Recently, orca whales in northern norway have made an incredible comeback. Orca whale watching norway message board tripadvisor. Killer whale holidays best time to see orcas natural. Take a few days on either end of your orca expedition to check out oslo, norway s charming and easytogetaround capital city. Our expert team have been running whale trips to norway for a number of years. Water sports arent exclusive to warm, tropical destinations.
This is a chain of islands above the arctic circle, only an hours boat trip away from where the continental shelf drops to 3,000 feet depths. Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. We are currently finalising details for our 2020 orcas of norway season. Every year in januaryfebruary, the probably largest gathering of killerwhales orca in the world take place in the north west cost of norway, due to enormous amounts of herring. Please consult with the operator directly for the recent price.
The gulf stream blesses us with the mildest winter climate in norway. Norway the best tips for whale watching in norway whaletrips. This is our second trip to this destination, the first time being in 2004. Orca scavenging on herring catch dropping out of fishing net. We follow the whales closely to watch them play and feed. All kinds of whales, truly spectacular and epic landscapes norway just wins at being awesome. 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.
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. Orcatrip has made it their goal to travel, seeing the world one country at a time. Orca expert and marine mammal biologist dr naomi rose agrees. Whale watching norway sperm whales, minkes, orcas watching whales. Orca safari stromsholmen seasportcenter fishing diving. With the year not over, orcatrip has its sights set on even.
Winter orca and whale safari in lofoten 2020 viator. Norway is a very expensive country, and everything you do here will easily get very expensive. Feb 01, 2018 snorkelling with orca in norway photographer scott portelli showing what its like to snorkel in the icy fjords, on tour with waterproof expeditions. The wild landscapes of north norway abound with natural wonders and this overnight adventure combines two unforgettable experiences. The shower was piping hot, the bedding and room clean. Im looking to fulfill a lifetime dream of snorkelling with wild orcas in norway and have been in contact with a number of companies with the intention of travelling to norway 201617. Whether you book a whale safari in norway in summer or in winter. Whale watching in norway best places and time to see them. Norway is a tough act to follow, no matter the season. From the small, but lively fishing village of sto, we set out to the sea. Orca safari safari in vevang, hustadvika fjord norway. I am looking to go to norway next year about november time and want to go on a whale watching tour to see orcas. Killer whale season whale watch trips in april and may 2020.
Orca frenzy around fishing vessel in norway youtube. Sometimes as many as 5060 orcas and humpback whales can be observed at the same time. They vanished 70 years ago from kvaloya whale island in english and have been steadily seen each season in the last five years. We did catch a few glimpses of orca fins as they hunted the fish around us. Orca whale can live up til 70 years old in the wild and migrate massive distances in search of food and mating. Orcawhale watching trips narvik message board tripadvisor. Collecting robust data, building a better understanding of this populations biology and ecology, and putting this knowledge available to management bodies are of crucial importance for conservation purposes and constitute our main objectives. Killer whale watching in norway responsible travel. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your arctic experience your arctic experinece starts here. Whale watching off northern norway has become so popular that norwegian authorities have set up a special whale route with car ferries linking the various islands in the area. Large amounts of herring gather here, attracting hundreds of whales intent on hunting them. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your. There is no ice in the fjords and huge schools of norwegian herring are. Hi everyone, i am coming with a friend during next winter to norway, for snorkeling with killer whales.
The other half of whale tours from norway are offered in winter in the fjords of the lofoten and vesteralen. A 9day winter holiday to northern norway including a 7night cruise on a 33berth sailing schooner in search of killer whales, humpback whales and the northern lights. In my opinion, these surfers were never in real danger, but they might have suffered some injury if. Set sail around the fjords of skjervoy in a rib and spot orca and humpback whales in their natural environment. Its such a strong and powerful experience that you cannot miss if you decide to explore. This tour will bring you into an unbelivable scenery of houndreds of orcas and humback whales. Every year from the end of october to medio january, the probably largest gathering of killing whales in the world take place in troms region, far north of norway, due to enormous amounts of herring. Very knowledgable, great to be around, and made the trip fun and exciting. Our whale watching trips take place in lapland, in the arctic. Wildlife safaris in norway will bring you eye to eye with a myriad of unique creatures in their natural habitat. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. Orca snorkelling in norway, where and when is best. We stayed at the comfortable, centrally located thon hotel panorama. North norwaywhale safari, aurora borealis by oceanwide.
Gallery orca whales north norway gallery tour ship duen iii this journey offers to take snorkel divers free divers and nature photographers on an adventure trip to wintry northern norway. The current travel year is rapidly passing us by, but orcatrip has been busy at work. Dec 03, 2017 so says tour guide anthony mayer during our briefing weve come to andenes, norway in the middle of january to snorkel with orcas, the apex predators of the sea. Thon hotels has 15 locations around the city, so its convenient wherever youre staying. The first few strokes of your arms through the water are tentative, yet you become more confident as you. We are collecting noninvasive data aboard these trips that contribute greatly to our longterm orca project and have officially formed our nonprofit called california killer whale project. In northern norway, orcas are observed in vestfjord, tysfjord, and ofotfjord in nordland. Sometimes as many as 70 whales can be observed at the same time. Orca whales are incredibly intelligent mamals with a huge focus on family members in there pods. Next steps browse our norway holidays download our free whale guide. Sep 26, 2017 orca expert and marine mammal biologist dr naomi rose agrees. Can anyone please let me know where is the best place to go on an orca safari. Swim with killer whales in iceland or norway or watch them from a ship in canada. Orca whale watching with stromsholmen seasportcenter.
