The marine biologists historically have never seen so many whales as in the last years around the arctic county of troms. Humpback, minky and orca are occasionally seen around senja, lyngen and kvaenangen areas but springer whales, porpoises and dolphins are commonly seen. Lady elsie tromso fishing and whale watching in tromso fredrik langes gate 2, 9108 tromso, norway rated 4. After whale safari, guided tour by bus of the tromso, also known as the paris of the north, the guide will tell about the history of the city and show the sights of tromso, after youll have an entire day free in tromso to explore the city, engage in optional safaris or tours, and enjoy the atmosphere of this prime northern lights.
The 37ft charter boat we use is located 10 meters away from the restaurant door. We focus on the north of the country as this is where we can offer the best wildlife experiences. Whale watching in norway best places and time to see. Explore the arctic landscapes and see beautiful fjords on a 7hour cruise. It was just an crazy, beautiful and amazing experience, and i have to join a new boat trip soon. How to choose the best whale watching tours in iceland and. Set sail around the fjords of skjervoy in a rib and spot orca and humpback whales in their natural environment. Tromso is situated about 350 km from the arctic circle, and is the largest city in northern norway. So it makes sense to increase your chances of a sighting by joining a guided excursion, especially if youre only in tromso briefly. I may be wrong, but for excursions from malangen, i believe you commute to tromso.
The tromso and norwegian sealing and whaling industries. The sun doesnt make it fully over the horizon so you get light for a couple of hours and that light isnt strong. Join the ultimate norwegian safari experience on this 3hour whalewatching tour from tromso. Lady elsie tromso fishing and whale watching in tromso. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in norway. This has provided our whale watching partners in tromso with a challenge. This worldclass whale experience will give you memories that will last a lifetlime. This is whale watching in tr omso, northern norway aboard lady elsie. Norway is a very expensive country, and everything you do here will easily get very expensive. Hi all we are trying to arrange a trip in jan or feb next year to include whale watching and northern lights. Whale safari in tromso, norway fjord travel norway.
The only difference from our other tours is that you must meet in skjervoy, instead of tromso like on the other whale tours. After a pickup from troms, travel to the nearby island of kval ya and jet out to sea in search of humpback, pilot, killer and fin whales. There are numerous photos of henry rudy after his time as a trapper and a member of the. In a small group of no more than 11 people, travel out to sea on a luxury catamaran and soak up the majestic arctic landscape, filled with fjords and mountains, while. Look for whales around the waters of northern norway on this 5hour whale watching cruise by rib rigid inflatable boat. Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them help with planning their vacation. On day two we add fishing in to your arctic experience, everyone can catch the fish of a life time in the arctic. Whether you book a whale safari in norway in summer or in winter. There is free coffee and tea and biscuits on board, though you might want to bring a snack as it will take 6 hours or more. Search for humpback, killer and fin whales, as well as seals and white tailed eagles, from the exclusivity of a small tour group. When you start your arctic expedition from tromso in norway, you will soon discover that you.
Find out here when and where to go whale watching in the whales natural habitats. If youve always wanted to witness the humbling sight of humpback and killer whales in the wild then norway, in the fjords to the north of tromso, is one of the best places in the world to do just that. One of the most famous sons of tromso is a borderline crazy trapper called henry rudi 18891970, who spent 27 years in the arctic, allegedly killing 7. You can rent a car and drive to skjervoy, or you can do the transfer by boat or bus. We missed the chance to book london tromso direct, but the stop in oslo became part of the trip. Times are tough for the travel community right now. Booking seats for all flights and information about airport baggage handling in oslo. The sea is frequently rough and the whales are somewhere else. In 2016 there was whales in the tromso fjords until midfebruary, and in 2017 they left 3 weeks earlier so, its looks they arrive earlier and leaves earlier from year to year, and the scientist are now talking about that maybe this season is the last year for the whales around tromso, since they continue further north.
For the whale watching, they go out during the twilight hours, it is not pitch dark 24 hours a day. How to choose the best whale watching tours in iceland and norway. Feb 15, 2018 in 2016 there was whales in the tromso fjords until midfebruary, and in 2017 they left 3 weeks earlier so, its looks they arrive earlier and leaves earlier from year to year, and the scientist are now talking about that maybe this season is the last year for the whales around tromso, since they continue further north. An 3 hour whale watching tour on kattfjord, kvaloya, tromso arctic norway, at december 9th, 20. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. The van, very well driven by odd, was cozy and comfy, and there was a really informative northern lights video shown along the way, as well as the odd fun fact from markus our amazing guide.
Where to see whales in northern norway tromso this winter. Arctic adventure norway as invites you on a magnificent whale safari in one of the richest marine environments on earth. Northern norway offers some of the best whale watching opportunities in northern europe. Lying in the far north of europe, the seasons vary greatly in norway throughout the year. The lofoten and the vesteralen 300km north of the polar. Find out here when and where to go whale watching in. Northern norway is one of the best places to see northern lights and whales. Im wondering where i could go then for whale watching second week feb. Hello all whale lovers the first whales has arrived the coast of the island of kvaloya the whale island, outside tromso. If you are an avid fan of whale watching, planning a holiday to the kingdom of norway could be the perfect opportunity to pursue the hobby further. It was the rapid exploitation of seal, whale and arctic and subarctic fisheries. Find out what attracts killer whales to norway, whats the best time of year to watch whales and what you can. I have 6nights only between tromso n a good location for whale watching could u kindly.
