Name: Whalesafari at Skjervøy with RIB boat — 20 Oct 2026, 10:00
Start: 2026-10-20T10:00:00+02:00
End: 2026-10-20T12:30:00+02:00
Location: Skjervøy

During this period, we will be offering trips from Skjervøy due to the change in the herring migration. You will then be able to experience orcas and humpbacks up close as they follow the herring, one of the world’s largest fish stocks.

Orcas feeding on herring show a specific behaviour, which includes very active „carousel-feeding.” Fin whales, the second largest whale species, may also be seen. The winter herring season in Skjervøy is unique globally, attracting large whales to feed side by side during the winter months.

MOST DAYLIGHT AND MORE WATCHING

The winter in the Arctic means shorter light during the day. Our trips start early and we use all the daylight there is. This means that you get the most out of our whale-watching tour! We approach the whales respectfully in their proximity.

SHORTEST DISTANCE TO THE WHALES

The whale watching starts from the harbour at Skjervøy Brygge, and there is a short distance out to the whales. Please be at Hotel Maritim Skjervøy, 45 minutes before departure. We provide warm floating suits for all our guests.

OUR GUIDES ARE EXPERTS ON WHALES

Our companies Whalesafari Andenes and Whale2Sea combine whale watching with research on the whales. Our guides are highly trained and will tell you about the different species we see. Captains and guides are also trained in safety and will take good care of our guests!

DURATION:

The tours last between 2-3 hours.