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. 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. We published the first california killer whale catalog in 1997 and now have an updated version with family histories over four generations. So far this year they have visited six countries and three continents. Water sports arent exclusive to warm, tropical destinations. Set sail around the fjords of skjervoy in a rib and spot orca and humpback whales in their natural environment. 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.
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. Orca whale can live up til 70 years old in the wild and migrate massive distances in search of food and mating. This is a worldclass marine experience and one that is truly unique. Youll also have a chance to see the magnificent dancing northern lights. All kinds of whales, truly spectacular and epic landscapes norway just wins at being awesome. 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. Diving and snorkelling holidays in northern norway original. Orcawhale watching trips narvik message board tripadvisor. Orca snorkelling in norway, where and when is best. Sperm whales can be watched in the lofoten islands. The first few strokes of your arms through the water are tentative, yet you become more confident as you.
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. 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. Very knowledgable, great to be around, and made the trip fun and exciting. Jan 11, 2012 we visited norway in december 2010 to see the killer whales and the northern lights. With the year not over, orcatrip has its sights set on even. The professional dive centre stromsholmen has been offering an unique mix of thrilling adventures to people from all over the world.
I am looking to go to norway next year about november time and want to go on a whale watching tour to see orcas. We follow the whales closely to watch them play and feed. Killer whale watching in norway responsible travel. Whaletrips norway the best tips for whale watching in norway. Large amounts of herring gather here, attracting hundreds of whales intent on hunting them. The northern fjords of norway is perhaps the best region of the world to experience orcas. 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. This tour will bring you into an unbelivable scenery of houndreds of orcas and humback whales. Killer whales are found in all of the worlds oceans. Some of the worlds best snorkeling is in the cool, beautiful waters of norway, where you can swim alongside orcas, humpbacks, and.
Looking to go in the offseason, find globus escape tours by filtering between november and march. Our expert team have been running whale trips to norway for a number of years. Whale watching in norway best places and time to see them. Whale watching is mostly done in the north of norway. 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. We did catch a few glimpses of orca fins as they hunted the fish around us. Wildlife safaris whale watching, musk oxen and eagles.
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. 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. From the small, but lively fishing village of sto, we set out to the sea. In my opinion, these surfers were never in real danger, but they might have suffered some injury if. Orca safari safari in vevang, hustadvika fjord norway. Thon hotels has 15 locations around the city, so its convenient wherever youre staying. Top brochure of north norwaywhale safari, aurora borealis. Due to seasonality, and taxes prices of the tour are subject to change without due notice. Whale watch norway is offering the ultimate arctic experience in northern norway, whales, moose, northern lights, deep sea fishing and much more your.
We follow the orcas closely to watch them play and feed. Sometimes as many as 5060 orcas and humpback whales can be observed at the same time. 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. Orca expert and marine mammal biologist dr naomi rose agrees. Hi everyone, i am coming with a friend during next winter to norway, for snorkeling with killer whales. Recently, orca whales in northern norway have made an incredible comeback. Download our travel guide travel on a budget tourist information offices climate in fjord. Orca whale watching with stromsholmen seasportcenter. Whether you book a whale safari in norway in summer or in winter. Orca tysfjord has been arranging killer whale safaris since 1990, and is the pioneer in its field.
Its such a strong and powerful experience that you cannot miss if you decide to explore. Please note the tour price reflected on the brochure is subject to change. Welcome to orca whale watching with stromsholmen seasportcenter. This is our second trip to this destination, the first time being in 2004. Nov 30, 2017 orca scavenging on herring catch dropping out of fishing net. Killer whale season whale watch trips in april and may 2020. Can anyone please let me know where is the best place to go on an orca safari. 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. 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. Swim with killer whales in iceland or norway or watch them from a ship in canada.
The current travel year is rapidly passing us by, but orcatrip has been busy at work. Norway the best tips for whale watching in norway whaletrips. 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. Killer whale holidays best time to see orcas natural. The lofoten and the vesteralen 300km north of the polar.
The shower was piping hot, the bedding and room clean. Orcatrip has made it their goal to travel, seeing the world one country at a time. 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 are currently finalising details for our 2020 orcas of norway season. North norwaywhale safari, aurora borealis by oceanwide. 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. Snorkelling with orca in norway photographer scott portelli showing what its like to snorkel in the icy fjords, on tour with waterproof expeditions. It is a spectacular show, something you will never forget. Orca whales make a smashing comeback after a 70year absence. Orca whale watching norway message board tripadvisor.
Orca safari stromsholmen seasportcenter fishing diving. Next steps browse our norway holidays download our free whale guide. Watching northern lights, meeting the whales, dogsledding, snowshoeing, you name it. They vanished 70 years ago from kvaloya whale island in english and have been steadily seen each season in the last five years.
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. 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. 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. 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. Our whale watching trips take place in lapland, in the arctic. The wild landscapes of north norway abound with natural wonders and this overnight adventure combines two unforgettable experiences. In northern norway, orcas are observed in vestfjord, tysfjord, and ofotfjord in nordland. Sep 26, 2017 orca expert and marine mammal biologist dr naomi rose agrees. Please consult with the operator directly for the recent price. Every year from the end of october to medio january, the largest gathering of killing whales in the world take place in. Wildlife safaris in norway will bring you eye to eye with a myriad of unique creatures in their natural habitat. Orca scavenging on herring catch dropping out of fishing net. We stayed at the comfortable, centrally located thon hotel panorama. 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.
Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural. Winter orca and whale safari in lofoten 2020 viator. Orca whales are incredibly intelligent mamals with a huge focus on family members in there pods. With arctic whale tours, you will experience the incredible wildlife of vesteralen in norway. Snorkeling with orcas in norway jan 2018 2 spaces left on. Take a few days on either end of your orca expedition to check out oslo, norway s charming and easytogetaround capital city.
But always make sure to hurry up, for the days are short here. There is no ice in the fjords and huge schools of norwegian herring are. 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. 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. Swim with killer whales and humpbacks in norway natural world. Whale watching norway sperm whales, minkes, orcas watching whales.
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. Orca frenzy around fishing vessel in norway youtube. 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. Sometimes as many as 70 whales can be observed at the same time. Norwegian orca survey is a non profit organisation dedicated to longterm studying killer whales occurring in the norwegian sea. The gulf stream blesses us with the mildest winter climate in norway. 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. Apr 12, 2017 in support of the orca research trust humpback whales and orcas have been sighted in large numbers feeding on herring. Orcas are highly social, intelligent and immediately recognizable by their distinctive blackandwhite colouring.
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