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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.

1.From Tromsø: Whale & Orca Safari with Lunch Included

Experience Arctic marine life on a Tromsø whale and orca safari with lunch. Enjoy expert guides, stunning scenery, and close encounters with whales.

Most Popular★ 4.4

“Thank you Polar Adventures for amazing experience! This was one of a kind. We were on this cruise mid-November - great time to explore Tromsø. In the early morning we set off from the shore, which allowed us to admire the sun rising over the…”

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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

“We joined a whale-watching trip from Tromsø knowing in advance that sightings are never guaranteed and that sea conditions could be rough. The crew were very transparent before departure and even offered the option to disembark with a full refund, which was appreciated. The trip…”

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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 a spectacular day. whales were socialising and approached close to our rib boat. we saw whale breaching, small baby orca squicking in joy, amazing tail performances!”

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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

“The crew and tour guides are lovely, couldn’t do more for you to ensure upmost comfort. Knowledgeable about the whales and northern lights with several talks across the 2 days. We learnt lots of new things. Cabins are comfy and warm and there’s several food…”

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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

“Very knowledgeable staff and although the whales didn't come out to play a lot, the orcas fins and a hump back whale breach was seen by some people on the cruise.”

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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

“L'accueil a été génial et l'accompagnement fantastique durant toute la croisière. La cabine était très confortable et les repas servis à bord de qualité. Tout l'équipage se met en quatre pour rendre votre expérience inoubliables et pour nous c'est réussi. La rencontre avec les orques…”

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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

“This trip was a bucketlist trip for me and it couldn’t have been any better! Nick and Harrkon were the best! Food was unreal worth every penny! Even know there were other boats and the animals were so big I never felt unsafe there saftey…”

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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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