Kon-Tiki Museum

Overview

This museum celebrates Thor Heyerdahl's incredible voyages, showcasing the original Kon-Tiki balsa-wood raft and the papyrus boat Ra II.

Highlights

• Kon-Tiki Raft: The original balsa-wood raft that crossed 6,980 km of Pacific Ocean in 1947.
• Ra II: Papyrus reed boat that crossed the Atlantic from Morocco to Barbados in 1970.
• Oscar-Winning Film: The 1951 documentary won the Academy Award for Best Documentary.

History

Heyerdahl (1914–2002) proved ancient civilizations could make long ocean crossings. His book sold over 50 million copies.

Visitor Tips

• Size: Compact museum, quick visit.
• Combine: Adjacent to the Fram Museum.
• Duration: 30–45 minutes.