From Stø: Summer Whale Watching with Whale Guarantee
- Join an exciting whale watching tour from Stø in Vesterålen, with 100% whale guarantee
- See pilot whales, minke whales, orcas, humpback whales, dolphins and/or harbour porpoise
- Guided whale watching, whale guarantee, whale presentation, soup, bread and drinks included
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Overview
Our tour begins with an informative briefing, ensuring your safety and anticipation of potential wildlife encounters. We then set sail towards the Bleik canyon. We’re on a mission to introduce you to the majestic sperm whale, amidst other vibrant sea dwellers like orcas, humpbacks, and various dolphin species.
What's included?
Full day whale, bird, and seal watching tour
Whale guarantee with free rebooking
Whale presentation by multilingual guide
Hot fish or vegan soup with local ingredients
Beverages including coffee, tea & biscuits
Transfers to/from Stø
What to expect?
The safari begins with a presentation where one of our guides will inform you about the tour, safety on-board and the animals we can expect to encounter.
We head towards the underwater canyon of Bleik, in search of the highlight of the whale-watching tour - the sperm whale (Physeter macrocephalus).
There are at least 10 different whale species that are found in the area, including:
Pilot whale (Globicephala melas)
Minke whale (Balaenoptera acutorostrata)
Orca or killer whale (Orcinus orca)
Humpback whale (Megaptera novaeangliae)
Atlantic white-sided dolphin (Lagenorhynchus acutus)
Harbour porpoise (Phocoean phocoena)
Each safari is different, which makes the experience even more exciting! When we set out from the harbor, we never know exactly what kind of whales wait for us at the sea on that particular day.
On the way back, we will serve you a hot meal: our delicious fish soup or vegetarian soup. The soups contain local supplies and self-collected herbs. You can enjoy the boat ride and magnificent landscapes while summing up the experiences of the safari with our friendly crew.
The last stop on our whale safari is the island of Anda. Here we will take you close to the bird cliffs, which are home to thousands of seabirds. We will also go close to the flat rocks north of the island to see if we find harbour seals resting on the rocks.
Some of the bird species you can expect to see include:
White-tailed Eagle (Haliaeetus albicilla)
Atlantic Puffin (Fratercula arctica)
Cormorant and European shag (Phalacrocorax carbo and Phalacrocorax sinensis)
Kittiwake (Rissa tridactyla)
Common guillemot (Uria aalge)
Razorbill (Alca torda)
Whale Guarantee:
Our safari success rate is around 95 %, but occasionally, it happens that we fail to spot any whales (we are dealing with nature, after all). For such rare days, we have a whale guarantee: If we do not see whales, guests who are interested can join another safari free of charge.
In this case, the guests need to contact the reception and we will do a rebooking for them.
Good to know
Meeting point: Fiskeværsveien 17, Stø in Vesterålen
Meeting time is 1 hour before the boat departure (e.g. 9.00am for the 10.00am departure)
Boat trips last between 6 and 8 hours based on factors like the whales' location, weather conditions, and vessel speed
What to bring
Ensure you are equipped with warm clothing, including a beanie and gloves, as sea temperatures can be chilly. Waterproof clothing is recommended for rainy days. Don’t forget your sunglasses, sun lotion, binoculars, and camera to capture the moment. Bring extra refreshments like food, snacks, water, or soft drinks for personal consumption during the lengthy safari.