Geirangerfjord boat tour from Hellesylt: Seven Sisters waterfall

The boat has both indoor and outdoor seating so you pick where to watch the waterfalls.

A sightseeing boat tour departing from Hellesylt that cruises through Geirangerfjord, a UNESCO World Heritage site, passing the Seven Sisters waterfall, Suitor waterfall, and two mountain farms perched on the cliffs. The captain provides facts and historical context about the fjord and its landmarks. The tour runs roughly 80 minutes with no stops ashore. Audio guides are available in English and German.

Step-by-step itinerary

Geirangerfjord sightseeing boat tour

• Depart from Hellesylt by boat
• Cruise through Geirangerfjord
• View Seven Sisters waterfall
• View Suitor waterfall
• Pass Skageflå mountain farm
• Pass Knivsflå mountain farm
• Enjoy captain's commentary
• Use indoor or outdoor seating

The experience

The boat leaves Hellesylt and heads into Geirangerfjord, where towering mountains and cascading waterfalls line both sides of the water. You'll cruise past the Seven Sisters waterfall, which drops in seven separate streams down the cliffs, and the Suitor waterfall nearby. The captain narrates the journey with information about the area's geology, history and the significance of the fjord as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Two mountain farms (Skageflå and Knivsflå) cling to the steep cliffs along the route. Both are accessible only by foot or boat and show how Norwegian farming communities settled in these dramatic landscapes.

The boat is designed for comfort on the water. Indoor seating keeps you warm and dry if the weather turns. Outdoor decks let you stand in the open air for photos and unobstructed views. An audio guide in English or German plays throughout, so you get context for what you're seeing without relying only on the captain's live narration. The tour is wheelchair accessible, and strollers and prams are welcome for infants and small children. Service animals are permitted.

What’s included

• Cruise through Geirangerfjord with views of Seven Sisters and Suitor waterfalls.
• audio guide in English or German.
• captain narration with facts about the fjord's history and geology.
• all fees and taxes.

Before you book

Days and timesEvery day17 departure times: the first at 11:10, the last at 17:25

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (16 to 90 years) · Child (under 16)

GroupUp to 160

Audio guideEnglish and German

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.

Prices and times updated 3 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by FjordGuiding

Is this one for you?This is a shared boat tour where you watch the fjord and waterfalls from the deck: no hiking or landing involved. It suits anyone who wants to see Geirangerfjord's most famous sights from the water without arranging their own transport or spending a full day on the route.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (under 16).

How long is the Geirangerfjord boat tour from Hellesylt?

The tour runs approximately 80 minutes. It is a cruise with no stops ashore. The boat passes the famous waterfalls and mountain farms but does not land at any of them.

What waterfalls will I see on this Geirangerfjord tour?

You'll pass the Seven Sisters waterfall, which cascades in seven streams down the cliffs, and the Suitor waterfall. Both are among the fjord's most recognizable landmarks and visible from the boat throughout the cruise.

Does the boat have indoor seating?

Yes. The boat is equipped with both indoor and outdoor seating, so you can choose where to sit depending on the weather and your preference for views.

What language are the audio guides available in?

Audio guides are provided in English and German. The captain also narrates the tour live, offering historical and geographical information about the fjord and its landmarks.

Is the boat tour wheelchair accessible?

Yes. All areas and surfaces on the boat are wheelchair accessible, and the boat itself is designed to accommodate wheelchairs. Infants and small children can travel in prams or strollers, and service animals are allowed.