Bodø: RIB Safari to Saltstraumen & White-Tailed Eagle Safari
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Overview
Travel by RIB to Saltstraumen, known for the world’s strongest tidal current and spectacular whirlpools. The trip includes close-up views of white-tailed eagles, the largest bird of prey in Northern Europe, with several stops for scenery and wildlife observation. Led by experienced skippers familiar with the Bodø region, the tour departs from Bodø harbour. Safety equipment and thermal suits are provided. Hats and mittens are available to borrow if needed. Suitable for those prepared for changing coastal weather.
What's included?
RIB-safari to Saltstraumen from/to central Bodø
Experienced and knowledgeable skippers
Cruising alongside the whirpools, narrow straits
Cruising up-close to white-tailed eagles
Safety equipment and life jackets
Thermal suit and goggles included
Hats and mittens available to borrow
What to expect?
Saltstraumen is one of the Wild Wonders of Europe. Every six hours up to 400 million cubic meters of sea water forces it way through the 150m narrow strait. The current can gain speed up to 20 knots, which can create whirlpools up to 10m in diameter- An attarction you should not miss when visitng Bodø.
Sea eagle safari and sightseeing
The white-tailed eagle is Northern Europe’s largest bird of prey and their wing span can get up to 2,4m. We make several stops on our way to Saltstraumen, where we tell you about the surroundings and focus on getting a close-up encounter with the eagles. So don’t forget to bring a camera! The skippers are known in the area and will tell intersting stories connected to the Bodø area and will gladly answer any questions during the trip.
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Good to know
Meeting point at floating office in the barbour of Bodø city, located just below the library Stormen
What to bring
If it is raining or cold: waterproof shoes with thick soles and clothes depending on the weather. Preferably good leisure trousers and warm clothes if it is cool. We recommend that you have your own mittens and hat if the weather is cool, but we also have them for loan.