Norway Catamaran Cruises: Our Top 13

1.Tromsø: Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 3 hours · from $198 per person Our pick

Join Brim Explorer for a three-hour evening cruise around Tromsø Island aboard a quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. You’ll enjoy a three-course Arctic meal, heated panoramic saloons, local stories, and deck time beneath the night sky. Guides such as Cristina and Dominica have helped make aurora sightings and photo stops especially memorable.

“Every thing was perfect! The boat itself was very nice, the food was delicious, the staff very warm and welcoming, and the speaker had a wonderful sense of humour, she was terrific! But the best part was that we really got to see the Northern lights. The activity that night was very strong and it was magnificent, magical even. I really hope to have the chance to do it again and I strongly recommend this experience!”

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2.Tromsø: Fjord and Islands Luxury Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 144 reviews · 3 hours · from $208 per person

Board the Arctic Princess beside Scandic Ishavshotel for a three-hour English-language cruise through Tromsø’s fjords and islands. Expect mountain views, warm drinks, thermal suits, light snacks, and fishing gear. On the return, enjoy traditional fish soup, often prepared by the captain.

“Fantastic! Excellent guide, excellent views, excellent fish stew! Do it.”

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3.Arctic Fjordcruise & Safari in Tromso with Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 105 reviews · 3 hours (approx.)

Spend about three hours aboard a small luxury catamaran from central Tromsø. Your captain and local guide may take you toward Rya, Fjellheisen, and historic WW2 sites, while you enjoy fjord views, coffee, snacks, Wi-Fi, and warm suits. Wildlife sightings, fishing, and guide-led stories vary with weather and conditions.

“We had an extremely memorable trip , with amazing scenery, and a fantastic captain. We sailed along the Fjords with a small friendly group. You could stay outside and see the spectacular scenery, and just pop into the cabin for hot drinks and refreshments when you needed some warmth. Would highly recommend this trip. Huge thanks to the captain.”

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4.Andenes: Responsible Whale Watching with Classic Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 86 reviews · 4 hours · from $183 per person

Set out from Andenes Harbor with local crew and marine biologists to search Arctic waters for sperm whales, orcas, dolphins, puffins, and sea eagles. The tour lasts about four hours, includes soup and hot drinks in a heated cabin, and offers free rebooking if no whales or dolphins are seen.

“Malgré une mer agitée, une sortie qui a tenu toutes ses promesses avec 3 baleines observées. Les guides étaient très bien et particulièrement la guide Française qui nous a permis de mieux comprendre les différents types de baleines. Les guides connaissent très bien leur sujet. Despite a rough sea, an outing that kept all its promises with 3 whales observed. The guides were very good and particularly the French guide who allowed us to better understand the different types of whales. The guides know their subject very well.”

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5.Northern Light Cruise With Luxury Catamaran in Tromso, Norway

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 4 hours (approx.)

Set out from Fredrik Langes gate at 8 pm for a four-hour northern lights cruise through Tromsø’s fjords. The small group, limited to eight people, can watch from the open deck or catamaran net, then warm up with coffee, tea, snacks, and supplied suits. Guides including Clement, Nick, Arno, and Håkon have helped guests find the aurora and understand the Arctic around them.

“The captain and crew were very willing to share their stories of Tromso and worked hard to find a view of the Northern Lights despite poor viewing conditions.”

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6.Tromsø: Northern Lights Luxury Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 43 reviews · 3 hours · from $208 per person

Board the Arctic Princess beside Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø for a three-hour Northern Lights cruise. An English-speaking crew takes you onto Norwegian waters, with thermal suits, coffee, tea, snacks, fishing gear, and fish soup included. Watch from the Panorama Saloon or outdoor daybeds, while keeping in mind that clear skies and aurora sightings are never guaranteed.

“Fantastische schipper Piere, ontzettend vriendelijk en werkte hard om je een goede ervaring te geven. Nadat we op de heenweg veel bewolking hadden en niets konden zien, hebben we op de terugweg nog een poging gewaagd op het dek en kregen we een ontzettend mooie Noorderlicht show te zien.”

