Winter Whale Watching
with Whale Guarantee
November 2025 to January 2026
Witness the Winter Gathering of Whales
Every winter, the fjords north of Tromsø become a stage for one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events — the arrival of humpback and killer whales chasing massive shoals of Atlantic herring.
Step aboard Alba, our high-speed catamaran, and journey deep into the Arctic wilderness for a once-in-a-lifetime encounter with some of the ocean’s most powerful and intelligent creatures. With golden winter light reflecting off snow-dusted mountains and icy seas, the landscape alone is worth the voyage — but the whales make it unforgettable.
Key Details
Season: November 2025 – January 2026 (exact dates depend on whale migration)
Departure Time: 08:30 (Boarding between 08:00–08:15)
Duration: Approx. 6–7 hours (weather- and wildlife-dependent)
Location: Tromsø Harbour (view on Google Maps)
Capacity: Varies (minimum 20 passengers required)
Guides: Experienced, multilingual crew
What’s Included
Full-day guided whale safari aboard Alba
Free hot drinks: coffee, tea & hot chocolate
Light snacks: biscuits available onboard
Onboard commentary from professional whale guides
Access to heated indoor cabin and toilets
The Safari Experience
A voyage into the frozen wild.
Your adventure begins as we leave Tromsø behind and cruise into the fjords where whales gather to feed. During the journey to the whale grounds, you'll travel through a breath taking Arctic landscape bathed in the soft twilight of the polar day.
Once in the feeding zones, the ocean often comes alive with movement — the black dorsal fin of a killer whale slicing through the water, the thunderous exhale of a humpback rising from the deep. Every trip is different, every encounter unforgettable.
You may see:
Killer Whales (Orcas)
Humpback Whales
Fin Whales
White-beaked dolphins
Harbour Porpoises
You might also spot:
White-tailed eagles
Little Auks
Eiders and other Arctic Seabirds
Your guides will share stories, facts, and insights about these majestic creatures and the fragile ecosystem they call home.
Whale Pass - Our Guarantee to You
See Whales or Come Back Free.
We can’t control nature — and that’s part of the magic. But if no cetaceans (whales or dolphins) are spotted during your safari, you’ll receive a free rebooking for another available trip, valid within the current or upcoming season.
View our refund & rebooking policy.
What to Bring
The Arctic can be unpredictable, so come prepared for cold and wind.
We recommend:
Warm winter clothing (hat, gloves, thermal layers)
Winter boots
Waterproof outerwear
Binoculars (optional)
Camera & spare batteries
Water, snacks, and any extra food
Motion sickness tablets if needed
Pricing
Our prices are shown with VAT and booking fees already included on our booking page. To view the current rates for your selected date, click below:
Terms and conditions
- Check in begins half an hour before departure
- We reserve the right to cancel the tour at any point before departure due to weather and/or other unforeseen circumstances. In case we cancel the trip prior to departure, full refund will be given to customers.
- Any cancellation by the tour provider will be done by text message and/or email. Please check your phone and email the evening prior to your trip.
- Minimum number of passengers: 10 (We reserve the right to cancel a departure if there are less than 10 persons on the tour)
- Length of safari: on average 5-7 hours although this can vary depending on weather conditions, and/or location of whales, and/or other unforeseen circumstances. the tour provider hold no liability for any inconvenience and/or disruption to travel plans in case the length of the trip is shorter or longer than described due to unforeseen circumstances outside our control.
- Whale guarantee is not transferable to any other person, or refundable for cash.
- Cancellation by customer: Free cancellation up to 24 hours prior to departure. 100% cancellation fee for any cancellations less than 24 hours to departure.
- Prices include local taxes
*The whales will arrive in the area some time in November, and the end of season in January depends on when the whales leave the area. This varies from year to year, and is not in our control.