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. It is a spectacular show, something you will never forget. Orcas are highly social, intelligent and immediately recognizable by their distinctive blackandwhite colouring. Every year from the end of october to medio january, the largest gathering of killing whales in the world take place in. In my opinion, these surfers were never in real danger, but they might have suffered some injury if the orcas had been fooled just a. As always big fish expeditions is putting everything together to make this the best opportunity for the orca encounter of a lifetime. Longterm monitoring of norwegian killer whales for conservation.
Watching northern lights, meeting the whales, dogsledding, snowshoeing, you name it. Every year in januaryfebruary, the probably largest gathering of killerwhales orca in the world take place in the north west cost of norway, due to enormous. But always make sure to hurry up, for the days are short here. Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural world. Looking to go in the offseason, find globus escape tours by filtering between november and march. The orcas visit the fjords here each year from roughly the end of october through february, and visitors can snorkel with them from late december to february 1 st. Download our travel guide travel on a budget tourist information offices climate in fjord. Apr 12, 2017 in support of the orca research trust humpback whales and orcas have been sighted in large numbers feeding on herring. The lofoten and the vesteralen 300km north of the polar.
Some of the worlds best snorkeling is in the cool, beautiful waters of norway, where you can swim alongside orcas, humpbacks, and. Of course, my sj4000 batteries wouldnt turn on for more than 15 seconds at a time due to the extreme cold, so i couldnt really capture any of the moments either, but heres a quick video i threw together of the stuff i did capture as it was a pretty beautiful location. Whale watching is mostly done in the north of norway. Norwegian orca survey is a non profit organisation dedicated to longterm studying killer whales occurring in the norwegian sea. Although orca expeditions in norway are not always successful, we are heading there at exactly the right time of year when the killer whales are following the herring migration. The professional dive centre stromsholmen has been offering an unique mix of thrilling adventures to people from all over the world. Wildlife safaris whale watching, musk oxen and eagles. This is a worldclass marine experience and one that is truly unique. Nov 30, 2017 orca scavenging on herring catch dropping out of fishing net. An overview the real draw in this region for original diving is the chance to snorkel with orcas and killer whales in a remote fjord. The northern fjords of norway is perhaps the best region of the world to experience orcas. Youll also have a chance to see the magnificent dancing northern lights. Sperm whales can be watched in the lofoten islands.
Olav magne stromsholm established the diving centre, stromsholmen sjosportsenter as at the famous atlantic road. We are proud to be able to welcome you to our killer whale safari, by inflatable dinghy or, if you are really ambitious, snorkeling amongst killer whales. Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural. Tromso is located far north of the arctic circle, during winter there is no sun, all you get is a little bit of brightness between 10am and 2pm, shimmering over the endless mountain ranges. Killer whales are found in all of the worlds oceans. Snorkeling with orcas in norway jan 2018 2 spaces left on. So far this year they have visited six countries and three continents. We published the first california killer whale catalog in 1997 and now have an updated version with family histories over four generations. Snorkelling with orca in norway photographer scott portelli showing what its like to snorkel in the icy fjords, on tour with waterproof expeditions. Every year from the end of october to medio january, the largest gathering of killing whales in the world take place in troms region, far north of norway, due to enormous amounts of herring. Orca whales make a smashing comeback after a 70year absence. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in norway.
Killer whales and whales gather in the norwegian sea to feed together with other species such as pilot whales, fin whales, minky whales, sperm whales and others. Top brochure of north norwaywhale safari, aurora borealis. Every year in januaryfebruary, the probably largest gathering of killerwhales orca in the world take place in the north west cost of norway, due to. 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. Diving and snorkelling holidays in northern norway original. Orca tysfjord has been arranging killer whale safaris since 1990, and is the pioneer in its field. One offers liveaboard experiences where you stay on a ship and search for the whales, they do different locations at different times of the year, in blocks of 6. One of the best times to see orcas in the icecold waters of norway is between november and january see our safari itinerary for more details. Lowering yourself into the cold waters of norway, you ready yourself to swim with one of the most powerful predators in the world, the killer whale orca. We follow the orcas closely to watch them play and feed. With arctic whale tours, you will experience the incredible wildlife of vesteralen in norway. Scott portelli and waterproof expeditions offers great opportunities for whale watching, photography and snorkeling in the crystal clear arctic waters, which is an experience in itself. Welcome to orca whale watching with stromsholmen seasportcenter.
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