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Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

Recommended by 99% of travelers
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Stavanger, Norway
High interest
Booked 4 times today.
  • 2 hours (approx.)
  • Group discounts
  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English

Why travelers loved this

4.9
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· amy_f ·
Apr 2026
It may seem long but it is worth every minute and every dollar. The drive in a comfortable sprinter, the ferry ride in fjords, the panoramic views. It captured what I have always pictured for Norway. Grand beauty, soaring mountains, beautiful water. Will never forget.
· Vicky_R ·
Apr 2026
It was a great experience. We were met at the cruise ship and had a short walk to the dock. We were outfitted with protective gear and away we went. It was a fun and bumpy ride. The scenery was amazing.

Overview

View the extraordinary natural features of Western Norway’s Lysefjord from the water on this thrilling boat tour of the fjord. Your captain will lead you to landmarks including Hengjanefossen waterfall, one of the tallest waterfalls in Norway, as well as the historic “Vagabond Cave” of Fantahålå and the famous Pulpit Rock. The tour’s rigid inflatable boat offers a mix of speed and comfort, while included protective gear ensures a safe ride.
  • Explore the sights of Lysefjord on a boat tour
  • Tour includes all the gear you need for a safe and comfortable ride
  • View landmarks including Hengjanefossen waterfall and Pulpit Rock
  • A limit of 12 travelers keeps the experience personal

What's Included

  • Two-hour guided tour of the Lysefjord in a high-end RIB boat.
  • A seasoned seafarer and storyteller as your captain.
  • All necessary safety equipment including lifejacket and floatation suit (available in all sizes)
  • Additional protective gear for colder days including goggles and gloves.
  • Parking Fees
    Parking space by the meeting point is not covered by your ticket.

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

  • Stavanger RIB
    Strandkaien 37, 4005 Stavanger, Norway

    Check-in is in the central Stavanger city harbor in front of the Stavanger Maritime Museum and behind the fish market. You will see a flag that says ‘Stavanger RIB meeting point’.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Stavanger (Pass By)

Hogsfjorden (Pass By)

Lysefjord (Pass By)

1

Fantahålå

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Included

2

Preikestolen

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

3

Hengjanefossen waterfall

10 minutesAdmission Ticket Free

Additional Info

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • Not recommended for travelers with back problems
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Most travelers can participate
  • We always check the back-onboard time for cruise passengers, and will never let you miss your ship, cutting the trip short if need be.
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Featured review

Bethy_F
We had an incredible Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour from Stavanger with Daniel as our guide. He was fun, energetic, and very informative throughout the trip. Highlights included seeing the impressive Preikestolen, the beautiful Whisky Falls, and even spotting an eagle. The fjord and surrounding islets were absolutely stunning. Highly recommend this tour – and Daniel – for an unforgettable adventure!

Reviews

4.9
based on 394 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Absolutely amazing tour,...

JoeandFelicity_C, May 2026
Absolutely amazing tour, it was a huge highlight to our cruise. Worth booking! If you dont you'll regret it.

Beautiful scenery! Cold...

Linda_S, Apr 2026
Beautiful scenery! Cold and windy for us. But a great trip. Sit in the back for less bumps. We enjoyed!

Brilliant experience

Ailsa_B, Apr 2026
Brilliant experience well worth the money the scenery is amazing and we got to see dolphins. The suits are definitely needed it gets cold especially sat at the front.

Despite high winds and...

JOHN_N, Apr 2026
Despite high winds and rough waters our captain kept us comfortable and safe. Fun ride and beautiful views.

Great boat tour

David_V, Apr 2026
Great experience, guide was great. They gave us all the equipment to keep us dry and warm. Ran long because a passenger needed to be moved and it was rough weather. So keep in mind if you have an experience planned afterwards. I would give an extra hour before other plans. We missed ours.

Great fun for all the family

Julie_M, Apr 2026
Well organised fun activity for all the family. Easy to access immediately leaving the ship, very friendly and helpful staff. Great activity for a range of ages (our group was 7 - 60). Full 2 hour rib ride taking in some beautiful views with expert guidance. Very warm with full body suit, gloves and goggles. Be prepared for the ride though as it was bumpy at times and very exhilarating. Felt like I was galloping a horse across county so not for anyone wanting a sedate scenic cruise.

Exhilarating experience

Vicky_R, Apr 2026
It was a great experience. We were met at the cruise ship and had a short walk to the dock. We were outfitted with protective gear and away we went. It was a fun and bumpy ride. The scenery was amazing.

Must do! Worth the time and money!

amy_f, Apr 2026
It may seem long but it is worth every minute and every dollar. The drive in a comfortable sprinter, the ferry ride in fjords, the panoramic views. It captured what I have always pictured for Norway. Grand beauty, soaring mountains, beautiful water. Will never forget.

