The best way how to get to know bergen and its attractions, learn about the norwegian history and culture. To be able to make the most of the whale watching opportunities in the region, it is advisable to plan a trip in between may and september. My bedroom walls were covered in whale posters and my bookshelf was filled with whale books. Whale watching hurtigruten land excursion whale watching experience more of the beautiful wildlife that exists in the waters off of the norwegian coast in this trip to spot local whales. Diving in norway shipwrecks, killer whales, and fjords. Norway in winter visiting the whales of northern norway. Whale watching is mostly done in the north of norway. Whale watching hurtigruten land excursion fjord travel norway.
Norway has hunted whales in its own waters for centuries, but key technological advancessuch as the exploding harpoon cannon, developed by its whalers in the 19th centuryenabled the expansion of norwegian whaling to an industrial scale. Norway the best tips for whale watching in norway whaletrips. We were shown how to take photos of the northern lights, which aided us to take some amazing photos. Some still continue the practice in the modern day. Wildlife safaris whale watching, musk oxen and eagles. When the harpoon hits the whale, it embeds itself deeply in the whales flesh not. Wild seas adventures give travellers a onceinalifetime whale watching experience while simultaneously supporting conservation efforts in norway. Spotting whales in artic norway proves elusive this expedition is based in andenes, which is supporting a growing whale watching industry. Investigating whales and dolphins of the norwegian arctic.
The hospitality at the base camp made us feel very welcome and made this trip special. By the mid1930s, norway dominated the global whaling industry, taking more than half of all whales killed and producing a large share of the worlds. I badly, desperately want to do a whale watching trip while i am there. If youve always wanted to witness the humbling sight of humpback and killer whales in the wild then norway, in the fjords to the north of tromso, is one of the best places in the world to do just that. When visiting the oslo area, expedia can provide you with extensive whale beach information, as well as great savings on nearby hotels and flights. The ms havcruise is a very stable and comfortable boat with a warm, homely cozy lounge and ample space on deck. Several protected islands are excellent destinations for birdwatchers, like the vega archipelago in northern norway or runde in the west. At a glance embark on a sixday trip to norway, beginning and ending in the lively and vibrant city tromso with three nights in mefjordvaer. Whale safari in tromso, norway join an exciting whale safari in tromso on the catamaran ms havcruise, looking for orca and humpback whales in the open sea.
When i did a drive in the fjords summer 20, then i thought i could cover much more than i did on a cycle trip back in 1992, with up to 180 km per day, but i ended up with a drive on 220 250 km per day. It never gets dark during summer and northern lights illuminate the sky in winter both being perfect conditions for a whale watching trip. The lofoten islands are a chain of islands above the arctic circle. Whale watching norway sperm whales, minkes, orcas watching whales. Whale watching hurtigruten land excursion fjord travel. Spotting huge whales is big business in northern norway. By clicking on or navigating the site, you agree to our use of cookies. Zoologists say dead whale in norway full of plastic bags. Norway is about to begin controversial whale hunt the dodo. Whale watching in norway norway attractions baltic travel. The lofoten islands have always been a popular hunting area for whaling in norway. If you love seeing whales but are skeptical of whale watching boat tours, norway s next major attraction will be right up your alley. Thinking of whale watching in norway, andenes will come to mind first. We focus on the north of the country as this is where we can offer the best wildlife experiences.
By the mid1930s, norway dominated the global whaling industry, taking more than half of all whales killed and producing a large share. Whale classification breeding patterns of whales whale migration join us norway. Whaling in norway involves subsidized hunting of minke whales for use as animal and human food in norway and for export to japan. Killer whale watching in norway responsible vacation. Then its time to move on to one of the surrounding islands. Norway and japan also do so, as do a few smaller populations. Our main aim for your trip is to make sure you have encounters with orca whales and humpback whales either from the shore or. Our whale watching trips take place in lapland, in the arctic. Experience an amazing midnight sun adventure, and get up close to the north norwegian nature, culture and spectacular wildlife on this guided tour in the troms region. Can anyone please let me know where is the best place to go on an orca safari. Then, cruise around the pristine fjords and islands to watch for these mighty mammals as they breach, flip and splash in the water. Just west of sweden, norway is a very large area in northern europe.
