Whale Watching Safari in the Alta Fjord
Calling all animal lovers and outdoor adventure enthusiasts! Discover the marine life of Northern Norway on this 4-hour whale-watching tour in the Alta Fjord!
Practical information
Discover a magical experience in the breathtaking landscapes of northern Norway with this wonderful 4-hour whale-watching safari in the Alta Fjord! Enjoy:
- Searching for orcas, humpback whales, sperm whales, porpoises, hourglass dolphins, and other species
- Breathtaking views of the Alta Fjord
- Expert guidance in a comfortable boat
Course of events
You should plan to spend around 4.5 hours on this activity:
- Arrival at the meeting point at Fiskerihavna Harbour in Alta (please arrive 15 minutes before the departure time)
- Meet your experienced Captain
- Safety and itinerary briefing
- Put on your thermal overalls (depending on the time of year) and life jacket
- Board the boat
- Start of your 4-hour whale-watching safari in the Alta Fjord!
- Set out for the best whale-watching spots
- Make stops to observe the whales
- Return to the original departure point at Fiskerihavna Harbour in Alta
- Disembarkment and end of the activity
Activity requirements
Please arrive at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the departure time, as indicated in the itinerary.
A minimum of 2 participants is required to run this tour.
Please note that alcohol is not permitted onboard.
All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.
Pick-up and drop-off from your accommodations are available at an additional fee. Please contact your instructor to set the service up once your reservation is confirmed.
Winter boots, wool socks, a hat, and mittens are available to borrow upon request.
Please note that this whale-watching tour can run between 4-5 hours.
Please note that the duration and itinerary of the activity depend on weather conditions. Due to unforeseen meteorological occurrences, your itinerary might be shorter or take a different path than usual for your safety.
Included
- Expert captain
- Thermal overalls
- Life jacket
- Boat tour
- Biscuit, tea, and coffee
Excluded
- Transportation to the meeting point
- Snacks & Beverages (available for purchase)
Do not forget to bring
- Warm winter clothing (Thermal layers, wind and waterproof outerwear)
- Hat
- Scarf
- Gloves
- Sunglasses
- Winter boots
- Wool socks
- Camera or smartphone
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Located in Northern Norway within the Arctic Circle, the renowned Alta Fjord stretches approximately 35 kilometres (22 miles) inland from the coast of the Norwegian Sea. Known for its dramatic cliffs and incredible landscapes, the Alta Fjord is also renowned as a place of cultural and historical significance in Norway. It is named as a UNESCO World Heritage site due to rock carvings that date back 7,000 years. Home to diverse wildlife species, the Alta Fjord is rich in marine life, which includes porpoises, seals, dolphins, and whales. What better way to discover this amazing region and its wildlife than by taking a winter whale-watching tour in the Alta Fjord?
Your whale-watching adventure in the Alta Fjord begins at the meeting point in Fiskerihavna Harbour in Alta. There, you and your group will be greeted by your knowledgeable and experienced Captain. Once onboard, you'll receive a safety and itinerary briefing along with thermal overalls and a life jacket. Bundled up for the elements, your Captain will chart a course for the best whale-watching spots in the Alta Fjord. Along the way, you'll enjoy the breathtaking Arctic scenery of Northern Norway!
With your eyes on the water and your camera at the ready, you may spot streams of herring, mackerel, capelin, etc., as well as orcas, sperm whales, porpoises, and hourglass dolphins! After a wonderful time in the Norwegian Sea, you'll return to the original departure point in Fiskerihavna Harbour with memories that will last a lifetime of your whale-watching tour in the Alta Fjord!
Don't miss this unforgettable wildlife adventure in Northern Norway and book your winter whale-watching tour in the Alta Fjord today!