Blast through the granite skerries and hidden channels of the Hvaler Archipelago — Norway's sunniest island group — aboard a private RIB with a local skipper. Secluded beaches, dramatic rock formations, and stops at charming fishing hamlets make this the ultimate luxury way to see the coast.
What to expect
Kitted out in weather gear and life vests, you depart the marina and accelerate into the open archipelago. Your skipper navigates between 833 islands and islets, pointing out osprey nests, historic lighthouses, and the narrow sounds locals call 'the back roads of Hvaler.' Expect a stop ashore at Skjærhalden, the prettiest village in the chain.
Good to know
The Hvaler islands are roughly 30–45 minutes by car or boat from Fredrikstad port. Confirm all-aboard time with your skipper before departure so return timing is built into the itinerary. Summer (June–August) offers the best conditions; bring sunscreen — reflections off the water are intense.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Frederikstad — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.