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From Tromso: Whale Watching Tour on Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

Silent whale watching boat in Tromso fjord with snowy mountains in the background.
Whale breaching in Tromso, Norway during a silent hybrid-electric cruise.
Orcas swimming in the cold waters near Tromso, Norway with snowy cliffs in the background.
Tourists on a hybrid-electric boat in Tromso, Norway, with snowy mountains and sunset in the background.

Duration

9 hr

Guided tour

4.6/5(297)

Magdalen C

Couple
Verified booking
Jan 2026
There's obviously never any guarantee of what you will and wont see with wildlife involved, but I understand that they have a pretty good hit rate and we were lucky to see many pods of orcas on our day out. Apparently a fin and a humpback whale were also spotted - we didn't see these, but this didn't detract from our experience. There is also such beatiful scenery throughout the trip, regardless of the wales. Really breathtaking. Dacia and Adrian were engaging and entertaining guides (you get told a bit about the area, the arctic, the whales etc. which we found very interesting and was delivered really well) and felt very looked after by the whole crew in general. It was a shame some people talked over them, but I guess there may be a language barrier involved for some. We went in early January and it gets very cold out on deck, to come prepared with your layers (and there's delicious chai for sale to warm you up afterwards). It's worth saying we were worried about being sea sick, but we took medicine (ginger capsules) and were also lucky with the conditions which never got too rough so we got through unscathed.

Sathishkumar J

Family
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Every moment was magical in this ship. Warm indooor. Cold outdoors. You have the confidence of warming yourself up immediately once entering the cabin. So you are free to stand outside in the open even with my 7 year old kid i was confident and we had great time outdoors and indoors. WiFi was great (to manage kid specially and for adults by posting in social media) Conor, Olek and Nilma were the host and they were super helpful all throughout. My son fell down on the way out during disembarking Conor was sweet to put in a sticker to cheer him up. Quick, fun talk by Conor. Educational, eye opening talk by Olek and great service by Nilma while checkin and in the counter were great And last but not least. Oh man. What a site of the Orca pods. We travelled with them for 2 hours straight. Could see, hear them breath was so great. The captain was super efficient in tracking their move and staying along with them yet not disturb them out in their habitat was great. Definitely a day not to forget for us in our life

Sai S

Group
Verified booking
Jan 2026
The tour felt extremely well organised and professional. All the staff on board were amazing and super helpful. Weather was rough and many guests were sea sick. The staff on board handed out puke bags while running the bar, looking for whales and educating about whales. On top of that, they were kind to chat to us about whale watching and shared their knowledge. Tough day to go whale watching but the on board crew gave us positive memories.

Aurora B

Solo
Verified booking
Jan 2026
Not the closest although one whale did get withing 30 feet from boat. But not as vivid as promotional videos and photos lead you to believe. Plus having to find a good spot to take photos and videos with the other 150+ people clamoring on the rail. Still worth the approx $150 usd paid. Also I'm def glad I packed my own snacks and drinks as they charge on top of what you already paid to be on excursion.

Ursula V

Group
Verified booking
Jan 2026
A breathtaking trip. It's worth it just for the ride alone. We also had fantastic weather. We received some very interesting information during the trip. We saw whales, but only their dorsal fins. There's no guarantee.

Sydney L

Family
Verified booking
Jan 2026
The tour guides were very nice and helpful, many whales, very Beautiful experience! Our boat wasnt working so we got on a faster one about an hour later. But it was totally worth it!
    • Set out from Tromso on a hybrid-electric eco-friendly boat designed for silent whale watching, causing minimal disruption to whales in their natural habitat.

    • Spot Humpbacks, Fin, Sperm whales, or Orcas feeding in herring-rich Arctic waters—an ideal location to view their behaviors up close on these cruises.

    • Expert guides reveal how humpback males sing for their sweethearts with their enchanting songs and also about their behavioral patterns.

    • Aboard comfortable boats, unwind in heated lounges and take in stunning views through wide panoramic windows. Step onto the outdoor deck for the best vantage point to witness majestic whales up close.

