The 15 Best Whale Watching Trips in Norway

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Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

/ August 15, 2026

1.Tromsø Whale Safari with MS Gabriele

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 1,937 reviews · 6 hours · from $207Our pick

Tromsø whale safari on MS Gabriele, warm catamaran viewing for orcas and humpbacks, with fjord cruise backups if whales move on.

“Excellent crew who look out for their passengers. They were great at moving the vessel around to make sure we could see Humpbacks as well as Orcas, and even hung around a little bit at the end when we were coasting quietly along side a couple of Humpbacks. Plenty of space around the boat when with the whales (upper sun deck and lower front and back deck) Thank you to all of the crew!”

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From Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy

/ August 15, 2026

2.Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,207 reviews · 12 hours · from $356

12-hour RIB whale watching from Tromsø to Skjervøy for orcas and humpbacks, small group, thermal suits and food included in winter.

“We had an amazing day! The bus journey was very smooth and when we arrived we quickly changed into our flotation suits and off we went. Within minutes we were surrounded by orca which we stayed with for a couple of hours. It was such a great experience and I would recommend to anyone.”

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Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø

/ August 15, 2026

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

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 1,017 reviews · 7 to 9 hours (approx.) · from $214

Silent hybrid-electric whale cruise from Tromsø to Skjervøy and Kvaenangen, warm boat, engine-off approach, 7-9 hours.

“Expected to go to skjervoy instead ended up much further out in opposite direction, took 5 hours to get there, boat wait 5 mins and went to leave then another boat in front turned as they saw a whale, ours turned we literally saw a tail then the boat turned & went really fast we all thought they were heading to see more whales but instead we had a n extremely rough boat trip home on blue route. No explanation as to why they literally moved off quickly as soon as we saw a whale. A bit disappointed considering it cost €180. However the fjords and scenery on the way were…”

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Bleik: Whale Watching by Speedboat with Puffins and Muffins

/ August 15, 2026

4.Bleik: Whale Watching by Speedboat with Puffins and Muffins

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 326 reviews · 3h 30m · from $199

Bleik Canyon RIB safari under the midnight sun with warm suits, guided wildlife hunting, and photos, plus puffins and muffins.

“Fabulous trip. All protection kit is provided, gloves, suit, boots and googles. Clear instructions are given. Christina and Norbert provided commentary on the birds and fish we were seeing. We didn’t see whales but did see a pod of dolphins. Puffin island was swarming with puffins and eagles. Throughly enjoyed my trip.”

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Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

/ August 17, 2026

5.Whale Watching RIB Safari at Skjervøy

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 136 reviews · 3 - 12 hours · from $251

Chase orcas on a fast RIB out of Skjervøy, with cold-weather gear, small group care, and coach transfer from Tromsø.

“I think the is the best of all tour operators in Skjervøy. It’s a smaller business but very very recommendable. We got warming clothes and shoes and goggles. I liked that this tour operator did NOT chase the whales like the other companies. We saw orca and humpback whales. Our tour guide was really really friendly and helpful. I wish I could give 10 stars ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️”

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From Alta: Whale and Seabird Cruise

/ August 17, 2026

6.Whale and Seabird Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 136 reviews · 3 hours · from $220

See orcas, humpbacks, and seabirds on a warm, comfort-focused Alta Fjord cruise with included suits, tea, and Sami joik.

“Great views and the crew did everything to stay there s much as they could and to get as close as possible to the animals.”

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24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

/ August 18, 2026

7.24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 114 reviews · 22 hours to 1 day (approx.) · from $1,214Top rated

24-hour Tromsø cruise that mixes a Northern Lights chase, a Skjervøya whale-watching day, onboard lectures, and warm meals.

“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 was lovely. Whilst we didn’t get to see the northern lights due to cloud cover the polar twilight gave impressive scenery and beautiful colours in the sky. We did see loads of humpback whales including several breaches and several pods of killer whales some getting pretty close. An amazing trip and one to remember for…”

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Whale Watching RIB Boat Tour in Skjervoy from Tromso

/ August 19, 2026

8.Whale Watching RIB Boat Tour in Skjervoy from Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 102 reviews · 12 hours (approx.) · from $365

Full-day RIB whale watching from Tromsø to Skjervøy. Warm suits, small groups, and chances at orcas and humpbacks.

“It was awesome to be so close. However it was so cold. My mittens were not enough. Take the goggles when offered. We were given only a sandwich after with no water available or anywhere to warm up.”

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Skjervøy: Whale and Orca Watching Tour by RIB Boat

/ August 20, 2026

9.Skjervøy: Whale and Orca Watching Tour by RIB Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 87 reviews · 3 hours · from $240

Skjervøy winter RIB whale tour for orcas, humpbacks, and more, with thermal suits and an expert crew. 3 hours on Arctic waters.

