7 Days Northern Lights, Fjords Scenery, and Winter Whales Expedition in Norway

Facilities

Day 1

Arrival at Tromso airport (TOS) and transfer to the harbor to board your vessel in the afternoon.

Day 2-6

For five full days, you follow the schools of herring and pods of orcas and humpbacks in the protected surroundings of the beautiful Norwegian fjords. Two expert guides will accompany you on your whale watching adventures. Be prepared for cold but rewarding days out at sea with spectacular sightings of a unique display of mother nature.

The combination of this natural phenomena, the beautiful ever-changing scenery of the Norwegian fjords and the amazing Northern Lights, makes this trip an exclusive experience of nature.

Have your cameras charged and whenever possible be ready to slip into the cold water for a Polar snorkel adventure. For snorkelers, a (Waterproof D9) snorkel dry suit and snorkel equipment will be provided.

If you choose not to snorkel, you can enjoy the phenomena from the spacious deck on board your ship or join the zodiac excursions for up-close whale watching and excellent photography opportunities!

During the darker hours, you will enjoy the warm and cozy comfort of the expedition yacht while expert guides entertain you with presentations and educational information on wildlife and cinematography and films. Excellent food is served with a fine selection of wines and beers.

Day 7

Disembarkation in the morning after breakfast and farewell to your crew.

Please note that Waterproof Cruises & Expeditions is always ready to alter plans accordingly to take advantage of light, weather, wildlife sightings, and other one-of-a-kind opportunities which can vary unpredictably from day to day.

They cannot guarantee that all activities and shore landings will take place or that they will include all the events they’ve outlined in advance. Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy - and excitement - of expedition-style travel, and a measure of flexibility is something all of you must bring along on the voyage.

Physical health info

When you join an expedition to the Arctic, you must be in good general health and able to walk long distances. If you join an excursion or landing, you must be able to get up and down the steep gangway from the ship to the water level to board the Zodiacs. Staff will assist you in and out of the boats. Ashore it can be slippery and rocky, therefore it is recommended that you are in good general health without any life-threatening conditions.

There have been enormous changes in the ecosystem of the Norwegian Sea in the past years. Probably the largest gathering of orcas and humpback whales in the world takes place during the winter months in the Norwegian fjords. This is linked to the enormous amount of spring-spawning herring and mackerel. Humpback whales and orcas have been sighted in large numbers feeding on herring. The combination of this natural phenomena, the beautiful ever-changing scenery of the Norwegian fjords and the amazing Northern Lights, make this trip a unique nature experience.

Optional Tromso Extension: Dogsled adventure

Complete your Norway experience with a thrilling Husky safari where you can drive your own sled! After a short explanation about how to handle the dogs and sleds, you will get your equipment and your team (two people per team). The Huskies love running through the wilderness and clear air of the beautiful Breivikeidet valley and will be your friends for life when you return. The Husky ride lasts approximately one hour and 30 minutes (around 15 kilometers). Each team is doing their own ‘mushing’ during this fantastic experience and the musher and passenger may change places halfway through the trip.

• Price: 250 EUR per person
• Included: Transfers and guiding, thermal clothes and gloves, hot drinks, and snacks
• Duration: 4 to 5 hours
• Pickup: Radisson Blu hotel at 8:45 or 11:45 a.m.
• Return: approximately 4:30 p.m.

Optional Tromso Extension: Snowmobile safari

The area of the Lyngen Alps offers some of the most beautiful scenery in Northern Norway. You will start your safari in easy terrain and follow some well-established trails so you can get used to your snowmobile. You continue into a fascinating and unique Arctic, alpine landscape. You make several stops on the way so you can enjoy the fascinating surroundings of mountains, lakes, forest, and fjords.

Back at the camp, the team will serve you a freshly made fish soup with locally baked bread. There will be two guests on one snowmobile who can change seats halfway. Guests under 18 and guests without a driving license are not allowed to drive the snowmobiles.

• Price: 250 EUR per person
• Included: Transfers and guiding, thermal clothes and gloves, hot drinks, and snacks
• Duration: 7 to 8 hours
• Pick up: Radisson Blu hotel at 8:45 a.m.

• 6 nights accommodation
• Full board, coffee, tea
• Use of Waterproof D9 snorkel dry suit and snorkel gear
• Expert guidance by Waterproof Expeditions Team
• All miscellaneous services taxes and port charges throughout the program

• All items of a personal nature such as bar and beverages and meals / drinks ashore
• Excess baggage charges on flights
• Flights, hotels, and transfers
• Gratuities for crew and staff
• Pre- and post-voyage excursion packages and hotel available upon request

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• A reservation requires a deposit of 30% of the total price.
• The deposit is non-refundable, if the booking is cancelled.
• The rest of the payment should be paid 30 days before arrival.