Winter whale watching in Skjervøy with large boat

The winter herring season in Skjervøy, Troms, is a unique period attracting orcas, humpbacks, fin whales & sperm whales feeding side by side. We offer whale watching in winter from November to end of January in Skjervøy. Included in this package is bus transport from Tromsø to Skjervøy, and back after the whale watching tour. The winter in the Arctic means shorter light during the day. Our trips starts early and we use all the daylight there is. This means that you get most out of our whale watching tour! We approach the whales respectfully in their proximity.

Soup is served after your trip. Minimum age is 8 years old.

Following a scenic bus journey, the whale watching itself begins from the harbour at Skjervøy Brygge, and there is a short distance out to the whales.

Clothing: It is winter and cold. We supply all our guest with warm suits, but make sure that your under-clothing is warm. Bring warm and windproof hat, gloves and shoes!


Availability Periods:06.11.2025 - 15.12.202506.01.2026 - 26.01.2026

Latest meeting time and place: 6:15 AM inside the bus terminal at Tromsø Havn Prostneset (Samuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø)

Total Duration: 6:30 AM - 6:30 PM (18:30) (12 hours)Scenic bus transfer: 4 hours (each way)Whale watching: 2 - 3 hoursWhale watching starting at 10:00 AM.Return to Tromsø starting at 2:30 PM.
Number of participants: 2 - 39
Age: 8+
Level of difficulty: Easy

Included:Whale watching tour with highly educated guidesWarm suitsSoup after the tripPlease bring:Warm winterclothingWindproof hat and glovesGood winter shoes