3 hours
E-voucher
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Overview
Paddle down the easy Otra River, down a beautiful landscape with Norwegian nature on both sides. The journey is relaxing and suitable for paddlers of all levels.
The tour starts when we pick you and drive you by car for 10 minutes to the starting point of the river.
At the starting point we will help you get in the kayak safely and guide you down the river. You will also get help from the river's current that pushes you calmly down the river.
The Otra River has very clean water. When you dip your paddles and move the kayak, the water feels fresh.
The area around the river is beautiful. You paddle through forests with tall trees. You will hear birds singing.
As you get close to Kristiansand, the river gets wider. The city has both nature and buildings, and the river takes you right to the center. It’s a great place to end your trip and explore.
The tour ends at the address "Kjoita 10", a 10 minute walk from the city centre!
Paddling the Otra is a trip you will remember. Welcome!
Operated by
Padlegleden - Norway by Kayak
Ratings & Reviews
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Wonderful and kind guide for first timers
AMBER_C, Sept 2025
This was my first time kayaking, and Hakeem was very kind provided excellent instructions and support. We launched in the river and were able to paddle all the way back to Kristiansand. The water was cool and clear, with a little current in some areas. We were with others ranging from tweens to seniors and all were able to participate and keep up. Highly recommend Hakeem, excellent guide!
Wonderful kayaking experience in beautiful Kristiansand
Peter B, Aug 2025
Our cruise ship docked in Kristiansand on August 24th. We booked this kayaking experience because of the reviews we read in advance and we had an amazing time kayaking on the Otra River with Hakeem(owner) and about 20 people, who were mostly on our cruise ship. We were blessed with wonderful weather and had a blast! Hakeem was great to work with. He was readily available for communications before the excursion, great to talk with during the excursion, and was generous to all during the trip on the river. Definitely recommend this experience and working with Hakeem!!!
A relaxed ride with a few prints
T2031FEleond, Aug 2025
Generally we were happy with the tour (couple 31/30 years). Booking was easy, communication good and the two guides excellent! The price is also fine for Norway. One point deduction was awarded for the following: - Entire river trip is along a medium-traffic road - Nature is beautiful but hardly varied - Clothes / shoes in the designated compartments were wet - No return transport to the starting point but 20-25min walk We are glad that we participated, but would not recommend the tour without restriction.
Fantastic experience,...
Helen_R, Aug 2025
Fantastic experience, couldn’t recommend this tour enough. Our family hadn’t been in a kayak before and was reassured the whole way through. Very professional and knowledgeable, thank you!
Itinerary
Kristiansand
- We will pick you up at Odderøyveien 5, 4610 Kristiansand. Meet up outside the building at this address.
- We will then be driven to the starting point of the tour (called Haus)
- We will help you get comfortable in the kayak and teach you everything you need to know
- We will guide you down the river safely!
- The tour will end at the bottom of the river, address is "Kjøita 10", about 1km from Odderøyveien 5 where you got picked up
10 minutes
Experience
Inclusions
- Storage room in the kayak for your belongings (small backpack, jackets etc.)
- Opportunity to bring your phone to take private pictures (on your own responsibility)
- Transportation to the starting point
- Very stable, komfortable and safe kayaks
- Experiences, safe and nice guides
- Local knowledge on the surrounding area
- Equipment, included kajakk, paddle oar and floating west
- Personal feedback and follow-up from the guide
- Instructions on how to kayak
Additional Information
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Guide Languages
Danish
English
Swedish
Norwegian
Cancellation Policy
A full refund will apply if you cancel more than 24 hours before the activity start time.
No refund is possible if you cancel less than 24 hours before the activity start time.