{"id":394603,"date":"2026-08-20T18:04:56","date_gmt":"2026-08-20T16:04:56","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/"},"modified":"2026-08-22T14:12:25","modified_gmt":"2026-08-22T12:12:25","slug":"whale-watching-tromso-norway","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/","title":{"rendered":"Whale Watching in Troms\u00f8, Norway: Where to See Orcas and Sperm Whales"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re drawn to <strong>whale watching in Troms\u00f8, Norway<\/strong>, every winter more of them swim into the <strong>fjords near Skjerv\u00f8y<\/strong> chasing giant herring shoals than this tiny northern Norwegian town has residents. Norway is one of the very few places in Europe where you can watch these fascinating marine mammals from the deck of a boat, just a few dozen metres away. If you&#8217;re planning a trip above the Arctic Circle, a whale safari will be one of the most powerful experiences you&#8217;ll bring home from your holiday. I&#8217;ve put together a detailed guide to help you figure out exactly where to go and in which month you&#8217;ll have the best chance of success.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">And so the Arctic frost doesn&#8217;t catch you off guard, below you&#8217;ll also find advice on what to wear, tips against seasickness, and the reason you really shouldn&#8217;t wait to book. You&#8217;ll also learn <strong>how much this Arctic spectacle costs<\/strong> and why the famous Lofoten Islands actually aren&#8217;t the best choice for whale watching.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27b45f&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27b45f\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01.jpg\" alt=\"Orcas swim into the fjords near Skjerv\u00f8y chasing herring\" class=\"wp-image-361593\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-01-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" 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baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#TLDR\" >TL;DR<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Where_to_Stay_in_Tromso_and_Vesteralen\" >Where to Stay in Troms\u00f8 and Vester\u00e5len<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Where_to_Eat\" >Where to Eat<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#10_Things_You_Must_Know_About_Whale_Watching_in_Norway\" >10 Things You Must Know About Whale Watching in Norway<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#1_Where_and_When_Youll_See_Whales_in_Norway\" >1. Where and When You&#8217;ll See Whales in Norway<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#2_Tromso_and_Skjervoy_A_Paradise_of_Orcas_and_Humpbacks\" >2. Troms\u00f8 and Skjerv\u00f8y: A Paradise of Orcas and Humpbacks<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#3_Andenes_and_Vesteralen_Sperm_Whales_Year-Round\" >3. Andenes and Vester\u00e5len: Sperm Whales Year-Round<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#4_What_a_Day_on_the_Boat_Looks_Like_Hybrid_Boats_vs_RIB_Boats\" >4. What a Day on the Boat Looks Like: Hybrid Boats vs. RIB Boats<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#5_The_Ethics_of_Watching_or_Quiet_Whale_Watching\" >5. The Ethics of Watching, or Quiet Whale Watching<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#6_Chances_of_Success_and_the_Whale_Guarantee\" >6. Chances of Success and the Whale Guarantee<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#7_Whales_vs_a_Hurtigruten_Voyage\" >7. Whales vs. a Hurtigruten Voyage<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#8_Seasickness_and_Clothing_for_the_Arctic_Winter\" >8. Seasickness and Clothing for the Arctic Winter<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#9_Photography_and_Why_to_Leave_the_Drone_at_Home\" >9. Photography and Why to Leave the Drone at Home<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-14\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#10_Booking_Flexibility_and_GetYourGuide\" >10. Booking, Flexibility and GetYourGuide<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-15\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Practical_Summary_and_Rough_Prices_2026\" >Practical Summary and Rough Prices 2026<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-16\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Where_to_Next\" >Where to Next<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-17\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Frequently_Asked_Questions\" >Frequently Asked Questions<\/a><ul class='ez-toc-list-level-3' ><li class='ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-18\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#When_is_the_best_season_for_orcas_killer_whales\" >When is the best season for orcas (killer whales)?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-19\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Where_does_the_whale_safari_depart_from\" >Where does the whale safari depart from?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-20\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#How_much_does_whale_watching_in_Norway_cost\" >How much does whale watching in Norway cost?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-21\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Will_I_see_whales_with_100_certainty\" >Will I see whales with 100% certainty?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-22\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Is_whale_watching_ethical\" >Is whale watching ethical?