Explore the archipelago by boat! Go ashore and explore the island life, or sit back and just enjoy the relaxing boat trip.

Tønsberg & Færder

Boat Trip in the Nøtterøy Archipelago

Join DS KYSTEN on a trip through Nøtterøy’s archipelago and experience the coast from the deck of Norway’s oldest steam-powered coastal vessel. The trip starts from Tønsberg pier and takes you on four hours of beautiful archipelago idyll.

DS Kysten is docked, decorated with colourful signal flags, while people board the historic steamship for a trip. The sunset is reflected in the water, and the atmosphere along the pier is lively. — ©DS Kysten

Perfect for those who want to sit back, breathe in the sea air and enjoy the view in peace and quiet.

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Boat Trip in Færder National Park

Fjordtaxi takes you out into Færder National Park, whether you want to experience the coastal landscape for a day or spend the night in a tent, hammock or coastal cabin🏕️

: A black and red taxi boat is moored at a stone jetty in the sunshine. Behind the jetty you can see a small crane, a life buoy and an idyllic archipelago with wooded islets and blue water. — ©Fjordtaxi

With regular summer routes to Ildverket and Færder Lighthouse or the islands of Ildverket, Vestre Bustein, Mostein and Lindholmen, it’s easy to explore the archipelago – even if you don’t have your own boat.

NB! Summer routes require an advance booking with 3 days’ notice.

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RIB Tour from Havna Hotel Tjøme

Hop on for a high-speed adventure with RibWave! You’ll cruise past gems like Verdens Ende, Færder Lighthouse, Hvasser, and Bolærne – all from the sea, with the wind in your hair and a little adrenaline boost along the way.

Rib på sjøen med mennesker ombord i god fart med Ribwave — ©Kjetil Sommerfeldt Simonesn

Make sure to book in advance! Tours run daily from late June to early August.

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Boat Trip between Husøy & Husvik

Skip the detour and hop on Ole III for a quick and free ride between Husøy and Husvik – it only takes two minutes! The ferry runs daily in the summer, fits 11 people, and yes, your bike is welcome too.

: Et stort, hvitt trehus med rødt tak står nær vannet. En rød og hvit fiskebåt ligger ved en lang trebrygge. Blått hav og grønne øyer sees i bakgrunnen. God kontrast mellom det hvite huset og omgivelsene — ©Visit Vestfold

Heads up! Sailings might be cancelled if the weather gets rough 🌊

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Boat Trip to Bolærne

Flybåten travels from Husvik in Tønsberg to the Bolærne archipelago, part of Færder National Park. Here you can explore Vestre, Mellom and Østre Bolæren, with lovely views, beautiful hiking trails and exciting history.

Smooth-cut rocks stretch out to sea, with small puddles reflecting the sky. A rustic bunker can be glimpsed in the landscape, while the horizon meets the calm blue sea. — ©Visit Vestfold

You can also get to Bolærne with Fjordtaxi 🛥️

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Boat Trip to Veierland

Take the Jutøya ferry to Veierland from Tenvik on Nøtterøy or Engø in Sandefjord and enjoy a day on the car-free island. Fine cycle paths and hiking trails await you here, and we recommend stopping off at Dagro’s café or Villa Veierland for a bite to eat on the way.

ℹ️ You can also get to Veierland from Engø in Sandefjord

Passengers stand at the rail of a ferry approaching the pier at Veierland. On land, a small group of people are waiting, with Norwegian flags waving in the wind and an idyllic collection of white and red houses in the background. — ©Simen Sørhaug

Along the way, you can greet sheep and cows while enjoying the rural tranquility—so bring your bike on the ferry and explore the island at your own pace.

Borrow a green bike 🚲
Veierland Velforening offers free loan of their green bicycles on the island. After use, they should be neatly returned to Tangen or Vestgården jetty.

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Larvik

Boat Trip to Svenner Lighthouse

Take the boat out to Svenner Lighthouse and experience the archipelago at its best! Here you’ll find sun-warmed rocks, clear water and an exciting history. Perfect for a day of swimming, fishing or a stroll around the island🎣

A couple walks along a stone path between the cliffs at Svenner Lighthouse. In the background are the white and red buildings and the iconic lighthouse, with the sea and boats creating a classic archipelago idyll. — ©Simen Sørhaug

During the season, scheduled ferriesa and taxi boats depart from Stavern to Svenner Lighthouse.

We recommend reserving a seat in advance as the taxi boats have limited capacity!

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Summer route with MS Øysprinten

Hop on board Øysprinten and enjoy the beautiful coastline around Larvik and Stavern! The passenger boat runs on set days in July and early August – perfect for a summer escape.

Et passasjerfartøy ligger ved kai i en havn omgitt av klipper. Skipet har sikkerhetsutstyr og oransje detaljer, klare for å transportere passasjerer som samles på brygga, og hvite båter som flyter ved siden av. — ©M/S Øysprinten

The route runs between Larvik – Stavern – Citadelløya – and Malmøya.

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Island hopping with the Helgeroa Ferries

From late June to early August, jump aboard SKJÆLØY II for some island hopping fun! The route takes you from Langesund to Helgeroa, with stops at Langøya, Siktesøya, Lille Arøya*, and Store Arøya along the way.

Rutebåt med passasjerer ligger til kai og personer går i land — ©Helgeroafergene

On the boat trip, you’ll pass by several highlights of the archipelago – a great way to take in the coastal scenery.

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Holmestrand

Summer Boat to Langøya

Langøya, just outside Holmestrand, is a unique environmental project where industrial waste is safely managed and the landscape is being restored after 100 years of limestone quarrying.

rutebåt ligger til kai — ©Visit Vestfold / Line Aadne

The northern part of the island is open to visitors and has hiking trails, paddling huts, and a sculpture park. You can get there by passenger boat in the summer.

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Boat Trips for Groups

Are you a group that wants to get out on the water? Several of the boat companies also offer trips for groups – whether it’s a boat trip, a company outing, a stag party or a day out with friends and familie🧑🏻‍👩🏻‍🧒🏻

Summer-clad people stroll along the pier at Verdens Ende in Færder National Park, surrounded by sailboats and rocks. Blue skies and sunshine are reflected in the water, while boats buzz in the background. — ©Didrick Stenersen

Some boats will take you out to the lighthouses, others will dock at islands where you can barbecue and swim, and some may even serve food on board.

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Book Your Own Boat Transportation

Whether you want to explore the islands, go fishing, go on a seal safari or just enjoy a day at sea, there’s a taxi boat to take you there. An easy and flexible way to experience the archipelago!

Explore your options here

Fjordtaxi

Fjordtaxi AS er en taxibåt som kjører ordinær transport med person og gods i hele ytre Oslofjord.

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Taxibåt Vestfold

Bli med på øyhopping langs Vestfoldkysten med Taxibåt.

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M/S Øysprinten

M/S Øysprinten – passasjerbåt for inntil 30 gjester

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Stavern Dykkersenter

Stavern Dykkersenter er lokalkjente i Stavern, og utfører oppdrag under vann.

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Stavern Dykkersenter

Stavern Dykkersenter is locally known in Stavern, and carries out tasks underwater.

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Fjordtaxi

Fjordtaxi AS is a taxi boat that runs ordinary transport with passenger and goods in the Oslofjord.

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Taxiboat Vestfold

Join for island hopping along the coast.

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M/S Øysprinten

MS Øysprinten – passenger boat for up to 30 guests.

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Boat Trip in the Archipelago