Spotting huge whales is big business in northern norway. Where to see whales in northern norway tromso this winter. All kinds of whales, truly spectacular and epic landscapes norway just wins at being awesome. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. Hi, my wife and i will be in tromso the first 2 weeks in july and we want to go whale watching. Whale watching in norway norway attractions baltic. Lady elsie tromso fishing and whale watching in tromso. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in. On the north coast of norway whale watching season is at its height through the winter, making it a fantastic time to explore the seas, while the remote location and long. The 37ft charter boat we use is located 10 meters away from the restaurant door. 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. This is whale watching in tr omso, northern norway aboard lady elsie. Norway is a tough act to follow, no matter the season. So it makes sense to increase your chances of a sighting by joining a guided excursion, especially if youre only in tromso briefly.
Marine ecotourism is a huge opportunity for coastal communities, but only if its sustainable. Humpback, minky and orca are occasionally seen around senja, lyngen and kvaenangen areas but springer whales, porpoises and dolphins are commonly seen. Northern norway offers some of the best whale watching opportunities in northern europe. Look for whales around the waters of northern norway on this 5hour whale watching cruise by rib rigid inflatable boat. They try to make it comfortable for everybody and the guide was really good. Whale watching october tromso message board tripadvisor. Silent whale watching from tromso, norway fjord tours. 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. Whats worse is that some whale watching operators also support the slaughter. Search for humpback, killer and fin whales, as well as seals and white tailed eagles, from the exclusivity of a small tour group. Visitors to your site will appreciate you offering them help with planning their vacation. Join in on a silent whale watching cruise along tromso onboard the silent hybrid electric ship, providing a 360degree panorama view both outside and inside.
Spotting huge whales is big business in northern norway tourism in northern norway is thriving, and the opportunities for whale watching is seen as part of the explanation. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your. Find the best time to visit norway for swimming with whales, witnessing the northern lights or visiting impressive bird colonies. Scenic whale and orca watching cruise from tromso on colin archer vessel explore the glacial fjords on a whale watching tour in tromso. It seems that tromso was a key port in this trade but. I have seen that some companies specify novemberjanuary. And in tromso there isnt enough light for marine sightseeing at that time of year.
The marine biologists historically have never seen so many whales as in the last years around the arctic county of troms. The northern lights are notoriously hard to predict, even in tromso. Whale safari in tromso, norway fjord travel norway. Set sail around the fjords of skjervoy in a rib and spot orca and humpback whales in their natural environment. The only difference from our other tours is that you must meet in skjervoy, instead of tromso like on the other whale tours. 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. With arctic explorers, you can expect an adventure holiday with authentic and real experiences. Whale watching by boat around kvaloyvagen near tromso in northern norway with close encounters of humpback whales and killer whales. Lady elsie tromso fishing and whale watching in tromso, tromso, norway. 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. The magic of the arctic winter is not just confined to the skies, join cloudberry journeys in senja, near tromso this winter for whale watching alongside the northern lights. The arctic hunting boom introduction and summary what was the arctic hunting boom. The museums original building from 1917 houses a zoological exhibition with stuffed animals from the polar regions.
There is so little light right now in tromso, norway where i filmed this. 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. When to go to norway best time to visit natural world. Whether you book a whale safari in norway in summer or in winter. 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. Dec 03, 2016 whale watching in tromso, norway with arctic adventure tours in november 2016. The long winter darkness, with loads of snow and skies lit up by the northern lights, is perfect for winter activities like dogsledding and skiing. This has provided our whale watching partners in tromso with a challenge. Hi all we are trying to arrange a trip in jan or feb next year to include whale watching and northern lights. The wild landscapes of north norway abound with natural wonders and this overnight adventure combines two unforgettable experiences. Norwegian zoologists have found about 30 plastic bags and other plastic waste in the stomach of a beaked whale that had beached on a southwestern norway coast.
The tromso and norwegian sealing and whaling industries. We offer whale watching trips from middle of october until end of february on a daily basis. 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. Whale watching in july tromso message board tripadvisor. Take to the waves and take in norways native marine life by boat on this 6 to 7 hour polar whale and bird safari from tromso. 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. Zoologists say dead whale in norway full of plastic bags. On day two we add fishing in to your arctic experience, everyone can catch the fish of a life time in the arctic. 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.
Before getting on the boat you will be kitted out with thermal suites, hats and gloves. We follow the world wide fund for nature guidelines. We missed the chance to book london tromso direct, but the stop in oslo became part of the trip. From tromso allinclusive whale and seabird safari by boat to. Hello i am i had found a tour to the kvaloyawhale island which started at 09. Find out what attracts killer whales to norway, whats the best time of year to watch whales and what you can. 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. Hi there, im planning a solo travel to tromso in earlymid october, between the other things i would like to take a whale watching cruise, is october a good season to see the whales. The sun doesnt make it fully over the horizon so you get light for a couple of hours and that light isnt strong. You can rent a car and drive to skjervoy, or you can do the transfer by boat or bus. It was the rapid exploitation of seal, whale and arctic and subarctic fisheries. 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. Lady elsie tromso offers sea fishing trips march to september, and whale watching tours from november until the end of january.
Dec 11, 20 an 3 hour whale watching tour on kattfjord, kvaloya, tromso arctic norway, at december 9th, 20. This beautiful coastal region fringed with fjords, glaciers and arctic mountain scenery is a pristine whale watching setting. We saw many orcas and humpback whales during our 2 hour ride in the rib boat in fjord norway. Whale watching is mostly done in the north of norway.
The lofoten and the vesteralen 300km north of the polar. And to add to the perfect atmosphere, apart from the whales, there are numerous. Norway is a very expensive country, and everything you do here will easily get very expensive. Arctic adventure norway as invites you on a magnificent whale safari in one of the richest marine environments on earth. When i search there is plenty available during the winter but i cant find anything for july. Scenic whale and orca watching cruise from tromso on colin. Thanks to that, he was called isbjornkongen, polar bear king.
It was just an crazy, beautiful and amazing experience, and i have to join a new boat trip soon. Arctic panorama lodge northern lights winter short break. The main attraction is the large model of a blue whale hanging from the ceiling. Toprated tromso whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. Killer whale watching in norway responsible vacation. Booking seats for all flights and information about airport baggage handling in oslo. This tour deliversa guide chooses a prime viewpoint according to the days weather and youll enjoy soup beside a firelit camp as you watch. In contrast to tromso, senja or tysfjord things have been stable here for decades in andenes its not about the herring, its about the sperm whales.
Please check the video filmed today, friday, october 14th, by francisco damm i green gold of norway. 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. This worldclass whale experience will give you memories that will last a lifetlime. The sea is frequently rough and the whales are somewhere else. 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. 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. Go whale watching in tromso and go on a dog sledding tour in the amazing nature of tromso. By clicking on or navigating the site, you agree to our use of cookies. This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising. These big mythical mammals have an enormous attraction on humans, and norway has. Thinking of whale watching in norway, andenes will come to mind first.
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