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Private boat · City river & open fjord

River & Fjordin one journey

Begin between Trondheim's colourful river wharves, pass through the historic canal and continue onto the fjord. A private 90-minute voyage that connects the city's intimate waterways with its wide coastal horizon.

Guests aboard a traditional wooden boat beside Trondheim's colourful river warehouses
✦ Private · Up to 12 guests
Duration1.5 hours
FormatPrivate boat
CapacityUp to 12 per boat
PriceNOK 7,465 per boat
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The experience

From the city's quiet river to the open Trondheim Fjord

This is the complete Trondheim-by-water experience. Your private journey starts at Ravnkloa in one of our traditional clinker-built wooden boats. We follow the canal and Nidelva past historic wharves, Bakklandet and the city's river landmarks before turning back toward the harbour and the wider fjord.

As the river opens to the sea, the atmosphere changes. The city settles behind you, the horizon grows and Trondheim's relationship with the coast becomes clear. The route is shaped by wind, tide and conditions, with possible views toward Munkholmen and the surrounding fjord.

Two landscapes, one voyage

The route follows the conditions.

The river is sheltered and intimate; the fjord can be fresh and lively. Your skipper chooses the safest and most enjoyable route for the day. The changing weather is not outside the experience—it is part of travelling in a traditional open boat.

River and fjord together

Experience both sides of Trondheim's maritime story without choosing between them.

Your own private boat

The experience is reserved for your group, with room for up to twelve guests per boat.

Living coastal heritage

Travel in a clinker-built wooden boat and help keep a thousand-year Nordic tradition in active use.

Local skipper and host

Hear stories of the city, river, boats and coast from people who work on these waters.

Your 90-minute journey

Meet at RavnkloaFind your skipper at the right-hand pontoon beside the Last Viking statue.
Enter the canalSettle into the boat as Trondheim's harbour and maritime history unfold.
Explore the NidelvaSee the wooden wharves, Bakklandet and the city from water level.
Continue onto the fjordPass from sheltered waterways toward wider views, fresh air and the coastal horizon.
Return to RavnkloaComplete the private journey in the heart of Trondheim.
Before you go

Practical information

Meeting point

  • Ravnkloa, Munkegata 66
  • Right-hand pontoon facing the water
  • Benches by the Last Viking statue
  • Not the Munkholmen ferry
  • Arrive 10–15 minutes early

What to wear

  • Dress for an open wooden boat
  • Windproof outer layer
  • Warm layer for the fjord
  • Rain jacket when showers are forecast
  • Flat, practical footwear

Groups & capacity

  • Up to 12 guests per boat
  • Three boats available
  • Up to 36 guests across the fleet
  • Private companies and cruise groups welcome
  • Timing arranged for your group
Questions & answers

Good to know

Is the price per person or per boat?

The price is NOK 7,465 for one private boat with space for up to 12 guests.

What is the difference from the one-hour River Cruise?

The 90-minute River & Fjord Cruise combines the canal and Nidelva with time beyond the harbour on Trondheim Fjord. It is a private experience arranged for your group.

Will we always pass Munkholmen?

Not necessarily. Wind, waves, tide and river conditions determine the best route. The skipper adapts the journey while aiming to give you both river and fjord perspectives.

Are the boats covered?

No. Our traditional boats are open, giving you uninterrupted views. Sheepskins and blankets are available, and guests should dress for the day's weather.

Can you take more than 12 guests?

Yes. We can operate up to three traditional boats for a total capacity of 36 guests, subject to boat and skipper availability.

What happens if weather prevents the tour?

Safety comes first. If we cancel due to unsuitable conditions, we will offer a new time or a full refund. When possible, the skipper may adapt the route while keeping the experience enjoyable.

Private boat · River stories · Fjord horizon

One city.
Two waterscapes.

Follow Trondheim from its colourful riverfront to the open coast in the boat tradition that has connected them for centuries.

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