Lysefjord and Pulpit Rock cruise from Stavanger: Hybrid boat

See Pulpit Rock from the water instead of the hiking trail

A 3.5-hour sailing cruise from Stavanger through Lysefjord on a hybrid boat, passing under Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), Vagabonds Cave and a tall waterfall while a guide shares the fjord's stories and points out wildlife. The boat is wheelchair accessible, has WiFi and an onboard café, and departs directly from Stavanger.

Step-by-step itinerary

Cruise Lysefjord and see landmarks

• Depart Stavanger towards Lysefjord
• Sail through Lysefjord
• Visit Vagabonds Cave
• Sail under Pulpit Rock
• See the 75-meter whiskey waterfall
• Enjoy onboard cafe and watch for wildlife

The experience

You board in Stavanger and sail into Lysefjord, one of Norway's most famous fjords. The boat is a hybrid, which means quieter passage through the water and less fuel burn. A detail that matters when you're watching for sea eagles and mountain goats. The crew keeps an eye out for wildlife throughout the cruise, and the guide shares the history and geography of the fjord as you move through it. The first stop is Vagabonds Cave, a narrow outcrop carved into the fjord wall where the guide explains what drew people to shelter there.

Then you sail under Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), the rock formation that towers over 600 meters above the water. From the boat, you see it from an angle most hikers never do. The sheer scale of it becomes clearer when you're looking up from below. Afterward, the boat approaches the 75-meter "whiskey" waterfall, and the guide explains the name. You can grab a snack or drink from the onboard café while the boat turns back toward Stavanger. The whole cruise takes 3.5 hours.

The boat has a restroom, air conditioning and WiFi onboard. It's wheelchair accessible, and infants can travel in a pram or stroller. The guide speaks English and narrates throughout. If you want to see Pulpit Rock and the fjord without a multi-hour hike, this is the way to do it. You get the same landmark from a different vantage point, and the water route reaches places the hiking trail doesn't.

What’s included

• Hybrid boat cruise through Lysefjord.
• English-speaking guide.
• stops at Vagabonds Cave, under Pulpit Rock and at the whiskey waterfall.
• onboard café with snacks and drinks.
• WiFi.
• restroom.
• air conditioning.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 19 Apr 2027

Book up toStart time

AgesAdult (18 and older) · Youth (12 to 17 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 120

Live guideEnglish

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 14 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortWheelchair accessibleAccessible transportStroller-friendlyPets welcomePublic transport nearby

Operated by Brim Explorer

Is this one for you?You're on a boat the whole time watching the fjord unfold, not hiking to Pulpit Rock yourself. This suits anyone who wants to see the landmark without a steep climb or multi-hour trek, or who has limited time in Stavanger and wants the fjord and the rock in a single afternoon.

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Top questions

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Youth (12 to 17 years); Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

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 see Pulpit Rock clearly from the boat?

Yes. The boat sails directly under Pulpit Rock (Preikestolen), and you see the 600-meter rock formation towering above you from the water: a view hikers on the trail don't get.

What wildlife might I see on the Lysefjord cruise?

The guide watches for sea eagles, mountain goats, porpoises and birdlife throughout the cruise. Wildlife sightings are not guaranteed, but the crew keeps an eye out the whole time.

How long is the cruise from Stavanger?

The cruise takes 3.5 hours total, including time at Vagabonds Cave, under Pulpit Rock, and at the whiskey waterfall before returning to Stavanger.

Is there food and drink available on the boat?

Yes. An onboard café serves snacks and drinks during the cruise, so you can have something while sailing back to Stavanger.

Can I bring a wheelchair or stroller on this cruise?

The boat is wheelchair accessible and infants can travel in a pram or stroller. Service animals are also allowed onboard.

What language does the guide speak?

The guide speaks English and shares stories and history of Lysefjord throughout the cruise.