The 13 Best Norway Dinner Cruises

1.Tromsø: Evening Aurora Cruise (dinner optional)

★★★★★★★★★★4.4 · 1,570 reviews · 3.5 hours · from $100Our pick

Sail from central Tromsø at 8 p.m. with Polar Adventures to search for the Northern Lights from the Arctic sea. You can warm up indoors with coffee, tea, hot chocolate, cookies, and snacks, then head outside when the crew spots activity. Guides such as Ken, Holly, Thomas, and Hans Eric also help with camera settings.

“We went on a small boat and set out for a cruise. Our guide, Ken, was very knowledgeable about the Northern Lights. He was very passionate, and we really learned a lot from him. Not too long after sailing, we saw the Northern Lights. We went up the upper deck on the boat and stayed there for a long time. He taught us how to get photos with the northern lights, and we brought that knowledge on our next trips. He was very kind to bring up the snacks and offered hot chocolate because we didn't come down to get some because we were enjoying the lights. He offered blankets…”

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2.Tromsø: Aurora Dinner Cruise by Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 727 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Spend three hours circling Tromsø Island aboard Brim Explorer’s quiet hybrid-electric catamaran. You’ll enjoy a three-course Arctic seafood dinner, heated saloons, panoramic windows, and time outside for mountain and aurora views. Vegetarian meals are available with 24 hours’ notice. English-speaking guides share local stories throughout the cruise.

“Crew were fantastic; friendly, welcoming and helpful. We lucked out: after 2 overcast days the clouds parted and the Northern Lights appeared! As soon as there was a hint if the Aurora we were told and headed up on deck. First time it disappeared but next time we got a great display. Dominica was really helpful and enthusiastic and took lots of pics of our group on her phone and airdropped them to us. Magical evening! Quite pricey but this is Norway and you do get dinner and a boat cruise for your money! And yes the food portions are a bit small but it is is tasty and I’d…”

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3.Oslofjord Fjord-Style Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 438 reviews · 3 hours · from $78

Sail from Akershusstranda around both sides of Oslofjord aboard a spacious, well-kept boat. You will see green hills, islands, bathhouses, and summer cottages while enjoying a Norwegian shrimp dinner with bread, butter, mayonnaise, aioli, and lemon. An audio guide, blankets, toilets, and drinks for purchase add comfort, though seafood is the main meal.

“Today we were on that cruise and I must say it was 1000% worth it. The crew is super nice,the view is breathtaking. Everything is accompanied by delicious shrimps and fantastic music. Totally recommend it! Greetings from Ukraine 🇺🇦”

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4.3-Course Dinner & Live Music Cruise on the Oslofjord

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 427 reviews · 2h 30m · from $156

Spend 150 minutes aboard Brim Explorer’s 100% electric boat, dining on a seasonal three-course pescatarian menu from Restaurant Einer. You’ll pass the Opera House, Akershus Fortress, Munch Museum, islands, and colorful waterfront homes, with live music, indoor comfort, outdoor viewing areas, and drinks available to buy.

“Honestly a breath taking night, the food, the sunset, the staff! Could not recommend more!”

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5.Tromso Aurora Cruise with 3-Course Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 217 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $203

Cruise quietly around Tromsøya on an electric boat, with a welcome drink, three-course fish-focused dinner, and time on deck to watch for the northern lights. The crew may include Andrea, Francesca, Elli, Alberto, or Fani, and the boat carries up to 60 people. Aurora sightings depend entirely on weather and solar conditions.

“Staff, Yvan , et. al were very nice & accommodating. Food was good and lucky to have witnessed the aurora borealis.”

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6.Luxury Northern Lights Yacht Cruise with Hot Tub from Tromsø

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 139 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $344Top rated

Join Captain Kenneth and Sachi aboard Stella Oceana for a four-hour evening cruise from Tromsø. The small group enjoys a hot tub, reindeer soup, hot drinks, and warm indoor seating while the crew searches for clear skies and the aurora. Bring swimwear, layers, and a towel or robe.

“We capped off our Norway trip with this stunning trip around the fjords in search of the northern lights. Kenneth and Sachi were amazing hosts and truly care that their guests have a most enjoyable experience aboard their gorgeous sailing vessel. We didn’t see the lights, but that’s out of their control, they did provide us with some of the most delicious reindeer soup that we tasted during our trip. Cannot recommend this experience enough.”

