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Ballstad, Norway

Ballstad

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Ballstad

Ballstad, located in the mesmerizing Lofoten Islands of Norway, is a charming fishing village that will steal your heart with its stunning landscapes and friendly locals. Imagine colorful wooden houses huddled together, surrounded by majestic mountains and crystal-clear waters teeming with fish. Here, you can embrace your inner adventurer, explore the beguiling fjords, and enjoy delicious seafood fresh off the boat. Prepare for a picture-perfect paradise!

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5/5
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Lofoten VIP PRIVATE Tour from Leknes city / port

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5/5

Norway Lofoten Private Shore Excursion from Leknes

Welcome to the beautiful islands of Lofoten! This is a private tour, customized for visitors that want to see the best of Lofoten. Your guide, Gunnar, will come and get you at your location in Leknes and you will start exploring Lofoten right away. Sit back and relax in your private car. Here you will have a panoramic view of the dramatic peaks, the crystal- clear water, and the white sandy beaches that are typical for Lofoten. We have planned several stops along the way, and we can make as many extra stops as you want. We will explore the unique landscape, visit beaches ranked as the most beautiful in the world and have a closer look at the small fishing villages where you find the traditional red and yellow wooden fisherman’s cabins. You will have the chance to taste some local food and your guide will tell you about the history of Lofoten and how people now live their lives in this arctic part of the world. Hopefully, we also get to see some wildlife during our drive.

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5/5
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Lofoten Highlights Photo Tour - Henningsvær & Haukland

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Western Lofoten: Winter Hike / Snowshoe Hiking Adventure

Ryten is one of the top winter hiking and snowshoeing destinations in Lofoten. Located in Lofotodden National Park near Fredvang, it offers iconic views of Kvalvika Beach and the dramatic peaks of Moskenes and Flakstad. The route we follow has gentle terrain and no avalanche risk, making it a safe and accessible winter adventure with the right gear and an experienced guide. The hike climbs to 543 meters with over 500 meters of elevation gain. It’s a challenge, but the views from the summit are unforgettable and often the highlight of our guests’ trip to Lofoten. No previous hiking or snowshoeing experience is needed, but you should be comfortable with physical effort and deep snow in some sections along the way.

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Family Snorkeling Tour

Snorkeling is a great way to begin your underwater adventures. It's your chance to start exploring a new and fascinating world with a minimum of equipment and little training. You can see beautiful kelp forests, fields of algae, spectacular jellyfish, urchins and starfish, not to mention large fish species & crabs. Snorkeling is safe, easy and enjoyable for all ages and skill levels. It’s an ideal adventure for families and friends. If you have a friend or family who are certified diver our Snorkeling Trip are conducted with diving programs so you can still enjoy the day together:-)

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Lofoten Roadtrip Full Day Tour from Svolvaer

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Northern lights chase VIP PRIVATE from Svolvaer

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Lofoten Shore Excursion from Leknes: Reine, Hamnøy & Å

Make the most of your time in Lofoten with this cruise-friendly shore excursion from Leknes, designed specifically for cruise passengers. Travel through dramatic Arctic landscapes and visit Lofoten's most iconic locations, including Ramberg Beach, Hamnøy, Reine and Å i Lofoten. Relax in comfortable transportation while your professional local guide shares authentic stories about Lofoten's fishing traditions, Arctic nature and everyday life. Enjoy scenic photo stops, short walks and spectacular viewpoints along the way. With pickup near the cruise port, carefully planned timing and a guaranteed return to your ship, you can simply relax and enjoy one of Norway's most breathtaking destinations. This shared excursion operates with a minimum of 6 participants. If the minimum number is not reached, guests will be contacted in advance and offered an alternative date, an alternative excursion or a full refund.

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5/5
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3- Day Lofoten Top Highlights Photo Tour

Join our unforgettable 3-day guided adventure through the breathtaking Lofoten Islands! From dramatic fjords to hidden beaches, we’ll take you to the most photogenic spots from north to south – all in the comfort of a small group led by a passionate local guide. Whether you're a photography enthusiast or a nature lover, this is the ultimate way to experience Lofoten's top highlights and hidden gems. Just bring your camera – we’ll handle the rest!

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5/5
4 h 30 mins

Discover the Lofoten Islands in French.

What makes my hikes unique isn’t just the scenery – spectacular as it is – it’s the approach. I offer much more than just a walk: a real immersion in Arctic nature, at a human pace, away from crowds and mass tourism. Here, we take the time to observe, listen, feel. A certified mountain guide based in Lofoten, I use more than 15 years of experience and an intimate knowledge of the terrain to create tailor-made itineraries. Each outing is adapted to the weather, your level and, above all, the desire of the moment. The goal: to offer you a personalized, soothing, caring and authentic experience. I prefer small groups (maximum 5 people) to promote exchange, conviviality and a real link with the environment.

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5/5
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Hurtigruten/Havila Full Day Lofoten to Stamsund via Reine/Hamnøy

The only Hurtigruten/Havila excursion that takes you to Reine, Hamnøy, Sakrisøy, Ramberg and the most famous sights in Lofoten, not possible to reach by regular Svolvaer-to-Stamsund schedule. Join us on a full day tour across the magic of one of the most beautiful archipelago in the world. We will pick you up at the port terminal in Stokmarknes and will drive you across all the 5 main islands of Lofoten before ending at the port in Stamsund safely on time to board your ship again. If you travel along the Norwegian coast, don't deprive yourself of the possibility of seeing its most beautiful highlights! And no worries: should your ship arrive late at Stokmarknes, we will wait for you, and we'll rearrange the schedule in order to get you to Stamsund on time. (Tip:) We suggest you build your group of up to 8 by connecting with other passengers on your ship. Note: the tour is available only from Stokmarknes to Stamsund (direction southbound) and not the opposite, for reasons of timing.