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-23\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#What_if_I_suffer_from_seasickness\" >What if I suffer from seasickness?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-3'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-24\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/whale-watching-tromso-norway\/#Can_you_see_whales_in_Norway_for_free_from_shore\" >Can you see whales in Norway for free from shore?<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"TLDR\"><\/span>TL;DR<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n\n<li>  <strong>Two main locations:<\/strong> For whale watching in Norway you head either to the Troms\u00f8 and Skjerv\u00f8y area, or to the Vester\u00e5len archipelago and the town of Andenes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Winter orcas and humpbacks:<\/strong> Enormous herring shoals gather around Skjerv\u00f8y, drawing in hundreds of orcas. The high season here runs <strong>from mid-October to the end of January<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Year-round sperm whales:<\/strong> From Andenes you sail out to a deep underwater canyon where giant sperm whales hunt all year. The most comfortable season here is <strong>from May to mid-September<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>Safari prices:<\/strong> For a full-day trip on a modern boat you&#8217;ll pay roughly <strong>1,690 NOK to 1,990 NOK<\/strong> in the 2026\/2027 season (about \u20ac150 to \u20ac175).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>High success rate:<\/strong> With reputable operators, the chance you&#8217;ll actually see whales runs <strong>above an impressive 95 percent<\/strong>.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>  <strong>The weather rules everything:<\/strong> Trips out on the open sea can be cancelled due to strong wind, so always keep <strong>at least one or two spare days<\/strong> in your itinerary as a buffer.<\/li>\n\n\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27bb55&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27bb55\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02.jpg\" alt=\"Base for a whale safari: Troms\u00f8 or Andenes\" class=\"wp-image-361598\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-02-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Efrem  Efre \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Stay_in_Tromso_and_Vesteralen\"><\/span>Where to Stay in Troms\u00f8 and Vester\u00e5len<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><em>\ud83d\udca1 Tip for accommodation and experiences: We prefer to look for accommodation on <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Booking.com\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/booking-com\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">Booking.com<\/a>, which usually has the <strong>best cancellation terms<\/strong>. It&#8217;s worth comparing and booking <strong>tickets, tours and activities<\/strong> through <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>.<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re heading out on a winter safari for orcas, <strong>the best strategic base is the city of Troms\u00f8<\/strong>, where the large catamarans set sail, or where buses run straight to the harbour at Skjerv\u00f8y. Troms\u00f8 is a very lively Arctic hub, and staying right by the harbour makes those early mornings incredibly easy. A great option right in the centre by the water is the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=velryby-norsko&#038;hotelname=Clarion%20Hotel%20The%20Edge&#038;address=Tromso,%20Norway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Clarion Hotel The Edge<\/strong><\/a>. It offers modern rooms, and its breakfast is apparently one of Norway&#8217;s hotel highlights, at least according to every other review on Booking.com \ud83d\ude01. Best of all, you&#8217;ll be just a few steps from where the boats depart. On a freezing polar morning you&#8217;ll definitely appreciate not having to trek anywhere far.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;d rather stay closer to the whales, you can reach the town of Skjerv\u00f8y itself from Troms\u00f8 by car or express boat in roughly three to four hours. Most people, though, prefer a <strong>base in Troms\u00f8<\/strong>, since it offers far more options for evening <strong>northern lights hunting<\/strong> and has fantastic restaurants.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">For both summer and winter sperm whale trips you <strong>have to head to the Vester\u00e5len archipelago<\/strong>, specifically to its far northern tip in the town of Andenes. Keep in mind that it takes quite a while to get here from the popular Lofoten Islands. The drive from Svolv\u00e6r takes about three and a half to four hours, including the ferry between Fiskeb\u00f8l and Melbu. Very pleasant accommodation right in Andenes is offered by the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=velryby-norsko&#038;hotelname=Andrikken%20Hotel&#038;address=Andenes,%20Norway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Andrikken Hotel<\/strong><\/a>. It&#8217;s clean and spacious, but its biggest added value is the staff. They&#8217;ll simply tell you straight in the morning whether the boats are sailing today or not, and that&#8217;s priceless.