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Best Whale Watching Tours In Tromsø

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The 10 most popular whale watching tours in Tromsø. Here's what they actually deliver, who runs them, and what they cost.

10 Best Whale Watching Tours In Tromsø

Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat - Safety briefing, then whale hunting begins

1.Tromsø: Whale Watching Tour by Hybrid-Electric Boat

Most Popular★ 4.5

Hybrid-electric whale watching from Tromsø to Skjervøy for a close, quiet Arctic cruise with a real chance of orcas and humpbacks.

“Fantastic day out in the fjords looking for whales! We were really lucky with some great humpback sightings that were really close to our boat. The boat itself was super quiet, which was the main reason I chose Brim. The sailing out to where the whales were was very smooth with just one small rough…”

4,217 reviewsFrom $195by Brim Explorer

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From Tromsø: All-Inclusive Whale & Orca Safari

From Tromsø: All-Inclusive Whale & Orca Safari - Getting on board: comfort you’ll actually use

3.From Tromsø: All-Inclusive Whale & Orca Safari

★ 4.5

An 8-hour all-inclusive whale and orca safari from Tromsø to Skjervøy with heated comfort, warm suits, and real Arctic wildlife time.

“We saw orcas. The guide answered all our questions. It was a great experience for us. We had a hard time seeing whales. We only saw 1 or 2. The food they gave was also filling, everything was great.”

1,221 reviewsFrom $186by Polar Adventures

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Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø

Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø - The day’s route: Lyngstuva lighthouse, Skjervøy herring, then Kvaenangen whales

4.Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø

★ 4.5

Silent whale watching from Tromsø on a hybrid-electric boat. Arctic scenery, quiet approach, and a shot at humpbacks or orcas in winter.

“Amazing experience. The boat and crew are fantastic - friendly, very organised, informative talks about the fjords and whales (which you can choose to listen/ engage with). The boat is very comfortable - I am nervous on boats but felt very safe. The ethical approach to whale watching is very important - we were able…”

1,017 reviews7 to 9 hours (approx.)From $214.85by Brim Explorer

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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Keiser Wilhelm

Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Keiser Wilhelm - From Nerstranda Quay to Whale Ground: Timing and What 6–8 Hours Feels Like

5.Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Keiser Wilhelm

★ 4.3

Tromsø catamaran whale safari on MS Keiser Wilhelm. Hunt-driven whale sightings, warm saloon views, and Arctic fjord backup.

“Absolutely brilliant trip, one of the best days of my life. Thank you so much to Mario and team for looking after us, all of your knowledge and passion for the whales shone through. We were lucky enough to see lots of orcas and humpback whales! Boat ride left on time, was easy to find…”

161 reviewsFrom $194by Cruise Service

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Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy - Tromsø to Skjervøy: the bus plan you should actually picture

6.Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

★ 4.8

Fast RIB whale watching from Tromsø or Skjervøy with full Arctic gear. Look for orcas, fin whales, and humpbacks.

“Words can’t describe how amazing this tour was. Our tour guides were amazing, kind and very helpful. This tour is worth every penny and recommend it to anyone visiting Tromsø. We managed to see 30+ orcas up close and 3 humpback whales. Stunning scenery and amazing people.”

136 reviews3 - 12 hoursFrom $251by See & Explore

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24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise - Inside the Boat: Cabins, Warmth, and Meals That Keep You Going

7.24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

★ 5.0

24-hour Tromsø cruise blends an aurora chase, onboard lectures, and Skjervøya whale watching with meals and a warm cabin stay.

“The crew and tour guides are lovely, couldn’t do more for you to ensure upmost comfort. Knowledgeable about the whales and northern lights with several talks across the 2 days. We learnt lots of new things. Cabins are comfy and warm and there’s several food choices at each meal. All you of what we had…”

114 reviews22 hours to 1 day (approx.)From $1,214.12by Norwegian Travel

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Tromsø: Orca and Whale Watching comfort heated boat Trip

Tromsø: Orca and Whale Watching comfort heated boat Trip - Getting to Skjervøy: the day starts with the “long part”

Whale Safari in Tromso

Whale Safari in Tromso - Deck strategy: seats, wind, and motion sickness prep

9.Whale Safari in Tromso

★ 4.5

Whale Safari from Tromsø fjords by catamaran with an English guide, aiming for orcas and humpbacks in 6 to 8 hours.

“Great experience, the crew were knowledgeable and friendly! We saw orcas swimming for ages which was awesome ☺️”

63 reviews6 to 8 hours (approx.)From $182.00by Cruise Service AS

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Snorkeling with Orcas In Norway, 4 days All-Inclusive expedition

Snorkeling with Orcas In Norway, 4 days All-Inclusive expedition - The Tromsø meeting point and the small-group feel

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