Kayak trip with lunch and sauna at Sommarøy, from Tromsø, with Arctic Route

Meeting time and place: 08:35 (am) at the bus platforms at Prostneset Bus Terminal in Tromsø (address: Samuel Arnesens Gate 5). Be on time, latest 08:35 (am). Look for the red bus with Arctic Route, with number 930 on the top screen - Google Maps

Notice: full transport from and back to Tromsø is included with our Arctic Route hop-on/hop-off bus.

Paddle in North Norwegian scenery

Sea kayaking is probably the best activity to experience Sommarøy and its gorgeous coastal scenery. Paddle around to explore the turquoise waters and islands. This guided tour starts upon arrival at 10:15 am. You get equipped you and teach you the tricks to kayak safely. Once you are fully geared up, we take you to some of the local spots only accessible by kayak or boat.

You will spend about two hours on the water. We also go ashore to enjoy the amazing white sandy beaches of Sommarøy. Bring a snack and some drinks to refuel during your relaxing break on the island and a towel if you dare to have an Arctic swim!

Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel

After your paddle adventure, regain full force with the best fish soup in the area, at the panorama-view 'Sommarøy Hotel', a 3-minute walk from the kayak centre.

Stroll, walk, hike .. or sauna

The area around the hotel and island is a hiking paradise. You will receive hike information to go out on your own in the area. Access to the public sauna in the hotel is included in your outdoor day, to relax your muscles and mind. A true Scandinavian experience. If you like to have dinner at the hotel, we recommend reserving a table (dinner not included).

The bus to Tromsø picks you up at 19:10 (7.10pm) - back in Tromsø at 20:25 (8.25pm).

Time schedule

• 08:45 - Departure in Tromsø
• 10:15 - 12:45 - Kayak preparation + paddle tour
• 13:00 - 14:30 - Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel
• 14:30 - 19:00 - Explore the area by foot / public sauna
• 19:10 - 20:25 - Scenic route back to Tromsø

Included in your adventure

• Return transport by bus from Tromsø
• 2-hour kayak tour
• Drysuit, gloves, neoprene boots
• Pause at a white sandy beach
• Lunch at Sommarøy Hotel
• Information for free hiking in the afternoon
• Access to public sauna at Sommarøy hotel / If the sauna is not available due to private event at the hotel, please contact info@bestarctic.con for a partial refund of NOK 150 per person
• Free wi-fi
• Water on board the bus

What to bring

• Camera
• Warm underclothing for under the drysuit
• Hiking shoes
• Bathing suit if you hop in the sauna