2-day (12hr) Våttkort Beginner Course Sea Kayak (grunnkurs i havkajakk) - Bjørvika, Oslo

2-day (12hr) Våttkort Beginner Course Sea Kayak (grunnkurs i havkajakk) - Bjørvika, Oslo
From NOK NOK2,499.00
  • Duration: 12 Hours (approx.)
  • Location: Oslo, Bjørvika
  • Product code: grunnkurs_hav
This 12hr (two-day) beginner sea kayak course (grunnkurs i hav kajakk) is a step above our 2.5hr introduction kayak course (Introkurs i havkajakk). On this kayak course, you will have more than enough time to gain the know-how and confidence to venture out on your own multi-day kayaking adventures, making this kayak course perfect for those wanting to embark on their own kayaking trips in Oslo, Norway, or anywhere around the world! 


The course entails two days of fun on Oslofjord, Saturday to Sunday. The course starts at 0900am on Saturday at Mad Goats Bjørvika, and ends at 1400 (2pm) on Sunday at the same location. During these two days you will build a solid beginner-level foundational skill-set in sea kayaking, ranging from the technical paddling skills, safety, group paddling, introduction to kayak rolling, and how to pack a sea kayak. We will be camping overnight at Langøyene, a beautiful island close to Oslo city (this is optional). You will need to bring camping equipment, food and water if you decide you want to camp. If you do not want to camp overnight, you simply leave your kayak and equipment with us at Langøyene on Saturday, catch the ferry back to Oslo, and meet us back at Langøyene on Sunday morning. You will be awarded your Grunnkurs Hav våttkort certificate on completion of this kayaking course. 


  • Day one (Saturday): 0900 - 1600 (4pm) - start with basic skills, paddle trip around the fjord, finish at Langøyene where you have the option to camp. If you do not want to camp you can take the ferry back to Oslo and meet at Langøyene on Sunday at 0900. Even though we finish the course at 16:00, you still have the option to go out paddling later into the afternoon, practicing your new skills or exploring. 
  • Day two (Sunday): 09:00 - 14:00 (2pm) - refresh basic skills taught day before + kayak rolling element for those who want. Kayak trip around the fjord finishing back at Mad Goats Bjørvika. 

All important course info will be sent to you in the booking confirmation email once you have paid for the course online. Please do not hesitate to reach out if you have any questions: +47 40080440 / kontakt@madgoats.no 


Our certified kayak instructors provide an in-depth focus on: 

  • Sea kayak paddling techniques 
  • Safety on the water while in a kayak
  • Kayak rescue drills for yourself and others
  • Learn to paddle as a team
  • How to pack your kayak efficiently for overnight trips and day trips
  •  Introduction to the kayak roll 
  •  Includes all paddling equipment 
  • kayak, paddle, life vest, sprayskirt, wetsuit, waterproof jacket, and booties. We recommend you wear a woolen base layer (under-tøy), wool socks, bring shoes you don’t mind getting wet, and a towel. 

You will receive your Norwegian NPF Våttkort – Level 1 and 2 – a nationally recognized kayaking qualification allowing you to rent kayaks individually, or with friends. Mad Goats has several kayak rental (kajakk utleie) locations along the Oslo waterfront: Bjørvika and Tjuvholmen. 

After completing this våttkort kayak course, you can rent a kayak alone or bring your friends and family out kayaking with you - only one person in the group needs their våttkort. Oslo Fjord has many beautiful islands to explore, stop for a swim, picnic, or even camp on - the freedom of kayaking adventure awaits you!

“Catch you on the water!”