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Rib safari around Håøya

RIB SAFARI WITH DRØBAK RIB

The trip goes to Sandspollen and Håøya around the beautiful archipelago past Sætre where we explore several beautiful natural harbors and get good speed to play in the waves on the open stretches.

SANDSPOLLEN AND HÅØYA

This is among the most beautiful natural harbours in the fjord. Håøya has the highest viewpoint in the Oslo Fjord, is the largest island in the Osofjorden and here the goats graze in the summer. The milk from the goats is used to make cheese at Håøya Nature Workshop.

OSCARSBORG 9 APRIL AND BLüCHER

Oscarsborg was built to protect Oslo from invasion from our neighboring countries and has been visited by all governments and heads of state throughout the ages. The night of 9 April was crucial in Norwegian history in that the King and our gold reserves were rescued from the country when the Germans invaded Norway and the soldiers at Oscarsborg succeeded in sinking Blücher. We will take you to the place where the Blücher sank.

PRICE ON REQUEST. THE TOUR INCLUDES;
• 1.5 hour RIB tour around Høya

• Necessary safety equipment/life jacket

• Thermal suit if needed

• Guiding of history and nature along the way

• Play in the waves from the ferries

Maximum 12 people per RIB tour.

SEASON APRIL-OCTOBER

Tours on request. Every day during the summer months. Meet in the guest harbour at 2.30 pm if not another time is agreed upon.

PRACTICAL INFORMATION

The tour starts and ends in the guest harbor at Café Sjøstjernen. Meet up 15 min before departure for distribution of clothes and safety equipment Bring a windbreaker, hat, gloves on chilly days.

Guiding in English or German on request.

Booking: axel@rib-safari.no

Ferry to Vollen and Slemmestad

Our tip for a day excursion. Taking the Sommer boat – routes B21 and B22 is a great way to spend a day off and visit the towns along the Oslofjord, such as Vollen. B21 runs all week and B22 sails every Saturday and Sunday throughout the summer. Explore the beautiful nature, the fjord and all the scenic beaches, as well as the charming wooden houses that holds unique shops, galleries and cafes.

Vollen and Slemmestad – the industrial and holiday towns which are now popular towns with charming detached houses, beautiful beaches and many nice restaurants. In Vollen you can also visit the Oslofjord Museum, play frisbee golf and rent a boat or take a test dive. The possibilities here are many.

The coastal path connects both towns and it is nice to walk from Slemmestad to Vollen, which takes about 1.5 hours.

Route table for boat B21/B22 – see timetable at https://ruter.no

Fjord Cruise Oslo fjord with overnight stay

Day 1 Oslo – Oscarsborg. The tour starts from Aker Brygge on board the ferry B21/B22 and follows Nesodden shore by the fjord. The boat makes stops in several small villages along the coast before arriving at Oscarsborg. Explore the many sights at Oscarsborg Fortress such as tours of the ramparts, see the big canons and walk through the tunnels. Visit the museums or explore the area by self-guiding. Overnight stay and dinner at Oscarsborg Hotel and Resort or have a meal by the water's edge at Havnekroa.

Day 2 Drøbak – Son. Idyllic Drøbak center consists of cozy wooden houses and the marina with many cozy restaurants, cafes, galleries and trendy shops in the center. Avistegnernes Hus is well worth a visit with satiric drawings, as well as the many artist galleries. You can get here by ferry from Oscarsborg. Foodies can enjoy a stop in Bringebærlandet for a raspberry wine tasting and a tour of the farm. Possible to rent electric bikes for a nice bike ride back and forth. Check opening hours on www.bringebarlandet.no

A short ferry ride of 30 min brings us on to the coastal town of Son. In the harbor you will find wooden boats from the coastal culture center in Son. Enjoy a nice walk from the harbor to Son Spa hotel among the small white wooden houses. Arriving at the hotel, you can enjoy a meal on the terrace or the hotel's beautiful Spa. Accommodation and dinner at the hotel.