Orcas seen on our whale watching trip from sto, norway june. This is a short clip of one of the amazing moments that happened during our recent trip to norway. This worldfamous, beautiful and friendly orca actually chose norway after he was set free, and he stayed around our fjords a couple of years, until he sadly died from pneumonia in 2003. Wildlife safaris in norway will bring you eye to eye with a myriad of unique creatures in their natural habitat. How to choose the best whale watching tours in iceland and. Initially, i had zeroed down on tromso with arctic sea cruises but have just learnt that they are closing down. This article is part of wikiproject norway, an attempt to better organize information in articles related to norway. Our main aim for your trip is to make sure you have encounters with orca.
Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural world. Our whale watching tours run from tromso, norway, between midnovember until midjanuary. Whale watching walbebeoachtung in tromso norwaynorwegen by reisevideo duration. Find the best time to visit norway for swimming with whales, witnessing the northern lights or. This country is about to start killing whales again. This is why we keep our group size to a maximum of six persons so we can provide high service to our customers. Stub this article has been rated as stubclass on the projects quality scale. Adventurous travelers can even sign up for special whale watching safaris offering to let you swim with the whales.
But animal welfare advocates argue that norways whale hunts are inhumane. However, whale watching off northern norway has now become so popular that norwegian authorities have set up a dedicated whale route with ferries and boats between the lofoten islands. The second biggest island of norway is located 50 kilometers south of tromso. Hunters shoot whales with grenade harpoons that have springloaded claws on their tips. Find the best time to visit norway for swimming with whales, witnessing the northern lights or visiting impressive bird colonies. Apart from the famous sperm whales, one can also spot orcas, humpback whales, giant sperm whales, and porpoises in these waters from time to time.
These giants of the ocean visit the norwegian coast every year, showing off for tourists and locals alike. If you want to be sure of a place on a 2020 departure, choose your preferred tour date, download and complete the whales underwater. Our expert team have been running whale trips to norway for a number of years. An incredible shipbased safari with the unique opportunity to swim with, and be photographed alongside, killer whales orcas and humpbacks in the wild norwegian waters.
When to go to norway best time to visit natural world safaris. The whale, an architectural project on the island of andoya the northernmost island in the vesteralen archipelago will allow visitors to see migrating whales up close, without ever setting foot on a boat. In scandinavia, whale watching is a popular activity, and many travelers choose to go whale watching in norway or iceland. We will search for whales in some of our most beautiful fjords, eat good food, and enjoy the great outdoors, while the whales often are swimming right next to us. Meet your guide in tromso and travel to a nearby port depending on local knowledge about the whales location.
Spotting huge whales is big business in northern norway tourism in northern norway is thriving, and the opportunities for whale watching is seen as part of the explanation. The whale tour was cancelled but he gave us the option to stay overnight in the lavvo or go on the snow mobile. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in norway. Youll also have a chance to see the magnificent dancing northern lights. Feb 04, 2016 humpback whale feeding, norway 2016 trip. With arctic whale tours, you will experience the incredible wildlife of vesteralen in norway. Whale safari in tromso, norway fjord travel norway. This often baffles and horrifies people from elsewhere. The most favourite is an approximately fourhour tour beginning in the town centre and continuing to troldhaugen, the house of the compo ser edvard grieg, to the stave church fantoft and to the open air museum gamle bergen. Midnight sun adventure holiday, travel, tours and cruises.
