Guide to Lofoten

Tours in Lofoten

that go beyond photo stops

We’re a small Reine-based company that specializes in guided sightseeing and hiking tours. Most visitors see Lofoten. Our guests understand it. Not sure what to book? Tell us your dates and we’ll suggest the best for your trip.

5.0 (160+ reviews)

Private Sightseeing

From 9900 NOK / group

Private Hiking Tours

from 7900 NOK / group

Private Aurora Tours

from 8,990 NOK / group

From Svolvaer: Full day Sightseeing to Reine, Hamnøy & Å

1790 NOK per person

From Reine: Moderate/Challenging Snowshoe Hike to Ryten

2300 NOK per person

From Reine: Easy/Moderate Snowshoe Hike

1990 NOK per person

From Gravdal Port: Lofoten Shore Excursion to Reine

2450 NOK per person

Why explore Lofoten with us? Because we live here.

We know these crazy Lofoten roads

Lofoten's roads are narrow and winding, barely wide enough for two cars to pass, crowded with campervans in summer and genuinely dangerous with ice and snow from late September through April. We drive them every day, in every condition, and know exactly when a route is safe and when it isn't. You just hop in from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point and leave the driving, and the decisions, to us.

We explain what you're seeing

Most visitors leave Lofoten having hiked past plenty of beautiful things without knowing what any of it means, why the fish-drying racks stand empty for half the year, how people actually lived here and still do. Your guide explains it as you go, not a script, just real answers to whatever you're curious about. A few hours with us and you leave understanding the region, not just having seen it.

We change plans so you don't have to

Tunnel or road closure ahead? We reroute and take you somewhere else instead of waiting in line. Cloudy and foggy over Reinefjorden? We check the radar and go where the weather actually makes sense that day. No parking in Reine? We take you to a quieter spot first and circle back later. The plan moves with the day, not the other way around.

We pick you up

We collect you from your accommodation or a nearby meeting point. No stressing about narrow mountain roads, no fighting for parking at trailheads. You just hop in and enjoy the scenery from the start.

We take you where the buses don’t go

Our guests keep telling us that they would never have found these places on their own. After years of living here, we know the quiet beaches, the hidden viewpoints, and the spots where you won’t see another tourist. That’s where we take you.

We go beyond the tour

Bad weather? We’ll have hot cocoa and biscuits ready in the car. Road closure ahead? We’ll reroute your whole trip so you don’t miss your flight.

By the time we drop you off, you’ll know where to eat, what to hike next, and where to watch the northern lights from your doorstep. See all our tours

Who we are · Guide to Lofoten

We live here. That's the whole point.

Guide to Lofoten is Radka and Ivar, a Czech-Norwegian couple based in Reine, western Lofoten. We moved here because we fell in love with the place. We stayed because we couldn’t imagine living anywhere else. ❤️

We used to guide every tour ourselves. As our family and our business keep growing, that’s become harder to do day to day, so we’ve built a small team of guides we trust completely. We still run things the way we’d want to be guided ourselves: small groups, no rushing, no script, and complete flexibility around what’s actually happening that day.

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Most days, you’ll be guided by Marek, Maciej, Tomáš, Maria, or Ondra, though Radka and Ivar still guide tours themselves too. Everyone lives in or around Lofoten, and everyone works the same way.

Here’s what makes a Lofoten tour with us different:

We hold every permit and insurance policy required to guide in Lofoten. That shouldn’t be worth mentioning, but with some operators here, it apparently is.
We didn’t start as a guiding company, we started by helping people plan their Lofoten trips. These days it’s tempting to think an AI itinerary can do the same job. It can’t, not for a place that changes as fast as this one does, so we still plan every private tour ourselves.
We’ll tell you honestly when something isn’t worth it for other reasons, during the planning stage, not just on the day. That famous photo of the football field in Henningsvær, for instance, can only be taken from a drone, and locals aren’t exactly thrilled about how many drones now fly over their town because of it.

