Akerselva River Kayak/Packraft Tour: Urban Adventure in Oslo
Overview
See Oslo from a unique perspective, while kayaking or pack-rafting down the beautiful Akerselva River and out on the incredible Oslofjord, finishing conveniently in central city on the Oslo waterfront, nearby the Munch Museum and Oslo Opera House.
Mad Goats was the original founder of the famous Akerselva Tour over 10years ago in Oslo and are well known for showing people an awesome time on the water.
Why choose Mad Goats?
- We transport your belongings to the trip end point in our vehicle making logistic smooth & easy.
- We have double packrafts if you want to paddle together or with young children.
- We take photos & share them for free after the tour.
Our tour starts at the Nedre Foss Gård Park, located beside the famous Mathallen. From here we paddle through Grunerløkka, experiencing an incredible blend of nature and city life. Continuing our urban adventure we arrive in Grønland, before paddling through a 500m long tunnel thats exits onto the fjord - hope you are excited!
What's Included
- Free Photos: we take photos on the trip and share them with you for free
- Kayak or packraft + equipment: paddle, life jacket & helmet
- We transport your belongings to the tour end-point
- Kids under 10 go for free (must go together with caregiver in a packraft)
- We can provide double packrafts (inflatable kayaks) so you can paddle together or with your children
- Wet weather gear/Change of clothes (dress for the days weather & bring a extra change of clothes)
- Water, Sunscreen and Sun Glasses
- Rain-pants: please bring your own or you can borrow from us (only required if cold/wet weather)
- Waterproof phone case(our guides take photos, so you don’t need but you can buy from us if you want)
Meeting Location
Nordre gate 2
0551 Oslo, Norway
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
Nylandsveien 28
0150 Oslo, Norway
We end the tour at the mouth of the Akersleva River, just before it exits into Oslo Fjord in an area called “Sukkerbiten”. This is in central Oslo and only a 10 minute walk from Oslo Central Station. There are public toilets at Munch Museum only a 100m walk from the trip end point.
What To Expect
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Akerselva River
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Grunerlokka
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Barcode Oslo
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Munch
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Oslofjord
10 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Oslo Opera House
20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Minimum age 4
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 30 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (12)
Q: Are there any weight restrictions for kayaking?
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Activity code: C-140628P1
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