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Whale Safari in Tromso

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Overview

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Experience the thrill of whale watching in Tromsø onboard the very comfortable catamaran MS Gabriele. It is also the fastest boat which means we get to the whales faster and can spend more time observing them. The most common species seen around Tromsø are the humpback whale, orca (killer whale), and sometimes the fin whale. Humpback whales are known for their acrobatic displays, often breaching and slapping their tails on the water, while orcas, with their distinctive black-and-white pattern, hunt in packs and are a sight to behold as they glide through the waves. Occasionally, lucky visitors may spot the elusive fin whale, the second-largest animal on Earth. Marvel at the breathtaking beauty of these incredible creatures as they glide through pristine waters. Don’t miss the chance to create memories that will last a lifetime—book your whale safari in Tromsø today. The tour lasts between 6 to 8 hours to ensure we have enough time to find whales any day and time to observe them.

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Public transportation options are available nearby

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Local Guide (English)

WiFi on board

Restroom on board

Snacks and drinks avialable in bar/café onboard

What To Expect

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Tromso Fjords

We sail through the Tromsø fjords with a quick and comfortable catamaran to find and observe various whales

6 hours•Admission Included

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Whale Safari in Tromso

Reviews

3.81

27 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

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  • Go only for the whales.

    Charles W,

    Feb 21, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Whales were not available but the substitute was over-sold. Significantly fewer birds and animals were seen than promised and the fishing village had nothing to offer.

  • It was an amazing...

    basstteth,

    Jan 30, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    It was an amazing experience, the cruise team was very good, Raul the whale expert was very knowledgeable about whales and guided the tour in a fun and interesting way, after we reached high seas we were able to see the whales and it was incredible. Raul went the extra mile when ensuring to share the best video taken of a close whale encounter at sunset that amazed all of us.

  • Amazing experience, professional and knowledgable team.

    James D,

    Jan 22, 2025

    - Viator

    5.00

    Amazing experience can’t recommend this trip enough. Reccomend getting early to assure a good seat, but best times spent on the deck! Really cool experience very impressed with the facilities on board also!

  • Poor experience & not worth the money

    bgrusnyte,

    Jan 10, 2025

    - Viator

    1.00

    Not a great experience - the trip barely made it to 6 hours, if that, so feels like a rip off. We were one of the last boats to leave, but a first one to return but a long shot.. I get that the weather and lack of proper daylight this time of year is a factor, but there seemed no genuine interest from any crew on the boat to look for whales. Instead they seemed to be more interested in their phones, and getting the trip over with. Saw one pod of orcas, and even those were spotted by a fellow passenger and not the crew. There was an announcement that other boat saw some whales elsewhere, but that we won’t bother because ‘they might not be there by the time we get there’ - which is an absolute opposite statement from every other whale watching trip I’ve been on! That’s the whole point of it - to see whales, so no one looking out for them or making any effort made a really poor impression. I get that any sightings are not guaranteed, but the lack of effort was a real let down. As well as that, there were only 2 bathrooms for 170 or so people, some basic tea and coffee (but no milk..) and the boat just seemed way too small for the amount of people as some areas would get very crowded. So overall not a great experience & definitely not worth the money.

  • Enjoyable trip but manage your expectations

    Jayne B,

    Jan 10, 2025

    - Viator

    4.00

    Crew were friendly and informative. We saw a pod of orcas but not in the ‘usual’ spot but as a consequence of stopping we no longer had time to go to the ‘usual’ spot of activity. The question is of course - better see something than risk seeing nothing. I think though it caught a lot of passengers off guard that we weren’t going to the area of normal activity for humpbacks too. All in all a good day of general sightseeing of the fjords. The downside like so many excursions was the chaos of finding ‘your’ trip in the overwhelming crowds of the many many trips.

From NOK 1690

3.81
27 reviews
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