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7.Fjord Cruise with Luxury Catamaran in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 27 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $214 per person

Set out from central Tromsø at 2 pm for a three-hour catamaran cruise with up to 12 people. Guide and skipper Per may combine fjord views, coastal fishing, Norwegian stories, hot drinks, light refreshments, and fresh fish soup made from the day’s catch. Expect a personal outing, but bring waterproof clothing and be ready for changing sea conditions.

“My family and I had an incredible experience on board. Skipper Per was extremely professional and kind. We managed to catch a few cod and enjoyed the freshest, most delicious fish soup. Even though the weather wasn't ideal for sightseeing, Skipper Per made the trip fulfilling by sharing his passion for the area and telling us Norwegian folk stories. My 9-year-old son says it was the best activity of our trip to Tromsø. It was a welcome break from our city life in Singapore. The boat is stable, clean and well mantained. There is a toilet on board. Light refreshments including hot beverages were provided. Overall we rate it 5…”

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8.Fishing Trip with Luxury Catamaran in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 24 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $241 per person Top rated

Leave Tromsø at 10:00 with a small group of up to 12 people, sailing aboard a catamaran toward local fishing grounds. Skippers such as Per Ståle provide gear and guidance, while the crew prepares your catch as fresh fish soup on the way back. Thermal suits, coffee, tea, snacks, and lunch are included.

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9.Tromsø: Midnight Sun Cruise in a Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 24 reviews · 3 hours · from $188 per person

From the floating jetty beside Scandic Ishavshotel, board a Lagoon 450 for a three-hour cruise through Tromsø’s mountain-framed waters. Captain Per and the English-speaking crew provide thermal suits, coffee, tea, a snack, and traditional fish soup. Relax in the Panorama Lounge, on outdoor daybeds, or on the low sea-level net while watching for the midnight sun.

“Fantastic. 3 hours was fine and included some time for fishing”

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10.Tromsø, Northern Lights and Wilderness Evening Catamaran Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★3.0 · 23 reviews · from $158 per person

Set out from Tromsø at 9pm aboard the comfortable MS Rygerdronningen for a 2.5-hour Northern Lights cruise. An English and Norwegian-speaking guide explains the aurora while you watch from warm panoramic cabins or outdoor decks. Carlo is one guide praised for clear, engaging explanations. A free repeat sailing is offered if no lights appear.

“it was a lovely way to spend an evening and even though we didnt see the lights it was still enjoyable. The lady on the microphone needs to get some brevity training. Her information was fine, but so highly repeated and late at night I think most would have enjoyed more silence, rather than repeated information. All staff were lovely to interact with.”

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11.Tromso: Sightseeing Cruise by Catamaran with Snacks & Drinks

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 21 reviews · 2 hours · from $136 per person Best value

Join Northern Yachting AS aboard the 12-passenger Arctic Eagle beside Scandic Ishavshotell. You will cruise around Tromsø with 360-degree views, seasonal wildlife spotting, local history, coffee, tea, soft drinks, and snacks. English and Norwegian guiding, a heated saloon, four toilets, and binoculars make this a comfortable choice in changing Arctic weather.

“bardzo sympatyczny kapitan, duża dawka informacji, dbał o nasze bezpieczeństwo,”

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12.Midnightsun trip – Luxury Catamaran Arctic Princess

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 9 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $214 per person

Set out from central Tromsø at 10pm for a three-hour cruise aboard the Arctic Princess. A local skipper guides you past islands, mountains, birds, and the city from the water. You can watch from the deck or heated cabin, with soup, snacks, coffee, tea, and water included. The boat carries no more than 12 people.

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13.History Fjordcruise Around The Isle Of Tromso – Luxury Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 8 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $140 per person

Leave Tromsø at 2:00 pm on a luxury catamaran with Captain Håken, circling the island and passing Kvaløya, bridges, and open fjord scenery. You get hot coffee or tea, snacks, safety gear, a heated indoor cabin, toilet, and outdoor viewing areas. The two-hour trip returns to Kaigata 3.

“Excellent tour. Learned a lot of Tromso/Norway history from our captain. Very informative. Would definitely recommend.”

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