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7.Luxury Northern Lights Cruise with Hot Tub & Dinner

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 129 reviews · 4 hours · from $309

Join Captain Kenneth and his small crew aboard Stella Oceana, a 32-meter yacht limited to 12 guests. This four-hour Tromsø cruise combines fjord views, a 30 to 45-minute hot tub session, reindeer stew, hot drinks, and two outdoor viewing decks. The northern lights are never guaranteed, but the warm saloon, shower, blankets, and personal service make the cruise worthwhile even under cloudy skies.

“Absolutely amazing! A highlight of our trip. I highly recommend World Sea Explorers. Our night cruise was intimate — only about 12 people on board — the reindeer stew was delicious, and the ambience was perfect. The skipper and crew were so kind and eager to ensure the experience was one to remember. The clouds blocked most views of the northern lights, but we had such a wonderful time that it didn’t matter. If you’re going to Tromsø, don’t miss this!”

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8.Oslo fjord 3-Course Dinner Cruise with Live Music

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 123 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $160

Cruise Oslofjord for about 2.5 hours aboard Brim Explorer’s quiet hybrid-electric boat. You’ll enjoy a locally sourced Nordic-style three-course dinner, live music, panoramic windows, and an open deck, passing Dyna Fyr, green islands, the Opera House, and Aker Fortress. Tell the operator about dietary needs at least 24 hours ahead.

“The food on this boat trip was excellent. The boat is very well appointed. Staff was exemplary. Do yourself a big favor here and book it.”

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9.Tromsø: Evening dinner cruise with possible northern lights

★★★★★★★★★★3.6 · 45 reviews · 3 hours · from $103

Sail Tromsø from 6 to 9 PM aboard MS Tromsø, a classic polar adventure ship. The local captain welcomes you with a drink, shares Arctic navigation stories, and opens the wheelhouse for a visit. A light hot meal is included, with drinks for sale in the retro saloons. Aurora sightings are possible, not guaranteed.

“There was 2 trips on this boat, it had a king crab thing going on, so the people who brought it to hopefully see the lights was a big shame. We didn’t see any lights. We went to get the crabs and went back. Tbh I am actually really gutted. Their lite meal was a paper cup of soup! They left 15 mins late, and arrived 10 mins early. On the app it says starts at 5, I arrived they said they changed it to 6 so I had to sit and wait for over an hour”

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10.Oslofjord Dinner Cruise on a sailing ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 38 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $80

Sail from Akershusstranda at 6:30 pm aboard S/S Legend or S/S Vega for a three-hour evening cruise around Oslofjord. You’ll pass green hills, islands, bathing houses, summer cottages, and city sights while enjoying a cold fjord-style shrimp buffet. Drinks are extra, and there is no live guide.

“Great musician and seafood! We had a great time on the water, good fjord views, the crews are very friendly!”

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11.Fjord Dinner Cruise on Sailing Ship w/ Seafood Buffet

★★★★★★★★★★4.2 · 20 reviews · 3 hours · from $68Best value

You’ll sail Oslofjord for three hours aboard a historic sailboat, leaving from Akershus Fortress. Expect a traditional Norwegian shrimp buffet with bread, mayonnaise, lemon, and dill, plus city views, coastal scenery, sunset light, music, and a bar for drinks. Bring warm clothes, and arrive early to find a good seat.

“The sevice and attitude of the crew are commendable, the skipper is great!🫡 The foods is FUNTASTICS!! Will definitely do this again next time 😊👏😊👏”

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12.Tromsø: Northern Lights Dinner Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 10 reviews · 3 hours · from $198

Join the crew aboard Hermes II, a wooden coastal vessel built in 1917, for a three-hour evening cruise from Tromsø. Expect fjord views, Norwegian coastal stories in English or Norwegian, hot drinks, thermal suits, and a dinner from local fishmonger Dragøy: fish cake, creamy fish soup, and lefse. Northern Lights sightings depend on nature and weather.

“geweldig, mooi uitleg over de omgeving. vriendelijk ontvangen, en tijd voor een praatje. het noorderlicht was fantastisch en het was het zeker waard.”

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13.Private Dinner cruise to Cornelius seafood restaurant

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 2 reviews

You’ll leave Bergen by private yacht for Cornelius, a seafood restaurant on Bjorøy island, reachable only by boat. Your captain provides a scenic cruise and local history, while snacks, soft drinks, water, and alcoholic beverages are served onboard. The boat waits during your meal and returns you to Bergen afterward.

“This was a great experience. The boat ride was lovely. The captain offered history of the area. The dinner was great. We had special tours of the wine cellar and smoker. All worth the visit.”

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