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Get a unique perspective on the majestic Humpbacks, Fin, Sperm whales and/or Orca's as they feed in the herring-rich fjords of the Arctic. With purpose made hybrid-electric boats for whale watching, we minimise disturbance to nature and whales.
Leaving Tromsø in the morning, we head to where the whales are in time to enjoy the short hours of daylight. On the way you can take in the breathtaking views of frozen landscapes in comfortable, panoramic lounges and 2 decks.
We use a hybrid engine to reach the whale’s feeding grounds, and as we near the whales, we switch to a silent electric engine that allows us to get closer without disturbing them.
Please note that the duration of the trip depends on the whales’ location. It takes up to 3.5 hours to get to the whales and can therefore range from 8-9 hours.
Please note that whale sightings are not guaranteed.
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Specialized infant seats are available
Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
This tour is bookable up to 2 hours before the tour
The whales migrate and are only around Tromsø between late October until end of January.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Lyngstuva
We pass by Lyngstuva lighthouse on the way to Skjervøy. It is set at the peak of Lyngen Alps
Skjervoy
We reach the town of Skjervøy. In this area the whales feed on the herring. We go in search of humpbacks and/or orca's in this vast area.
WiFi on board
Cafe with food & drinks for purchase
Restroom on board
Boat Cruise with panoramic windows
Live guide
963 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Mate K,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
Though it was a long journey it was worth it as we got the chance to see several orca groups and experience beautiful scenary and get lot of insights from the crew which are achooled biologiats and maritimers.
amir561,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Amazing experience. Everything was well organised. Throughly enjoyed how passionate the tour guides were while giving the presentations. Beautiful scenery throughout the tour. Very knowledgeable crew members, very friendly. 360 access to have a wonder and see the sites around. And great end of seeing the orcas and it a really special trip.



cazzkeeler,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Fantastic company to travel with. Friendly staff and very knowledgeable Hot drinks were on sale if we wanted some. We were lucky enough to see pods of Ocra's Humpback Whales and a tail of a Fin Whale. A brilliant day
Jacinta C,,Jan 9, 2026
- Review from Viator
This was a really great day trip for us. It’s a very long trip out and back, but the boat is comfortable and the views along the way are stunning. We were fortunate enough to see some whales, and it is evident this company prioritises respecting the whales in their natural environment which was nice to see. The staff were engaging and shared lots of educational insights along the journey. The coffee and small food items on the boat were also quite yummy, although I’d recommend taking your own snacks as well.
AnyaT153,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
Super day on the boat. Beautiful scenery whist travelling to the whale area. Comfortable and warm inside with plenty of space outside too. The guides, Bee, Maria and Massi were hugely knowledgeable and passionate about the whales making for a really interesting trip there and back. Spent a good amount of time with the whales, was lucky enough to see a fin whale, a humpback and a very large pod of orca who stayed with us for ages. The crew knew exactly what to do, found a pod and then went silent just bobbing about allowing the whales to do their own thing around us. Always been a dream to see orca so for me it was an incredible and worthwhile excursion.
Shenin H,,Jan 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
Absolutely lovely experience! Great and friendly crew - really respected the Wild life in the water, very informative and delicious snacks onboard.
Angelika B,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
It was a worthwhile trip, long but very informative. We saw different whales and learned a lot about whales from Maria and two other crew ladies. It was great.
bsjw84,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
So I'll caveat that we went on both a day that was in the polar night and also was pretty overcast, so conditions weren't the best, but this was my least enjoyable activity in Tromsø by far. As the herring have moved far away, it's a really long day of being on the boat for a pretty short time spent with the whales, and like any wild animals, there's no guarantee of the quality of the interactions you're going to get. The crew made it out that we had a 'good' day, but aside from a couple of very brief close up sightings; most of the sightings were too far away to get a good view. In hindsight, I wouldn't have spent the money doing this again - I feel the time is better spent elsewhere, especially when the days are short. That said, the crew were generally great. Special shout out to Frida (sp?) who was amazingly energetic, friendly and knowledgeable.
valentinadW1389HE,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
If I could give 0 stars, I would. We paid around 180€ per person and in reality we paid to be driven around for 8–9 hours with almost nothing to see. The weather was extremely bad. While going outside was technically possible, the deck was very slippery and the boat was rocking heavily, making it unsafe to stay outside. Because of this, many people did not go outside at all and spent the entire tour inside the boat. A few people went to the upper deck briefly, but quickly returned because it was dangerous and pointless. We ended up spending the whole day inside the boat, which was not the experience we paid for. Given how bad the weather and visibility were, there was no point in going outside anyway. The fog was so thick that we could barely see the sea or the coastline, let alone any wildlife. We essentially paid 180€ to sit inside a boat for a full day. The company should have been honest and cancelled the tour, or at least offered a partial refund. Judging by the faces of people when we returned to Tromsø, most passengers were clearly disappointed. This was a waste of both time and money, and it ruined an entire day of our trip. For a tour at this price, the lack of responsibility and customer care is unacceptable.

manojlovicmaja,,Jan 5, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
The weather conditions were extremely bad, and the organizer should have canceled the trip due to the conditions. It was snowing heavily, there was thick fog, and visibility was almost zero. I spent the entire trip inside the boat cabin and did not go outside at all. Neither the fjords nor the whales were visible, so the main purpose of the excursion was completely missed. I believe it would have been fair if the organizer had offered at least a partial refund (50%) to those who did not want to participate under such conditions. Instead, it turned out to be a complete waste of time and money — hours spent sailing from point A to point B without seeing anything at all, for 180 euros. Very disappointing experience. Shameful and unprofessional.
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