Marine ecotourism is a huge opportunity for coastal communities, but only if its sustainable. It seems that tromso was a key port in this trade but. Norway is a tough act to follow, no matter the season. Whale watching in tromso, norway with arctic adventure tours in november 2016. Thanks to that, he was called isbjornkongen, polar bear king. Whale watching in norway norway attractions baltic travel. Discover the amazing mammals that inhabit the norwegian fjords on this whale watching boat trip you wont believe your eyes. Whale watching by boat around kvaloyvagen near tromso in northern norway with close encounters of humpback whales and killer whales. Even though the space weather was pretty calm, we saw some amazing aurora spanning the sky when crossing mountains to finland where the landscape also completely changes. We had a lovely trip in the norwegian fjords around tromso with the boat ms jaqueline a wonderful wooden interior boat and met a lot of orcas and humpbacks feeding on herring. From middle october to the end of january approximately whales such orcas and humpbacks have been spotted in the area around tromso. In scandinavia, whale watching is a popular activity, and many travelers choose to go whale watching in norway or iceland. Scenic whale and orca watching cruise from tromso on colin archer vessel explore the glacial fjords on a whale watching tour in tromso.
I have 6nights only between tromso n a good location for whale watching. Before getting on the boat you will be kitted out with thermal suites, hats and gloves. Killer whale watching in norway responsible vacation. Whale watching is immensely popular in norway, with many varieties of whales, ranging from the minke whales to orcas to pilot whales, being spotted on a regular basis. Toprated tromso whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. All kinds of whales, truly spectacular and epic landscapes norway just wins at being awesome. Whale safari in tromso, norway join an exciting whale safari in tromso on the catamaran ms havcruise, looking for orca and humpback whales in the open sea. The arctic hunting boom introduction and summary what was the arctic hunting boom.
Whats worse is that some whale watching operators also support the slaughter. We saw many orcas and humpback whales during our 2 hour ride in the rib boat in fjord norway. Arctic explorers, based in the arctic city of tromso in norway, provide worldclass arctic holidays. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your arctic experience your arctic experinece starts here. Ten days of winter whale watching in tromso, far beyond the arctic circle. We offer whale watching trips from middle of october until end of february on a daily basis. The ms havcruise is a very stable and comfortable boat with a warm, homely cozy lounge and ample space on deck. In a small group of no more than 11 people, travel out to sea on a luxury catamaran and soak up the majestic arctic landscape, filled with fjords and mountains, while looking out for these magnificent marine mammals. The northern lights are notoriously hard to predict, even in tromso.
When to go to norway best time to visit natural world. Short video from near vengsoya island, norway taken from a whale watching boat i was on last week. The catamaran takes only 12 passengers and as the crew lives on board the vessel during the winter season, you will definitely feel at home. With luck, enjoy closeup encounters with these beautiful mammals and capture photos to r. Whale watching in norway best places and time to see them. This tour deliversa guide chooses a prime viewpoint according to the days weather and youll enjoy soup beside a firelit camp as you watch. Whale watching is mostly done in the north of norway. Whale watching in norway norway attractions baltic. I could not believe how the operators six boats were chasing this pod of orcas which included two calves.
Arctic hunting took off in the early 1800s and was stimulated by the growing urbanisation of europe and increasing demand for whale and seal oilfat for a wide range of uses. The wild landscapes of north norway abound with natural wonders and this overnight adventure combines two unforgettable experiences. Hello i am i had found a tour to the kvaloyawhale island which started at 09. When we encountered this pod, the animals were quite chilled out, the boats began chasing the animals, at times surrounding them on three sides and you can see one boat goi. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in. The main attraction is the large model of a blue whale hanging from the ceiling. Find the best time to visit norway for swimming with whales, witnessing the northern lights or visiting impressive bird colonies.
Whale watching in tromso arctic expedition be an arctic explorer. Adventurous travelers can even sign up for special whale watching safaris offering to let you swim with the whales. Join an exciting whale safari in tromso on the catamaran ms havcruise, looking for orca and humpback whales in the open sea the ms havcruise is a very stable and comfortable boat with a warm, homely cozy lounge and ample space on deck. We follow the world wide fund for nature guidelines. They try to make it comfortable for everybody and the guide was really good. Thanks guidegunnar i did write to them n they replied they wont do whale safaris in february because they cant guarantee thered be any. With arctic explorers, you can expect an adventure holiday with authentic and real experiences. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your. Spot whales and dolphins as your learn about the arctics ecosystem and culture. They have returned to northern norway but instead of gracing the fjords near to tromso, they are further north in the fjords of the skjervoy area which is around 2. Our first experience tromso, norway was unbelievable. Please check the video filmed today, friday, october 14th, by francisco damm i green gold of norway. Book your tickets online for arctic explorers tromso, tromso.