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you prefer something more traditional, try the iconic red rorbu cabins at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.stay22.com\/allez\/roam?aid=lukaskonecny&#038;campaign=loudavymkrokemcz&#038;campaign=velryby-norsko&#038;hotelname=Gronnbua%20Rorbu%20Hotel&#038;address=Andenes,%20Norway\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener nofollow sponsored\"><strong>Gr\u00f8nnbua Rorbu Hotel<\/strong><\/a>. This place breathes genuine fishing-village atmosphere, and you get an <strong>ocean view straight from your room window<\/strong>. The harbour is right around the corner too, which makes it an absolutely ideal starting point for your voyage to the nearby underwater canyon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27c130&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27c130\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03.jpg\" alt=\"A warm soup comes in handy after a day at sea\" class=\"wp-image-361603\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-03-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Shameel mukkath \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Eat\"><\/span>Where to Eat<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When you spend a whole day out on the freezing sea, <strong>a proper hot meal<\/strong> is simply a must. <strong>Norwegian restaurant prices<\/strong> can be frightening, but after an Arctic day the investment in a warm bowl of soup counts double. Vegetarians fare best in the north at caf\u00e9s and with fish-free soups; the choice tends to be smaller, but it&#8217;s there.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you drop anchor in Troms\u00f8, the classic right by the harbour is the restaurant <strong>Fiskekompaniet<\/strong>, famous for its seafood. In Andenes you can warm up after your safari at the spots around the harbour and lighthouse, where fish soup is on the menu practically everywhere.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27c5a1&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27c5a1\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1350\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04.jpg\" alt=\"10 things that will make or break your whale day\" class=\"wp-image-361612\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-300x225.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-700x525.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-768x576.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-1536x1152.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-80x60.jpg 80w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-160x120.jpg 160w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-696x522.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-04-1392x1044.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Barnabas Davoti \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Things_You_Must_Know_About_Whale_Watching_in_Norway\"><\/span>10 Things You Must Know About Whale Watching in Norway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A whale safari is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, but it comes with its own <strong>Arctic specifics<\/strong>. I&#8217;ve put together <strong>ten things<\/strong> you should definitely know before your trip. You&#8217;ll save yourself a lot of stress and money, and above all you won&#8217;t be needlessly freezing on the wrong boat.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27c9fa&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27c9fa\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05.jpg\" alt=\"Humpback whale in Norwegian waters: season October to January\" class=\"wp-image-361616\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-05-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Silvana Palacios \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"1_Where_and_When_Youll_See_Whales_in_Norway\"><\/span>1. Where and When You&#8217;ll See Whales in Norway<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norway has <strong>two completely distinct main destinations<\/strong> for watching the giants of the sea, and they differ not only in season but also in the species of whale you&#8217;ll encounter. The first area is the northern tip of the mainland around the city of Troms\u00f8 and the fjords near Skjerv\u00f8y, which you only visit in winter. The second key location is the Vester\u00e5len archipelago, specifically the town of Andenes and the fishing village of St\u00f8, where you can find whales year-round.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A common mistake many travellers make is believing they can easily do a whale safari from the famous Lofoten Islands or from the city of Bod\u00f8. <strong>But there&#8217;s no permanent operator on Lofoten<\/strong>, because whales appear in those waters only irregularly and by chance. Bod\u00f8, meanwhile, is better known for eagle watching and sea currents; whales stray there only in the rarest of cases.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">So if you&#8217;re spending your holiday on Lofoten and want certainty, you have to take a drive north to Vester\u00e5len and Andenes. <strong>The journey from Svolv\u00e6r takes about four hours of driving<\/strong>, including the ferry. It&#8217;s definitely worth planning at least one overnight stay in Andenes so you don&#8217;t have to rush anywhere and can enjoy the trip in peace.