Fjord Cruise and Whale Watching from Tromsø

Organized by Norwegian Travel
This offer is very popular 180 people chose this activity this year

Activity Snapshot

Sensation Level: Adventurous
Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 8 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Norwegian
Cancellation policy: moderate More info
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Activity description

We invite you to come on board and join the team on an adventure that will take you as close as possible to the world's biggest mammals!

Norway has so much to offer but the most amazing thing you can experience is getting up close and personal with the local wildlife. From late October to late January, the Norwegian fjords around Tromsø welcome very special guests: whales, the world’s biggest mammals that visit to feed on herring!

The most common whale species you'll be able to see are the humpback whale, orca, harbor porpoise and sometimes even the fin whales. The islands and waters of the Norwegian fjords are also home to sea eagles, seals, and many different bird species!

After meeting in Tromsø's city center, you'll get briefed on the safety rules on board and you'll also have a presentation about the whales you can spot during our trip! Then, once the boat has reached the whale feeding site, the ship will stay there for an hour and a half.

This is a fantastic experience for wildlife and photography enthusiasts! Even though we can't guarantee sightings, since it depends on these wild creatures, they can guarantee you will have a great experience!

Course of events

Please arrive at 8:30 a.m. at the meeting point, which is located at the harbourside behind Nerstranda.

In addition, the exact duration of the activity will depend on the location of the whales. 

Activity requirements

Minors must have authorization from their parents.

Infants between 0-3 years old are free.

 

Special terms

Please note that whale sightings cannot be guaranteed, as a consequence of weather conditions and whales’ natural behaviour. Due to these changes in weather, the tour can be amended at short notice. This can make the route, duration and destinations different from day-to-day. However, if the whales do not come as early as we expect or leave earlier than expected, you can still enjoy the fjord cruise.

 

Included
  • Life jacket
  • Winter overall suit (if needed)
  • Short documentaries and presentations about the whales and the eco-system in the Arctic
  • Local history, nature and culture
  • Safety instructions
  • Knowledgeable English-speaking guide and host
  • Hot coffee, water and tea
Excluded
  • It is possible to buy snacks onboard the ship or bring along your own snacks
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothes
  • Clothing adjusted to weather conditions (e.g. several layers)
  • Hat, scarf & gloves
  • Medication against motion sickness (if needed)
100% secure payments
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Meeting point
The harbourside behind Nerstranda, Strandgata 9, 9008 Tromsø. Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 10 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
10 days
Cancellation between 4 and 10 days prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
4 days
Cancellation 4 days or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule

Reviews

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4.8 / 5
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  • 4.3 / 5

Malgré un long trajet pour voir les baleines, environ 3h aller, 3h retour, nous avons vu des orques et des baleines à bosses. Le trajet est cependant agréable grâce aux magnifiques paysages des fjords et des pecheurs :) Attention lors de la route si il y a beaucoup de vent. Risque de mal de mer ^^

  • 5 / 5

Die Crew hat alles gegeben, damit wir einen unvergesslichen Tag hatten

  • 5 / 5

We enjoyed the expertise of Daniel he was very funny and most knowledgeable so he made it fun all 7 hrs of sailing we got to see group of Humpback whales fascinating!

  • 4 / 5

nice

  • 5 / 5

Env. 2h30 pour arriver sur site. Superbes shows vus a plusieurs reprises : groupe de 10 a 15 baleines face a nous à 50/100m du bateau, pendant plusieurs min. Quelques orques. Un vri moment Superbes paysages. Bateau confortable et bien déneigé. Combi thermique dispo a bord si besoin. Bonnes explications à bord avec support Video TV. Services collations OK. Essayez d'arriver vraiment en avance afin d'avoir de bonnes places/tables plutôt que quelques bouts de banquettes à l'arriere. L'une des meilleures excursions faites pendant notre sejour (1 sem 5 pers)

  • 5 / 5

Cette excursion était magnifique, un spectacle majestueux des baleines et des orques à perte de vue et également des aigles des mers. Je recommande fortement, le personnel était incroyable et la bateau confortable et chauffé.

  • 5 / 5

Der Ausglug mit dem Boot in die norwegischen Fjords war traumhaft! Die wunderschöne Landschaft wurde durch die Sichtung von Walen angerundet.

