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Lofoten Islands guides

Everything to sort out before a Lofoten trip: which month, which airport or ferry, how many days, what it all costs, the villages at the far end, and whether Tromsø would suit you better.

Best Time to Visit Lofoten 2026: Month-by-Month GuideMonth by month: light, aurora, weather and crowds.Read the guide →How to Get to Lofoten 2026: Flights, Ferry & DrivingAirports, the Bodø ferry, the drive and the coastal ship.Read the guide →How Many Days in Lofoten 2026: 3, 5 and 7-Day PlansSample 3, 5 and 7-day plans, and where to sleep.Read the guide →Is Lofoten Expensive? 2026 Costs for Tours, Ferry & FoodTours, ferry, parking, museums, rooms and the 2027 tax.Read the guide →Reine, Hamnøy and Å 2026: Lofoten's Postcard VillagesThe postcard villages: views, hikes, parking and crowds.Read the guide →Lofoten or Tromsø 2026: Aurora, Scenery, Cost & AccessAurora, scenery, logistics and costs side by side.Read the guide →

Tours

Choose your tour

The three tours most people choose between. Every tour has its own page with the start point, the day and what guests say.

Day Tour to Reine, Hamnøy & Å The postcard villages ★ 4.89 hoursFree cancellation

Day Tour to Reine, Hamnøy & Å
Max 8Meal includedAges 12+

A small van with a local guide drives you down the E10 to Hamnøy, Sakrisøy, Reine and Å, with a seafood meal on the way. About 2.5 hours of road each way, and none of it at your wheel.

What's included
  • Local guide and certified driver, 8 guests at most
  • Pickup in Svolvær or Leknes
  • Lunch or dinner at a local restaurant
  • All parking along the route
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
Trip length9 hours Reserve
Silent Trollfjord Cruise from Svolvær Top pick ★ 4.83.5 hoursFree cancellation

Silent Trollfjord Cruise from Svolvær
Electric boatSea eaglesWheelchair access

A quiet electric boat sails about an hour from Svolvær to the narrow Trollfjord, with sea eagles over the cliffs. Warm panoramic lounges, open decks and an underwater drone when the sea allows.

What's included
  • Live guide on board, in English
  • Warm indoor lounges and open decks
  • Underwater drone footage, weather allowing
  • Tap water (food and drinks for sale)
  • Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
Full tour details
Trip length3.5 hours Reserve
Small-Group Northern Lights Night After dark ★ 4.95 hoursFree cancellation

Small-Group Northern Lights Night
Max 8Hotel pickupPhotos

A guide and photographer drives a group of eight to wherever the sky looks clearest. Hot drinks, food, a fire when the weather allows, and your photos by link within 72 hours.

What's included
  • Guide and photographer, 8 guests at most
  • Pickup and drop-off at five Svolvær hotels
  • Warm drinks and food
  • Tripod, camera and head torch to use
  • Full refund if weather cancels the trip
Full tour details
Trip length5 hours Reserve

Plan your date before you go

A quiet electric boat from Svolvær into the Trollfjord, with sea eagles and warm lounges. Free cancellation up to 24 hours before.

Check dates for the silent Trollfjord cruise