no rush and a knowledgeable guide at your exclusive disposal. You will enjoy a relaxing panoramic drive along some of the most beautiful views in the world. We will pass by white sandy beaches with emerald waters, deep fjords surrounded by towering peaks and charming fishing villages characterised by the typical fishermen's red cabins. You will learn the history of "skrei", the migrating arctic cod that has been used for centuries for the production of stockfish. You will have the chance to taste a delicious fish soup or tasty fish burgers. We will take as many photo stops as you want, with no rush and no pressure. You will return to Leknes with your cameras full of photos and your hearts full of memories that you will never forget.

Gain an intimate perspective of Norway’s unique landscape on a kayak tour of the Lofoten archipelago. Absorb coastal vistas and keep an eye out for native species, such as sea lions and eagles, as you paddle on the Arctic waters. Benefit from the more personalized attention of your professional guide on a small-group tour, and keep energized with a picnic lunch included in the price.

Make the best of your short time in the amazing Lofoten Islands. Explore in a small private setting avoiding large crowds and wastes of time due to big bus operations. Enjoy unforgettable views while immersed in the silence of wild arctic nature. Take several short stops to bring home beautiful photos and memories. Taste some delicious local traditional snacks. Arrive safely to your departure port with a good advance on the all-on-board time. We strongly suggest to create your own group (max. 8 pax) by involving fellow passengers passengers from your Hurtigruten or Havila ship, this way you can lower the per person rate.

Welcome to the beautiful islands of Lofoten! This is a private tour, customized for visitors that want to see the best of Lofoten. Your guide, Gunnar, will come and get you at your location in Leknes and you will start exploring Lofoten right away. Sit back and relax in your private car. Here you will have a panoramic view of the dramatic peaks, the crystal- clear water, and the white sandy beaches that are typical for Lofoten. We have planned several stops along the way, and we can make as many extra stops as you want. We will explore the unique landscape, visit beaches ranked as the most beautiful in the world and have a closer look at the small fishing villages where you find the traditional red and yellow wooden fisherman’s cabins. You will have the chance to taste some local food and your guide will tell you about the history of Lofoten and how people now live their lives in this arctic part of the world. Hopefully, we also get to see some wildlife during our drive.

Enjoy an unique arctic experience. We will drive to a north oriented beach with no light pollution, and when we find clear sky we will stop and, while telling stories, sipping hot drinks and tasting local snacks, will wait for nature to show us its best. When the show starts the guide will help you to set up your cameras and take amazing portraits of you with the northern lights on the back. You will return to your hotel with your cameras full of photos and your hearts full of amazing memories that you will never forget. Please note that the northern lights are not always visible, the viewing chances depending on factors such as solar activity and weather conditions. The tour will take place only if the conditions are such to allow at least some viewing chances, a safe drive and a pleasant stay outdoors.

Discover the highlights of Lofoten from its pristine beaches, majestic mountains, and charming fishing villages on this full-day shore excursion. A local English-speaking guide accompanies your exploration as you admire the stunning panoramic views. See the “Arctic Copacabana” in Ramberg, explore Skagsanden which is a haven for surfers, and visit the tiny fishing hamlets of Hamnøy and Sakrisøy.