Experience Telemark from the water – from peaceful paddling trips to action-packed activities such as wakeboarding and water skiing. Whether you’re looking to relax or get your adrenaline pumping, you’ll find plenty of ways to enjoy the water in Telemark.

Explore paddling and water sports in Telemark

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Wakeboard Arena at Norsjø Ferieland / Norsjø Cabelpark

One of the world's best cable track for wakeboarding, water skiing and kneeling can be found at First Camp Norsjø.

Liagrendvegen 71, 3812 Akkerhaugen

Paddling with Tine Raisbæk

Kayaking is a unique way to experience the archipelago - and all of Telemark has its hidden paddle places.

Årfuglveien 4, 3243 Kodal

Canoeing in Siljan watercourse

Canoe/kayak trip from Siljanelva to Lake Farris (Larvik). Multi-day classic through rapids, Gorningen, and historical Vestfold nature. Portaging required.

3748 Siljan

Arendal watercourse

Paddle from the countryside in Telemark and out to Arendals coast.

3854 Nissedal

Canoing on The Telemark Canal

First Camp Telemark offers a large choice of canoes and kayaks for rent.

Slusevegen 21, 3825 Lunde

Canoe/cayak on lake Nisser (Vrådal)

Lake Nisser is well suited for paddling. Here there is a fantastic island landscape between steep mountains with a good and mild summer climate.

Vråliosvegen 62, 3853 Vrådal

Canoes for rent

Canoes available for rent, various models. All have seating for 2 people, possibility to 3 adults or a family of 4 with young children.

Sluseveien 21, 3825 Lunde

Canoeing and kayaking

Rental of canoes and kayaks from Telemark Adventure at Dalen Bed & Breakfast. Go paddle on Lake Bandak or along The Telemark Canal.

Aasmund Nordgaards veg 6, 3880 Dalen

Canoeing in Herrevassdraget

Popular stretch of water for canoeing in Bamble.

3965 Herre

Paddling in Kragerø

Kragerø with its many freshwater lakes and a wonderful archipelago is a paradise for paddling enthusiasts and offers a varied terrain.

3783 Kragerø Skjærgård

Boat rental in Vrådal

Straand Hotel and Vrådal Tourist Information rent out rowing boats, motor boats, sup, canoes, kayaks and pedal boats to experience Nisser and Vråvatn from the water.

Vråliosvegen 62, 3853 Vrådal

Canoeing in the Falkum river

Explore paddling on the Falkum River! A 5.2 km scenic canoe trip from Fossum to Lake Hjellevannet in Skien. Spot beavers, nature & more. Read here!

3724 Skien

Lindeviki Canoe Camp on The Telemark Canal

Established campsite a modern "padlehuk" for overnight stay, camp fire spot, toilet and space for tents.

3880 Dalen

Make more of your adventure

Discover more to do along the way – from hiking and activities to relaxing breaks in beautiful surroundings.