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Whale-Watching at Andenes from Tromsø with Arctic Route
Prices from
3490 NOK
per person
Join us on a Whale-Watching Safari, with bus transport from Tromsø, along one of Norway's most beautiful coast roads, to the town of Andenes.
General information
This tour is conducted by Best Arctic.
Please note! This is a 2-day adventure. The whale watching is on the second day, meeting time 08:30 at the whale watching partner. An overnight stay in Andenes is needed for this adventure. Accommodation is not included. Hotel options: Andenes Suite hotel, Thon hotel and Grønnbuene.
This trip includes scenic road transport by bus along one of Norway's National Scenic Routes on the fairytale island of Senja, 2 ferry crossings between the islands of Kvaløya, Senja and Andøya, to the village of Andenes - a truly complete summer. 2-day experience above the Arctic Circle, topped-up with a Whale-Watching Safari
Time schedule
Day 1:
8:45 AM (08:45) - departure from Tromsø centre (at large parking next to Scandic Ishavshotel)
10:45 AM (10:45) - ferry at Brensholmen to Senja - 40 minutes
12:50 AM (12:50) - photo stop at Ersfjord beach - one of Senja's most beautiful fjord beaches
3 PM (15:00) - ferry at Gryllefjord to Andøya - 1h 40minutes - keep your eyes open for whales and seals
4:50 PM (16:50) - arrival at Andenes (accommodation is not included)
Day 2:
9:00 AM (09:00) - Whale-Watching Safari and hot lunch (3 hours) - be at the Whale Watching partner latest 8:30 AM (08:30)!
12:35 AM (12:35) - departure from Andenes to Tromsø
8:15 pm (20:15) - arrival at Tromsø
Important information:
Departure location at Tromsø The Arctic Route departs from the large parking next to Scandic Ishavshotel, Tromsø. Meet up at latest 8:30 AM (08:30).
Hop off: After the second ferry (Gryllefjord-Andenes) get ready to hop off the bus at one of the 2 bus stops in Andenes. Either "Whale/Lighthouse bus" stop or "Andenes Suite hotel" bus stop.
Whale Watching partner: Be there latest 8:30 AM (08:30)!
Travel back to Tromsø: Pick-up location after the whale Watching at 12:35 (be there 12:20) at same location as drop-off
Food: On both routes, food can be bought on the ferries.
What to do at Andenes?
Visit the Lighthouse, built in 1859 and witness the best viewpoint over Andenes town, sea and mountains (open until 8:00 PM (20:00)).
Dive into the Andenes museum (open until 8:00 PM (20:00)).
You will find cosy restaurants and bars, such as Arresten and Lyshustet.
IMPORTANT! An overnight in Andenes is needed for this adventure. Accommodation is not included.
Hotel options: Andenes Suite hotel, Thon hotel.
The Arctic Route bus will make several drop-off/pick-up stops between Tromsø and Andenes.
Prices from
3490 NOK per person
- Adult NOK 3490
- Youth (16) NOK 3040
- Child (8-15) NOK 2020
Facilities
- Medium
- 8+ hours
About Best Arctic
Life-changing experiences – The Arctic Way
We put our heart and soul into delivering life-changing experiences based on quality and authenticity to you – The Arctic Way.
Best Arctic is a newly established Destination Management Company, covering the northern areas of Norway, Sweden, and Finland. The company was founded based on Bussring and Tromsø Safari.
With more than 17 years of experience in the tourism industry, we aim to inspire and offer you the best arctic experience ever: from winter to summer, all year round, single activities (northern lights tours, dog-sledding, whale watching, sightseeing tours, among many other exciting tours), accommodation, packages, cross-border bus transportation, and unforgettable experiences.
Our philosophy is based on maintaining our strong local connection by tight cooperation and involvement with local landowners, activity operators, guides, and other suppliers. We strongly believe in contributing to a better tourism destination for our guests and the locals, not only for today but, even more importantly, for the future.
Best Arctic has currently 18 employees operating out of our hubs/offices in Tromsø and Narvik.
Best Arctic
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://booking.bestarctic.com/en/to-do/2149103/whale-watching-at-andenes-from-troms%C3%B8-with-arctic-route-duri/showdetails
Radisson Blu Hotell, Sjøgata 7, 9259 Tromsø
Phone: +47 953 03 888
Email: [email protected]
Web: https://booking.bestarctic.com/en/to-do/2149103/whale-watching-at-andenes-from-troms%C3%B8-with-arctic-route-duri/showdetails
Radisson Blu Hotell, Sjøgata 7, 9259 Tromsø
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