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27ceac&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27ceac\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06.jpg\" alt=\"Skjerv\u00f8y: hundreds of orcas within a few kilometres\" class=\"wp-image-361620\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-06-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Krister P \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"2_Tromso_and_Skjervoy_A_Paradise_of_Orcas_and_Humpbacks\"><\/span>2. Troms\u00f8 and Skjerv\u00f8y: A Paradise of Orcas and Humpbacks<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The area around Troms\u00f8 experiences an incredible natural phenomenon every autumn, when enormous herring shoals gather to overwinter in the deep fjords around the town of Skjerv\u00f8y and Kv\u00e6nangen. Interestingly, the herring only chose this particular spot around 2019; before that they wintered a bit further south. Chasing this easy meal, <strong>hundreds of predatory orcas and giant humpbacks arrive<\/strong> and hold an unbelievable fish feast here.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The high season begins here around mid-October. For example, the popular operator <a href=\"https:\/\/brimexplorer.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Brim Explorer<\/a> runs its winter voyages <strong>from exactly 16 October until the end of January<\/strong>. During February the herring head back out to open water, and the whales naturally follow them back into the deep ocean.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">This winter spectacle has one big peculiarity: the polar night. From roughly 27 November to mid-January the sun doesn&#8217;t rise above the horizon in Troms\u00f8 at all. <strong>Whale watching therefore takes place in a magical blue-and-pink twilight<\/strong>, which gives the whole experience an utterly unrepeatable Arctic atmosphere. Just be prepared that the days are very short, and the boats have to set off early in the morning to make the most of those few hours of usable light.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27d30e&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27d30e\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"919\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07.jpg\" alt=\"A sperm whale&#039;s tail disappears below the surface before a deep dive\" class=\"wp-image-361625\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-300x153.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-700x357.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-768x392.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-1536x784.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-696x355.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-07-1392x711.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Richard Giddins from London, UK \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY 2.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"3_Andenes_and_Vesteralen_Sperm_Whales_Year-Round\"><\/span>3. Andenes and Vester\u00e5len: Sperm Whales Year-Round<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The town of Andenes in the north of Vester\u00e5len has an absolutely unique location, because just a few kilometres off the coast the underwater Bleik Canyon begins. <strong>The seabed here plunges sharply to depths of over a thousand metres<\/strong>, creating ideal conditions for deep-sea squid. And squid are the main food of the giant male sperm whales, which stay here all year thanks to the abundance of food. It&#8217;s actually one of the few places in Europe where such an encounter is even possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Even though you can see sperm whales near Andenes in the middle of winter, <strong>the most reliable and by far most comfortable season runs from May to mid-September<\/strong>. The sea is much calmer in summer, temperatures are more pleasant, and thanks to the midnight sun safaris run without any trouble even in the evening hours.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A great option is to combine the voyage with birdwatching. Some operators offer special summer midnight trips for around 2,080 NOK (about \u20ac180), on which <strong>you&#8217;ll see both sperm whales and adorable puffins on the nearby islands<\/strong>. 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What a Day on the Boat Looks Like: Hybrid Boats vs. RIB Boats<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">When choosing a safari you&#8217;ll most often come across two types of vessel. Very popular these days are the modern hybrid-electric catamarans run, for example, by Brim Explorer out of Troms\u00f8. <strong>These boats offer enormous comfort, a heated lounge with panoramic windows<\/strong>, and you can buy hot food or coffee on board. A trip from Troms\u00f8 typically lasts eight to nine hours, because the boat has to travel a fairly long distance to reach the whales, and it usually sets off before eight in the morning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The second option is the fast inflatable RIB boats, which set out mainly from Andenes or straight from Skjerv\u00f8y. 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The Ethics of Watching, or Quiet Whale Watching<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Norway has no nationwide law that strictly regulates whale watching, but there is a strict ban on needlessly disturbing wildlife. Responsible operators follow voluntary guidelines. <strong>Boats must not approach whales head-on, they must not chase them<\/strong>, and in the presence of animals the captain has to slow down dramatically or switch off the engine entirely.