Rib ride

Julie_L, Apr 2026
It is very cold but vell worth it guide was very informative well organised make sure you wear plenty of layers

Fun & enjoying experience

Sara_L, Apr 2026
Fantastic fun experience JIB ride, very easy to find when you get off cruise ship, well organised at getting you dressed in warm waterproof suits. The guide was great and he went faster and made it more fun as we had our two teenagers 12 and 16 with us and others on our boat. Highly recommend Great way to see Stravanger from the water.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much Sara :-)

Fjord Wonders

Kerry_D, Oct 2025
Wonderful even with all the clouds. The waterfall watching was fantastic and so close. Great guide and funny stories. Great opportunities for taking photos.

Response from Host, Apr 2026

Thank you so much for the kind words Kerry

What’s a little rain?!!

David_M, Oct 2025
This was a wonderfully fun experience. Since we can’t control the weather, the full body dry suits were perfect. We stayed warm and dry even in the downpours! We felt safe, secure and the captain offered great stories at every scenic stop! Highly recommended.

Response from Host, Oct 2025

Thank you so much David, no such thing as bad weather when you have good clothes :-)

Great trip on the water, beautiful views.

Todd_R, Sep 2025
Lots of fun, beautiful views. Great trip I would strongly recommend for a family vacation or even a single travler

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much Todd, great to have you with us.

Must do!

Toni_W, Sep 2025
We had great time! Daniel was an exceptional captain and gave us a great tour. I highly recommend this tour to see the Lysefiord.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much Toni, Daniel is super happy to hear you had a good time with him.

Rainy day but still fun

Yannick_X, Sep 2025
Was really good despite the rain. Would recommend waterproof shoes and your own gloves to get the warmth needed. ( it was rainy and cold day in September)

Fjord Fun

Chris_B, Sep 2025
Very fun! Our cruise itinerary wasn’t very scenic. This tour sure was! Would highly recommend if you’re looking for a fun and scenic adventure!

As other people say, it...

RICHARD_S, Sep 2025
As other people say, it will be a highlight of your trip. Price seems hi but is worth it. What stands out though is customer service by both the tour provider and by Viator. Really.

Response from Host, Sep 2025

Thank you so much Richard, super glad you enjoyed.

Great choice!

Deborah_G, Sep 2025
The tour was the highlight of our cruise! The fjord is breathtaking and we were lucky enough to have a minimal amount of rain. Christien is a great guide! We would highly recommend this tour!

Great guide. All...

Kimberly_H, Aug 2025
Great guide. All equipment needed provided by the company- float suits, life jackets, goggles. Fun and informative.

Thrilling Lysefjord RIB Tour – Stunning Scenery, Wildlife & a Fantastic Guide!

Bethy_F, Aug 2025
We had an incredible Lysefjord Sightseeing RIB Boat Tour from Stavanger with Daniel as our guide. He was fun, energetic, and very informative throughout the trip. Highlights included seeing the impressive Preikestolen, the beautiful Whisky Falls, and even spotting an eagle. The fjord and surrounding islets were absolutely stunning. Highly recommend this tour – and Daniel – for an unforgettable adventure!

What a thrill!

Kathy_E, Aug 2025
We had a fantastic time on this tour!! What a thrill the speed boat was and the sights were absolutely stunning. An absolute MUST do if you’re traveling to Stavanger. Our guide was knowledgeable and kind, great trip all around.

It was a great ride. We...

Sharon_G, Aug 2025
It was a great ride. We felt safe the entire time. The only thing to make it better would have been sunshine. Beautiful scenery .

Very easy to locate from...

john_c, Aug 2025
Very easy to locate from cruise ship, very friendly and knowledgeable team , trip not to be missed and value for money.

You’ll have a great time

JanieAnn_S, Aug 2025
Amazing ride into the fjords. Gorgeous scenery, boat was brand new and well equipped. Suits they provide are warm and comfortable. Ride is windy but very fun.

A fantastic Rib boat trip up the Lysefjord

Darren_W, Jul 2025
An absolutely fantastic trip up the fjord past Pulpit rock. The scenery was sensational and the weather amazing. A wonderful experience

Get Into the Groove and Ride the RIB

Anette_H, Jul 2025
Excellent experience to dive into the grandeur of the Fjords and its waterfalls. It is truly a heart pumping ride with so much fun and excitement. A must do ride with this tour company.

Response from Host, Jul 2025

Thank you so much for getting into the groove with us Annette :-)

Great tour with friendly staff

John_K, Jul 2025
Wonderful boat tour with great customer service. Our cruiseship was late in docking and the tour was great on accomodating a change in time. They were extremely friendly and helpful. Just remember to show up about 15 min befor time on ticket because that is the time when the boat leaves. You need about 10 min to put on the safety gear.

Great tour

Patrick_H, Jun 2025
Guide was great. Gave great history of fjords. Had overalls, googles and gloves that kept us warm and dry. Great experience.

Fjords

James_W, Jun 2025
Loved the RIB ride through the fjord. Stunning scenery and our guide was very knowledgeable about the area. Very professional.

Very professional fun...

carolinemedford88, Jun 2025
Very professional fun experience great for adults. Would recommend for families or couples!!!!! Definitely a must in Stavanger.

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