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15 Fjord Waterfall Trips Worth the Detour

35 trips  ·  from $54 a head

Snowmelt peaks in June and the falls that look like threads in September are thunderous then. The 15 below cover the Seven Sisters, Dynjandi, Voringfossen and the rest, priced, with the boat or the road each one needs.

From Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Day Trip by Bus - Meeting the bus at Isafjordur’s cruise dock
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From Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Day Trip by Bus

1.Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Day Trip by Bus

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,484 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $82Our pick

Travel from Isafjordur’s cruise dock by modern bus to Dynjandi, the Westfjords’ great 100-meter waterfall. An English-speaking guide such as Camilla, Sally, or Annalise adds local stories during the one-hour drive. You get 90 minutes at the falls, enough for photos and the uphill path if you wear sturdy shoes.

“I really liked the history the tour guide gave us. Traveling one way to the falls and returning along a different route gave us additional scenery. Also we had a surprise bonus stopping at the Godafos Hotel for Coffee/tea and pastry!”

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Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Tour and Icelandic Farm Visit - Dynjandi: a waterfall built in layers
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Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Tour and Icelandic Farm Visit

2.Dynjandi Waterfall Tour and Icelandic Farm Visit

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,245 reviews · 3.5 - 4 hours · from $154

From Isafjordur’s port, you ride through tunnels and fjords to 100-meter Dynjandi, with time for a steep, rough trail walk. At Gemlufell farm, meet sheep and horses, hear about Icelandic farming, and enjoy coffee, tea, and hjónabandssæla cake. Guides such as Tom, Rachel, Thor, and Brynn are known for lively stories and local lore.

“We had the pleasure to travel with Brynn and her father, the sights were fantastic, the wedding cake and tea/coffee/hot chocolate delicious, I've learned a lot”

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From Eidfjord: Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide - The road through Eio and Måbø Valley
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From Eidfjord: Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide

3.Vøringfossen Waterfall Nature Tour with Guide

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 890 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $105

This 3.5-hour tour takes you from Eidfjord to Vøringfossen, across the Sysen Dam, and onto viewpoints over Måbø Valley. Expect an English-speaking guide, a comfortable bus ride, time for an easy hike, and scenic stops. Guides such as Bas and Sabrina have been praised for lively stories, local insight, and help with photos.

“The fog was heavy but our guide did an excellent job and threw in a couple of extra viewing stops with better visibility. She did an excellent job as she has no control over the weather. She shared valuable insights about the area.”

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Geiranger: Fjord and Waterfalls Sightseeing Boat Trip - Bridal Veil, the Suitor, and the stories on shore
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Geiranger: Fjord and Waterfalls Sightseeing Boat Trip

4.Fjord and Waterfalls Sightseeing Boat Trip

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 879 reviews · 75 minutes - 1.5 hours · from $69

Cruise from Geiranger Harbor into the UNESCO-listed Geirangerfjord for 75 to 90 minutes. You’ll see the Seven Sisters, Bridal Veil, Suitor, steep cliffs, old farms, and possible seabirds or seals. The GuideToGo app supplies commentary in 12 languages. Choose the warm cabin or arrive early for limited open-deck seats.

“It was very nice hot see the falls closely and enjoyed the fjord”

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Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Tour - The drive through the Westfjords
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Isafjordur: Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Tour

5.Dynjandi Waterfall Guided Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 600 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $81

Travel by bus from Isafjordur to Dynjandi, Iceland’s remarkable seven-tier waterfall, with an English-speaking guide. You’ll follow the fjord coast, hear local history and stories, and have about an hour to walk toward the falls. Guides including Rachel, Alan, and Ulfar have earned praise for lively commentary, while the rocky path calls for sturdy shoes.

“Great stuff. Guide British and amazing info. The site is not too crowded like golden circle and if you walk with care to the top you have a feeling of discovery.”

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Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall - Haraldshaugen puts Norwegian history into context
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Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

6.Haugesund Shore Excursion: Åkrafjorden & Langfoss waterfall

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 554 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $108

Travel from Haugesund’s cruise dock to 600-meter Langfoss waterfall, Åkrafjorden, and Haraldshaugen. Your English-speaking guide may be Aline, Lily, Jamie, or another local host, with stories, photo stops, and a short café break along the way. Expect five to six hours in a group of up to 49 people.

“It was a very interesting tour. Christina was very friendly and well informed. She told us also many things about Norway, not only about the Langfossen waterfall. We can highly recommend the tour.”

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Eidfjord: Vøringsfossen Waterfalls Round-Trip Shuttle - Finding the bus near the cruise terminal
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Eidfjord: Vøringsfossen Waterfalls Round-Trip Shuttle

7.Vøringsfossen Waterfalls Round-Trip Shuttle

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 433 reviews · from $54Best value

Take the white Eidfjord Shuttle Bus from the cruise port to Vøringsfossen, Norway’s famous waterfall. You get about 90 minutes at viewing platforms, trails, and the stepbridge above the river, then return to the same meeting point. This is a transfer rather than a guided tour, so bring food, water, and weatherproof clothing.

“Bus from the ship to the waterfall. Very friendly organisers. Clean nice bus that got us there and clear instructions on how to meet to go back to the ship. No guidance and none needed.”

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Bergen: Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion - Fossen Bratte and the waterfall viewpoints
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Bergen: Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

8.Waterfalls of Hardangerfjord Shore Excursion

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 268 reviews · from $101

From Bergen, you’ll follow a scenic route to three waterfalls, including Steinsdalsfossen, where a short path passes behind the falling water. You’ll also stop at Fossen Bratte, visit Norheimsund, view Hardangerfjord and fruit orchards, and hear local stories from an English-speaking guide such as Bas, Bailey, or Salome.

