Take on the waters of Trondheim with a thorough 16-hour sea kayaking course from Trondheim Kajakk. Gain essential paddling skills, safety techniques, and an official certification in a breathtaking coastal setting.
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Difficulty
easy
Duration
16 hours (2 days)
Fitness Level
Participants should have basic swimming ability and general fitness to sit and paddle for several hours comfortably.
Wildlife
History
Trondheim’s coastal waters have been pathways for trade and travel since Viking times, linking modern paddlers to centuries of maritime tradition.
Conservation
Trondheim Kajakk emphasizes low-impact paddling ethics and advocates for preserving the waters and wildlife around the fjord.
Trondheim Kajakk
Take on the waters of Trondheim with a thorough 16-hour sea kayaking course from Trondheim Kajakk. Gain essential paddling skills, safety techniques, and an official certification in a breathtaking coastal setting.
Trondheim Kajakk is a Trondheim-based outdoor activity provider offering guided kayak tours, SUP (stand up paddleboard) trips, rentals, courses and seasonal events in Trondheim, Trøndelag. The company operates a broad program that includes instructor-led experiences, self-guided rental options, multi-hour trips and shorter introductory courses designed for beginners and recreational paddlers.
Trondheim Kajakk runs city paddles on the Nidelven river and fjord, Nyhavna kayak tours (with optional sauna), winter kayaking with dry suits and safety briefings, and specialty events such as Halloween padletur, Glowing Kayaking, Lucia-padling and romantic paddles down the Nidelven. Course offerings include Intro to Sea Kayaking, a 16-hour sea kayak course, Intro to SUP, and the EFOIL Licence to Fly experience, which notes wetsuits and life jackets are provided. Rental inventory includes sea kayaks, single and double sit-on-top kayaks, and SUP boards at locations including Nyhavna, Grilstad Marina, Øysand, Brattørkaia and Tautra.
Safety and local knowledge are emphasized: many experiences include an instructor, safety briefing and appropriate equipment such as dry suits for winter kayaking and wetsuits for specified courses. Trondheim Kajakk also offers non-paddling activities like hiking and snowshoeing tied to Trondheim’s trails and tram access. All descriptions and trip options reflect offerings available in Trondheim and nearby locations, allowing visitors to choose guided instruction, rental independence or seasonal themed events.
Location
Trondheim, Trøndelag
Base in Trondheim city
Tours Offered
37 trips
Guided tours, rentals, courses
Guides Available
Yes
Guided tours and courses offered
Amenities
Sauna & gear provided
Nyhavna sauna; wetsuits and life jackets
Book a guided tour, course or rental — safe, local paddle experiences for all levels.
Bring layered wool clothing under dry suits
Wool insulates even when wet and keeps you warm beneath the provided dry suits.
Practice basic swimming skills before the course
Participants must be able to swim at least 50 meters to handle water conditions safely.
Pack waterproof bags thoughtfully
Use small dry bags that fit the kayak’s narrow hatches for easy access and to keep gear dry.
Arrive 15 minutes early for course check-in
This allows time to get fitted with gear and receive safety briefings before heading out.
Dry suit
Keeps you dry and insulated against cold Norwegian waters during the course.
Wool base layers
Provides excellent insulation beneath dry suits, even if damp or wet.
Neoprene gloves
Protects hands from cold without absorbing water, essential for grip and paddle control.
Waterproof dry bags
Keeps small items dry and organized within kayak hatches.