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If maximum respect for nature matters to you, choose a safari on an electric catamaran. When the boat approaches the orcas, <strong>it switches to purely electric propulsion and doesn&#8217;t disturb the animals at all with the noise of the propellers<\/strong>. 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Chances of Success and the Whale Guarantee<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Many travellers ask whether whales are guaranteed. Nature is obviously not a zoo, but in the high seasons at both Skjerv\u00f8y and Andenes <strong>the success rate has long stayed above an impressive 95 percent<\/strong>. Experienced captains and guides drawn from the ranks of marine biologists know exactly where to look for the animals, and the boats actively share information about the movement of the shoals over radio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some operators, such as <a href=\"https:\/\/arcticwhaletours.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Arctic Whale Tours<\/a>, even offer a so-called Whale Pass. <strong>If it happens that you don&#8217;t see a single whale during your voyage, you get a second voyage completely free.<\/strong> This benefit is absolutely great, but remember that you can only fully use it if you&#8217;ve set aside more than one day for a given spot and don&#8217;t have to move hundreds of kilometres away the very next day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The biggest enemy of a successful safari actually isn&#8217;t the absence of whales, but <strong>bad weather<\/strong>. Strong wind and huge waves can force the captain to cancel the trip entirely for safety reasons. That&#8217;s why it&#8217;s absolutely crucial not to plan your voyage for the very last day of your holiday. 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Whales vs. a Hurtigruten Voyage<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The traditional coastal line <a href=\"https:\/\/www.hurtigruten.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">Hurtigruten<\/a> is a fantastic way to get to know the Norwegian fjords, but it definitely can&#8217;t be considered a full substitute for a whale safari. Hurtigruten ships have a fixed timetable and an exact route they simply cannot stray from. <strong>The ferry captain will never slow down or change course for the whales.<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You might of course get lucky and, <strong>from a Hurtigruten deck<\/strong>, catch sight of the typical spout in the distance or a fin disappearing below the surface. But it will usually be from a respectable distance of <strong>several hundred metres<\/strong>. You definitely won&#8217;t get the chance to calmly watch the animals hunting or resting on the surface.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>For the real experience, where you hear a whale exhale up close<\/strong>, you really have to set out on a specialised expedition. The sole aim of these voyages is precisely the finding and respectful observation of whales. The guides on board will also explain exactly which species you&#8217;re watching and how individuals can be told apart by the shape of their dorsal fin, something a regular ferry simply doesn&#8217;t offer. In short, the Hurtigruten ferry is beautiful, but these two things simply aren&#8217;t the same. On a scheduled ship it&#8217;s a nice bonus, whereas on a safari it&#8217;s the whole point of your day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27f374&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27f374\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12.jpg\" alt=\"You get the thermal suit, the layers underneath are up to you\" class=\"wp-image-361663\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-12-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: cottonbro studio \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"8_Seasickness_and_Clothing_for_the_Arctic_Winter\"><\/span>8. Seasickness and Clothing for the Arctic Winter<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Sailing across the Arctic Ocean can get pretty wild. The trips out of Andenes in particular head straight onto the open sea beyond the edge of the continental shelf, where the waves really rock the boat. The fjords near Skjerv\u00f8y aren&#8217;t always perfectly calm either. <strong>Be sure to take a seasickness remedy as a precaution<\/strong> (over-the-counter tablets or a homeopathic option like Cocculine), roughly thirty to sixty minutes before departure. On the boat, what helps most is standing outside in the fresh air and fixing your eyes on a steady point on the horizon.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">As for clothing, there&#8217;s only one rule for a winter safari: the more layers, the better. <strong>The foundation should be quality merino thermal underwear, a warm jumper, and a completely windproof and waterproof jacket and trousers.<\/strong> Don&#8217;t forget thick gloves, a warm hat and a proper scarf.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re going out on an open RIB boat, you&#8217;ll additionally get a <strong>special thermal suit<\/strong> from the operator, but you need to dress warmly underneath it before you leave your hotel. A <strong>thermos of hot tea<\/strong> will come in handy too. The large modern catamarans do have a heated cabin and their own caf\u00e9 (you can&#8217;t bring your own food on board), but you&#8217;ll still want to spend most of your time outside on deck.