These big mythical mammals have an enormous attraction on humans, and norway has some of the worlds best spots for whale watching. If you are looking for whale beach travel information, expedia has you covered. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more. Lying in the far north of europe, the seasons vary greatly in norway throughout the year. Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural. Visit the kingdom of whales in the kingdom of norway. Ill share the best whale watching tours in iceland and norway that you should definitely use. Just six nautical miles offshore a onehour boat trip the continental shelf drops away to depths of 3,000 feet. Hello does anyone know if there is any whale watching in bergen in december if so which companieswhats the best ways to book them any suggestions on goood day trips to see in december ie. Visit norway, take a whale watching vacation to norway, and enjoy a whale watching trip in norway. Thanks to their epic migrations, phenomenally deep dives, great age and the virtual impossibility of keeping them in captivity there are still many mysteries surrounding these great mammals of the sea. Whale watching holiday in the lofoten islands 45 our short stop off in oslo gave us chance to hop on a boat for the quick but scenic ride to the fabulous fram museum which set us up well for the rest of our trip.
This is exactly what norway plans to start doing this april, when the country commences its annual whale hunt in the arctic. If you would like to participate, you can edit the article attached to this page, or visit the project page, where you can join the project andor contribute to the discussion. This year, the goal is to kill 999 minke whales, which is higher than last years quota of 880. With its stunning fjords and its gateway to the arctic, norway offers unique whale watching opportunities for visitors year. Find out here when and where to go whale watching in the whales natural habitats. Whale watching experience more of the beautiful wildlife that exists in the waters off of the norwegian coast in this trip to spot local whales. How to choose the best whale watching tours in iceland and norway. We are located in the village of sto on langoya, from where we arrange sea safaris. Watch the majestic humpbacks and orcas as they feed on the herringrich fjords. I am looking to go to norway next year about november time and want to go on a whale watching tour to see orcas. Ever since i was a little girl ive loved marine mammals, especially whales. Wild seas offers exclusive whale research safaris and allows you to get up close and personal with these impressive animals.
When i did a drive in the fjords summer 20, then i thought i could cover much more than i did on a cycle trip back in 1992, with up to 180 km per day, but i ended up with a drive on 220. Silent whale watching on a state of the art electric catamaran. If you prefer an organized trip, you could join a wildlife safari. Whale watching in norway norway attractions baltic. This light alone is worth a trip to northern norway in winter. Wildlife safaris whale watching, musk oxen and eagles visit norway. In contrast to tromso, senja or tysfjord things have been stable here for decades in andenes its not about the herring, its about the sperm whales. Whale hunting has been a part of norwegian coastal culture for centuries, and commercial operations targeting the minke whale have occurred since the early 20th century. When to go to norway best time to visit natural world.
Tromso is known as the gateway to the arctic, and, as the northern lights dazzle during winter, the midnight sun does during summer. Norwegian zoologists have found about 30 plastic bags and other plastic waste in the stomach of a beaked whale that had beached on a southwestern norway coast. This is an optional land excursion which you can only book on board your hurtigruten cruise no advance booking available. Think snowy mountains shooting straight up out of the sea. Our main objective on the trip was to be to get in. From the small, but lively fishing village of sto, we set out to the sea.
I wasnt going to pass up the opportunity to be in the iconic northern norwegian fjordlands and to see several varieties of whale. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in. It has all the advantages mentioned above, plus users to your site can conveniently access it directly on your site. A winter trip to the fjords of andenes, senja and skjervoy. Join a safari and get close to animals like whales, king crabs, or even the shaggy survivor from the last glacial epoch the musk ox. Spot orcas, humpbacks and wildlife such as seals and sea eagles on this 5hour lapland whalewatching tour from tromso. Two bodies of salt water, the norwegian sea and the north sea, border it. This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising.
Jun 21, 2012 orcas seen on our whale watching trip from sto, norway june 21, 2011. These animal safaris will bring you near creatures such as whales, the longhaired musk oxen, or the king crabs near the russian border. Norway is rich in spectacular natural scenery, such as fjords formed by mountains that plunge into cold blue waters. Whale watch norway prides itself on customer service. The lofoten and the vesteralen 300km north of the polar circle are two chains of islands with stunning landscapes, overlapping each other.
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