Rent a boat in Vågan
Boats for rent in Vågan
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Vågan municipality in the Lofoten Islands includes the iconic fishing village Henningsvær and the artist town Svolvær. Rent a boat and explore Lofoten dramatic mountains, crystal-clear fjords and famous fishing villages. The Trollfjord is just a short boat trip away.
Boat rental in Vågan at a glance
- Boats for rent
- 2 boats
- Boat types
- Cabincruiser (1)Dinghy (1)
- With skipper or captain
- 1 of 2
- People on board
- up to 8
Renting a boat in Vågan: questions and answers
Can I rent a boat with a skipper in Vågan?
Yes. 1 of the 2 boats on this page can be rented with a skipper or captain, so nobody in your group has to drive.
How many people can come along on a rental boat in Vågan?
The largest boat here takes up to 8 people, and a typical boat takes 7.
Do I need a boat licence in Norway?
If you were born on or after 1 January 1980, you need a Norwegian boat licence (båtførerbevis) to drive a boat longer than 8 metres or with more than 25 hp. Valid foreign licences such as the ICC are recognised. Read our full licence guide.
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Boat rental in Vågan – Discover the area from the water
With a rental boat from Vågan you can explore the coast and waters at your own pace. Whether you are planning a calm day trip, a fishing excursion or a longer boat holiday – Ship O´Hoi makes it easy to find and book the perfect boat. Choose from small dinghies and open console boats to large cabin cruisers and sailboats.
Renting a boat in Vågan: Henningsvær and beyond
Some of the boats on this page are in Henningsvær, the fishing village in Vågan built on the islets of Heimøya and Hellandsøya off the south-west tip of Austvågøya. Among them are a fast aluminium boat with a large outboard and a steady 14-foot dinghy, which its owner recommends for short trips nearby on calm days. Another, a small open boat on a trailer, is across Henningsværstraumen on Vestvågøy.
The breakwater between the two main islands, finished in 1934, shelters the harbour from south-westerly weather. One of the world's richest fishing grounds lies just south of the village, and stockfish is still its main export, so it is a natural base for a fishing trip. By sea, Svolvær is about 10 nautical miles away. Our six Lofoten routes include the approach to Henningsvær between the islets.
Guides: boating in and around Vågan
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