Top 5 Lofoten Half-Day Tours: Reviews & Recommendations

Okay, so you’re thinking about heading to Lofoten, right? That is your plan? And you’re like your trip will only be for half a day? Well, that’s okay. Lofoten, even for just half a day, is, I mean, seriously breathtaking. Actually, I found the place absolutely stunning. Basically, I have hand-picked five super great half-day tours there that I feel really do pack the best that this Norwegian beauty has to offer, into, pretty much, just a few short hours. As a matter of fact, from chilling out in really quaint fishing villages to, pretty much, seriously soaking up those iconic landscapes, I feel there’s something for, pretty much, absolutely everyone. Anyway, let’s check them out, right?

1. Lofoten Islands: 3-Hour Trollfjord Cruise from Svolvær

The thing is, If you like fjords, that is something that you want to do, so this three-hour cruise from Svolvær goes right into the famous Trollfjord. Usually, this means you’re talking seriously towering cliffs and water that’s super still, which, frankly, makes it super peaceful. Well, depending on the tour you decide, there are times when they even let down an underwater drone so everyone can peek at things down below! Alright, if you love animals then you might be seeing sea eagles – that’s, I mean, if you are very lucky that day, okay?. As a matter of fact, just imagine seeing those gorgeous birds circle around, soaring above you and with a crazy view of the stunning fjord, what’s better? Anyway, the tour normally caps out with a small group, so the feel of it will still remain really personal, and you’ll feel pretty special because of it. Oh, that’s a big plus from my experience!

2. Discover Henningsvær: A Guided Walking Tour

Henningsvær, too it’s almost called the “Venice of Lofoten,” and it is one place that I tell you, you have got to see. Right? As a matter of fact, the village has these lanes filled with places where folks create neat art and places where folks like your seafoods or fresh food. Basically, this two-hour tour takes you by the town, plus your tourist guide will share lots of local tales. Okay, as I remember, that bridge shot is the classic spot you see everywhere, so that you got to snap! Also, if you love knowing Lofoten back stories, that tour gives tons, from talking about the life here to knowing, a bit, about why it’s famous. Oh, and I totally suggest you swing by those cafe and try the pastries once you done with the walk! Like your personal Henningsvær walking adventure to taste local food and a scenic exploration.

3. Lofoten: Photography Guiding Day Trip

So, if your camera’s, pretty much, almost always glued to your hand, so this photography tour might just be your cup of tea, right? The thing is, this trip isn’t pinned down to, sort of, just one certain spot; your guide is super into finding out where that superb light will be at that certain time, plus they get to change places depending on it. Typically, this type of outing takes people through a bunch of different scenery spots, from chilled beaches all that way to, more or less, pretty impressive mountain scenery. Okay, it’s designed for any photo person whether they are newbie or pros! Oh yeah, and they have a part to show you photo taking secrets as well; to use different tech stuff in order to click photos. Still, get your photography game up-leveled by an experienced photog! Anyway, what more could you really need!

4. Lofoten Fishing Trip from Svolvær

So, the notion of catching fish, too it’s almost while the water of Norway is all around you? Alright, get fishing now by signing yourself up for this tour! In short, you are being carried out, onto those very special fishing locations from Svolvær where, usually, folks will share things, tell tale about Lofoten. The deal with the captain? They usually give the rundown on tips in catching one while still seeing everything scenic as, clearly, you throw the line there for your chances. That, as a matter of fact, means, I’m almost very sure that you will be going fishing while you get a view also. Anyway, even more – at the end of everything should it be catchable (big or small) normally everyone gets taught how exactly fish become food. What an achievement once doing all that together!

5. Lofoten: Northern Lights Hunt

Well, if, I mean, seeing some Northern Lights gets your world pumping so this adventure will do its thing just perfectly. I tell you, the expert Northern Lights hunters are going see how that Aurora display turns to maximum then from this action pick their very ideal viewing location. Really! Typically, what tends to come includes hot drinks, as well a lot shared info behind that nature light works. Honestly, as an added touch, I personally would see this kind that the expert there really helps tweak those cams of any guest which catches something outstanding too when it happens. Basically, that truly makes them shine (literally)! And yes – don’t hesitate about getting ready by some cold night when seeking those lightings while there are those things they provide that makes everything awesome when getting those rare scenes around up above.