Whale watching in Lofoten
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Join in on an Arctic whale-watching safari in Andenes, Lofoten, with bus transport from Svolvær
- Watch the majestic orcas and sperm whales, above the Arctic Circle in Norway
- Summer is one of the best time during the year to visit Lofoten and the Arctic due to the midnight sun phenomenon: the sun never sets between May and July!
Starting point
Svolvær
Duration
14 hr
Season
15 June - 31 August
Tour description
The tour starts with bus from Svolvær to Andenes. It is a scenic road bus transport along one of Norway's National Scenic Routes between Svolvær and the island of Andøya, and a ferry crossing between Lofoten and Vesterålen - a truly complete summer experience.
Once you arrive in Andenes, it is time to dress up and pop into a Rigid Inflatable Boat! Whale watching is one of the best activities to do once in Lofoten, during the summertime in Norway. Actually, summer is one of the best times during the year to see whales such as orcas, sperm whales, and others, spotted along the Vesterålen coast. If you are lucky it is also possible to spot other kinds of whales such as pilot whales, minky whales, dolphins and even humpbacks.
This RIB trip last between 2 to 3 hours. After a thrilling time on the water looking for whales and orcas, you go back to Andenes and return to Svolvær by bus.
If you are on holiday and visiting the Lofoten islands and want to get to know the area, then this tour is for you!
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