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e27fa70&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e27fa70\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13.jpg\" alt=\"A 200 mm lens is enough for whales, leave the drone at home\" class=\"wp-image-361672\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-13-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Lio  Photography \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"9_Photography_and_Why_to_Leave_the_Drone_at_Home\"><\/span>9. Photography and Why to Leave the Drone at Home<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Photographing whales in winter Norway is quite a challenge, mainly because of the lack of light. During the polar night, especially in December and January, you&#8217;ll essentially be shooting in blue twilight all day long. <strong>You&#8217;ll need a very fast lens, and don&#8217;t be afraid to crank the ISO up to high values<\/strong> to keep a short enough shutter speed. Ideally you should aim for at least 1\/1000 of a second. Whales surface unexpectedly and fast, so a slow shutter would just mean a blurry smear instead of a sharp fin.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you love filming from above, I&#8217;m afraid I&#8217;ll have to disappoint you here. <strong>Using drones from the deck of tour boats is banned across the board<\/strong> without the operator&#8217;s explicit prior consent, which in most cases they won&#8217;t grant at all.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The main reason is the strict <strong>ban on disturbing marine mammals<\/strong>. The noise of a drone flying low over the surface stresses the animals greatly, and on top of that you&#8217;d be breaking Norwegian nature protection laws. Better to enjoy the incredible spectacle with your own eyes and leave the filming to a regular camera with a <strong>good telephoto lens<\/strong>. Trust me, the best moments you&#8217;ll save mainly in your own memory anyway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e28003d&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e28003d\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14.jpg\" alt=\"Book with flexible cancellation: the weather has the final say\" class=\"wp-image-361686\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-14-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Thirdman \/ Pexels<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"10_Booking_Flexibility_and_GetYourGuide\"><\/span>10. Booking, Flexibility and GetYourGuide<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A whale safari is one of the absolute most sought-after activities in all of Norway, and boat capacity is limited. The peak season around Christmas and New Year <strong>tends to be sold out weeks or even months in advance<\/strong>, so don&#8217;t delay your booking. As soon as operators release capacity for the winter season, the best slots vanish at lightning speed. You can book trips from Troms\u00f8 very easily and safely online in advance through the popular platform <a class=\"thirstylink\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"GetYourGuide\" href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/doporucujeme\/getyourguide\/\" data-shortcode=\"true\">GetYourGuide<\/a>, where you&#8217;ll find exact dates and clear cancellation terms.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The most important rule for planning is clear: <strong>leave yourself a time buffer<\/strong>. Arctic weather is unpredictable, and strong wind or a snowstorm can lead the captain to cancel the trip uncompromisingly for safety reasons. If you&#8217;ve set aside just one single day for Troms\u00f8 or Vester\u00e5len, you&#8217;re risking huge disappointment. The ideal is to plan your safari for the very first free day of your stay. That way, if the boats don&#8217;t sail because of rough seas, you&#8217;ll have the chance to reschedule the voyage to another day of your holiday. It would be a huge shame to fly all that way and miss this magical experience just because of bad timing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure data-wp-context=\"{&quot;imageId&quot;:&quot;6a89b2e280532&quot;}\" data-wp-interactive=\"core\/image\" data-wp-key=\"6a89b2e280532\" class=\"wp-block-image size-full wp-lightbox-container\"><img decoding=\"async\" width=\"1800\" height=\"1200\" data-wp-class--hide=\"state.isContentHidden\" data-wp-class--show=\"state.isContentVisible\" data-wp-init=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\" data-wp-on--load=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" data-wp-on--pointerdown=\"actions.preloadImage\" data-wp-on--pointerenter=\"actions.preloadImageWithDelay\" data-wp-on--pointerleave=\"actions.cancelPreload\" data-wp-on-window--resize=\"callbacks.setButtonStyles\" src=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15.jpg\" alt=\"Andenes with its lighthouse, the starting point for sperm whales\" class=\"wp-image-361695\" title=\"\" srcset=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15.jpg 1800w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-300x200.jpg 300w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-700x467.jpg 700w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-768x512.jpg 768w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-696x464.jpg 696w, https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/spicberky-clanky-velryby-v-norsku-15-1392x928.jpg 1392w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1800px) 100vw, 