“The tour showed us different waterfalls and the guide was very well versed about them and showed them to the group”

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Bergen: Hardangerfjord & Waterfalls Bus Tour with Apple Pie - The first waterfalls appear before Hardangerfjord
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Bergen: Hardangerfjord & Waterfalls Bus Tour with Apple Pie

9.Hardangerfjord & Waterfalls Bus Tour with Apple Pie

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 205 reviews · 6h 30m · from $157

Travel from Bergen to Hardanger by comfortable coach, with commentary from guides such as Maria or Jan. Stop for waterfalls, Stone Age carvings, Norheimsund, fjord views, and apple cake with coffee or tea. This 6.5-hour trip is a practical choice when you want countryside scenery without committing to a 12-hour fjord excursion.

“It was a beautiful day with unforgettable views and sceneries and our guide Maria was very entertaining and knowledgeable.”

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Eidfjord Guided tour Vøringfossen Waterfall & National Park - The climb through Måbødalen
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Eidfjord Guided tour Vøringfossen Waterfall & National Park

10.Eidfjord Guided tour Vøringfossen Waterfall & National Park

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 147 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $119

Travel from Eidfjord or Ulvik into Måbødalen and across Hardangervidda to Vøringfossen, Norway’s famous waterfall. You’ll have time for viewing platforms or a rugged walk, plus stops at Fossli Hotel, Sysendammen, and the high plateau. Guides such as Salome, Sam, Alexa, Stijn, and Nekane are praised for lively local stories. The group can reach 45 people.

“Salomé is a very friendly guide. She teaches you many things about norvégian lifestyle, culture, nature, etc during the bus trip. She answers all questions. Thanks Salome !”

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Puffin & Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur Port - The long road from Seydisfjordur to Borgarfjordur Eystri
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Puffin & Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur Port

11.Puffin & Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 114 reviews · 5 hours · from $213

Travel from Seydisfjordur to Borgarfjordur Eystri with an English-speaking guide, stopping at Hafnarholmi for close puffin views, Lindarbakki turf house, the fishing village, and Gufufoss waterfall. Guides such as Anna, Berglind, Petra, and Denis have been praised for their stories and warmth. Expect a long but scenic bus ride on winding roads.

“This was a totally wonderful tour. Nothing could be improved… we would recommend it to anyone Eva our guide was especially wonderful and brought every part of Icelandic culture to life. We got to spend exactly the right amount of time in each place. We rep in love with the area and especially the puffins!”

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Geiranger Fjord Boat Tour with Waterfall Tasting - Meeting the white catamaran at Geiranger
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Geiranger Fjord Boat Tour with Waterfall Tasting

12.Geiranger Fjord Boat Tour with Waterfall Tasting

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 98 reviews · 1 hour · from $66

Meet the English-speaking host at Geiranger Hurtigbåtkai and board the white catamaran *MS Keiser Wilhelm*. This one-hour round trip passes the Seven Sisters and the Suitor, then pauses at Friaren for a taste of waterfall water. A bar serves food and drinks, though these cost extra.

“Schöne Tour zu den Sieben Schwestern ( aufgrund der Jahreszeit wenig Wasser), dem Freier und dem Trollgesicht.”

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Bergen: Hardangerfjord, Waterfalls, Culture & Apple pie - Fossen Bratte gives you the raw power
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Bergen: Hardangerfjord, Waterfalls, Culture & Apple pie

13.Hardangerfjord, Waterfalls, Culture & Apple pie

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $161

Travel from Bergen to Hardangerfjord by air-conditioned bus, stopping at three waterfalls, Salthammeren’s Stone Age carvings, and the Hardanger Maritime Centre. You’ll hear local stories, walk behind Steinsdalsfossen, and enjoy coffee or tea with homemade apple pie. Expect a scenic but bus-heavy six-hour outing.

“Beautiful countryside! Loved the waterfalls! And the “best apple cake” was the best apple pie we ever tasted! Great time!”

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Studlagil Canyon and Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur - The one-hour drive to the canyon
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Studlagil Canyon and Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur

14.Studlagil Canyon and Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 58 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $214

Travel from Seydisfjordur to Studlagil Canyon and Gufufoss with an English-speaking guide, about three hours of scenic driving, and time for short walks and photos. Expect a basalt canyon viewpoint reached by roughly 100 to 240 stairs, not a hike into the canyon itself. Air-conditioned transport and WiFi are included, but lunch is not guaranteed.

“There are 240+ steps to enjoy the full experience. Well worth the view once at the lower level viewing. More information on the geology would be appreciated. Not enough time to fully appreciate the site.”

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Puffin Watching and Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur - The drive from Seydisfjordur takes time
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Puffin Watching and Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur

15.Puffin Watching and Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seydisfjordur

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 52 reviews · 5 hours (approx.) · from $214

Ride from Seydisfjordur to Borgarfjordur-Eystri for close puffin viewing at Hafnarhólmi, then visit Bakkagerði, its turf house, Elf Rock, and Gufufoss waterfall. Expect about five hours, long scenic drives, a group of up to 59 people, English guiding, WiFi, and no included lunch. Guides may include Eva, Nicki, Annalise, or Brin Treva.

“We were lucky to have a beautiful day. The scenery was spectacular. Just didn’t see many puffins, wish we would have more time to explore the areas more.”

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