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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

“We came across orcas and whales in the middle of lunch - it was a spectacular sight! Before leaving, we were offered a refund if we were afraid of getting sick because the weather was bad. I was very happy to have had the opportunity…”

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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

“Loved every minute. we saw orchas and more! Lovely heated inside and fabulous hot chocolate. Really lovely staff”

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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

“Amazing experience! Cold as it was expected, we were very well taken care of. The expedition lasts for hours so you definitely get your money worth. We did see many orcas and a few whales even though it was the end of the migrating season.…”

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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

“I think the is the best of all tour operators in Skjervøy. It’s a smaller business but very very recommendable. We got warming clothes and shoes and goggles. I liked that this tour operator did NOT chase the whales like the other companies. We saw…”

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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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7.Tromsø: Orca and Whale Watching comfort heated boat Trip

Discover the thrill of whale watching in Norway's Barents Sea aboard a heated, comfortable boat with expert guides—perfect for wildlife photography and Arctic adventure.

★ 4.8

“It was a very satisfying activity. The guide explained the knowledge of whales very carefully throughout the whole process and suggested the direction of whales for us at the first time. He even went to the second place to look for whales that were closer…”

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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

“Really enjoyed it, lovely catamaran with comfortable lounge, very clean, lovely friendly knowledgeable crew, highly recommend for a lovely trip!!”

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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

“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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