Most bookedElectric Fjord Cruise to Preikestolen
The big, quiet default: 3.5 hours on an electric catamaran with a lounge, a kiosk and a stop where goats come down.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
Nine trips from Stavanger, sorted by how you travel: a big quiet boat, a fast open RIB, or a day that adds a hike. Each one has its own page with the route, the boat and what guests say.
Catamarans and a hybrid ship: lounge, toilets, step-free decks. Rain or shine.
Most bookedThe big, quiet default: 3.5 hours on an electric catamaran with a lounge, a kiosk and a stop where goats come down.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
Shorter tripThe short big-boat option: 2.5 hours on a family firm's low-emission catamaran, with commentary in six languages.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
Lowest priceA live English guide on a quiet hybrid ship, three outdoor decks and the lowest price on the fjord. Summer only.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
RIBs and a speedboat: two to three hours, flotation suits on, small groups.
FastestTwo hours of speed and spray on a high-speed RIB, with a skipper-guide and suits, goggles and gloves provided. Ages 6+.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
Max 12Twelve seats at most on a high-end RIB, the captain as guide, about 45 minutes inside the Lysefjord. Ages 5+.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
Small boatA small covered speedboat with a live guide in English or German, close to the falls. Children from 3.
Turns at: Hengjanefossen, a third of the way in
A day on the water and on foot: Pulpit Rock from below and above, or the Flørli stairs.
Boat + hikePulpit Rock twice in one day: from the water by RIB, then a guided 8 km hike to the top. 7 hours, small group.
Turns at: Below Preikestolen, then the trail
4,444 stepsThe one bookable trip that goes deeper: a RIB to roadless Flørli and its 4,444 wooden steps. 7 hours, ages 8+.
Turns at: Flørli, deeper in
On footNot a boat: the view from the top. Coach from the cruise terminal, guided hike of about 4 hours, lunch included. Ages 7+.
Turns at: Not a boat: the clifftop