Whale watching from Reisafjord

See one of Norway’s most beautiful fjords with this wonderful whale watching experience. For the past few years, the killer whales and humpback whales have migrated to the region around the village of Skjervøy and the Reisafjord from late October until late January. Whale watching safaris in this region will give you a very close encounter with this impressive animal. During this short, but sweet journey, you will embark on two whale watching safaris in the Reisafjord area and experience natural events that are second to none. If you like, you can also extend your stay by booking additional nights and other activities, such as dogsledding, snowmobiling and ice fishing excursions, at the Reisafjord Hotel.



Whale watching from Reisafjord: The Itinerary



Day 1: Arrival at Reisafjord and first whale safari
Today, you will check into the Reisafjord Hotel, which is located directly on the busy, but beautiful harbour front of the Reisafjord. From your room and the restaurant, you will have a wonderful view looking out over the fjord. Then, you will embark for your first whale watching safari. The guide will give you a lecture about the whales and a security briefing before the safari. You will also be provided with a wind and water proof floating suit so you can enjoy your time outside, even in the cold arctic winter. Back at the hotel in the afternoon, you can relax in the hotel’s fireplace lounge with coffee, tea and waffles. Enjoy a delicious dinner in the evening before you get a good night of sleep. And if you are lucky, you will see the Northern Lights dancing in the sky tonight.
 
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Day 2.: Second whale safari and departure
After a tasty breakfast, you will return to the excursion boat for your second included whale watching excursion. From November to January, the gigantic whales often hunt for herrings off the coast around Reisa and Skjervøy, giving you the chance to spot them when they surface above the water. From the boat, you will have a unique view of the fjord landscape and can discover the wild coast of northern Norway from a completely new perspective. Then, it is time for your departure. Alternatively, you have the option of booking additional nights at the Reisafjord Hotel.
 
Optional: Extending your arctic adventure

If you would like to extend your stay at the Reisafjord Hotel, you can do so by booking additional nights with half board, which means that you will enjoy a delicious breakfast and dinner in the evening. You also have the choice between various activities that you can optionally book. These include, for example, guided dog sled tours, cross-country ski tours as well as snowmobile and ice fishing tours.
 
Accommodation:

You will stay in the Reisafjord Hotel in Sørkjosen. Located right at a busy harbour, the hotel offers new renovated rooms with views over the mountains and the fjord, a cosy bar and a restaurant with delicious food from the region. The staff is professional and dedicated to give you the best experiences during your stay. The price refers to the accommodation for a double room. It is also possible to upgrade your accommodation to a single room.

Dates:
To book the whale watching tour, between November 1, 2022 and January 15, 2023, you can select dates from Friday to Saturday and Saturday to Sunday on the left. However, the tour can start on any day during this period. Please contact us if you like to book this tour for different dates.
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