Day 3 Son – Oslo. Spend the morning in pleasant surroundings with spa or walks along the coastal path. Also possible to rent a kayak for a paddle tour on the fjord. Return by ferry back to Oslo. The boat makes a stop at Nesoddtangen and we recommend a stop for a delicious meal at Signalen Sjøbad before embarking on the last leg to Aker Brygge. Enjoy a dinner with evening sun and great views to Fornebu. The restaurant serves delicious seafood and food from local producers at Nesodden. Well worth a stop before the tour ends with a small boat trip from Nesoddtangen to Aker Brygge (about 20 min)

Check ferry schedule on www.ruter.no

Daytrip with Skibladner D/S

Day round trip with Skibladner D/S

After a stay of several years due to bridge construction, Skibladner sails again down the river Vorma to Eidsvoll wharf. So why not make yourself a full-day tour with Skibladner?

For example, you can take the train to Eidsvoll station, where it is only a short walk of about 10 minutes down to the pier where Skibladner picks you up. Sail to Hamar and here it's an equally short walk from the dock back to the train to Eidsvoll.

This summer Skibladner sails between Gjøvik & Hamar down to Eidsvoll round trip every Tuesday and Friday with departure from Eidsvoll at 14.40.

From Oslo there is a train to Eidsvoll 2 times an hour and the trip takes about 35 minutes.

You can turn up directly at the piers and buy a ticket from a ticket agent, or reserve tickets online to ensure you get a seat. Read more on Skibladner's own website for timetables and ports. https://www.skibladner.no

Skibladner has served Mjøsa since 1856 and was originally built as an extension of Norway's first railway between Christiania and Eidsvoll in 1854. Skibladner was the onward connection between Eidsvoll and Lillehammer. In recent years, Skibladner has been restored with the help of funds from the National Archives and today appears as a floating museum.

The ship was awarded the Norwegian Cultural Heritage's "Olavsrosa" quality label. The ship has a restaurant (1st place Matsalon), cafeteria (2nd place Matsalon), men's and women's salon.
For catchy happy jazz, accordion or a classical concert on deck, Skibladner is available for charter trips from the end of May to mid-September.
Just as famous as the ship itself is the traditional menu on board in the 1st place dining room, namely salmon and strawberries. This menu has long traditions on board, but it is of course possible to order other dishes. The ship can seat up to 130 people seated at tables in the various lounges.

Welcome to a enjoyable trip on the world's oldest paddle steamer!

The Halden Canal

Push the boat out

Norway’s Halden Canal offers a splendid mix of culture and relaxation. Constructed in the 1850s, the Halden Canal remains fully functional and is recognised as a site of national technical-industrial heritage. The canal is 80km long with three elaborate lock systems – one of which, in Brekke, is the highest in north Europe. The Canal Museum at Ørie offers an overview of its history and functions, while a boat trip aboard M/S Brekke provides the opportunity to enjoy a cosy meal and the beautiful nature in the canal area.

One of the best ways to explore the system is to take a paddling tour, staying overnight at one of the quality hotels, campsites or cabins.

The Halden Canal region offers:

Canoe rentals

SUP-boards

Water-bicycles

Bicycles rentals

Canal boat tours

Canal museum

Freshwater fishing

Local food

Different types of accomodations

Skibladner D/S

Welcome to Skibladner D/S

Would you like to combine it with a trip to Eidsvoll 1814? There is a bus service between Eidsvoll Station and Eidsvoll 1814 – check out ruter.no – bus number 430.

You can meet at the piers and buy a ticket from a ticket agent, or reserve tickets online so you are sure to get a seat. Read more on Skibladner's own website for timetables and ports. https://www.skibladner.no

Welcome to a pleasure trip on the world's oldest paddle steamer!

Nature experience on the Oslofjord

October and November is one of the finest periods for an adventure on the water. Let us arrange a tour for your group where you can come out on a RIB.

Imagine a nice autumn day with bright sunshine, a mirror like surface and good nature experiences near the big city interspersed with stories and anecdotes about life on the Oslofjord.

In recent years, a sea eagle couple has settled on Håøya, right by Oscarsborg and this is a majestic sight when we get to experience them up close.

Did you know that there is seal’s in the Oslofjord? We often meet seals on our tours and they’re often curious..

Member of Visit Greater Oslo

Rivercruise with M/S Elvekongen

M/S Elvekongen was brought from Lofoten to Årnes in 1993. Since then, the boat has operated in scheduled and charter traffic on the Glomma and Vorma rivers.

The boat was fully refurbished in 2022 and is now in better condition than ever before

Elvekongen runs three-hour river cruises every Sunday in June, July, and August. These cruises typically include passage through the Svanfoss lock.

