Arctic
Norway
Arctic
Arctic
Snorkeling with Orcas & Humpback Whales
Join us on a unique whale watching expedition, where you can see hundreds of orcas and humpback whales up close in their natural habitat. During the winter months in northern Norway, we observe the animals’ feeding and hunting behaviour in a responsible manner while snorkeling.
Duration: 7 days
Starts: Tromsø, Norway
Ends: Tromsø, Norway
Language: English Speaking Voyage
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!
Zodiac cruising More info about this activity
On board the Zodiac you will discover a world of possibilities; accessing the most exclusive landing sites, cruising the coast in search of wildlife or simply enjoying a tour in the calm of the polar regions in search of marine wildlife or bird colonies.
The blue ice an its intimate presence is experienced at its best on zodiac tours.
It is not uncommon to meet curious seals, or humpback whales feeding.
Snorkelling More info about this activity
Witness wildlife and scenery unlike any other place on earth. Through crystal clear waters you’ll discover the amazing mobility and speed of penguins entering and exiting from the ice, marvel at beautiful sculpted icebergs below the water and witness marine life such as crustaceans, isopods, starfish and nudibranchs!
With a longstanding tradition of pushing the boundaries, Aurora Expeditions launched our Antarctic snorkelling adventures in 2014. In 2016 the activity has also been added to a range of our Arctic expeditions. This unique experience will allow passengers to see both destinations in a completely new dimension, witnessing wildlife and scenery unlike any other place on earth.
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).
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.
During five full days, our expedition takes you into the majestic fjords of Northern Norway, in search of pods of orcas and humpback whales. Our two Expert Guides will share their knowledge and teach you how to watch for whales. When the weather conditions and the whales allow, you will get a chance to go into the water for a look into their world. On board, we provide specially designed Waterproof® snorkeling drysuits and snorkeling equipment. Snorkeling is ofcourse not mandatory. Whale watching from the ship, and up-close in the zodiac, is equally fascinating!
The combination of wildlife encounters, the beautiful scenery of the Norwegian fjords and the amazing Northern Lights, makes our ‘Winter Whales of Norway’ expedition a one of a kind experience. From many years of experience, we know the best time of the year for spectacular wildlife encounters is from the end of October to mid-January, when the balance between light and presence of the whales is at it’s best.
Highlights of our expedition
• Responsible whale watching
• Snorkeling package included
• Small groups
• Luxury expedition ships
• Experienced wildlife guides
The success of our Winter Whales of Norway Expeditions very much depends on the whales and weather conditions. Two things which are beyond our control. Our itineraries are flexible and will be altered according to weather, wildlife behaviour, daylight, and other elements which may vary from day to day. We count on your realistic expectations and personal flexibility.
Day 1: Arrival & boarding - Tromsø
Your expedition starts in Tromsø, above the Arctic Circle in Norway. We recommend arriving at least one day prior to embarkation, just in case your flight or luggage is delayed. Boarding takes place late in the afternoon on the first day and the ship departs during dinner time.
Be prepared for cold but rewarding days out at sea with good chances for seeing whales, orcas and northern lights. Bring a good portion of adventurous spirit. You never know what the day will bring!
Day 2-6: In search of Whales and Orcas
Whale Watching & Snorkeling with Orcas
For the next five days, we will search for orcas, humpbacks and other whales in the protected surroundings of the Norwegian fjords. Make sure to spend lots of time out on deck and on the bridge, so you can take in the amazing scenery and watch for whales.
Two expert wildlife guides will accompany you on your orca snorkeling expedition. They are constantly on the look-out for whales and orcas. Whenever the conditions are right, they will give the sign to put on your drysuit while they lower the zodiacs in the water. These small boats will bring you within a safe distance of the whales. Approaching whales will always be done cautiously, at a low speed towards the side of the pod. Our guides are specialists in whale behaviour and have experience in zodiac driving around orcas. They will assess their behaviour in order not to disturb them or make them deviate their course.
In order to experience a few precious moments in the water, you will likely spend hours in the zodiac, waiting for the right circumstances. When your guide gives you a ‘go’, gently slide into the water and look for the orcas and whales. You may need to climb in and out of the zodiac several times before finally getting a good look at them under water. It’s sometimes hard work, but you will enjoy every moment of it!
Of course, you can also choose not to go snorkeling and watch the animals from the surface instead. Seeing them spy-hopping and feeding at close range is equally beautiful and special!
Enjoying the darker hours
During the darker hours, we usually stay at anchor in a quiet bay where you can enjoy the warm comfort and facilities of the expedition ship. Our guides offer educational lectures about whale behaviour, wildlife conservation, research and other interesting topics. Since we are in a remote region out in the fjords, don’t expect nightlife or shopping possibilities, but we may go ashore one or two evenings.
Northern Lights in Norway
You’ll have good chances of seeing the amazing Northern Lights. If the ship is docked in a harbour, the guides may take you out for a hike to find a good spot to photograph the aurora. Northern Lights watching from the ship can be equally spectacular!