But don't take our word for it

We could tell you we’re awesome at running guided tours in Lofoten, but real guests already have, in their own words, on Google and TripAdvisor. So, check it out!

    
 
 
      Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Fantastic day tour covering so much ground but so many beautiful views, and our guide Thomas leading us to the most beautiful spots and tasty food options! I loved this experience and would highly recommend!
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. We could really feel our guide Tomas’s passion for his job, as he explained the science behind northern lights through the most understandable ways and played traditional northern folk music in the van. On top of all of this, he was as thrilled about the appearance of aurora as we were despite having witnessed it countless times. He knew exactly where to go and how to take successful photos with the northern lights. Overall, the guide stayed truly professional and care-taking throughout the entire trip. Highly recommend!!!! (We witnessed very clear aurora in late August btw, do believe in low chances!)
  
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     Judy Xin-Ai Wu 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Marek was excellent, very knowledgeable, sense of humour and great insight into local life in Lofoten.
  
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     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. If you are looking for a tour with stops and short walks at a few beautiful beaches, Hamnøy, Sakrisøy, Reine and Å, then the 'Sightseeing tour to Reine and Å from Svolvær' is just what you want to experience! Small group and a great guide!
  
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     Danny Stuer 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. : We had a wonderful time with Guide to Lofoten! Our guide, Marek, was fantastic—friendly, knowledgeable and genuinely passionate about Lofoten. He showed us beautiful places, shared interesting stories and made the whole experience relaxed and enjoyable for our family. Even though we had to finish the tour a little earlier than planned because of the weather condition, it was one of the highlights of our trip to Norway. We left with amazing memories and a real appreciation for this beautiful part of the world. Thank you, Marek, for such a special day. We would happily recommend Guide to Lofoten to anyone looking for a personal and unforgettable experience! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
  
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     Maria Shemyakina 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. What a truly magical experience with the Guide to Lofoten team! A huge thank you to Ivar and Radka for meticulously customizing our journey from Lofoten all the way to Tromsø. Every detail was thoughtfully planned, making our trip seamless and unforgettable. Ivar responded to all our questions in a consistently professional and kind manner, and both Ivar and Radka kindly took the time to see us off, which was a very thoughtful and much-appreciated gesture. Special appreciation goes to our wonderful guide, driver, and friend, Marek (Mark). His professionalism, responsibility, and warm personality made all the difference. He took us along the most breathtaking scenic routes, shared his local knowledge, and ensured we were comfortable and well taken care of throughout the journey. From the stunning landscapes to the exceptional service, every moment exceeded our expectations. We thoroughly enjoyed this incredible adventure and would highly recommend Guide to Lofoten to anyone planning to explore this spectacular part of Norway. Once again, thank you—tusen takk! 🇳🇴
  
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     Grace Koo 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Mareck is an informative & patient guide. Willing to show the best spots for photo shoots.
  
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     Ai Lin Yong 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Our guide, Marek, was amazing! He took us everywhere and explained every place we visited in a very professional, knowledgeable, and engaging way. His passion, friendliness, and attention to detail made the experience truly enjoyable. We learned so much and had a wonderful time. Thank you, Marek , for making our trip so memorable!
  
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     Ivy Koo 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. Thanks to Mr Marek, our tour manager in Lofoten. It was an amazing experience and highly recommended
  
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     Cy Tay 
 
 
 
 
     Trustindex verifies that the original source of the review is Google. I spent two amazing days with Marek as my guide, and it was hands down, the best part of my two weeks in Norway!  Marek's knowledge of the area, history and ability to get us into places to see them during times that were not filled with people was awesome.  I spent the next 5-days with my hiking group treating them to as much knowledge as I could from those two days.  I HIGHLY recommend Marek as your guide of choice should you ever find yourself in the Lofoten Islands of Norway.  Absolutely the best money spent!
  
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     Michelle

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