Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo

4.7
(43 reviews)

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

See Oslo from a unique perspective, while kayaking down the beautiful Akerselva River. You might also find a new side to yourself – your wild side! So join us & embrace your inner “Goat” while kayaking through central Oslo, & out onto the wonderful Oslo Fjord. *If your child is under 10 years then we recommend you book our “Akerselva Packraft Tour” which they can join.

Our kayak tour starts in central Oslo at the Nedre Foss Gård Park, which is located beside the famous Mathallen (Food hall). From here we paddle through Grunerløkka, where you will experience an incredible blend of nature and city life - something Oslo is famous for! Continuing our urban kayak adventure we arrive in Grønland - Oslo’s cultural heart! From here we paddle out onto the Oslo Fjord – but first through a 500m long tunnel thats flows underneath the heart of Oslo city!

To end the trip we will paddle out into Oslofjord, past the new Munch Museum & finish beside the Oslo Opera House – an iconic Oslo landmark!

What's Included

Paddling Instructions and Proffessional Guides
We transport your belongings to the tour end-point
Kayaking and Pack-rafting equipment: watercraft, paddle, life jacket & helmet
Rainproof clothes / wet weather gear (dress to suit weather conditions)
Bottled water
Sunscreen and sun glasses
Waterproof phone case/bag (you don’t need but bring if you want)

Meeting and pickup

Meeting point

The tour starts at Nedre Foss Park (Mad Goats Akerselva) beside Mathallen. You will see our van and trailer with all the colourful kayaks! Call 400 80 440 if you get lost! 

End point

We end the tour at the mouth of the Akersleva River, just before it exits into Oslo Fjord. This is in central Oslo and only a 10 minute walk from Oslo Central Station.

Itinerary

Duration: 1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
  • 1
    Akerselva River

    We start the trip on the Akerselva River in central Oslo

    20 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 2
    Oslo

    We paddle through central Oslo

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 3

    The Akerselva winds its way through Grunerlokka, Oslós cultural centre

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4

    We paddle out of the tunnel and find ourselves in Bjørvika, Oslos central waterfront district

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5

    We now paddle down the Akerselva canal past the new Munch Museum

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 6
    Oslofjord

    Now it is time to paddle onto the wonderful Oslofjord, where we get to view central Oslo from the water

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 7
    Oslo Opera House

    We finish the tour by paddling over to the spectacular Oslo Opera House which is best viewed from the seat of a kayak. After this it is time to paddle back to the mouth of the Akerselva River where the van and trailer is parked. We hope you had a great kayak trip with us!

    20 minutes Admission ticket free

Additional info

  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Supplied by Mad Goats Norway

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Historical Tours
Kayaking Tours
Float Trips
Water Tours
Excellent Quality
Adventure Tours
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Low Last Minute Supplier Cancellation Rate
Short term availability

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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