From Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy

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Activity provider:Green Gold of Norway AS
From Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy
Top rated
4.7 out of 5 stars
4.7
938 reviews

Explore the beauty of the Kvaenangen Fjord by Skjervoy and see orcas and/or humpback whales chasing large amounts of herring fish.

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Duration 12 hours
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Seldin – Slovenia

It was perfect, well organized, profesional skiper and tour guide, our wishes came truth as we saw lots of whales.

M
Maureen – France

Great day, the weather was not the best but it was better than expected and other tours got canceled but not this one. Didn’t get cold thanks to all the layers and the dry suit they provided just a bit wet due to the waves on my face but nothing too bad thanks to the mask. I would say it though an improvement would be for the guide to try and change the position of the boat so that each side can get good views at some point as today most of the actions were on the other side than mine and it was difficult to see clearly and get nice pictures/videos without another person in the shoot. I requested it at some point as I was a bit disappointed and the guide did it twice after but it would be best if that was done automatically. Time at sea was good about 2.30/3h. Bus from and to Tromso was good too. A bit expensive but very interesting experience

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Highlights

  • Go whale watching in a rigid-inflatable boat with no more than 12 people aboard
  • Marvel at orcas and humpback whales as they chase herring
  • Take in panoramic views of the Kvaenangen Fjord by Skjervoy
  • Experience nature and wildlife in their own habitat

Full description

Watch magnificent humpback whales and orcas feed on shoals of herring when they migrate to Skjervoy between November and January. Enjoy a scenic panoramic drive from Tromso to Skjervoy, then hop into a rigid-inflatable boat (RIB) for a once-in-a-lifetime experience.

Meet at the Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromso bright and early. From here, drive for 3.5 hours to Skjervoy to meet your guide. Once in Skjervoy, receive a warm flotation suit before getting into the RIB.

Then, set off on a 2.5-hour whale watching excursion in the Kvaenangen Fjord. Marvel at the natural scenery and keep your eyes peeled for orcas and humpback whales, as well as other local wildlife. After your excursion, refresh with some sandwiches, tea, and coffee before driving back to Tromso.

Includes

  • Bus transfer from Tromso and back
  • Rigid-inflatable boat whale watching excursion
  • Tour guide
  • Warm flotation suits
  • Sandwiches
  • Tea
  • Coffee

Not suitable for

  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People with mobility impairments
  • People with claustrophobia
  • People with heart problems
  • People with respiratory issues
  • People with epilepsy
  • People over 264 lbs (120 kg)
  • People under 4 ft 6 in (140 cm)

Meeting point

The departure time is 05:30 am for whale watching tomorrow. Please meet up latest 05:20 am. Please go directly on board the red bus from Bussring/Arctic Route which will be standing right in front of the main entrance of Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø. Adresse: Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø. Please take as many warm and waterproof clothes as you can (to have under our flotation suits) during the Rib-boat whale watching excursion. Please also bring an extra set of clothes to change after the excursion in case your clothes get wet. Welcome!

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Important information

Know before you go

  • The total duration of the tour is 12 hours
  • You spend 2.5 hours on the rigid-inflatable boat
  • There are 4-12 participants per boat
  • This tour has a medium level of difficulty
  • The minimum height to take part in this tour is 140 centimeters (55 inches)

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.7 /5

based on 938 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.7/5
  • Value for money
    4.5/5

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Seldin – SloveniaJanuary 25, 2025 – Verified booking
It was perfect, well organized, profesional skiper and tour guide, our wishes came truth as we saw lots of whales.
M
Maureen – FranceJanuary 17, 2025 – Verified booking
Great day, the weather was not the best but it was better than expected and other tours got canceled but not this one. Didn’t get cold thanks to all the layers and the dry suit they provided just a bit wet due to the waves on my face but nothing too bad thanks to the mask. I would say it though an improvement would be for the guide to try and change the position of the boat so that each side can get good views at some point as today most of the actions were on the other side than mine and it was difficult to see clearly and get nice pictures/videos without another person in the shoot. I requested it at some point as I was a bit disappointed and the guide did it twice after but it would be best if that was done automatically. Time at sea was good about 2.30/3h. Bus from and to Tromso was good too. A bit expensive but very interesting experience
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Pavel – Czech RepublicJanuary 13, 2025 – Verified booking
Great guide. We saw a lot of orcas. The information we got from the guide vere extremly interesting. Thank you

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Activity provider:Green Gold of Norway AS

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