Overnight Northern Lights & Whale Watching Safari

General information

Be a part of a small group sailing beyond the fjord, away from light pollution for prime Northern Lights viewing. Wake up to a new and exciting adventure, with the possibility of spotting whales right outside of your cabin. Get a unique chance to spend several hours at sea with these magnificent creatures and immerse yourself in the awe-inspiring experience of observing magnificent whales in their natural habitat.

Day 1 "Gaze in wonder as the Auroras dance across the Polar night.”

We will meet you in the city center of Tromsø, where our ship is docked.
After familiarizing yourself with the ship, the safety on board and settling into your cabin, we invite you to join us for an exquisite 3-course dinner at our Arctic restaurant. Enjoy dinner while sailing into the night, away from light pollution and thus optimizing our chances of catching the northern lights. Watch from the warm and comfortable panorama lounge inside or witness the lights outside on the deck.

Day 2 "Wake up to a new and exciting adventure, with the possibility of spotting whales right outside of your cabin.”

Waking up at sea, a sumptuous breakfast awaits you, especially curated to energize and prepare you for the day's excitement.
After breakfast, we continue the day with a thrilling whale-watching experience, offering a unique opportunity to witness these magnificent creatures in their natural habitat. In the comfort of a larger vessel, you'll have the option to engage in whale watching directly from the boat.
At midday, we will serve a nourishing lunch at our restaurant on board, and kindly ask you to check-out from your cabin after.
In the afternoon, join our expert guides in the panorama lounge for an interesting lecture on whales and make the most of your remaining time on board our ship while we sail back towards.

Our vessel, MV Quest
MV Quest welcomes up to 52 passengers, ensuring an intimate atmosphere.
All 26 cabins have ocean views and private facilities. Our triple cabins offer both upper and lower berths (2 single beds and 1 extra berth), while other cabins feature either two lower berths (2 beds) or a comfortable double bed.
Quest's clever, compact design unlocks extraordinary possibilities, allowing us to access destinations that remain off-limits to larger vessels. Here, we believe in more than just observing from a distance - we invite you to immerse yourself, up close and personal, in the wonders of the Arctic.

Duration: 19:00 - 19:00+1 (22 - 24 hours)

Check-in Time & Place: We recommend to check-in at the Norwegian Travel Shop (Tromsø Havn Prostneset top floor, Samuel Arnesens gate 5, Tromsø ) at any time on the day of your departure.

Opening hours Norwegian Travel Shop: 09:00 – 19:00

Latest Check-in Time: 18:45 (6:45pm)

Boarding Time: 19:00 (7pm)

Availability Period: 01.11.24 - 31.01.25
Pets: Not allowed

Accessibility information: Not accessible for wheelchair users.
Weather conditions can make navigating on board challenging when stormy seas.
Features:
- Plenty of space on board the ship for mobility aids.
- All stairs on board the ship have hand rails.
- All (lower) beds are standard height.

Obstacles:
- The ship has several decks (cabins, panorama lounge, restaurant) only accessible by (steep) stairs: all guests must be able ascending/descending them with help of hand rails.
- All cabins have heavy doors falling shut: all guests must be able to hold them open when leaving/entering the cabin.
- Weather conditions can make navigating on board the ship (both inside and outside) challenging: it’s important all guests can use both hands to hold rails and/or create stability with both feet.
- Low tide result in a steeper gangway for disembarkation and boarding. This requires that all guests need the mobility to walk on and off the boat.

Restrictions:
- Minimum age: 7 y/o
- All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Dietary Requirements: If any dietary restrictions, please add a comment to your booking or send us an email ([email protected])

Included:
- Thermal Flotation suit and Safety Equipment
- English-speaking guides and expedition team
- Ocean-facing cabins
- Private lavatories in every cabin
- All meals (breakfast, lunch and dinner)
- Warm drinks and snacks

Good to know:
- We do not have free Wifi on board the ship.

Bring with you:
- International Passport
- Weather appropriate clothing
- Indoor clothing
- Rubber soled shoes (anti-slip)
- Earplugs (optional)
- Binoculars & Camera (optional)

Sustainable Tourism:
We are dedicated to providing eco-conscious experiences and our tours are designed to respect marine life. We adhere to the AECO guidelines for whale watching, and we are Eco-lighthouse certified.