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Join an exciting full-day whale watching tour from Tromsø for an unforgettable Arctic adventure. This Tromsø whale watching tour combines a scenic coastal drive with a magical whale safari from the village of Skjervøy. With a small group and warm suits provided, this is the perfect way to get up close to orcas and humpbacks while enjoying the pristine Arctic scenery.
Highlights:
- Join an exciting full-day whale watching tour from Tromsø to witness magnificent orcas and humpback whales.
- Embark on an intimate whale safari from Skjervøy aboard a rigid inflatable boat (RIB), getting as close as possible to the whales.
- Travel by scenic coastal bus from Tromsø to the remote village of Skjervøy, a global hub for whale watching.
- All necessary gear, including warm flotation suits, and post-tour refreshments are provided.
- Conclude your adventure with a post-safari gathering for sandwiches, hot tea, and coffee.
About this tour:
Set out on a dream adventure for every wildlife enthusiast—an exciting full-day whale watching tour from Tromsø. This exclusive experience, taking place between late October and January, offers the unique opportunity to observe magnificent orcas and humpback whales as they migrate to the bountiful waters near Tromsø for their winter feast on herring.
Your Tromsø whale watching tour begins in the city center with a very early morning pickup around 5:20 AM, near the Scandic Ishavshotel. After boarding a comfortable bus, you’ll embark on a scenic three-and-a-half-hour coastal drive from Tromsø to Skjervøy. This remote fishing village in the heart of the Northern Troms region is a world-renowned destination for whale watching due to its prime location.
Upon arrival, you’ll be provided with warm flotation suits, essential for your journey on a rigid inflatable boat (RIB). With no more than 12 people on board, this magical whale safari offers an intimate experience, allowing you to approach the majestic whales as close as possible in a respectful and thrilling manner. As you ride, keep your eyes peeled for orcas, humpback whales, and other local marine life, all while marveling at the stunning surrounding scenery. This is a chance for a truly immersive experience of whale watching in Tromsø.
After your activity of whale watching from Tromsø concludes, you’ll change out of your suits and join your fellow travelers for well-deserved refreshments. Enjoy sandwiches, hot tea, and coffee as you share stories and photos from your unforgettable encounter. The bus will then transport you back to the city center of Tromsø, concluding your incredible journey.
This is your opportunity to witness the wild beauty of the Arctic and its marine life firsthand, making for an unforgettable and spectacular addition to any trip to Northern Norway.
- Transportation by bus from Tromsø and back
- Whale watching excursion on a RIB boat
- Warm flotation suits
- Tour guide
- Sandwiches
- Coffee
- Tea
Essential Information:
- The departure for whale watching in Tromsø begins at 5:30 AM, so please meet your guide at 5:20 AM at the latest. Please board the red bus from Bussring/Arctic Route, located directly in front of the main entrance of Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø. View in Google Maps.
- Bring as many warm and waterproof clothes as possible to wear beneath our flotation suits during the Rib-boat whale watching trip. Additionally, pack an extra set of clothes to change into afterward in case your main clothes get wet.
- This experience is not suitable for pregnant women, people with pre-existing medical conditions, people with height under 140 cm (4 ft 6 in), people with weight over 120 kg (264 lbs), people with epilepsy, people with respiratory issues, people with heart problems, people with claustrophobia, people with mobility impairments, and people with back problems.
- The tour lasts 12 hours, but you spend about 2.5 hours on a rigid inflatable boat.
- A RIB boat can hold 4 to 12 participants.
- This tour has a moderate level of difficulty.
Activity provider: Green Gold of Norway AS
Frequently Asked Questions
What does this Tromsø whale watching tour include?
This activity of whale watching in Tromsø includes transportation from the city to Skjervøy and back, whale watching excursion on a RIB boat, warm flotation suits, tour guide, sandwiches, and hot drinks.
What is not included in the price of this experience of whale watching in Tromsø?
The price of this activity does not include anything not listed under “included.”
Where and when does this whale watching tour from Tromsø start?
Who is this tour not suitable for?
This tour is not suitable for the following categories of travelers:
- pregnant women
- people with height under 140 cm (4 ft 6 in)
- people with weight over 120 kg (264 lbs)
- people with pre-existing medical conditions
- people with epilepsy
- people with heart problems
- people with mobility impairments
- people with claustrophobia
- people with respiratory issues
- people with back problems.
What will I experience during this whale watching tour from Tromsø?
During this activity of whale watching in Tromsø, you will start your journey with a scenic 3.5-hour drive along the coast to the remote village of Skjervøy, a renowned spot for whale watching. Once there, your group will put on warm flotation suits before boarding a RIB boat — no more than 12 people per boat.
Now, it’s time for the main activity! During this exciting ride on a RIB boat, you’ll have the chance to get up close to wildlife, enjoy the peaceful surroundings of Norway’s Arctic, and most importantly, approach the majestic humpback whales and orcas. This once-in-a-lifetime experience lets participants witness this unique wildlife up close. The activity ends with some refreshments, hot drinks, and a scenic drive back to Tromsø.