The 15 Best RIB Tours in Norway

1.RIB Tour to Lysefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 1,288 reviews · 2 hours · from $131Our pick

Set out from Stavanger with a safety briefing, warm floating suit, gloves, goggles, and an English-speaking skipper. Speed beneath Preikestolen, stop at Fantahala and Hengjanefossen, hear stories of smugglers and ice-age geology, and watch for seals, porpoises, sea eagles, goats, and perhaps dolphins.

“The RIB boat tour was incredible! Being on the water and seeing the fjord from sea level was a real treat. Alex, our guide, was safe, fun and made sure we had a great time. Getting so close to the waterfalls that we got a bit wet was a memory of a lifetime!”

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2.Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 1,156 reviews · 2 hours · from $145

Join Stavanger RIB for a two-hour small-group ride into Lysefjord. Your English or Norwegian captain takes you close to Pulpit Rock, Vagabond Cave, Fantahala, and Whisky Falls, with floatation suits, gloves, and goggles provided. Expect fast runs, photo stops, and local stories.

“loved this tour! it was high speed, high adrenaline and very well prepared. guide was knowledgeable and good fun. boat was comfry. great activity”

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3.From Svolvær: Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 908 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

From Svolvær’s main square, you’ll suit up in a warm flotation suit, goggles, gloves, and life jacket before racing toward Trollfjord. Guides such as Hilda, Raphael, Rafael, and Alessandro have shared local history and wildlife facts while bringing the RIB close to white-tailed sea eagles.

“An Unforgettable Experience! We started our day with an early morning boat trip to watch eagles in their natural habitat. Our guide was incredibly warm and enthusiastic, giving us detailed introductions about the local area. She took us to several great spots to observe the eagles up close, and feed the fish along the way. The RIB ride itself was absolutely thrilling, fast-paced and exhilarating from start to finish. Overall, this one-day tour offered amazing value for money and left us with wonderful memories. Highly recommended!”

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4.RIB Geiranger – Fjordsafari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 807 reviews · 1 hour · from $94

Join an English-speaking guide, often including Mario or Uri, for a one-hour RIB ride from Geiranger Brygge. With up to 12 people aboard, you speed past Skagefla and close to the Seven Sisters and Friaren, with warm flotation suits, photo stops, and lively local stories.

“Fantastic! Great guide and experience. Would do again in a heartbeat.”

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5.From Svolvær: RIB Boat Lofoten Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 754 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

From Svolvær, Jonas and other local guides take you by fast RIB through Raftsundet to Trollfjord, where white-tailed sea eagles swoop close for fish. Warm suits, gloves, hats, goggles, and life jackets are provided. Expect a lively ride, fjord scenery, Viking stories, and about two hours on the water.

“Our skipper (and tour guide) was very funny, knowleageble and told us a lot of stories about the local history. We enjoyed seeing the sea eagles so close and also we loved the wonderfull Trollfjord and all the stories about it.”

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6.Lysefjord RIB Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 665 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $134Top rated

This two-hour RIB safari takes you from Stavanger harbor into Lysefjord, past islands and fish farms, to Fantahålå, Pulpit Rock, and Hengjanefossen waterfall. Captains such as Alex, Aksel, Ola, and Eirik combine local stories with fast, exciting boat work. Dry suits, goggles, and dry bags are provided.

“Such a fun experience! Captain Alex was great!! Highly recommend for beautiful views of the fjord, and a great time.”

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7.Geiranger: RIB Fjordsafari Geirangefjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 651 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $96

Join FjordGuiding for a one-hour RIB ride from Geiranger, limited to 12 people. Your guide, possibly Mario or Richard, takes you close to Seven Sisters, Friaren, waterfalls, and old mountain farms. Warm protective suits, life jackets, goggles, photo stops, and live commentary are included.

“Our guide was friendly and welcoming. We had such a great time, getting up close to waterfalls but also speeding through the fjord. Our kids absolutely loved it! We even saw an Eagle. A very professionally run and fun tour. Would highly recommend.”

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8.Lysefjorden & Pulpit Rock RIB-Safari from Stavanger

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 374 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $149

Join Stavanger RIB for a two-hour ride from Strandkaien into Lysefjord. Your captain takes you to Fantahålå, Pulpit Rock, and Hengjanefossen waterfall at close range. The 12-person boat reaches 35 knots, while float suits, goggles, gloves, and life jackets keep you warm and protected.

