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Tours
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- Whale Safari on a High-Speed CatamaranThe most-booked whale day in Tromsø: a fast catamaran from the city centre, a warm lounge and a free retry without whales.
- Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric BoatBrim Explorer's hybrid boat goes quiet on battery power near the whales. Three outdoor decks, a cafe, any age.
- Skjervøy RIB Whale Watching TourThe highest-rated big seller: a 05:00 bus to Skjervøy, then about 3 hours on an open RIB at water level. Ages 14+.
- All-Inclusive Whale & Orca SafariMax 50 guests, thermal suits, a hot lunch and unlimited snacks, from the front pier at 08:00.
- Whale Watching on a Fast, Comfortable CatamaranMax 90 guests on a 147-seat fast catamaran, free hot drinks, and a free rebooking if the whales don't show.
- Responsible Whale Watching Cruise on MS AlbaA guide-led cruise on a refitted catamaran with a hydrophone and a Whale Pass. Bring your own lunch.
- Whale Safari on MS GabrieleThe shortest big-boat day: usually back in 6 to 7 hours, with a seat for everyone and a bar on board.
- Whale Safari by RIB, from Tromsø or SkjervøyRated 5.0: a 12-seat RIB at Skjervøy, about 3 hours at sea, with or without the bus from Tromsø.
- Orca & Whale Watching on a Heated BoatThe Skjervøy day without the suit: a covered boat with a heated cabin and open terrace, 3 to 3.5 hours on the water.
- Whale Watching RIB Experience with TransferBus from Prostneset to Skjervøy, then 12-seat RIBs among the orcas, with suits and food included.
- Overnight Whale Expedition CruiseA night on MV Quest: your own cabin, three meals, an aurora wake-up call and a morning already among the whales.
- Small-Group Northern Lights Chase with PhotosNo whales: a small-group chase for clear sky and the aurora, with a campfire dinner and photos of you.
Guides
- All guides
- Season & best monthsWhen the whales are here, and when they leave.
- Prices & costsWhat each boat costs and what the money buys.
- RIB or catamaranSmall fast boat or big warm one: how to choose.
- Tromsø or SkjervøySail from the city or ride the bus north.
- What to wearLayers, boots, mittens and what to pack.
- Ethical whale watchingThe rules, and how to pick a careful boat.
Blog
- All posts
- The 2026-27 whale seasonStart dates, the herring question, last winter's early end.
- Polar night whale tripsTwilight hours, photo settings and the cold on deck.
- Whales and the auroraSame day, two days, or one overnight cruise.
- Tromsø tourist tax 2027The 3% levy on rooms: status, cost, tours.
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- When is whale watching season in Tromsø?
- How much does whale watching in Tromsø cost?
- Are whale sightings guaranteed?
- Do the boats leave from Tromsø?
- RIB or catamaran: which is better?
- What whales can you see near Tromsø?
- Will I get seasick?
- What should I wear?
- Is whale watching in Tromsø ethical?
- Can kids go whale watching in Tromsø?
- Can I cancel a whale watching tour?