A group of kayakers exploring the canals in Alesund
Kayak paddling in Ålesund
alesund Norway HGR 162772 Photo Tommy Simonsen 1920

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See the picturesque town of Ålesund from a completely different perspective as you glide along the waterways in a kayak, led by certified guides with extensive local knowledge.

Highlights

Discover Ålesund from a unique perspective on a kayak

Explore this beautiful coastal town and admire its distinctive Art Nouveau architecture

Learn about Ålesund’s fascinating history and remarkable transformation

Hear stories and local insights from experienced guides

How it works

We’ll meet our guides in downtown Ålesund and get fitted with all the necessary equipment. After a safety briefing, we’ll paddle out onto the water for an unforgettable kayaking tour of the city, stopping at several locations for photos.

Dating back to the Viking Age, Ålesund is renowned throughout Norway and beyond for its distinctive architecture. After a devastating fire destroyed much of the town in 1904, it was rebuilt in the popular Art Nouveau style. As we paddle along the waterfront, you’ll see elegant buildings and hear fascinating stories about the city’s history and heritage from our local guides.

Practical information

Activity level

Challenging: Good mobility and fitness needed

Group size

Groups up to 24 guests

Availability

Winter

Transport

Walking

Food & drink

No food or drink included

What to bring

Comfortable shoes, warm and windproof clothing

Good to know

Minimum age is 12 years

Voyages with this excursion

This excursion is available on selected Hurtigruten voyages along the Norwegian coast. Explore all voyages.

Available: Winter

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Frequently asked questions

Answers to the questions our guests ask most often

If an excursion is not fully booked, any remaining slots will be available for purchase on board through your Expedition Team. These will be charged in Norwegian Kroner at your ship’s exchange rate.  

However, to ensure yourself a spot, we recommend booking in advance.

You will be able to view them all by logging into your booking here.

If you booked through a travel agent, you can reach out to them for this information.

Yes, you will get a full refund to your original payment method. If that's not possible, we will reach out to check your payment details.

Each of our excursions has a rating to illustrate the level of fitness required. There are four categories, with 1 being the easiest and 4 the most difficult.

Level 1 = Easy: suitable for most

Excursions at this level are physically undemanding and suitable for most people.

Level 2 = Moderate: some mobility needed

Excursions in this category involve a small amount of physical activity, but on easy terrain with few major challenges.

Level 3 = Active: good mobility needed

Excursions in this category are more active and involve outdoor pursuits that require a decent level of fitness. You may be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. They are not suitable for those with limited mobility.

Level 4 = Challenging: good mobility and fitness needed 

These are our most challenging excursions, and require a good level of fitness. They may involve hiking or biking on uneven terrain and may also require specialist equipment. You would be expected to carry your own backpack and equipment. Excursions in this category are not suitable for those with limited mobility. 

Prices can vary depending on the season you travel. Costs such as exchange rates and local prices may change from year to year, so we show a “starting from” price as a guide. The exact price will be confirmed when you book.

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