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Mad Goats
Mad Goats
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Sightseeing ToursStand Up PaddleboardingKayaking & Canoeing
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Monday
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday
7:30 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday
12:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Saturday
7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
Sunday
7:30 AM - 9:30 PM
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Mad Goats is Oslo’s largest kayak, packraft, and stand-up paddling (SUP) activity provider, and is best known for our Akerselva River Kayak & packraft Tour. We also offer floating sauna experiences on Oslofjord in Tjuvholmen, Oslo. This is a must-do if visiting Oslo, Norway; jumping into the ice-cold waters of the fjord followed by a hot sauna, and surrounded by friendly people - Life does not get better! Our floating saunas can be booked for private groups or public sessions and is open 7-days a week. We run våttkort beginner sea kayak courses and offer Kayak tours along the central Oslo waterfront, and whitewater rafting and kayaking in Sjoa, Heidal. We are happy-energetic Goats & love to have fun on the water! We are well-known in Oslo for our famous Akerselva River Tour, an urban paddling tour through the heart of Oslo. If you are looking for an authentic trip with professional yet easy-going fun guides, then you are in the right place! Hope to “catch you on the water” soon, Goat!
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On the Water
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Keith B
2 contributions
Sept 2023 • Solo
I had a cracking day out with the lads at Bjørvika taking the våttkort it's was a thoroughly enjoyable/fulfilling experience and 100% worth the effort let alone the money. Unfortunately I cannot remember our groups instructors name the German fella, but he was a very nice,fun and professional guy. We learnt a lot all the while having a blast 😃. Will definitely be back for more courses and tours with them at Mad Goats, and also heading up to their partner location at Sjoa after winter. See you's on the water Guy's & Gal's 👍👍
Written 17 September 2023
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Hi and thanks so much, his name was Pascal and I will pass the message on for you.
So glad you enjoyed and hope we see you out on the water soon.
Written 18 September 2023
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bjornlindahl
Lillestrom, Norway83 contributions
Oct 2023 • Couples
Taproom in Ols town Oslo, Norway!
Untapped Verified Venue.
English guys running the taproom.
Very pleasant visit. Cool place, a lot of brilliant beers!
I recommend thos place a 100 days in a week….might not be 100 dats in a week, but anyways…I recommend it rhat often any way
Untapped Verified Venue.
English guys running the taproom.
Very pleasant visit. Cool place, a lot of brilliant beers!
I recommend thos place a 100 days in a week….might not be 100 dats in a week, but anyways…I recommend it rhat often any way
Written 10 October 2023
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You have reviewed the wrong company. We are not a bar; we are a kayak and sauna company. 😊
Written 9 March 2024
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Annette
Oslo, Norway2 contributions
Apr 2024 • Couples
This was an educational and fun boat to introduce to sea kayak paddling with a wet card as well. We chose Mad Goats on recommendation, and are spreading the word. MG instructor Tomas took great pictures for us to immortalize it all because we had our hands full paddling! Thanks Mad Goats and Tomas!
Written 7 April 2024
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Hey!
Really appreciate the great review! It was awesome to teach you kayaking and I hope to see you out on the Oslo fjord this summer! :)
Written 9 April 2024
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Thaoski
7 contributions
Jun 2021 • Friends
Had a great and fun time doing SUP twice. Had also a kind and helpful instructor. Highly recommend Filip as instructor. Great activity to do in Oslo. Would totally try it again and even kayaking.
Written 28 July 2021
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SUP is so much fun! Hope you have time to try some kayaking with us next time too. Thanks for the lovely review :-)
Written 1 July 2022
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Michiel J
1 contribution
Sept 2024 • Solo
I took the initial vattkort course with Dean as excellent instructor. We were a group of only three participants, which allowed us to practice all techniques under permanent supervision. I had some minor practical experience and learned a lot - from basic techniques to rescuing exercises. I'm very glad I took the course and will slide into the water with more security and confidence, now. Thanks a lot !
Written 26 September 2024
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Hey George!
Thank you so much for the great review. We are very happy you had a good time and welcome you back on some paddling adventures if you are ever again in Oslo! :)
Written 27 September 2024
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Anastasija T
Norway46 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Nice, chill adventure for single people, couples or friends.
Exciting to see Oslo from another angle.
Kind and friendly guide took good care of us all. Explained and showed everything.
This adventure is safe for kids too.
Exciting to see Oslo from another angle.
Kind and friendly guide took good care of us all. Explained and showed everything.
This adventure is safe for kids too.
Written 17 July 2022
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Hey,
Thanks for joining us on the water and thank you for the amazing review - welcome back! :)
Written 29 January 2023
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häschen h
19 contributions
Aug 2019
I did the river tour today. It was guided unprofessionally, only 1 guide for nearly 15 people , but 2 people to drive the car from start to end. No help to get into to boat or out of it, even for total beginners. The guide couldn't see the whole group during the trip. She asked for an voluntary guest to stay at the back (no interest if this is an experienced person). In the tunnel this person passed me without noticing. I totaly lost orientation (hit the wall several times) and the connection to the group, but nobody cared about.
Even if they don't tell you, you will get wet because they don't have the splash protection you normally use in an kayak.
I felt really unprofessionally guided and unsecure. I wouldn't recommend the tour, at least if you don't have any experience
Even if they don't tell you, you will get wet because they don't have the splash protection you normally use in an kayak.
I felt really unprofessionally guided and unsecure. I wouldn't recommend the tour, at least if you don't have any experience
Written 31 August 2019
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I can't comment on this particular experience from many years ago, but I can assure you that over the last few years we have worked a lot on our standards of training, professionalism and river safety. If you ever visit Oslo again please get in touch and hopefully you can join us for another tour.
Written 1 July 2022
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krofamily
Illinois29 contributions
Jul 2024 • Family
We had an amazing experience with the sauna. Instructions and directions were clear. Sauna was clean and changing area was available. Met some great people and loved jumping into the cold sea - several times after relaxing and heating up in the sauna - great views, a great and unique experience
Written 4 August 2024
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Hey!
Thanks for the great review! Sauna life on Oslo fjord really is the best and we love sharing this with people. We are very happy you had a good time at our floating sauna and we welcome you back. :)
Written 6 August 2024
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Ranasworld
1 contribution
Aug 2022 • Solo
I really enjoyed the paddle course with Philip. He is friendly and empathetic and just cool. I would def come here for my equipment.
Written 1 September 2022
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Hey, Thanks for the great review.
Filip is such a kind and competent instructor. We will make sure he hears about this. Hope to catch you on the water! :)
Written 29 January 2023
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Sofe
Stockholm, Sweden4 contributions
Jul 2022 • Couples
Wonderful experience. Great introduction and coach. Learning by doing. Fun ride with lots of laughter. Really appriciated
Written 19 July 2022
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