Join an Arctic whale-watching safari in the village of Andenes on a day trip by bus from Svolvær. Watch majestic orcas, sperm whales, and other sea mammals from an inflatable boat.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund
- Reserve now & pay later
- Keep your travel plans flexible — book your spot and pay nothing today.
- Duration 14 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Driver
- English
- Audio guide included
- English
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Meeting point
This activity starts with bus transport at 07:35 AM (be there by 07:25 AM) in - - Solvær from Hurtigruten Bus stop (next to Thon Hotel in Svolvær) - with bus number 930. You can also hop on at Svinøya Rorbuer at 07:40 AM (arrive by 07:30 AM). - Hop off at the bus stop 'Whale Safari Hamnegata' around 12:35 (pm). - After the whale watching, hop back on the bus at 16:45 (4.45pm) at the same location - be on time! - You will be back in Svolvær around 21:30 (9.30pm).
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What to bring
- Food and drinks
Know before you go
- Look for the red Bussring/Arctic Route bus with number 930. Be on time, latest at 07:25 on Hurtigruten Bus terminal in Svolvær, or latest 07:30 at Svinøya Rorbuer.
- Don't mind the message that the PUBLIC bus stop is moved, Arctic Route bus still leaves from this bus stop.
- Download digital guiding app with practical info - Voice Of Norway-app
- Hop off the bus at 12:35, in front of the whale watching supplier in Andenes.
- This activity is weather-dependent. If the tour is canceled, you will be informed as soon as possible and rescheduled for another day if places are available - if not, you receive a full refund.
- The bus has onboard Wi-Fi and charging ports. Restroom stops are also made along the tour.
- The fitness level required for this tour is medium, as you will go out on an open boat in the open sea.
- Due to weather, you can be transferred to the 14:00 departure, a 2-hour tour. You will be notified of this and can get a full refund if you prefer not to go on this alternative time slot.