  • 3.8 / 5

2h30 de bateau pour arriver sur site. malheureusement ce jour là, mauvaise météo, beaucoup de houle. Vu 3/4 baleines mais pas grand chose comparé à la veille (meilleur météo donc vu une 20aine de cétacés).

  • 5 / 5

Amazing activity day of seeing whales and birds 🦅

  • 5 / 5

Bateau très confortable (et chauffé!) qui vous emmène à 2h30 de tromso voir les baleines à bosse et les orques. La traversée des fjords est très belle. Prévoir des vêtements chauds et des gants tactiles (pour ceux qui comme moi on un iPhone) car une fois sur le pont il fait très froid et on peut vite perdre un doigt ;)

  • 5 / 5

Excellent tour. No whales to be seen but scenery was amazing.

  • 5 / 5

It was an amazing tour and experience. The crew was very kind and friendly and helpful, many thanks.

  • 4.3 / 5

The activity was quite nice. The cruise through the fjords was absolutely stunning. Good thing we were provided with hot drinks and thermal suits because the wind made it extremely cold outside the cabin!

  • 5 / 5

Considering the weather the team made every effort to find at least a couple of orcas. We had a choice to rebook before we left if we decided to go a different day due to weather. We were one of the only boats that managed to see the whales even though it was brief. Will definitely be going again.

  • 5 / 5

The activity was very good although the conditions were very poor. We were offered an alternative day but unfortunately, it was our last day. We did see some orcas but again conditions were very stormy.

  • 5 / 5

We were lucky with the weather (beautiful calm day), and so had an amazing trip through the fjords during the polar night. After 2.5 hours we reached the bay where the whales feed - the crew kept us close to the action and we saw humpbacks and orca. We were travelling with kids and they loved it - though at times they needed to fight their way to the front to see as everyone gravitated to the side of the boat closest to the whales! As we had young kids we didn't go on the RIB boats - but the people who did got a great display on the day we went and got really close to the whales. You can still see everything from the main boat, but are a bit further back. Crew were great and the boat was comfortable. Highly recommended.

  • 5 / 5

Tout était magnifique : le parcours dans les fjords, les paysages uniques, les luminosités magiques, les baleines enfin. Et des accompagnatrices souriantes et compétentes. Bref c’était tout à fait réussi et à refaire.

  • 5 / 5

Good! Very interesting and impressive

  • 5 / 5

The Trip was amazing! We saw a whole pod of killer whales and two humpback whales and it was insane. We were lucky that the weather was awesome and there were almost no waves. I spent about 4 hours on deck just enjoying the beautiful nature around Tromso!

  • 5 / 5

We were very lucky with the stellar weather and for having the opportunity to watch some orcas and whales!

  • 5 / 5

A breathtaking experience. They travel to where they know the whales are feeding (in this case a 2 hour + boat journey) and all the tour guides were very attentive. Tea and coffee available on board as well as biscuits, plus extra food available at a cost. We were lucky to meet a large amount of Orca’s that came right up to the boat and then saw some humpback whales from a bit of a distance. The driver and team are constantly on the watch for activity and move you as close as possible.

  • 5 / 5

Awesome landscapes, discovering the arctic with a very good team of guides !

  • 5 / 5

Whale watching

  • 4 / 5

We went on a whale safari/fjord cruise with Artic Explorer. We were very lucky on that day I think. We had the chance to see 2 humperback whales and between 3/5 killer whales. The scenery was amazing. All this with amazing fjords and a beautiful sunset.

  • 5 / 5

Absolutely fantastic trip ... very interactive as their was information provide both on the journey out and back on the boat. The guides were extremely knowledgeable and customer focussed. As it was the last day of the trip we did not anticipate seeing any whales however we managed to see humpback whales and a large family if Orca.. got amazing photos will be an experience to remember.

  • 5 / 5

We went on the whale watching tour, saw lots of orca, 2 humpbacks and sea eagles also

  • 4.5 / 5

Whale safari

  • 5 / 5

Absolutely Amazing!!!

  • 5 / 5

The experience was great, really great! We 'met' a high number of whales (more than 10) and they were with us more than one hour. Good job of the organizers! I also enjoyed the view of the nice scenarios that we watched during the trip in the boat.

  • 5 / 5

Everything was great, in the beginning, there were low chances of watching the whales, but the team made it and we found them. The guides were really nice and had very dynamic explanations.