Norway · BODø TOURS
Good bodø tours fill up weeks ahead and the short-season ones go first. Below: the 14 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
RIB trip from Bodø to Saltstraumen: spot white-tailed eagles close up and ride the world’s biggest tidal current. Thermal suit included.
“The guide made the experience so much better with his knowledge of the area & wildlife. Nothing seemed to be too much trouble. Getting to see so many sea eagles close up was very special indeed.”
RIB safari to Saltstraumen, the world’s strongest tidal current, for Arctic wildlife and vortex views in 2 hours from Bodø.
“Everything was as promised and than some. Our guide Alexander was great he knew his stuff but more importantly he was really proud of his history and sharing his knowledge on top of being a skilled boatman. Great experience.”
Small-group northern lights safari from Bodø in a heated van with flexible chasing, expert guidance, and photo help, all in English.
“Beautiful experience, after picking up directly at the hotel took us to several points with little light pollution and with a crazy view. Van comfortable, heated and with the possibility to admire the aurora both from the windows and from the roof. Ivar, very professional and attentive to the needs of all people present. Experienced photographer, he took some beautiful photos during the tour, with lots of tips on how to search and photograph the aurora at best. We were lucky enough to see her in more places, super recommended experiences!Auto-translated”
Quiet 4-hour hybrid-electric cruise from Bodø to Saltstraumen and Beiar Fjord, with English guides, photo stops, and hot drinks.
Hike Åselidalen, Bodø’s Hidden Valley, with a guide and round-trip transport. Up to 15 people, English support, 7 hours.
“Our guide was Ingrid, a very nice girl, who, let me mention, walked the whole way barefoot! She also told us interesting facts about the dry pine tree and showed us the difference between real and fake blueberries The place, the lakes, the small waterfall, everything is beautiful, and we were lucky that it was a sunny day, so we even took a bath in one of the lakes. The water temperature was just right for refreshment, but not too cold. I recommend this trip to everyone”
Silent fjord sailing from Bodø to Kjerringøy Handelssted, with photo stops in Mistfjorden and Nordfjorden arms, plus local guide stories.
“Transport og guiding var bra. Litt info om hvorfor det står en byste av Knut Hamsun inne på tunet. 'En time til disposisjon i land var i korteste laget. Mye å se på og lese, rakk ikke alt, som en kopp kaffe f.eks. Totalt inntrykk er bra.”
A challenging small-group hike to secluded Hovdsundet Beach near Bodø, with expert guidance, scenic terrain, and round-trip transport in ~6 hours.
“It was a wonderful hike because we went through different landscapes – rocks, forests, and sand – and it led us to a beautiful beach. We managed to get there easily thanks to Ivar, who is always such a great guide and showed us all the hidden trails to reach the most secret parts of the route. I definitely recommend booking this excursion!”
A 2.5-hour Sami camp experience from Bodø, with lavvo, tame reindeer, joik singing, and chaga, plus comfortable coach transport.
“Sehr informativ mit vielen persönlichen Erzählungen zu der Geschichte mit Hintergründen zur Sami Kultur & zum dem Leben mit den Rentieren. Sehr herzliche Atmosphäre mit der Möglichkeit, Rentiere zu streicheln.”
Bodø Arctic coastal walk with a small-group guide, wildlife and Viking history, seashell hunting, and hot tea for $68, 2.5 hours.
“very good guide. Explain ed the geology and history of the people very well.”
3-hour small-group northern lights safari from Bodø, with forecast-based stops, hot drinks, and stargazing away from city glow.
“Very good. we take you to places where you are almost sure to see some. top”
Climb Øyfjellet via ferrata near Mosjøen, then zip over the Vefsna River. 5 hours, English guidance, safe gear and big views.
“Good personal service via chat before booking. Good and pleasant guide. We chose a combi, ViaFerrata and Zippline, then could also walk the stairs up the last part and down again to Zipp. Both the tour via HiNorth and the stairs generally recommendedAuto-translated”
3-hour Northern Lights cruise from Bodø in a hybrid-electric ship, guided by English staff, with outdoor deck viewing when auroras appear.
“Het was super goed georganiseerd, de bemanning was zeer vriendelijk behulpzaam en deskundig. Ondanks dat we maar met 7 passagiers waren ging de tocht door. En het belangrijkste we hebben de Aurora Borealis gezien, wow!”
Zipline off 70 meters up Storfjellet in Mosjøen, fly over the Vefsna River, and land in Fru Haugans Hotel gardens with guided safety.
“This was really fun! We could drive two together, and the guide was very nice and easy to talk with. I felt safe, they were careful with safety and we had a great experience in beautiful nature.Auto-translated”
Join a 3-hour Bodø Northern Lights hunt with a guide, bus lesson, and warm drink. Depart 20:00, return around 23:30.
Every kind of day out on this coast, and the best of each.
