Whale safari with Puffins and Muffins (Andøy, Vesterålen)
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
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Andøya is Norway's hidden spot for fantastic wildlife.
Join our summer whale/wildlife RIB-boat excursion to explore the canyon of Bleik and its surroundings.
The canyon is home to abundant marine wildlife, including the magnificent sperm whales. You will also have a chance to encounter other marine mammals, such as pilot whales, orcas, minke, and occasionally Risso's dolphins and fin whales.
All these animals frequent the area in search for food (different fish species), which also attract extraordinary bird and other wildlife.
In searching for whales, we will most likely encounter different birds (puffins, eagles, gannets, etc.) while we keep our eyes open for Harbor seals.
Join our 3,5 hours RIB boat excursion with a maximum of 12 guests to explore the wonders of Bleik Canyon.
During the tour, your guide will be onboard to give you information about all the wildlife we encounter, and take photos (as memories) to take them home with you after the trip.
Additional Info
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
All guests must be in OK physical shape as this is a difficulty level medium excursion.
Maximum weight is 120kg (260 pounds) due to small size of boat.
What To Expect
Experience the magic of the summer in Bleik where the Sun never sets. Explore the Bleik Canyon in the search for whales, puffins, and other wildlife. Enjoy the thrill of coming quite close to the animals due to the small size of our boat.
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Whale safari with Puffins and Muffins (Andøy, Vesterålen)
What‘s Included
Pictures.
Rib-boat guided whale and wildlife excursion.
Coffee, tea, and muffins will be served after the excursion.
Warm flotation suits and life jackets will be provided before the excursion.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
7 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Amazing experience
jessiesV9347EG,Jun 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Booking was easy using their own website, received clear instructions how my experience would start (and where). They have all the equipment you need and give clear safety instructions and advice for (preventing) seasickness. We saw loads of pilot whales and the organisation is very respectful to them and knows a lot about them. Also saw a seal and lots of puffins. The organisation is trying to let you see the beauty of nature and animals, while being very respectful to them and their habitats. The crew is also very friendly and willing to help you whatsoever.
Disgraceful company.
Q7418MDsimonm,Aug 6, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00Terrible company! We travelled from the UK to Norway and boat trips were a main event. We had a great Puffin Safari on fast RIB from Andrenes with Whalesafari AS who made us very welcome. We were booked in for the whale safari with Green Gold of Norway and they turned us away as my 20yr old son has autism and wears ear defenders. Despite me saying he would take them off if needed and showing them pictures of him laughing on the RIB the day before they turned us away and refused a refund. Disgusting treatment, they should be ashamed of themselves. I wish I had booked both trips with the other company who were brilliant.
Orcas so nah
juliank930,Jul 20, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Have been allowed to watch an entire orca family hunting. Super guide and super boater. Muffins and tea at the end were delicious
Fantastic.
marian2018,Aug 12, 2024
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00To see 2 sperm whales and experience them from a rib boat is crazy. The guide was very good and looked with sonar for where the whales were. Everything was safe and all the clothes needed were included. Don't miss this. A shame the 12 of us on the boat couldn't hear the sounds of the whales. Skaffa headset !
Room for more
RobinM3317,Aug 5, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
3.00We booked the evening tour with tea and muffins. The procedure at the meeting point with getting dressed and getting on the boat already started a bit chaotic. Wouldn't have been asked too much to explain the whole trip first. The guide was really unmotivated from beginning to end. She whispered more than she talked. As we sat in the back, we did not understand a word of the facts that she told about the whales. However, the driver was trying his best and explained some facts. We saw one orca, which was a pretty cool experience. Nevertheless, the boat got too close in our opinion and drove after the orca. Because the whales were far off shore we had to drive a long way and did not go to see sperm whales in Bleik Canyon. Also, the visit to the puffin island was just for 2 minutes (because if the weather maybe). Against the description of the tour we did not get any tea and only a few participants got muffins at the very end. The dismissal was also strange and we were left there without any "thank you for joining us" or whatever.
Unforgettable whale watching experience - one of a kind!
X1077TXjulian,Jul 18, 2023
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Highly recommend taking this amazing whale watching trip in Bleik! The skipper and incredibly knowledgeable guide both went out of their way to give us an unforgettable experience. We left late in the evening (around 9:30 pm) and only returned at about 1 pm, our camera roll full of amazing photographs. It was bright sunshine on the water, and we spotted a minke whale, pod of orcas, and even went to the island nearby to see the puffins. Thank you so much, The Gold of Norway, we will never forget this experience!
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Operated by Green Gold of Norway AS