Authentic Arcticcruise in Norway

More than just a boat, Tromsø Trips offers authentic Arctic cruise experiences in Norway, with a unique restaurant, bar, and kitchen on board.

Tromsø · Lofoten · Vesterålen

Choose your experience

Your Arctic journey starts here.

Discover Tromsø from the water, explore Lofoten and Vesterålen, or plan a special cruise with the crew. Tell us what you have in mind and we’ll help you find your journey.

Meet your host

Welcome aboard with Captain Mads.

Mads comes from a family rich in seafaring traditions. Come and say hello in the wheelhouse, learn about polar navigation, and hear the stories behind the journey.

Life on board

More than just a boat.

A classic cruiser with a cozy, intimate atmosphere. Enjoy the restaurant, bar, and kitchen on board, with comfortable spaces for conversation and views of the Arctic coastline.

The boat and its crew

Every fjord has a story.

Meet the people behind the voyage—from conversations with Captain Mads to moments on deck as the coastline unfolds. Explore the boat and crew’s documentary through our team.

Norwegian Fjord Explorer

Let’s plan your cruise.

A day on the fjord, a journey through Lofoten, or a private charter. Share your plans with our crew and we’ll help you choose the experience that fits.

TromsøLofoten & VesterålenSpecial Cruises

Choose your Experience

Stay a little longer, explore a little further. From a cosy night aboard to dinner on the fjord, discover your own way to experience Arctic Norway with our crew.

Your next chapter, on the water

Ready for your next
Arctic adventure?

Tell us where you’d like to explore, who’s coming along, and when you’d like to sail. Our crew will help you plan a fjord cruise, a stay aboard, or a private charter around you.

Tromsø · Lofoten
& beyond

Wood-panelled dining room and bistro aboard the explorer ship

Bar & Bistro

Service Offerings

The Boat

Step aboard and enjoy a warm, intimate atmosphere designed for comfort, connection, and unforgettable views.

Life aboard Norwegian Fjord Explorer

Explore the Arctic coast

Tromsø · Lofoten · Vesterålen

There’s a Fjord
in Your Future

Sail and stay a few hours or some days onboard the world’s smallest cruise vessel.

King crab expeditions. Lunch and dinner cruises. Ski and cycle adventures. Northern Lights and Midnight Sun. Explore Lofoten, Vesterålen, Senja and the Lyngen Alps, with polar histories and Arctic experiences along the way.

Discover the coast

Come Sail With Us

From our harbour to the city's hidden corners, discover the places and people that make an Arctic journey your own.

Explorer vessels moored in a snowy Norwegian harbour

Your starting point

Our Main Dock

Our Arctic cruiser explores Northern Norway from our bases in Tromsø and Lofoten.

Aerial view over Tromsø island, its waterfront and surrounding mountains

Explore ashore

The Tromsø Main Island

See the Arctic capital from the water, with the island’s waterfront framed by mountains and the Tromsø Sound.

Warmly lit streets and wooden buildings in Tromsø at night

Explore ashore

The Magic of the Arctic Capital

Step from the ship into the city’s warm street life: wooden buildings, local flavours, and places to linger between adventures.

The distinctive angular architecture of the Arctic Cathedral

Explore ashore

The Bridge & Arctic Cathedral

Across the Tromsø Sound, the bridge connects the island with Tromsdalen and the Arctic Cathedral.

The captain in a red jacket and knitted hat on the waterfront

A local perspective

Join the Captain on His Private Tour to the Secret Bars and Hideaways in Tromsø

See Tromsø through a local’s eyes. Ask the captain about the city’s tucked-away corners, favourite places, and stories from life along the coast.

Environment Friendly

Travel Sustainable

A different way to think about the resources along our coast. Discover how seaweed and fish-processing by-products can find a second life—from food and nutrition to alternative fuels.

Scenic footage of boats and the coastal landscape of Lofoten, filmed by Tobias Bjørkli. No spoken narration.

Making more of what we already have is at the heart of this story. Join us aboard, meet the people behind the journey, and discover the connection between coastal ingredients, circular ideas, and the fjords we call home.

Our Story

Captain Mads
Is Your Host.

Welcome to My World!
The Team on Tour, Come and Join Us.

Mads comes from a family rich in traditions and is also the captain in the TV series.

You are very welcome to come and say hello in the wheelhouse, learn about polar navigation, and hear the stories.

Come aboard for a closer look at life along the coast, with a crew who know these waters and a host ready to share his world.

Captain Mads and his crew welcome you beside the explorer vessel
Captain Mads & the team · Norwegian Fjord Explorer

The Boat and Its Crew
Have Their Own Documentary

Behind the journey

The explorer vessel cruising between dramatic Norwegian islands

Charter

Charter Possibilities

The Vessel

Deck Plan for My
Fjord Visjon

  • 15 Cabins
  • 24 Beds
  • 70 Guests / Passengers
Retro cabin with wooden berths and a sofa

Fjord Visjon

Deck 1

  • Six double retro-style berths, two with a sink
  • Storage for clean towels and bed linens
  • Two toilets and two showers
Wooden bunk beds and a chair in a single cabin

Fjord Visjon

Deck 1B

  • Four single berths, all with a sink and bunk
Bright cabin with wooden bunks and round portholes

Fjord Visjon

Deck 2

  • Bathroom, two showers and two toilets
  • Reception with games and toys
  • Fully equipped galley
  • Dining / conference room for 50 guests
  • Small, cosy outdoor deck
  • One triple cabin
The cosy King Crab Saloon with red seating and wooden tables

Fjord Visjon

Deck 2B

  • The King Crab Saloon
Cabin with green curtains, bunks and a small seating area

Fjord Visjon

Deck 3

  • Two single and two double cabins
  • Northern Lights bar and observation deck for 30
An onboard buffet with dishes laid out for guests

Fjord Visjon

Deck 4

  • Top deck with barbecue / grill

Deck plan