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• Great to see Orcas & Fjords

  IbuK8,,Dec 27, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  The trip was fantastic. We were so happy to be able to see Orcas! It was a very full cruise but everyone found a seat. There was lots of great information shared, especially on the trip back to Tromso when the weather was not so great. Unfortunately the boat we travelled on was one of the first to leave Tromso but one of the last to arrive at the whale area, & back to port, which meant we didn’t have a lot of time with the Orca before the weather turned. It did also mean we got to spend more time in this amazing environment!

  

  

  

  

• Watch Attenborough. Waste of time and money.

  GalwaySmiley,,Dec 26, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  1.00

  Seriously overpriced waste of a full day. We finally saw blows from a couple of fin whales a hundred metres away or so. I luckily saw one's back as it dove again and caught it in camera. For 1600.00 euro for 5 of us including a bad pizza Bun, yes Bun and coffee it was terrible value. The boat was overcrowded at 120 people and they said can carry 150. People were asleep everywhere to pass the time so even less space. Nine hours on board and the Barman "decided" that they had no more beer after I had 5 small 400ml glasses spaces throughout the day. The barlady at least had the good manners to explain that they do this to ensure a sobering experience. No entertainment except a few minutes speech on the whale species. Save your money guys. Watch Attenborough, better for the environment too. !! Oh and don't forget if no whales, not even a discount.

  

• Whales, waves and a wealth of knowledge

  Sabine S,,Dec 25, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  Overall the trip was great, lots of interesting information about the history of whaling , expertly and passionately delivered by Oleg, who's clearly very knowledgeable, his passion about these magnificent animals came across clearly; introduction and safety instructions were brilliantly delivered by Jelmer with a touch of humour, as well as a lot more interesting facts about the arctic circle, whales and the effects of climate change by both of them and also Francesca. We got a few great glimpses of some Orcas quite close to our ship, which made the 9+ hour trip through sometimes rather choppy waters worthwhile. Great pastry, the cinnamon bun was enormous, warm and really yummy. Prices onboard were moderate, considering this is Norway. The only downside was the extreme length of the trip, even though I do realize that can't be helped.

• Killer Fun with Whales and Brim Explorer

  S7399PClaurenp,,Dec 25, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  A perfect trip made even better by expert guides, context about the land and whales, warm and tasty soup, clean facilities, and timely communication on water conditions. From check in to travel everything on tour brought a thoughtful touch. The guides let you know exactly where whales are spotted so you can orient yourself. My only complaint is not at the fault of the company but others on tour who would scream and run across the deck when a whale was spotted. It led to shoving and crowding on already choppy waters. I recommend going outside to the railings as you approach the whale viewing area to secure a spot and not have to fight the crowd of inconsiderate guests.

  

  

  

  

• Great experience on the silent whale watching tour with Brim Explorer

  CamEdw92,,Dec 24, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  4.00

  A great (but long) day on the Brim Explorer silent whale watching tour. Frida from Iceland and David from Germany were very knowledgable guides and happy to answer all questions. We had to travel a little further than usual to see them, but we saw some fin and Orca whales. Warm and comfortable saloon and strong wifi. Can't fault! Just a tip to take a sandwich if you can, as there's limited food options from the onboard bar. Regardless a great day and nice Christmas Eve experience.

• This was top of my list...

  tksfamily,,Dec 24, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  This was top of my list to experience whilst in Tromso, and it didn't disappoint. It's a long day, and weather and sea conditions can change quickly, so be prepared. On the day I went, the crew advised that the swell near Skjervøy (where the whales are often spotted) was between 1-2 metres, and gave passengers the option to get off and come back another day. As it happened, during the 3 hours journey to the site, the sea conditions had calmed and it wasn't too bad. We saw a good-sized pod of Orcas, around 8-10 of them, and a couple of majestic humpbacks. The crew were great, informing us of the whales and region we sailed through, as well as giving a full safety briefing before setting off. A truly memorable experience.

• Great whale watching experience

  202aliciay,,Dec 24, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  experienced tour guides. Long but rewarding journey. We were lucky to see four humpback whales, though did not see any Orca. We also saw a bit of Aurora on our way back to Tromso. The only negative thing - is the ship/tour is fully booked and no empty seats. For some couples/family member traveling together - have to sit separately for 8 hours.

• Great experience, highly recommended!

  maditab2017,,Dec 23, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  We had a really great day. The ship was very comfortable and clean, the crew super friendly and effortful and the views gigantic. Even without orca sighting it would have been worth it! But we've also seen the orcas. However, a respectful distance was always maintained so that the animals could decide for themselves how close they wanted to get. We loved it!

• Great trip!

  Alice H,,Dec 22, 2025

  - Review from Viator

  5.00

  An amazing day with Brim explorer. The boat was really well run, drinks bar and snacks available, free refill coffee to keep everyone awake in the polar night! It is a long way to where the Orca’s are but absolutely worth it. Crew were great, really friendly. The boat journey was pretty much flat the whole way there with a short period of time that was bumpy, but we did have good weather so may be different in other conditions. Overall, would really recommend this trip!

• The best whale watching we have ever done (and we have whale watched in the USA both coasts, Canada and New Zealand!)

  Tasha S,,Dec 22, 2025

  - Review from Tripadvisor

  5.00

  A magical day out, what an incredible experience to share with our children and their grandparents. The boat is comfortable, immaculate and warm. Everyone had a great view because of the design with floor to ceiling windows. The soup was delicious too!! We saw fin whales, orca and humpbacks, just amazing! The views enjoyed on the 3 hour journey to where the whales are absolutely breathtaking and the information shared by the knowledgeable and friendly guides on the local area and the wildlife was much appreciated.

  

  

  

  

  
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