Experience the best of Norwegian nature with RIB-Lofoten

Home to some of Norway’s most spectacular sights, vast, thriving wildlife, and all types of arctic adventures, Lofoten might be one of the best places to visit in the world. Whether you’re a local or a tourist, RIB-Lofoten provides a unique way to experience the area.

Does the bustling city ever get too stuffy or loud? Look to Lofoten. With its cascading mountains, rippling waves, and colourful northern lights dancing in the night sky, the Norwegian island group is the perfect escape. Whether you seek an adventure in the unique arctic landscape or are just looking for a breather in peaceful surroundings, a boat trip with RIB-Lofoten could be exactly what you need.

RIB-Lofoten’s Rib Sea Eagle Safari gives guests the chance to see sea eagles up close in their natural habitat.

Founded by Roar Inge Susæg and Hans Egil Krane in 2008, the company set off to offer charter and rigid inflatable boat trips all over Lofoten and Nordland, helping an increasingly thriving tourism industry. Since its establishment, RIB-Lofoten has grown to be one of the leading RIB companies in the area.

“We were one of the first suppliers here in Svolvær and are among the leading RIB companies in the region,” explains Susæg. “Using our experience, knowledge, and service, we do our best to offer tailored and unique experiences unlike any other.” Unlike most other RIB companies, RIB-Lofoten operates during the summer and winter, offering a range of unique experiences throughout the year.

Tailored trips for everyone

If you’re particularly interested in animals, you’ll be pleased to know that RIB Lofoten’s small boats allow them to navigate the waters in a way large boats cannot, allowing for close-up meetings with the area’s wildlife population.

“We’re very lucky because Lofoten is full of amazing wildlife and beautiful nature. Depending on the season, we can practically guarantee sea eagles, though otters, seals, puffins, porpoises, whales, and orcas are also completely possible,” Susæg says.

Depending on what you’re looking for, the company offers different packages. If spotting animals is your main priority, you should join them on a Rib Sea Eagle Safari for the chance to see sea eagles up close in their natural habitat. If you’re hunting the lights of the Aurora Borealis, however, there’s also a specialised tour for this.

“The Northern Light trip, in particular, is an unforgettable one,” says Susæg. “We hunt the lights through frozen lakes, quiet forests, beaches, and small fishing villages in the evening. It’s an unforgettable arctic adventure, accompanied by a guide who can tell you all about the stories and legends associated with the lights, as well as a photographer who shows you how to take photos of the lights. It’s truly spectacular.”

Exclusive experiences and private tours

Another exclusive experience offered is a chartered trip to Trollfjordhytta, or “The Trollfjord cabin,” one of RIB Lofoten’s most highly requested tours. The cabin, which is part of the Norwegian Tourist Association, is set on a mountainous paradise that looks over the majestic Trollfjord. If you’d like to bring your four-legged friend, you can stay at Lille Trollfjordhytta.

“It’s a chance to enjoy nature all to yourself for a day or more. The area offers plenty of hiking opportunities, even in the winter. In fact, there’s hardly any other place you’ll find so many untried snowy descents.”

The company also offers tailor-made RIB trips, so if you’d rather have a private tour for you and your family or for a work event, there are also plenty of opportunities. If you’re looking for something even more tailored, for example when planning a bachelorette’s party or a team-building event, RIB Lofoten can also arrange charter trips with culinary breaks in the region too.

“It’s very important to us that our customers are satisfied, hence why each trip is unique and customised. Depending on your needs, we’ll do our very best to give you an experience that works for you.”

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Safety, knowledge, and environment

In addition to providing a customised experience, RIB Lofoten values safety, quality, and good service. Their boats are all equipped with two powerful 300 hp Suzuki engines, making them both fast and reliable. In addition, the staff and captains are highly experienced and can ensure a safe, educational, and fun trip.

“Around 5500 people or more join us out at sea every year, so it’s important to us that they not only feel safe but also comfortable,” says Susæg.

RIB-Lofoten operates during the summer and winter, offering a range of unique experiences throughout the year. Photo: RIB Lofoten

In addition, the company takes great pride in their local area and does not only want to show it off but also take care of it. The measures taken allow visitors to enjoy the very best of Lofoten while polluting far less than they would on large boats using diesel engines.

“The wildlife and environment are incredibly important to us, which is why we’ve installed low-emission engines on our boats. In addition, two of our engines also have a filter that collects microplastics from the sea.”

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