Bodø

Neighborhood tours

Set sail on a rigid inflatable boat to spot sea eagles on this trip from Bodo suitable for the whole family. Learn fascinating facts about these creatures from your captain as you observe a fascinating natural habitat and experience the world's largest tidal current. Meet your guide in Bodo and get ready for your adventure. Climb into the rigid inflatable boat and seat sail towards Saltsraumen. Keep a look out for white-tailed eagles, Northern Europe’s largest bird of prey and a wing span of up to 2.4 meters. Experience one of the wild wonders of Europe where every 6 hours up to 400 million cubic meters of sea water forces it way through a 150-meter narrow strait. Enjoy several stops along the journey where your skipper will fill you in on all the details about this spectacular natural habitat. Bring your camera and capture a great close-up encounter with one of the beautiful eagles.

Our modern hybrid-electric ship offer a quiet voyage, ensuring a peaceful and immersive experience. Outdoor areas and the indoor saloon with large panoramic windows provide uninterrupted views of the breathtaking scenery, allowing you to fully appreciate the fjord’s natural splendor from the warmth and comfort of our vessel. Our knowledgeable guides and friendly hosts are dedicated to elevating your experience, sharing fascinating insights about the fjords’ history, wildlife, and geology. Ensuring that you’ll get the most out of your time in Bodø. During the tour you can grab a hot drink and local treats from our cafe to keep you warm. Relax in our comfortable seating areas, perfect for unwinding as you take in the picturesque landscapes. The ship is equipped with all necessary amenities, including clean and accessible toilets, ensuring a comfortable journey for everyone.

Set off from Hurtigruten quay with your guide to explore the Norwegian Sea on this boat tour. Feel the wind in your face and scout for puffins, sea eagles, and porpoises along your journey. Admire the unique geology and learn how the dramatic landscape of the Caledonian Mountains was formed. Learn about the history of Bodø and discover the Arctic way of life. Visit the tidal current, Saltstraumen, and its little brother, Sundstraumen, both filled with birds, fish and vortexes.

As we depart from Bodø we sail along the rugged coastline around Bodø. On the way we can admire the stunning mountain on Landegode as well as the picturesque narrow beach of Hovsundet. We sail into Mistfjorden, which at times does its name justice. Towards the end of the fjord it splits into two and we enter the narrow arm of Nordfjorden where mountains up to 800 meters rise high above us on either side. We continue to Kjerringøy where we will step on land and make a 10 minute stroll through a wonderful lush bit of forest to breathtaking Kjerringøy Handelssted. This 19th century trading post has several well preserved buildings, including several beautiful old wooden boats. Roam around the open air museum and imagine what life would be like here 200 years ago. On the way back to Bodø, you can purchase something to eat or drink and enjoy the unobstructed views over Vestfjorden.

After booking you receive a separate Email from us with the instructions on how to install the app and the guide! You can ignore the "Ticket" Email from Get Your Guide. Please also check your spam-folder for our Email and please get in touch with us if something does not work! Available in English and German language. Explore the cities along the Norwegian coast individually and in your own pace, while still getting the information of an experienced tour guide on your smartphone. The Hurtigruten and Havila Kystruten mailboats call at 34 ports along the Norwegian coast. There is plenty of time for a walking tour in the larger towns. Explore the Art Nouveau town of Ålesund, the old Norwegian capital Trondheim, Bodø, the Arctic capital Tromsø, Kirkenes, Hammerfest and Svolvær on the Lofoten Islands on extended city tours and shorter walks. In Alesund you will learn interesting facts about the great city fire and the reconstruction in Art Nouveau style. Nidaros Cathedral is certainly the highlight of the tour of Trondheim. But the historic workers' quarter Bakklandet and the former harbour area Nedre Elvehavn are also worth seeing. Somewhat bizarre is the world's only bicycle lift. Tromsoe was the starting point of Arctic expeditions for a long time. Today, the Polar Museum takes visitors back to the time of the Norwegian polar explorers Amundsen and Nansen. The famous Mack Oil Halls entice visitors to sample beer in what was once the world's northernmost brewery.

Our hybrid-electric ships offer a serene journey from Bodø, navigating the area to good weather conditions for viewing this natural wonder. While we search for clear skies, our knowledgeable guides will share fascinating insights about the auroras and the region’s natural beauty. If the Northern Lights appear, our guides will take you to the outside deck for the best viewing option. During the tour, you can relax in our comfortable, modern hybrid-electric vessels with large windows to ensure great viewing options. Enjoy the cozy ambiance of our onboard café, where you can savor hot beverages and snacks.

Embark on a northern lights hunt from Bodø. Travel by bus to a location away from the city lights and into the open wilderness. Watch the sky light up with the northern lights and enjoy the starry sky if the weather is clear. Meet your guide at the Radisson Blu Hotel and board the bus. Travel to a location away from the city lights and into the open wilderness. Park the bus and get outside to experience the real winter cold. The guide will take you to the spots where there is the highest chance to see the lights, based on the forecast. This varies based on clouds, wind, and geomagnetic activity. Stand underneath the northern lights when it is dancing in the sky. If the weather is clear, enjoy the starry sky. If you see little to no northern lights, explore the darkness, cold, and the sometimes harsh and extreme weather this region often has to offer.

Start the tour by meeting your guide at Hurtigruten Quay for a short bus drive to a nearby beach. Arrive at the starting point of the walk and set off together along the shore.  As you stroll, enjoy plenty of opportunities to search for seashells or dip your toe in the refreshing Norwegian sea. Be sure to dress up warm as you feel the wind in your face, and experience the ever-changing Arctic weather. Learn about the history of Norway from the Stone Age until today, and take a closer look at one of the Viking graves in the area.  Explore the local wildlife and if you are lucky you will see the largest bird of prey in Europe - the white-tailed sea eagle. Finally, warm up with a cup of tea towards the end of the tour, before the bus takes you back to the Hurtigruten Quay.

Join a guide who is passionate about wildlife and well-versed in the behaviors and habitats of moose. They will lead you through serene forests and picturesque wetlands, sharing fascinating insights about these gentle giants and the ecosystems they inhabit. Start your tour in Bodø city and drive out of the city and into the countryside. Pass through stunning landscapes with amazing views. This is also a good opportunity to see much of the landscape and the majestic mountains that surround Bodø. Depending on the weather and conditions, drive to areas where moose are often seen. There are areas with a lot of moose around Bodø, and therefore a high chance of seeing them. Search together, look at nature and surroundings, and listen to your guide's commentary along the way.

Welcome to Norways northenmost Via Ferrata, and one of few which let you climb above the sea. Enjoy the spectatular views and watch eagles chasing cormorants. Evening tours in summertime offer the perfect view of the midnight sun, while wintertrips can give great views of the northern lights. The Via Ferrata is located just outside city centre, but still offers the feel of being away from it all. Our via ferrata is quite steep and requires some physical strength. Our guides will always be avialiable for tips or assistance while you are climbing. When arriving at Bratten our guide will meet you and hand out our safety gear as well as giving an introduction to the usage and basics for climbing the via ferrata. After introduction we walk a short hike along stone stairs leading towards the entrypoint at sealevel. When we arrive at the top at approximately 65 meters you can enjoy the majestic views towards the sea and the Lofoten islands in the horizon. We have a minimum of two participants to do the trip