1. Lots of action, lots of whales
When the Atlantic herring arrive in the fjords north of Tromsø in Northern Norway, so do the whales. You can witness orcas gathering herring into bait balls, humpback whales lunge feeding, watch fishing boats haul in their catches and marvel the raw beauty of the rugged winter landscape of Northern Norway. The area around Skjervøy and Kvænangen is arguably one of the best places in the world to see orcas, humpback whales and fin whales in a beautiful winter setting.
2. Fast travel time, more time with whales
Our boat MS Sylvkallen, a 17-metre-monohull, takes us quickly and comfortably from Tromsø to the whales. No need for land-based transfers, you get to experience a full day ocean adventure. As the smallest boat offering daily whale watching trips from Tromsø, she is the perfect boat for those wanting a more closer-to-the-elements experience, while still having the comfort of warm indoor areas. Fully equipped with all necessary safety equipment, she is a sturdy and seaworthy boat, perfectly suited for the challenging northern sea conditions.
3. Respect for wildlife
We pride ourselves in responsible whale watching, and operate in accordance with international and local whale watching guidelines, and do not approach closer than 50-100 metres. If the situation requires, we stay further away. The whales come first – we want the encounters to happen on their terms, and do our best to minimise our impact on their behaviour. Nice, relaxed close encounters happen when the whales feel comfortable and not threatened. We believe that by following established guidelines to our best ability, maintaining professional seamanship, respecting wildlife and others at sea, and committing to ongoing education and learning, we can ensure our whale watching tours are conducted in a responsible and sustainable manner.
4. Small business, big heart
We are a small, privately owned business driven by a deep passion for the sea and what we do. For us, every trip is unique – an adventure we get to share with our guests. Our crew have many years of experience in whale watching and seafaring, and are at their happiest out at sea.
A smaller boat and smaller groups ensure a warm, personal atmosphere where every guest feels valued – not just another number. Our goal is to provide an unforgettable, safe and inspirational day out at sea. As an owner-operated business, we are committed to honesty, authenticity, and a hands-on approach in everything we do.
We also collaborate with research organisations, such as the Norwegian Orca Survey, by collecting and sharing data to support marine research and conservation.
5. City life meets Arctic wilderness
Tromsø is a vibrant Arctic city with great transport connections, variety of museums, busy restaurants, and the best of all, nature and wildlife are never far away! It is the perfect destination for nature lovers and culture seekers alike. With us, you can get out to the whales in about 2.5 hours from Tromsø, spend the daylight hours watching whales, and be back in Tromsø in the late afternoon, ready for evening activities. You can enjoy the evening in the multiple restaurants and bars in town, or marvel the northern lights that often light up the polar night of the North.