Day 7: Disembarkation - Tromsø
Day 1: Arrival & boarding - Tromsø
Your expedition starts in Tromsø, above the Arctic Circle in Norway. We recommend arriving at least one day prior to embarkation, just in case your flight or luggage is delayed. Boarding takes place late in the afternoon on the first day and the ship departs during dinner time.
Be prepared for cold but rewarding days out at sea with good chances for seeing whales, orcas and northern lights. Bring a good portion of adventurous spirit. You never know what the day will bring!
Day 2-6: In search of Whales and Orcas
Whale Watching & Snorkeling with Orcas
For the next five days, we will search for orcas, humpbacks and other whales in the protected surroundings of the Norwegian fjords. Make sure to spend lots of time out on deck and on the bridge, so you can take in the amazing scenery and watch for whales.
Two expert wildlife guides will accompany you on your orca snorkeling expedition. They are constantly on the look-out for whales and orcas. Whenever the conditions are right, they will give the sign to put on your drysuit while they lower the zodiacs in the water. These small boats will bring you within a safe distance of the whales. Approaching whales will always be done cautiously, at a low speed towards the side of the pod. Our guides are specialists in whale behaviour and have experience in zodiac driving around orcas. They will assess their behaviour in order not to disturb them or make them deviate their course.
In order to experience a few precious moments in the water, you will likely spend hours in the zodiac, waiting for the right circumstances. When your guide gives you a ‘go’, gently slide into the water and look for the orcas and whales. You may need to climb in and out of the zodiac several times before finally getting a good look at them under water. It’s sometimes hard work, but you will enjoy every moment of it!
Of course, you can also choose not to go snorkeling and watch the animals from the surface instead. Seeing them spy-hopping and feeding at close range is equally beautiful and special!
Enjoying the darker hours
During the darker hours, we usually stay at anchor in a quiet bay where you can enjoy the warm comfort and facilities of the expedition ship. Our guides offer educational lectures about whale behaviour, wildlife conservation, research and other interesting topics. Since we are in a remote region out in the fjords, don’t expect nightlife or shopping possibilities, but we may go ashore one or two evenings.
Northern Lights in Norway
You’ll have good chances of seeing the amazing Northern Lights. If the ship is docked in a harbour, the guides may take you out for a hike to find a good spot to photograph the aurora. Northern Lights watching from the ship can be equally spectacular!
Day 7: Disembarkation - Tromsø
INCLUSIONS
6 Nights accommodation on board
Full board (starts with dinner on the first night, ends after breakfast on the last day)
Coffee, tea & water throughout the day
Snorkeling and whale watching activity by experienced guides
Snorkel gear including full dry suit, hood, boots, gloves
Warm zodiac suits for non-snorkelers
Wellness facilities on board
Educational presentations by the experienced guides
All service taxes and port fees
EXCLUSIONS
Rental thermal overalls (€ 80 p.p. at time of booking)
Flights & transfers
All items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar drinks, meals ashore
Gratuities for the crew & guides
Pre and post voyage excursions and hotel
Travel insurance and trip cancellation insurance
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The largest suite on board
Double bed or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Desk & chairs
Windows
Situated on the upper deck
Comfortable suites
Double or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
For single travellers
Twin suite for single use
Double or twin beds
Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
Comfortable cabin for single travellers
Single bed
Private bathroom
Porthole window
Situated on the main deck
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The largest suite on board
Double bed or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Desk & chairs
Windows
Situated on the upper deck
Comfortable suites
Double or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
For single travellers
Twin suite for single use
Double or twin beds
Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
Comfortable cabin for single travellers
Single bed
Private bathroom
Porthole window
Situated on the main deck
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The largest suite on board
Double bed or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Desk & chairs
Windows
Situated on the upper deck
Comfortable suites
Double or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
For single travellers
Twin suite for single use
Double or twin beds
Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
Comfortable cabin for single travellers
Single bed
Private bathroom
Porthole window
Situated on the main deck
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The largest suite on board
Double bed or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Desk & chairs
Windows
Situated on the upper deck
Comfortable suites
Double or twin beds
Private bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
For single travellers
Twin suite for single use
Double or twin beds
Luxury bathroom with walk-in shower
Porthole windows
Situated on the main deck
Comfortable cabin for single travellers
Single bed
Private bathroom
Porthole window
Situated on the main deck
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
The spacious Superior Suites are located on the upper deck. Featuring twin beds, a private bathroom, a sitting area, desk with a chair and two porthole windows, these offer the most comfortable accomodation for your voyage on board Virgo.
The Twin Cabins are located on the upper deck of Virgo. You will find twin beds, a private bathroom, a desk with chair, ample storage space and a porthole window.
On board Virgo we have 6 dedicated Single Cabins. One is located on the upper deck, all others on the upper deck. Each cabin has a single bed, private bathroom, storage space, a desk with chair and a porthole window.
* 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.
** Rates are correct at the time of publication. 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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