Geirangerfjord silent cruise: 2 hours, no engine noise

Drift through the fjord without the rumble of an engine

A 2-hour silent cruise on Geirangerfjord departs from Geiranger village aboard a hybrid-electric vessel, passing The Seven Sisters and The Bridal Veil waterfalls while an audio guide narrates the fjord's history and wildlife. The boat is wheelchair accessible with indoor and outdoor viewing areas, and the audio guide is available in 12 languages.

Step-by-step itinerary

Silent cruise on Geirangerfjord

• Start boat tour at Geiranger harbour
• Cruise silently along UNESCO Geirangerfjord
• Pass and listen to stories at The Seven Sisters waterfall
• View and photograph The Seven Sisters waterfall
• See abandoned Skageflå mountain farm
• View Friaren (The Suitor) waterfall opposite The Seven Sisters

The experience

The boat leaves from Geiranger harbour and runs entirely on battery power, so you hear only water and wind as you move through this UNESCO World Heritage site. The silence changes what you notice: the sound of waterfalls carries across the fjord, and the boat can approach the falls close enough for real photographs without the vibration and noise of a diesel engine. You'll pass The Seven Sisters waterfall, where the audio guide tells you the story of the falls and the abandoned Skageflå farm perched impossibly high on the cliff above. On the opposite bank sits Friaren, The Suitor, a split waterfall that frames a rock face shaped like a bottle.

The audio guide comes in 12 languages, so you follow the commentary at your own pace through a headset or your phone. The boat has both indoor and outdoor seating, and the deck is spacious enough to move around and find the angle you want for photographs. Wheelchair users can board and move through the vessel, and the tour suits all fitness levels since you're sitting the entire time. The 2-hour round trip means you're back in Geiranger by early afternoon, leaving time to explore the village or take a bus onward.

What’s included

• A 2-hour cruise aboard a hybrid-electric vessel.
• audio guide in 12 languages.
• close views of The Seven Sisters and The Bridal Veil waterfalls.
• access to indoor and outdoor viewing decks.
• wheelchair-accessible seating and movement areas.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 19 May 2027

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AgesAdult (16 and older) · Child (5 to 15 years) · Infant (under 5)

GroupUp to 100

Audio guideEnglish, Spanish, French, German, Italian, Chinese, Czech, Japanese, Korean, Norwegian and Polish

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.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 13 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Ålesund/Geiranger Fjordservice AS

Is this one for you?The audio guide lets you follow the fjord's history and wildlife at your own pace in your choice of language, so you don't need to speak Norwegian or rely on a live guide's schedule to understand what you're seeing.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (5 to 15 years); Infant (under 5).

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I take photos of The Seven Sisters and The Bridal Veil from the boat?

Yes. The boat slows down as it passes The Seven Sisters, giving you time to photograph the waterfall and listen to its story through the audio guide. The close approach and silent running mean you can shoot without engine vibration, and the outdoor deck offers unobstructed views of both major waterfalls.

What languages is the audio guide available in?

The audio guide is available in 12 languages: English, Spanish, Italian, French, and 8 others. You listen through a headset or your own phone, so you can pause and replay sections as the boat moves through the fjord.

How do I get to Geiranger to catch this cruise?

The boat departs from Geiranger harbour in the village center. Public transportation options are available nearby if you're arriving from Andalsnes or another town in the region.

Is this cruise suitable for someone in a wheelchair?

Yes. The boat is wheelchair accessible with spacious indoor and outdoor viewing areas, so you can board and move around to find the best vantage points for the waterfalls.

What is Skageflå farm, and will I see it on the cruise?

Skageflå is an abandoned mountain farm built on a cliff high above the fjord. You'll see it from the boat as you pass, and the audio guide explains how people managed to build and live in such a remote location.