Norwegian nature: Enjoy wild, wonderful adventures on a safari-at-sea
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Norway’s jaw-droppingly beautiful coastline provides a mix of stunning landscapes and wildlife at every turn. Norway’s rugged coast is chock-full of natural beauty, dotted with steep fjords where the mountains meet the sea and teeming with all kinds of curious wildlife, from orcas, humpbacks, and over 80 species of seabirds to red foxes, reindeer, and otters. Norwegians are famous for their deep love of the outdoors, which even has its own word: friluftsliv. It helps that it is home to more than 150,000 lakes and is known for its dramatic fjord-fringed landscapes and shimmering glaciers. It’s also one of the best places to catch the technicolour magic of the Aurora Borealis.
![[Geirangerfjord]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/21/12/Geirangerfjord_Norway_HGR_149529_Photo_Getty_Images.jpg)
What’s more, if you explore this breathtaking region on a Hurtigruten cruise, you’ll do so alongside the expert local Coastal Experience Team, who have spent years traversing Norway’s rugged coastline. They are always on hand to provide engaging insights into the nature, wildlife, and culture you’ll encounter on every voyage. They go above and beyond to ensure you experience more than just the tourist hot spots. Each team member has their own area of expertise and hosts regular lectures for those who want to delve deeper into a specific interest. They also encourage you to join them on their hand-picked hikes and activities, which are at an additional cost and subject to availability but offer the chance to explore with those who know the area best.
![[Bird lovers will relish the chance to spot golden eagles on the island of Senja]](https://static.independent.co.uk/2025/01/20/16/Svolvar_Norway_HGR_168026_Photo_Hans_Petter_Sorensen___FarOutFicus____Visit_Norway-%281%29.jpg)
Drawing on over 130 years of travel experience, Original and Signature Hurtigruten Voyages lead passengers along Norway’s dramatic Arctic coastline, showcasing its remarkable natural beauty in all its glory, with options to stop off in various locations along the way. As you sail between destinations, keep your eyes peeled for the abundance of wildlife that frequents the area. The coastline is a popular haunt for mammals like giant humpbacks, frolicking seals and playful porpoises.