    • Full-day silent whale-watching cruise

    • Expert English-speaking guide

    • Hybrid-electric whale watching boat

    • Heated indoor salons with panoramic windows

    • Outdoor deck

    • Free Wi-Fi

  • TOTAL DURATION8 hours - 9 hours
    MODE OF TRANSFERBoat

    1 Boarding point

    Tromso Harbor Area

    Get direction

    Sights covered

    Onboard Activities

    Onboard Activities

    Tonsvik

    Tonsvik

    Grotnesdalen

    Grotnesdalen

    Nordlenangen

    Nordlenangen

    Skjervoy

    Skjervoy

    Haugnoes

    Haugnoes

    Grotnesdalen

    Grotnesdalen

    Tonsvik

    Tonsvik

  • These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

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    What our guests say

    Radisa S

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Feb 2026
    Unfortunately whales left just before our journey should start - the crew offered 3 options including even full refund. Such honesty is worth rating 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟! We chose to go for a fjord cruise and learned a lot during the ride! Thank you to crew !!! Was a great experience even without whales!

    Magdalen C

    Couple
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    There's obviously never any guarantee of what you will and wont see with wildlife involved, but I understand that they have a pretty good hit rate and we were lucky to see many pods of orcas on our day out. Apparently a fin and a humpback whale were also spotted - we didn't see these, but this didn't detract from our experience. There is also such beatiful scenery throughout the trip, regardless of the wales. Really breathtaking. Dacia and Adrian were engaging and entertaining guides (you get told a bit about the area, the arctic, the whales etc. which we found very interesting and was delivered really well) and felt very looked after by the whole crew in general. It was a shame some people talked over them, but I guess there may be a language barrier involved for some. We went in early January and it gets very cold out on deck, to come prepared with your layers (and there's delicious chai for sale to warm you up afterwards). It's worth saying we were worried about being sea sick, but we took medicine (ginger capsules) and were also lucky with the conditions which never got too rough so we got through unscathed.

    Sathishkumar J

    Family
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    Every moment was magical in this ship. Warm indooor. Cold outdoors. You have the confidence of warming yourself up immediately once entering the cabin. So you are free to stand outside in the open even with my 7 year old kid i was confident and we had great time outdoors and indoors. WiFi was great (to manage kid specially and for adults by posting in social media) Conor, Olek and Nilma were the host and they were super helpful all throughout. My son fell down on the way out during disembarking Conor was sweet to put in a sticker to cheer him up. Quick, fun talk by Conor. Educational, eye opening talk by Olek and great service by Nilma while checkin and in the counter were great And last but not least. Oh man. What a site of the Orca pods. We travelled with them for 2 hours straight. Could see, hear them breath was so great. The captain was super efficient in tracking their move and staying along with them yet not disturb them out in their habitat was great. Definitely a day not to forget for us in our life

    Aurora B

    Solo
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    Not the closest although one whale did get withing 30 feet from boat. But not as vivid as promotional videos and photos lead you to believe. Plus having to find a good spot to take photos and videos with the other 150+ people clamoring on the rail. Still worth the approx $150 usd paid. Also I'm def glad I packed my own snacks and drinks as they charge on top of what you already paid to be on excursion.

    Ursula V

    Group
    Verified booking
    Jan 2026
    A breathtaking trip. It's worth it just for the ride alone. We also had fantastic weather. We received some very interesting information during the trip. We saw whales, but only their dorsal fins. There's no guarantee.
  • Set sail from Tromso through icy fjords aboard a hybrid-electric boat, bound for the whale-rich waters of Skjervoy.

  • Check in at the Tromso harbor and board your vessel, designed for silent cruising. Heated lounges and panoramic decks ensure a comfortable start as you cruise past frozen coastlines.

  • The voyage to Skjervoy takes 3 to 3.5 hours offering plenty of time to scan for wildlife, enjoy the scenery, and hear fascinating stories from onboard guides. They’ll share insights into whale behavior, migration patterns, and ongoing conservation efforts.

  • After your whale-watching session, you’ll cruise back to Tromso with memories of Arctic marine life few get to witness.

  • What to bring

    • Pack warm clothes, including your wool and equivalent for a weather-ready kit.

    Accessibility

    • This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.

    Additional information

    • While whale sightings aren't guaranteed, the boat captain will go above and beyond to find these majestic creatures for you.

    • The cruise requires a minimum of 8 passengers to operate.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you instantly.

    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the boarding point.

    • Please arrive at the boarding point 20 minutes before the scheduled time of your tour to avoid any delays.

    Boarding point

    • Please check your final voucher for the boarding point details and specific instructions.

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