Boat + Bus Whale Watching

 

Combine whale watching with a scenic journey through the fjords by land and sea, and experience the Arctic landscape from multiple perspectives.

Tour Description
Experience a unique adventure designed to make the most of your day. Begin your journey by bus or boat, take in the stunning landscapes or spot majestic whales — and then switch modes of travel on your return for a completely new perspective.

Boat Trip
Depart Tromsø by boat and cruise through the Arctic waters to Skjervøy on a 2.5-hour scenic voyage. Upon arrival, spend approximately 1.5 hours searching for and observing whales in their natural habitat. Afterward, dock in Skjervøy and enjoy a breathtaking bus ride past the Lyngen Alps on your return to Tromsø.

Bus Trip
Depart Tromsø by bus and travel through the beautiful backcountry, passing fjords and the Lyngen Alps on your way to Skjervøy. Once there, board our hybrid-electric boat and sail to the whale feeding grounds just outside Skjervøy. Spend about 1.5 hours watching these magnificent creatures before continuing your relaxing boat journey all the way back to Tromsø.

ACTIVITY DETAILS

Season: Daily (December 2025 - January 2026)

Duration: ± 9 hours

Departure: 07:30 am - Please meet 15 minutes before departure. Return around 17:00

Meeting Point: Samuel Arnesens gate 5, at the Brim Explorer shop on the second floor in Prostneset building

STANDARD PRICE

Adult (18+) 1,790 NOK N/A

Youth (12 - 17) 1,342.50 NOK N/A

Student (ID) 1,342.50 NOK N/A

Child (3 - 11) 895 NOK N/A

Infant (0 - 2) 0 NOK N/A


INCLUSION

  • Professional guides

  • Orcas, Humpback & Fin whales

  • Purpose-built sightseeing ship plus a bus trip through the arctic landscape

  • Light snack & drink included

FACILITIES

  • Wheelchair accessible

  • Cafe with food & drinks

  • Wifi

  • Multiple bathrooms

  • Licenced Bar

WHAT TO BRING

  • Warm clothes (at least two layers), winter boots, gloves, scarf & hat

IMPORTANT NOTES

Whale sightings are not guaranteed

Group Size 8 - 120

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CANCELALTION POLICY

More than 48 hours in advance – 100% refund.
Less than 48 hours in advance - No refund.

To be able to cancel you need to follow the instructions in the confirmation email and contact the supplier directly. MagicTromsø will unfortunately not be able to cancel the booking for you and any attempt of cancellations trough us are not valid.

ELECTRIC USE

Under normal circumstances, 75% of this tour is done on our electric engine.

Directions from Smarthotel - 5 minute walk


Magic Tromsø will not be held liable for any last-minute cancellation/change made by the tour provider. For cancellation and change requests, please contact the company directly. Details are provided in the confirmation email.

The 48 h cancellation policy doesn't apply unless the provider is contacted directly.