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12 Best Tromso Whale Watching

The whale trips in the herring season: orcas and humpbacks crowding the fjords near Skjervoy from late autumn to January, by fast RIB or warm-deck catamaran. The herring set the calendar; book inside their window.

2.From Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy

Experience unforgettable whale watching in Skjervoy from Tromso, with expert guides, close encounters with orcas and humpbacks, and stunning Arctic scenery.

★ 4.7

“Very professional equipment and guide! We saw so many whales—it was such a memorable trip! The overall service was also excellent, I can give it a perfect score!”

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3.Silent Whale Watching

Experience Tromsø's marine wildlife on a silent whale watching tour with knowledgeable guides, stunning fjord views, and a chance to see orcas and humpbacks.

★ 4.5

“Absolutely lovely experience! Great and friendly crew - really respected the Wild life in the water, very informative and delicious snacks onboard.”

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4.Tromsø: Skjervøy RIB Whale Watching Tour

Experience the thrill of orca and whale sightings on a 12-hour adventure from Tromsø, combining scenic fjord travel, expert guides, and Arctic wildlife.

★ 4.7

“What a magical day! Our guide Sim was super knowledgeable and friendly and we were lucky enough to start seeing orcas and humpbacks straight away. They were feeding on a huge school of herring just underneath us, it was an incredible experience ✨🐳”

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5.From Tromsø: Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

Experience the thrill of whale watching on a 3-hour RIB safari from Tromsø to Skjervøy, with expert guides, wild whales, and Arctic scenery.

★ 4.8

“We had such a great trip with Ivar and his entire crew in Skjervøy. They were very helpful, provided great information about the location, nature and the whales. We got to see so many whales, including humpbacks and entire orca families. The provided clothes kept…”

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6.24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

Experience 24 hours of Arctic adventure with Northern Lights hunting and whale watching from Tromsø, Norway. Expert guides, cozy cabins, and breathtaking views.

★ 5.0

“Knowledgable guides gave informative talks on Northern Lights and whales, food good, cabins comfortable. Unfortunately overcast so no northern lights, but whale watching for 3.5hrs was exceptional. So so many orcas, as well as humpback and fin whales. We went for the whales so we…”

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8.Whale Safari in Tromso

Experience close-up whale viewing in Tromsø on a fast, comfortable catamaran. Enjoy expert guides, stunning Arctic waters, and a 6-8 hour adventure.

★ 4.5

“Crew were friendly and informative. We saw a pod of orcas but not in the ‘usual’ spot but as a consequence of stopping we no longer had time to go to the ‘usual’ spot of activity. The question is of course - better see something…”

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9.Tromsø: 24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

Experience the magic of Tromsø with a 24-hour all-inclusive cruise, whale watching, and Northern Lights viewing, complete with meals and expert guides.

★ 4.9

“Ein ganz tolle Reise mit super Eindrücken in die Natur. Essen war auch hervorragend! Beste Option um Nordlichter und Wale zu sehen. Kein langweiliges sitzen auf einem Boot ohne wirklich was zu sehen, wie bei den Tagestouren!”

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10.Snorkeling with Orcas In Norway, 4 days All-Inclusive expedition

Experience 4 days of all-inclusive snorkeling with orcas and humpbacks in Norway’s Arctic, with expert guides, stunning scenery, and top-tier comforts.

★ 5.0

“An incredibly amazing unforgettable experience. A nice small group with 2 very experienced and knowledgeable crew members (an Australian and a Frenchman). This trip was the highlight of our holiday in Norway.”

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11.Arctic Whale Watching: Tromsø to Skjervøy in Comfort

Experience the thrill of spotting whales from Tromsø to Skjervøy on a comfortable, guided tour featuring scenic transport, cozy yacht, and expert insights.

★ 2.6

“Fuimos de Tromso a Skervoy en autobus comodo. Al llegar el propietario del yate nos estaba esperando. El trayecto en el yate fue agradable con calefacción en todo momento. Vimos muchas orcas y ballenas de cerca. Estuvimos mucho rato con ellas y con la posibilidad…”

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