Tromsø: Whale Watching Safari on High-Speed Catamaran
- Follow the Atlantic herring and the amazing Humpback and Orca whales that feed on them
- Cruise along the scenic coast of Tromsø in a spacious and comfortable catamaran boat
- Whale watching cruise, guide, thermal winter suit, life jacket, hot meal and drinks included
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Overview
Cruise with us to the whale sighting area along the coast of Northern Norway. Enjoy the Arctic scenery along the way and observe whales in their natural habitat.
What's included?
Scenic transport by comfortable boat
Knowledgeable, English-speaking guide
Info on local history, nature, and culture
Safety instructions and life jacket
Presentation about whales
Hot coffee, tea and water
Snacks and drinks available for purchase
What to expect?
The humpback and orca migrate to Northern Norway, along the coast of Tromsø to feed on the Atlantic herring throughout the dark winter months (mid-October until end of January).
During these months, our catamaran boat departs from Tromsø and takes our safari group in the direction most probable for whale sightings. The journey provides scenic views as we cruise between islands and fjords with amazing mountain backdrops. Depending on weather conditions and whale location, our journey can take up to three hours to reach the sighting area. Once we have spotted the whales, we spend as much time as possible in the sighting area. We drift along with the whales during this time, and we gently follow their path with awareness of our presence in their natural environment. The duration of the tour can be up to 8 hours.
Our boat is spacious, with a comfortable, warm lounge with panoramic windows, a small kiosk, lavatories, and several outside decks.
Didn't get to see whales?
If you don't see any whales on your tour, you can book a second tour for free at our Norwegian Travel Shop (Top floor, Prostneset) in Tromsø. This is subject to available spaces and only applies for tours during winter season 2024/25.
What to know in advance:
We cannot guarantee whale sightings as we are depending on marine life in their natural habitat on this wildlife tour. Sighting might also be affected by difficult weather conditions.
If you don't see any whales on your tour, you can book a second tour for free. (Subject to availability on the next tour) Keep in mind that the weather in the Arctic can be rough and you may become seasick. Take precautionary measures if this is a concern.
Food and beverages
You can buy cold and warm food on board or bring your own.
What to bring
Dress according to the season and weather conditions (e.g. warm footwear, hat, scarf, gloves, layers)
If you need an extra layer, we can offer you a winter overall suit which we have on board the ship.
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Meeting point: The harbourside of Nerstranda, Strandgata 9, Tromsø
Total duration: 08:30 – 16:30 (8 hours) Exact duration depends on the location of the whales