1800px\" \/><button\n\t\t\tclass=\"lightbox-trigger\"\n\t\t\ttype=\"button\"\n\t\t\taria-haspopup=\"dialog\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-bind--aria-label=\"state.thisImage.triggerButtonAriaLabel\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-init=\"callbacks.initTriggerButton\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-on--click=\"actions.showLightbox\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--right=\"state.thisImage.buttonRight\"\n\t\t\tdata-wp-style--top=\"state.thisImage.buttonTop\"\n\t\t>\n\t\t\t<svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"12\" height=\"12\" fill=\"none\" viewBox=\"0 0 12 12\">\n\t\t\t\t<path fill=\"#fff\" d=\"M2 0a2 2 0 0 0-2 2v2h1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 1 .5-.5h2V0H2Zm2 10.5H2a.5.5 0 0 1-.5-.5V8H0v2a2 2 0 0 0 2 2h2v-1.5ZM8 12v-1.5h2a.5.5 0 0 0 .5-.5V8H12v2a2 2 0 0 1-2 2H8Zm2-12a2 2 0 0 1 2 2v2h-1.5V2a.5.5 0 0 0-.5-.5H8V0h2Z\" \/>\n\t\t\t<\/svg>\n\t\t<\/button><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Foto: Gunnar9000 \/ Wikimedia Commons, CC BY-SA 4.0<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Practical_Summary_and_Rough_Prices_2026\"><\/span>Practical Summary and Rough Prices 2026<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Below you&#8217;ll find a clear table with the main operators, voyage length and prices for the 2026\/2027 season. Prices may vary slightly depending on the exact date, with modest surcharges often applied during the busy Christmas period between 11 December and 10 January. For a quick conversion, count on a rough rate of about <strong>0.09 EUR per 1 NOK<\/strong>. Cutting corners on the operator simply doesn&#8217;t pay off here. With a dubious company you risk getting lost and not seeing a whale even in the distance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><thead><tr><th>Operator and location<\/th><th>Boat type<\/th><th>Voyage length<\/th><th>High season<\/th><th>Price per adult<\/th><\/tr><\/thead>\n<tbody><tr><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><td>:&#8212;<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Brim Explorer (Troms\u00f8)<\/strong><\/td><td>Hybrid-electric catamaran<\/td><td>8 to 9 hours<\/td><td>16 October to 31 January<\/td><td><strong>1,990 NOK<\/strong> (approx. \u20ac175)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Whalesafari Andenes (Andenes)<\/strong><\/td><td>Traditional boat MS Reine<\/td><td>3 to 4 hours<\/td><td>May to September<\/td><td><strong>from 1,690 NOK<\/strong> (approx. \u20ac150)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Whalesafari Andenes (Andenes)<\/strong><\/td><td>Fast RIB boat<\/td><td>1.5 to 2.5 hours<\/td><td>year-round<\/td><td><strong>from 1,690 NOK<\/strong> (approx. \u20ac150)<\/td><\/tr>\n<tr><td><strong>Arctic Whale Tours (St\u00f8\/Andenes)<\/strong><\/td><td>Traditional boats (Whale Pass guarantee)<\/td><td>3 to 5 hours<\/td><td>May to September<\/td><td><strong>on request \/ see website<\/strong><\/td><\/tr>\n<\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">\ud83d\udca1 <strong>Important note about operators on Vester\u00e5len:<\/strong> If you dig through some older printed guidebooks or blogs, you might come across mentions of three different competing companies in Andenes. They were called Hvalsafari, Whale2Sea and Sea Safari Andenes. That information is no longer current, though, because the whale companies recently merged and now operate together under one giant holding with a single website, <a href=\"https:\/\/whalesafari.no\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow noopener\">whalesafari.no<\/a>. So you don&#8217;t have to painstakingly compare reviews of three different firms, since all the main boats ultimately fall under one banner. Also remember to check when booking whether your summer ticket from Andenes includes entry to The Whale Centre, a fascinating museum that beautifully rounds out the context before you set sail.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_to_Next\"><\/span>Where to Next<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you&#8217;re keen to explore northern Norway in depth, we&#8217;ve prepared plenty more useful guides. For planning a summer trip in search of sperm whales, our article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/vesteralen-norway-things-to-do\/\">Vester\u00e5len: Whales and Calm Right Next to Lofoten<\/a> will come in handy. If you&#8217;re heading north in winter, be sure to read our detailed guide to the city of <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/tromso-norway-things-to-do\/\">Troms\u00f8: Gateway to the North<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">I definitely recommend not skipping the neighbouring island described in the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/senja-island-norway\/\">Senja: The Wilder Neighbour of Lofoten<\/a>, or draw inspiration from our big overview <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/northern-norway-arctic-circle\/\">Northern Norway: What to See<\/a>. You might also be interested in <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/lofoten-norway-things-to-do\/\">Lofoten: The Big Guide<\/a>, and if you&#8217;re considering the ferry, take a look at the article <a href=\"https:\/\/loudavymkrokem.cz\/en\/hurtigruten-norway-coastal-voyage\/\">Hurtigruten: A Voyage Along the Coast<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Frequently_Asked_Questions\"><\/span>Frequently Asked Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Planning a trip to the far north always brings plenty of question marks. Here&#8217;s a brief overview of the very most common questions about whale watching, so you have everything nicely in one place without any unnecessary searching.