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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 saw orcas. The guide answered all our questions. It was a great experience for us. We had a hard time seeing whales. We only saw 1 or 2. The food they gave was also filling, everything was great.”

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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

“Several different boats leave, suggest earlier one as it takes 1.5 hours of travel to get out which gives time for it to get lighter out. Also get on the boat early, we got there 15 minutes before and the boat was already mostly full…”

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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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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

“Plenty of seats available and Lorenzo was very helpful and knowledgeable on the area and its wildlife. We were lucky enough to see a few families of orcas. Worth every penny”

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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

“Absolutely phenomenal 24 hour trip. We have been so lucky with the whale watching with loads of Orcas and a couple of humpbacks! We have also seen loads of Northern Lights with helpful announcements on board when visible outside. The crew were also fantastic and…”

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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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