Tromsø is one of the top destinations in the world to see the aurora borealis. This tour encompasses the top excursions available in Tromsø in a convenient and exclusive package.
We’ll take you away from the town and back in time to the still and quiet winter wilderness of the Norwegian Arctic. Not only will you be whale watching in a remote area above the arctic circle on a luxurious yacht with a hot tub, you’ll also get to go dog sledding, visit secluded islands and connect directly with the locals.
Duration: 6 days
Starts: Tromso, Norway
Ends: Tromso, Norway
Language: English speaking voyage
* Rates are in Norwegian Krones (kr)
Ship Cruise More info about this activity
Not only we travel from one point to another and find our shelter on board the ship we chose. We also enjoy from incredible scenery, landscapes and interactions that only our noble vessel can provide.
Everyday the Bridge Team navigates the ship to position ourselves on the best posible spots, looking for unique opportunities.
Many times, this includes sainig through narrow passages, on the vicinity of glaciers or entering bays and fjords only approachable from the ship.
Enjoy this incredible places from the comfort of the common areas on board, open decks or your own private balcony!
Shore Excursion More info about this activity
Shore excursions are the backbone of almost all itineraries, with most ships making landfall at least once every day once they reach their destination. The weather plays a huge role in your daily itinerary, although given the sheer array of fantastic landing sites all over there are plenty of options your Captain and Expedition Leader can choose from. On-shore excursions allow you to visit scientific research stations, communities, prominent wildlife colonies and take hikes to elevated viewing points for fantastic photography.
Enrichment Program More info about this activity
Expedition cruising must be one of the most incredible ways of travelling. Not only for the amazing places you visit and the unforgetable wildlife but for the wildlife, the sensory overload and the unimaginable memories.
But all of this needs a context in order to understand where you are and what you are experiencing.
On board your expedition vessell you will find a group of experts, naturalists, zodiac drivers and guides that that will translate the language of nature for you, telling you the stories of the places you are visiting, reviewing the historical, biological, ecological and geological aspects of your trips.
You will experience first hand what surrounds you and arrive back home wiser and loaded with new knowledge.
Communities More info about this activity
The experience is not only about nature, but about the people who live in the places we visit.
We are always welcomed by the locals and respectfully wander around their towns and villages, shareing their lifestyle for a few moments.
Cultural shows and folcloric dances and arts are part of the hightlights of this encounters.
Dog Sled More info about this activity
Enjoy, participate or view a true Dog Sled and the Mushers on the spot! Believe it or not, this dog are at their happiest moments when they are racing or traversing in the wild.
Sometimes the activity just consists on a Kennel visit and guided tour.
Northern Lights More info about this activity
Debido a la naturaleza del campo magnético terrestre, las auroras solo aparecen en los polos. Por lo general, son visibles por encima de la marca de latitud de 60 ° en el norte y por debajo de la latitud de 60 ° en el sur (estas 'luces del sur' se denominan aurora austral).
HIGHLIGHTS:
• Orca & Humpback Whales
• Northern Lights
• Dog sledding
• Hot tub & polar plunge
• Self exploration of villages
• Polar fjord cruise
• Whale & bird watching
DAY 1: DOG SLEDDING/SAMI REINDEER & NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE
Check-in to the yacht at 12:00 pm then walk over to the pick up point for your Self-drive Husky Dog Sledding or Sami Reindeer Sledding adventure with our trusted partners. The dog sledding excursion is 4 hours from pick up to drop off. You will have 3 hours at the kennel with time to learn about the dogs and the kennel (as well as cuddle and take photos with the dogs), and go on a 90 minute sled in the mountains. Hot drinks and homemade cake will be served at the end of the sled tour before your 30 minute shuttle ride back to Tromsø.
The Sami Reindeer Sledding excursion, is also 4 hours from pick up to drop off. You will have 3 hours at the Sami Reindeer Camp and includes a 30 minute reindeer sled ride, a traditional Sami meal cooked over the fire & warm drinks, and listen to stories and traditional joik songs around a fire inside a tipi. Return to the yacht after 16:00 (4pm), settle in to your onboard cabins, and enjoy a traditional Norwegian dinner as you embark on your northern lights and hot tub cruise for the evening.
DAY 2-5: WHALE WATCHING, NORTHERN LIGHTS & EXPLORING REMOTE ISLANDS
Departing from Tromsø harbor, the yacht will cruise to an area near where the whales have been sighted and drop anchor or dock for the night. Wake up to incredible arctic scenery, have coffee on the deck, and fill up on breakfast in the interior saloon.
During the day light hours (approx. 09:00-14:00), you will spend the day searching for orca, humpback whales, other marine mammals and arctic birds. The daylight is very short from the middle of November, and in midwinter it is just some four to five hours of “blue-light”. Although not a full day, it’s a real experience!
4 days of whale watching increases your chance of seeing the whales and is recommended for whale watching in Tromsø compared to an 8 hour whale watching tour on a small speed boat where time and comfort is limited, and harsh weather and unethical chasing of the animals is common. The arctic winter weather conditions are highly variable and the area the whales are gathered in the fjords will change from day to day.