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5/5

Private Lofoten Islands Sightseeing Tour with Local Guide

Discover the breathtaking beauty of the Lofoten Islands on a private sightseeing tour tailored for your group of up to 6 individuals. Guided by local expert and photographer Cody Duncan, explore iconic locations such as the scenic village of Reine, Haukland beach, and the picturesque Hamnøy bridge viewpoint. This flexible tour allows you to soak in the stunning mountain landscapes at your own pace, ensuring a personalized experience. Pickup and drop-off are conveniently arranged at Lofoten Havn in Leknes, aligning with your cruise schedule. - Private tour for groups of up to 6 people with a local guide - Visit iconic sites including Reine, Nusfjord, and Haukland beach - Flexible itinerary to enjoy Lofoten’s highlights at your own pace - Coordinated pickup and drop-off at Lofoten Haven, Leknes

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5/5
6 h

Leknes Cruise Port Excursion Reine, Å, Hamnøy Small Group

Between stops, we talk about what life in Lofoten is actually like — the good, the strange, the funny, the chaotic. Overtourism, winter storms, fishing season, why every house is red. This is the side of Lofoten you don't get from a big bus tour. Our guides live here. Lofoten isn't a destination to us, it's home — and that shapes how we run the tour: small groups, minivans instead of buses, and real respect for wildlife, private property, and the people in these villages. Your guide wears a microphone connected to a personal headset for each guest. No gathering around to hear over the wind, no straining at crowded viewpoints. Walk around, take photos, or just enjoy the scenery — and still hear the stories if you want to. Adjust the volume, or take the headset off completely and take in the landscape in silence.

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4.9/5

Lofoten VIP PRIVATE tour from Svolvaer

Treat yourself to a fully private arrangement. Lofoten is a unique place that deserves to be experienced at its fullest, with no rush and a knowledgeable guide at your exclusive disposal. You will enjoy a relaxing panoramic drive along some of the most beautiful views in the world. We will pass by white sandy beaches with emerald waters, deep fjords surrounded by towering peaks, and charming fishing villages characterized by the typical fishermen's red cabins. You will learn the history of "skrei", the migrating arctic cod that has been used for centuries for the production of stockfish. You will have the chance to taste a delicious fish soup or tasty fish burgers. We will take as many photo stops as you want, with no rush and no pressure. You will return to Leknes with your cameras full of photos and your hearts full of memories that you will never forget.

$530.75
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4.9/5
3 h

Unique Scuba Diving Experience

Scuba diving within the Arctic Circle in the Lofoten is an incredible experience. Discover the arctic fauna and flora of these pristine waters. The dive programs are individually suited to our guest’s skill levels and diving qualifications. The dive sites we offer are ideal not only for experienced divers but also for beginners. You can see beautiful kelp forests, fields of algae, spectacular jellyfish, urchins and starfish, not to mention large fish species such as: halibut, cod, wolfish or flounder. In a 'Day Tours' you can choose between 1 dive or 1 diving-day with 2 dives. If you have a friend or family who are not certified diver and would also like to experience arctic water they are welcome to join the “Snorkeling Trip” which is conducted with our diving programs so you can still enjoy the day together:-)

$215.55
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4.8/5
8 h

Private Full Day Sightseeing Tour from Svolvær to Å

We decided to include this category because we want all our traveller friends to have the opportunity to choose the one that best suits their specific needs. If you want to personalize your experience at Lofoten, if you want the intimacy of a unique experience to be shared only and exclusively with your travel companions, your loved ones, and your friends, this is the tour that best suits your needs. This private experience is an idea that can be modified according to your specific needs, your available time and your expectations. Our guide will put their expertise and in-depth knowledge of the area at your disposal to ensure that this day in our company is unique and lives up to your expectations.

$395.35
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4.8/5

Shore Excursion Full day Private Tour in Lofoten

Enjoy one of the most beautiful place in the world with a professional guide; take your time; enrich your knowledge about the islands trough a professional guide's storytelling; take as many photos as you desire; stop wherever you wish; admire the landscape; discover hidden corners; enjoy the beauty with your own guide and friends.; customize your experience. From Leknes to Å, it will be once in a lifetime experience

$471.17
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4.8/5
3 h

First Time Diver Scuba Experience

Never dived before? No problem! Explore Lofoten’s underwater life with your personal instructor. We offer a program which is intended for people who have never experienced Scuba Diving before. The purpose of the dive is to share with you the wonders of the aquatic realm. The first dive is to a maximum depth of 6 meters with your own personal qualified instructor accompanying you. All you have to do is RELAX & ENJOY the beauty of the arctic flora and fauna. Discover Scuba Program is safe and fun: the dive begins with a surface briefing, followed by simple exercises and finally a dive. The instructor is by your side the whole time and will even hold your hand if you feel the need.

$215.55
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4.8/5
7 h

Reine, Hamnøy, Sakrisøy Photo Tour from Svolvær

Take a road trip with us to the pearl in the west of Lofoten. Visit the most beautiful and iconic locations, and Instagram hotspots on this tour from Svolvær.

$167.89
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4.7/5
7 h

From Svolvaer Reine and A Lofoten West Island Full Day Tour

1. Scenic E10 drive to Skagsanden's unique swirling black & white sand. 2. Stunning panoramic views of Reine's peaks and Hamnøy's red cabins. 3. Iconic, bright yellow fishermen's rorbuer on historic Sakrisøy. 4. Step back in time at Å village to explore rich maritime heritage.

$276.17
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