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

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9.Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

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

Leave central Svolvaer with a Norwegian or English-speaking guide and follow Øyhellsundet toward steep-sided Trollfjord. The 2-hour RIB ride includes flotation suits and wildlife stops for close views of white-tailed eagles, with Skrova, beaches, and historic coastal sites along the way.

“Great and cold experience!!They provided us a warm uniform, goggles and gloves to be put on your personal ones. It was a very good experience out there! Big waves and a snow storm made it more unique and fun. Of course we got a bit wet but the scenario is breathtaking and you get to see many eagles. The duration is enough, I was exhausted and cold at the end. I suggest warmer stickers for feet and to cover very well all your face.”

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10.Kristiansand: Express Archipelago Tour by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 334 reviews · 55 min · from $124

Join Nature Norway for a 55-minute RIB ride from Nodeviga, near Kristiansand’s cruise port. Your English or Norwegian-speaking guide mixes fast open-water runs with slow passes by rocky islands, pine woods, historic sites, and traditional wooden homes. Jackets and goggles may be available, while flotation suits are provided in chilly weather.

“Brilliant - all the gear to stay warm and enjoy the amazing scenery- and very interesting talk from the guide”

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11.Bleik: Whale Watching by Speedboat with Puffins and Muffins

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 326 reviews · 3h 30m · from $199

From Bleik Marina, an English-speaking guide and skipper take you by RIB into Bleik Canyon for about 3.5 hours. Watch for sperm whales, orcas, pilot whales, puffins, seals, and eagles. Christina, Norbert, Bekka, and Katie are among the guides associated with this wildlife trip.

“Highly recommended!!! Wonderful guide and skipper!!!we saw 2 wailles and it was amazing. Thank you for the once in a lifetime experience!”

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12.Bodø: Saltstraumen Sea Eagle Trip by RIB

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 250 reviews · 2 hours · from $135

Join a Norwegian-speaking skipper in Bodø for a two-hour RIB trip to Saltstraumen. You will watch white-tailed eagles, feel the speed of the boat, and stop for photos at the world’s largest tidal current. Thermal suits, life jackets, and goggles are provided.

“Opplevelsen var helt fantastisk! Guiden vår var veldig imøtekommende og ga veldig god info og ekstra fart på båten :D”

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13.Eidfjord: 1-Hour Fjord RIB Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 215 reviews · 1 hour · from $83Best value

Join a one-hour RIB ride from Eidfjord Harbor toward Simadal Fjord or Hardangerbrua. Your Norwegian or English-speaking captain points out waterfalls, seabirds, seals, goats, and the Sima power plant, while thermal flotation suits keep you warm on this brisk outdoor trip.

“Fun tour! Great way to learn a bit more about this area & see the beauty from the water.”

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14.Private Cruise: Mostraumen by Zodiac or Lux Pontoon Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 163 reviews · 5 to 10 hours (approx.) · from $568

From central Bergen, Bjørn, Andrea, Erik, or Eric may guide you by private Zodiac or stable pontoon into quiet Veafjorden. Expect warm flotation suits, waterfalls, Viking and salmon stories, a maximum of 12 people per boat, and a one-way scenic return by train or car.

“If you do nothing else in Bergen, please be sure to take Bjorn’s tour of the fjords. With his Zodiac raft, we gain access to the most beautiful places imaginable. In addition to the breathtaking landscape, he skillfully and (at times) humorously relates the history of the area. Bjorn is an expert guide. Thank you Bjorn for an unforgettable adventure.”

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15.Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $251

Travel from Tromsø to Skjervøy by bus, suit up in flotation gear, then spend 2.5 to 3 hours on a fast RIB searching for orcas, humpbacks, and fin whales. Guides such as Ina and Ivar keep the group warm, safe, and respectful around the whales.

“We had such a lovely time with Ina, she ensured we were all warm and comfortable on the rib. She took us to the spots to find the whales and we were so lucky to see lots of Orcas!! It was a perfect bucket list day! Afterwards Ina gave us some hot drinks and some sandwiches before getting the coach back. This is nothing to do with the quality of this amazing company who you go on the rib with- but to do with the coach information: The only note we didn’t know before was in regards to the transport to Skjervøy. We got to the bus station and we…”

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