Norway Catamaran Cruises: Our Top 5

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 Best value

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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