Wildlife Boat Tour on Varangerfjorden near Vardø

Vardø is a small Arctic town located on the eastern tip of Varanger Peninsula, in Troms og Finnmark county, Norway. It's the easternmost town in Norway and in all of the Nordic countries. On this boat trip near Vardø, you'll travel along the beautiful Varangerfjorden, a large nearby fjord which opens into the Barents Sea.

The adventure begins at the starting point in the small town of Vadsø, where you'll meet the experienced guide. Upon arrival, you'll receive the safety equipment for the journey (thermal suit, life vest, mittens, and goggles) and go through a quick briefing. Then, you'll walk approximately 250 metres (820 feet) to the boat departure point. After boarding the RIB, the boat tour on Varangerfjorden begins. This is an easy and safe experience, the perfect family-friendly adventure!

As you sail along the stunning shoreline of Varangerfjorden, you'll keep an eye out for the region's rich wildlife. During winter and spring, the capelin migrate into the fjord, bringing whales such as fin whales, humpback whales and minkey whales. Sometimes, you also get a rare spotting of orcas, belugas, sperm whales and blue whales. This area is also abundant in different bird species, including Arctic ducks, white-tailed eagles, puffins, stellars, eiders, king eiders and long-tailed ducks. The team of expert sea captains and bird lovers will share their passion for Arctic animals and tell you facts about the species you spot. At the end of the excursion, you'll return to the original starting point.

Experience the authentic, natural beauty of Eastern Finnmark on this enjoyable wildlife boat tour on Varangerfjorden near Vardø!