Each night the yacht will dock at a harbor where you can explore the nearby area. On one of the nights, the yacht will dock at the island of Reinøya where you'll get to experience a cultural time capsule of an old Norwegian village with just 11 residents. Get transported by snowmobile to a Lavvo (a traditional Sami tipi) in a quiet forest and connect with the locals around a bonfire as you wait for the northern lights to appear.
DAY 6: POLAR FJORD CRUISE
Cruise back to Tromsø after your week long arctic sailing holiday. Enjoy the peaceful arctic scenery in the hot tub onboard on the return cruise. Tour ends at 12:00 pm in Tromsø harbor at the same place it started in front of the Fiskekompaniet restaurant.
DAY 1: DOG SLEDDING/SAMI REINDEER & NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE
Check-in to the yacht at 12:00 pm then walk over to the pick up point for your Self-drive Husky Dog Sledding or Sami Reindeer Sledding adventure with our trusted partners. The dog sledding excursion is 4 hours from pick up to drop off. You will have 3 hours at the kennel with time to learn about the dogs and the kennel (as well as cuddle and take photos with the dogs), and go on a 90 minute sled in the mountains. Hot drinks and homemade cake will be served at the end of the sled tour before your 30 minute shuttle ride back to Tromsø.
The Sami Reindeer Sledding excursion, is also 4 hours from pick up to drop off. You will have 3 hours at the Sami Reindeer Camp and includes a 30 minute reindeer sled ride, a traditional Sami meal cooked over the fire & warm drinks, and listen to stories and traditional joik songs around a fire inside a tipi. Return to the yacht after 16:00 (4pm), settle in to your onboard cabins, and enjoy a traditional Norwegian dinner as you embark on your northern lights and hot tub cruise for the evening.
DAY 2-5: WHALE WATCHING, NORTHERN LIGHTS & EXPLORING REMOTE ISLANDS
Departing from Tromsø harbor, the yacht will cruise to an area near where the whales have been sighted and drop anchor or dock for the night. Wake up to incredible arctic scenery, have coffee on the deck, and fill up on breakfast in the interior saloon.
During the day light hours (approx. 09:00-14:00), you will spend the day searching for orca, humpback whales, other marine mammals and arctic birds. The daylight is very short from the middle of November, and in midwinter it is just some four to five hours of “blue-light”. Although not a full day, it’s a real experience!
4 days of whale watching increases your chance of seeing the whales and is recommended for whale watching in Tromsø compared to an 8 hour whale watching tour on a small speed boat where time and comfort is limited, and harsh weather and unethical chasing of the animals is common. The arctic winter weather conditions are highly variable and the area the whales are gathered in the fjords will change from day to day.
Each night the yacht will dock at a harbor where you can explore the nearby area. On one of the nights, the yacht will dock at the island of Reinøya where you'll get to experience a cultural time capsule of an old Norwegian village with just 11 residents. Get transported by snowmobile to a Lavvo (a traditional Sami tipi) in a quiet forest and connect with the locals around a bonfire as you wait for the northern lights to appear.
DAY 6: POLAR FJORD CRUISE
Cruise back to Tromsø after your week long arctic sailing holiday. Enjoy the peaceful arctic scenery in the hot tub onboard on the return cruise. Tour ends at 12:00 pm in Tromsø harbor at the same place it started in front of the Fiskekompaniet restaurant.
INCLUSIONS
4 days of liveaboard whale watching
Dog sledding or Sami reindeer experience (choose 1)
Cultural Lavvu excursion with snowmobile sled ride & bonfire
All meals from arrival to departure (with your dietary restrictions taken into consideration)
Coffee, tea, water, hot chocolate, breakfast juices & snacks
Towels, bedding, shampoo, conditioner & hair dryer
5 nights onboard sleeping accommodations
Thermal suits
Hot tub onboard
Wi-Fi, Bluetooth sound system, TV & charging station onboard
Expedition guide
Former Norwegian Coast Guard Sea Captain
EXCLUSIONS
Flights/Land transfers
Pre/post tour hotels
Travel Insurance
Alcohol & sodas
Gratuities to the crew
Private Cabin for 2 people. 2 single beds
Private Cabin for 3 or 4 people. 4 single beds
Shared Cabin for 2 people. 2 single beds
Private Cabin for 2 people. 2 single beds
Private Cabin for 3 or 4 people. 4 single beds
Shared Cabin for 2 people. 2 single beds
* The prices are per person in US Dollars, unless expressly specified in a different currency. In that case, payment will be in US dollars at the exchange rate of the day.
** All prices will be re-confirmed by email at the time of booking.
NOTE: Embracing the unexpected is part of the legacy—and excitement—of expedition travel. When traveling in extremely remote regions, your expedition staff must allow the sea, the ice and the weather to guide route and itinerary details. This itinerary is a tentative outline of what you’ll experience on this voyage; please be aware that no specific itinerary can be guaranteed.
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