Oslo Nature Walks: Island Hopping

Explore Oslo’s fjord islands: hike, swim, and discover historic sites with a local guide. Perfect for nature lovers and adventure seekers.

Duration: 4 hours, 15 minutes
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Hovedoya - Historic monastery, nature reserve
  • Gressholmen Island - Wildlife and bird sanctuary, site of Oslo’s inaugural airport
  • Oslofjord - Island with cabins
What's Included
  • Public transportation ticket for use on the ferries (can also be used after the tour)
  • Guided tour
What's Not Included
  • Lunch (picnic stop included from April-September, bring your own lunch)
Additional Information

Please be aware that from April to August, this tour lasts 4 to 4.5 hours and includes visits to 3 islands. From September to March, the tour duration is 3 to 3.5 hours, with visits to 2 or 3 islands, depending on weather conditions and the boat schedule.
Experience the breathtaking islands of the Oslofjord by hopping on and off ferries to explore the…

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Erin_m
Oct 16, 2025
I would do it again! - I did this with my 22 year old daughter and we absolutely loved the tour and our tour guide Kat!!! Beautiful islands, great information, and gorgeous views. Thank you!!!
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Andreabb7885di
Oct 14, 2025
Great tour! - Fun morning learning about and seeing two islands off Oslo mainland. The tour was fun and informative. The tour guides John and Giovanni were knowledgeable and made it an even better experience.
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Rlesme
Oct 13, 2025
Fun & Informative - Great Experience! Great guide! Mikala was awesome! Stopped at 3 islands with different genesis. Each have different background and relation to Norway, Oslo. The Cabin Island, The monastery, the original airport, all had different stories
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Hay997
Oct 13, 2025
Amazing, definitely worth it - Absolutely loved this tour! Our guide was Paul, he was very knowledgeable and a great tour guide. The islands themself was beautiful and everything ran smoothly. Wish it would’ve been a bit longer but that’s just because I was enjoying it.
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440rutag
Oct 12, 2025
Wonderful - Gorgeous panoramas with an excellent guide Kate who took good care of the group and told as many interesting stories and facts.
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Jamie
Oct 10, 2025
Amazing experience - Jon was truly amazing. He was so knowledgeable and clearly loves what he does. It was so nice to get out of the city and see some nature. I would highly recommend booking this activity.
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Sheila_h
Oct 7, 2025
A guide on the island adds so much more to the visit ! - Patrick (Hovedoya) and Jon (Lindoya) both did a great job ! I also bought a 24 hour ferry ticket so then explored Gressholmen on my own.
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Melissa_p
Oct 6, 2025
Wonderful day walking... - Wonderful day walking around 2 islands near Oslo. We really enjoyed the beauty of the islands and the great information provided by our guide Shak. Would definitely recommend!
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Kandidly_kate
Oct 2, 2025
Excellent day trip in nature close to Oslo - I had a great time with Jon! He was funny and knowledgeable, spent lots of time during the trip teaching us about the history of the area. He gave excellent advice on places to eat and things to do outside of the tour. We spent a perfect amount of time on each island and went to all the nice viewpoints. I really enjoyed the second island for all of the adorable cabins- I loved how the colours stood out against the landscape and looked great with the fall foliage. It was a small group so it felt like a very personal experience.
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Julia_l
Oct 10, 2025
Very informative tour... - Very informative tour with insight into things that you certainly won't otherwise experience. As always in Norway, the price is of course quite high...
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Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).