Coffee, waffles, soft drinks, and simple kiosk items can be purchased on board, and Elvekongen is fully licensed to serve alcohol.

In addition to regular river cruises, special themed trips are occasionally organized. These include, among others, pirate adventures for children, shrimp cruises, and jazz cruises. Several joint trips are also arranged in cooperation with the steamship D/S Skibladner.

Elvekongen can also be chartered by companies, associations, and others. The boat is well suited for anniversaries, weddings, confirmations, and other private gatherings.

Elvekongen accommodates up to 45 passengers and is based at Årnes Pier, located right next to Årnes Station. There is a good train connection from Oslo, and by car it is only 45 minutes from downtown Oslo and 30 minutes from Oslo Airport Gardermoen.

Read more and book tickets at the website www.elvekongen.no

Member of Visit Greater Oslo

Rigmor cruise – boat cruise on the Oslo fjord

Welcome onboard Rigmor – explore island hopping in Asker and Bærum's beautiful archipelago

From Kadettangen in Sandvika, the ferry M / S Rigmor run on a regular basis between islands in the Oslo Fjord's most beautiful archipelago. Avoid long queues and large crowds. A local day excursion with a good atmosphere in beautiful scenery. Whether you want to go on a day tour or overnight trip, are interested in fauna and wildlife, are a family with small children, a fisherman or camping tourist – then you will have a great experience.

The boat sails daily exept Mondays designated weeks during summer. Always Check www.rigmor.no for updated schedule. Both a round trip ferrytour with stops or a mini-cruise (without stops) last abouth. 1,5 hours.

Departures from Sandvika at 10.30 am, 12 noon – mini-cruise without stops, 1.45 pm and 3.45 pm (not alwas)

MS Rigmor is probably Norway's oldest scheduled wooden ferry. We sail ferry and mini cruises among the islands in Asker and Bærum as well as school trips with training in the maritime life at sea.

The islands in Asker and Bærum you can visit:

Borøya is probably the most popular island for overnight stay and camping. The large plain and the shallow sandy beach is perfect for play, grilling and camping. The island is excellent for families with children and is a popular outdoor harbor for boaters. Toilets. Borøya is the island with the most ferry departures and arrivals, and is only 10 minutes sailing from Sandvika.

Ostøya is a large island with one of Oslo's most beautiful golf courses. Great for swimming and fishing. There is a small beach right by the ferry pier with afternoon sun. There are hiking opportunities on the island, but some scrub. During the mushroom season, Ostøya is an excellent place to "fill the basket"

Brønnøya has three piers where Rigmor stops, and its own cable ferry to the mainland. Great hiking trails, highly recommended for cycling and walking in peaceful and quiet surroundings. Feel free to combine the trip with a stop at some of the small beaches located by the ferry piers at
Brønnøya East and South. It is almost 7 km around the whole island, but the tour can be shortened considerably with roads and paths "across" the island. Cars are not allowed at Brønnøya. Opportunities to get off at one pier and be picked up at another are present. Here there are many cabins and one of the regions best preserved lime kilns on the southern tip. It is also possible to return by bus from Nesøya.

Langåra "Oslofjorden's answer to Sørlandet" is 40 minutes sailing from Sandvika and has been a favorite place for camping throughout history.
Somewhat overgrown but excellent for accommodation, swimming (not sandy beach) and fishing. Here you will find Middagsbukta with bustling boating on one side, and peaceful bathing spots and tent opportunities on the other. There is a marked hiking trail of 3 km. (not suitable for prams). It is also possible to rent accommodation in the old shop building in Middagsbukta through the Oslo Fjord Outdoor Council. The cottage was completely renovated in 2014, consists of living room, kitchen and bathroom with running water and several bedrooms with over 20 beds.

Boat rental and charter
We rent the boats with crew for private and business trips. We plan the trip according to your wishes, and are happy to come up with good suggestions. On board we have a varied and good menu and a license to serve drinks with all rights. Our goal is to create a pleasant and personal fjord trip, with soul and atmosphere.

Take a bus to Sandvika station or drive, then take a ferry or mini cruise from Rigmorbryggen, which is within walking distance from Sandvika station, and a short way from E18.

Our goal is to create a pleasant and personal fjord trip, with soul and atmosphere at a reasonable price. Click on boat rental on our main page www.rigmor.no for more information and or get in touch for a nice offer!

Welcome on board!