<\/p>\n\n\n<div id=\"rank-math-faq\" class=\"rank-math-block\">\n<div class=\"rank-math-list \">\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350000\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_is_the_best_season_for_orcas_killer_whales\"><\/span>When is the best season for orcas (killer whales)?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Orcas stay in northern Norway primarily in winter, when they come here to hunt enormous herring schools. <strong>The best time to observe them in the Skjerv\u00f8y area is from late October until roughly the end of January.<\/strong> During this period you have an excellent chance of seeing dozens or even hundreds of individuals together, cooperatively herding fish.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350001\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Where_does_the_whale_safari_depart_from\"><\/span>Where does the whale safari depart from?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Winter cruises to see orcas <strong>depart most frequently directly from Troms\u00f8 city centre<\/strong>, or from the port in Skjerv\u00f8y, which you can reach comfortably by bus from Troms\u00f8. Year-round humpback whale trips, on the other hand, operate from the Vester\u00e5len archipelago, primarily from the port in the town of Andenes, or during summer months from the nearby fishing village of St\u00f8.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350002\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_much_does_whale_watching_in_Norway_cost\"><\/span>How much does whale watching in Norway cost?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Prices depend on the type of boat and the total duration of the cruise. For a classic full-day trip on a modern boat in the 2026\/2027 season you&#8217;ll pay <strong>approximately 1,690 to 1,990 Norwegian kroner (NOK) per adult<\/strong>, which works out to roughly \u20ac145\u2013170. Children and students usually get quite substantial discounts from most operators.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350003\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Will_I_see_whales_with_100_certainty\"><\/span>Will I see whales with 100% certainty?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>You never have 100% certainty in the wild, of course. During the main seasons (winter in Skjerv\u00f8y, summer in Andenes), however, <strong>the success rate with established operators is higher than 95 percent<\/strong>. Some companies, such as Arctic Whale Tours, also offer a so-called Whale Pass. This is a guarantee that if you exceptionally don&#8217;t see the animals, you get another cruise completely free of charge.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350004\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Is_whale_watching_ethical\"><\/span>Is whale watching ethical?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Yes, if you choose a responsible operator. Norway has strict guidelines on how not to disturb animals in the open sea. Boats must not approach too quickly, must not cross in front of whales or chase them. <strong>The most environmentally friendly are modern hybrid-electric boats<\/strong>, which switch to silent mode near the pod and thus don&#8217;t stress the animals with engine noise at all.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350005\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_if_I_suffer_from_seasickness\"><\/span>What if I suffer from seasickness?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Trips out to open sea, especially those from Andenes to the underwater canyon, can be quite challenging due to high waves. <strong>I definitely recommend taking motion sickness medication (such as Dramamine or homeopathic remedies)<\/strong> well in advance of the cruise. Once on the boat, staying outside in the fresh icy air and fixing your gaze on the steady horizon helps.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div id=\"faq-question-1785340350006\" class=\"rank-math-list-item\">\n<h3 class=\"rank-math-question \"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Can_you_see_whales_in_Norway_for_free_from_shore\"><\/span>Can you see whales in Norway for free from shore?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n<div class=\"rank-math-answer \">\n\n<p>Theoretically it&#8217;s possible, but it requires an absolutely enormous amount of luck. Occasionally orcas or humpback whales stray deep into fjords in winter very close to roads. <strong>You definitely can&#8217;t count on it though<\/strong>, so if you want certainty and to see the animals really up close, a paid safari from a boat is basically the only sensible option.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Find out where to head for orcas and sperm whales, how much an Arctic safari costs, and why to choose a quiet electric boat over a noisy dinghy.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":361616,"comment_status":"open","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"_acf_changed":false,"footnotes":"","rank_math_title":"Whale Watching in Troms\u00f8, Norway: Full Guide","rank_math_description":"Whale watching in Troms\u00f8, Norway: where to see orcas and sperm whales, best seasons, prices and booking tips. 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