Sea Eagle Rib Safari Trollfjord

Lofoten

Sea eagle RIB boat safari from Svolvær in Lofoten

Svolvær

Deep Sea Lofoten Fishing Trip

Evening Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Popular activities in Lofoten

Nature Kayak Safari from Henningsvær

Guided kayak nature safari from Henningsvær in Lofoten

Henningsvær

Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Experience Lofoten on a guided tour on crystal clear waters

Kayaking in Lofoten

Danai Christopoulou

Why Lofoten is one of the best places for kayaking

Robyn Roste

3 Ways to Experience Trollfjorden in Lofoten

Danai Christopoulou 

6 tips to improve your kayaking skills and experience

Kenneth Kiesnoski

Kayaking: each paddle brings a wealth of health

Tips to experience Lofoten from the ocean side

Fishing Trip Adventure and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Go on a deep fishing trip in the Lofoten sea and spend 2 nights by the sea side at Scandic Svolvær

Trollfjorden RIB and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Explore the dramatic Trollfjorden in Lofoten by RIB and spend your nights at Scandic Svolvær Hotel

Kayaking Adventure and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Kayaking tour in Lofoten combined with 2 nights by the seaside at Scandic Svolvær

Scandic Hotel packages

Ina Cristine Helljesen

Tips for northern lights photography

Fishing in Lofoten - ingrained in the island culture and lifestyle

Myths and legends about the northern lights

Capture the magical light in Lofoten

Lofoten Northern Lights Photo Tour

Witness the Aurora Borealis in Lofoten - one of the world’s most fantastic natural phenomena

Deep Sea Lofoten Winter Fishing Trip

Traditional deep sea fishing trip during the legendary seasonal fishery

Winter Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Kayak through the crystal clear waters of Svolvær in the midst of winter

Winter activities in Lofoten

Experience Lofoten: Home to the world-famous Henningsvær Stadium

Kenneth  Kiesnoski

7 Lofoten villages at a glance

Danai Christopolous

10 things you may not know about the Lofoten Islands

Ina-Cristine Helljesen

10 photos that make you want to visit the Lofoten Islands

Lofoten tips and inspiration

A standout destination in a land of ultimate natural beauty, the Lofoten archipelago is a must for anyone looking to connect with the land, sea and locals of Northern Norway.Austvågøy, Vestvågøy, Flakstadøy, Moskenesøy. The main islands of Lofoten may have tongue-twisters for names but by the time you leave, they’ll all roll off your tongue — as you sing their praises. Each isle boasts its unique charms, but the entire chain is linked by a network of modern roads, bridges and tunnels.&nbsp;Revel in views of majestic mountains, bucolic pastures, tidy towns and crystal-clear coves lined with Lofoten’s iconic red rorbuer cabins.Winter or summer, in fact, locals and visitors alike make sure to get outside. Lofoten’s largest town — Svolvær — may lie 169 km (105 mi) north of the Arctic Circle, but the islands enjoy warmer than expected weather. You can thank the Gulf Stream for that. <a href="https://gofjords.com/experiences/norway/lofoten/fishing-trip-from-svolvaer.319">Fishing trips</a>, whale and <a href="https://gofjords.com/experiences/norway/lofoten/sea-eagle-rib-safari-trollfjord-from-svolvaer.321">sea eagle safaris</a>, <a href="https://gofjords.com/experiences/norway/lofoten/kayaking-trip-from-svolvaer.318">kayaking excursions</a> are all on the menu —&nbsp; and in the summer, at all hours. That’s when the midnight sun reigns in the sky, day and night, never setting from the end of May till mid-July. Come fall, winter and spring, Lofoten’s other signature celestial attraction — <a href="https://gofjords.com/experiences/norway/lofoten/northern-lights-chasing-from-svolvaer.327">the Northern Lights</a> — take center stage. Ghostly wisps and curtains of colored polar lights regularly dance overhead in the nighttime light show of a lifetime.All that Arctic light and spectacular scenery has drawn generations of artists from across the globe. Need a break from all the natural beauty on display? Satisfy cultural cravings at Lofoten’s many galleries and exhibition spaces.Stunning scenery. Exciting excursions. Cultural encounters. All await in Lofoten.&nbsp;If Lofoten is on your travel itinerary, you have come to the right place. Stick with us and have fun adventuring!&nbsp;<h4>Population: 24,500 Region: <a href="https://gofjords.com/destination/welcome-to-northern-norway">Northern Norway</a> County: Nordland Largest town: <a href="https://gofjords.com/inspiration/norway/7-lofoten-villages-at-a-glace.2WzjxDeUySYSxoI668Zo">Svolvær</a> (pop. 4720)</h4>

A standout destination in a land of ultimate natural beauty, the Lofoten archipelago is a must. Find out why

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Want otherworldly landscapes? Outdoor adventure? Viking heritage? Postcard-perfect villages? The stunning Lofoten Islands — rising from the Norwegian Sea like a rocky crown studded with scenic jewels — have it all in spades.

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Sea Eagle Rib Safari Trollfjord

Deep Sea Lofoten Fishing Trip

Evening Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Kayaking in Lofoten

Evening Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Nature Kayak Safari from Henningsvær

Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Tips to experience Lofoten from the ocean side

Scandic Hotel packages

Fishing Trip Adventure and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Trollfjorden RIB and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Kayaking Adventure and 2 nights at Scandic Svolvær

Capture the magical light in Lofoten

Winter activities in Lofoten

Lofoten Northern Lights Photo Tour

Deep Sea Lofoten Winter Fishing Trip

Winter Kayak Safari in Svolvær

Lofoten tips and inspiration