Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo

4.7
(62 reviews)
Oslo, Norway

1 hour 30 minutes (approximately)
Offered in: English

See Oslo from a unique perspective, while kayaking or pack-rafting down the beautiful Akerselva River and out on the incredible Oslofjord, finishing conveniently in central city on the Oslo waterfront, nearby the Munch Museum and Oslo Opera House.

Mad Goats was the original founder of the famous Akerselva Tour over 10years ago in Oslo and are well known for showing people an awesome time on the water.

Why choose Mad Goats?
- We transport your belongings to the trip end point in our vehicle making logistic smooth & easy.
- We have double packrafts if you want to paddle together or with young children.
- We take photos & share them for free after the tour.

Our tour starts at the Nedre Foss Gård Park, located beside the famous Mathallen. From here we paddle through Grunerløkka, experiencing an incredible blend of nature and city life. Continuing our urban adventure we arrive in Grønland, before paddling through a 500m long tunnel thats exits onto the fjord - hope you are excited!

What's Included

Free Photos: we take photos on the trip and share them with you for free
Paddling Instructions and Proffessional Guides
We provide double packrafts (inflatable kayaks) so you can paddle together or with your children
We transport your belongings to the tour end-point
Kids under 10 go for free (must go together with caregiver in a packraft)
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
Oslo Opera House

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
    Grunerlokka

    The Akerselva winds its way through Grunerlokka, Oslós cultural centre

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 4
    Barcode Oslo

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

    10 minutes Admission ticket free
  • 5
    Munch

    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

  • Wheelchair accessible
  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
  • Service animals allowed
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
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Cancellation Policy

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