Two hikers on the edge of Preikestolen above the blue waters of Lysefjord

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Cruise Lysefjord, hike to Preikestolen and explore Stavanger. Find your next experience and plan the details with our independent guides.

58.97° NGateway to LysefjordRogaland, Norway

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Fjord cruises, RIB safaris and guided hikes — compare six of Stavanger’s most-reviewed experiences.

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Electric Lysefjord cruise

Sail through Lysefjord on an electric catamaran. See waterfalls and Preikestolen from the water — no mountain hike.

4.6 out of 510,260 reviews
3.5 hoursDuration
From82€per person*
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Lysefjord & Preikestolen cruise

Cruise Lysefjord with Helgøy Skyssbåt. See Preikestolen from below, steep cliffs and waterfalls on a 2.5-hour boat trip.

4.8 out of 52,616 reviews
2.5 hoursDuration
From67€per person*
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Lysefjord safari with Stavanger RIB

Join Stavanger RIB for a small-group safari to Preikestolen, caves and waterfalls. Two hours on the water with a skipper-guide.

4.9 out of 51,452 reviews
2 hoursDuration
From129€per person*
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Preikestolen with a local guide

Hike to the Preikestolen plateau with a local guide and transport from Stavanger. Be ready for a demanding walk.

4.8 out of 5500 reviews
6 hoursDuration
From148€per person*
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Hybrid Lysefjord cruise

Explore Lysefjord aboard Brim Explorer’s hybrid-electric ship, with indoor lounges, outdoor decks and views of Preikestolen and waterfalls.

4.7 out of 5460 reviews
3.5 hoursDuration
From74€per person*
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Weather changes the plan

Fjord and mountain conditions can differ from the city. Keep one outdoor day movable where possible.

Schedules are seasonal

Recheck live departures, return transport and meeting points for your exact date.

A guide does not remove the climb

Preikestolen and Kjerag still demand fitness, equipment and judgement.

Cruise calls need a buffer

Plan from all-aboard time and verify how the operator handles delays.