“Die Whalewatching Tour allgemein war einfach toll. Ich habe mir meinen Traum erfüllt Orcas in freier Wildbahn zu sehen. Unglaubliches erlebnis. Danke dafür”

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Andenes: Responsible Whale Watching with Classic Catamaran

/ August 20, 2026

10.Andenes: Responsible Whale Watching with Classic Catamaran

★★★★★★★★★★4.1 · 86 reviews · 4 hours · from $183

Arctic whale watching from Andenes with marine experts, warm onboard snacks, and a Whale Pass rebooking if you miss the big sightings.

“Malgré une mer agitée, une sortie qui a tenu toutes ses promesses avec 3 baleines observées. Les guides étaient très bien et particulièrement la guide Française qui nous a permis de mieux comprendre les différents types de baleines. Les guides connaissent très bien leur sujet. Despite a rough sea, an outing that kept all its promises with 3 whales observed. The guides were very good and particularly the French guide who allowed us to better understand the different types of whales. The guides know their subject very well.”

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Alta: Altafjord Whale Watching in a Heated Boat

/ August 21, 2026

11.Altafjord Whale Watching in a Heated Boat

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 80 reviews · 4 hours · from $262

A 4-hour Altafjord whale safari from Alta, on a heated boat. Look for orcas and humpbacks, warm up with drinks, WiFi onboard.

“I cannot thank Valerie and the team enough for an amazing trip. From start to finish to was first class. We were meet on the quayside and taken to the boat. Valerie explain what was going to happen and we set off. Only 25 minutes into the trip and we saw our first whale. Valerie was on hand the whole time giving information. If you are considering booking this trip I would say go for it you won’t be disappointed. There are rib trips but this in my opinion is 100 times better. Thank you once again to Valerie and the team”

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From Skjervøy: Whale Watching in a Heated Cabin Cruiser

/ August 21, 2026

12.From Skjervøy: Whale Watching in a Heated Cabin Cruiser

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 72 reviews · 4 hours · from $278

Heated cabin whale watching from Skjervøy Marina, with flotation suits, hydrophones, hot waffles, and a 4-hour orca search for $278.

“Mi amiga y yo estamos encantadas con haber realizado la actividad con ellos. Teníamos contratada una excursión en lancha rápida pero nos cancelaron con la actividad por mal tiempo cuando ya estábamos en Skjervoy. Decidimos reservar con ellos. El barco no es muy grande lo que permite que sea similar a la experiencia en lancha rápida pero a su vez tienes la cabina con calefacción para resguardarte de las olas que pegaban fuerte y por si no aguantas el frío. Estuvimos todas las horas de luz en el lugar de las ballenas y vimos orcas y jorobadas. El personal muy amable y nos dieron gofres y café al llegar.”

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Whale Safari in Tromso

/ August 23, 2026

13.Whale Safari in Tromso

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 63 reviews · 6 to 8 hours (approx.) · from $182Best value

Whale Safari in Tromso by catamaran: try for orcas and humpbacks, get onboard WiFi and a guide, and sail fjords for 6 to 8 hours.

“Plenty of seats available and Lorenzo was very helpful and knowledgeable on the area and its wildlife. We were lucky enough to see a few families of orcas. Worth every penny”

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Tromsø: Responsible Whale Watching Cruise Aboard MS Alba

/ August 24, 2026

14.Responsible Whale Watching Cruise Aboard MS Alba

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 53 reviews · 8 hours · from $215

Winter whale watching in Tromsø on MS Alba, with expert guides, heated lounges, hot drinks, and a Whale Pass rebooking if no whales appear.

“Niesamowita wycieczka i niezapomniane przeżycie! Udało się zobaczyć wieloryby i orki z bliska, a cała wyprawa była świetnie zorganizowana. Widoki zapierające dech w piersiach, a emocje zostaną z nami na zawsze. Zdecydowanie warto! 🐋✨”

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Silent Whale Watching on Hybrid-Electric Boat with Scenic Bustrip

/ August 25, 2026

15.Silent Whale Watching on Hybrid-Electric Boat with Scenic Bustrip

★★★★★★★★★★4.0 · 48 reviews · 9 hours (approx.) · from $192

Silent whale watching from Tromsø on a hybrid-electric catamaran, then a scenic bus ride to Skjervøy and back.

“My boyfriend and I went on the Fjord and Wildlife Cruise. We were originally scheduled for the Silent Whale Watching Cruise, but it had been canceled due to the whales leaving early. We were notified early enough to make other arrangements. They offered a full refund or a different excursion. We decided on the Fjord and Wildlife Cruise. While there wasn't much Wildlife to be seen, the sights in the Fjord were breathtaking and awe inspiring! The electric catamaran is state of the art and an absolutely beautiful ship! Such a relaxing and yet fun trip! We had a race against a competing company's ship. Sadly, we lost the race.…”

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