Top Outdoor Activities in Tromsø | Winter & Summer Adventures

Enjoy a silent whale-watching cruise from Tromso to Skjervoy on a hybrid-electric boat, with minimal disturbance to wildlife.

Starting point: Pickup from Tromso city center, then depart by boat from Tromso to Skjervoy
Everything you get: A full-day whale-watching cruise aboard a quiet, hybrid-electric boat designed to minimize noise and disturbance. Sail from Tromso to Skjervoy, enjoying panoramic Arctic views from heated indoor lounges or open decks as you spot a variety of whales in serene Arctic silence.
Sights covered: Arctic fjords, Skjervoy waters, humpback, orcas, and killer whales, sea eagles, and Arctic birdlife
Why choose this: Enjoy a small-group setting and spot majestic whales in their natural habitat while gliding silently across Arctic waters from Tromso to Skjeryvoy.

Inclusions

Full-day silent whale-watching cruise
Expert English-speaking guide
Hybrid-electric whale watching boat
Heated indoor salons with panoramic windows
Outdoor deck
Free Wi-Fi

Carry your binoculars for a closer view of the whales and other wildlife.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
While whale sightings aren't guaranteed, the boat captain will go above and beyond to find these majestic creatures for you.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Experience close encounters with whales in their natural habitat, led by local experts, from Tromsø to Skjervøy.

Starting point: Skjervøy Harbor — located behind the Extra grocery store and in front of the Skjervøy Båtforening building
Everything you get: Small-group RIB boat tour, 3 hours of guided whale watching at sea, thermal flotation suit, life vest, goggles, hat and mittens, light snacks and hot drinks after the tour.
Sights covered: Explore the Arctic fjords and Skjervøy’s herring-rich waters to spot some orcas, humpback whales, and possibly fin whales
Why choose this: This small group tour takes you close to wild whales in the ocean aboard a high-speed RIB—adding excitement and thrill to your Arctic adventure.
Upgrades: Enhance your journey with a round-trip bus transfer from Tromsø to Skjervøy for added convenience.

Inclusions

Experienced whale watching guide and professional skipper
Purpose built hybrid-electric whale watching boat
Wi-Fi and charging points on coach
Tap water
Arctic RIB whale safari (max 12 guests)
Flotation suit and life vest
Mittens
-50°C rated boots
Baguette and hot drinks after the safari
Toilets available at Skjervoy harbor
Round trip transfers from Tromsø (based on option selected)

Exclusions

Lunch

Hotel pickups
Additional snacks and beverages
Taxi or rental car for accommodations outside Tromso
Waterproof protection for cameras/GoPros
Wool base layer, thick wool sweater or fleece

Dress warmly in several layers (wool, fleece, sweater) and bring a warm hat, buff, and wind-proof gloves.
You are welcome to bring your camera, but please ensure it is protected from salt water.
Protection for personal belongings and cameras from salt water is not provided.
Whale sightings cannot be guaranteed, as they are dependent on natural conditions.
This experience is not the best fit for pregnant people or people with back issues

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Delve into the heart of the Arctic with this unique guided tour. Discover Sami culture and ride reindeer sleds, all while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
Get up close with a 200-strong reindeer herd and savor the thrill of a 30-minute sled ride across Arctic landscapes, a memory to treasure forever.
Relish a traditional Sami meal in a cozy Gamme, a Sami hut, enhancing your cultural immersion while providing warmth and comfort.
Engage in enlightening interactions with our knowledgeable guide who shares captivating insights into Sami history, traditions, and artifacts.
Be enthralled by the pristine beauty of Breivikeidet and the majestic Lyngen Alps, forming a picturesque backdrop to this unforgettable Arctic journey.

Inclusions

4.5-hour tour from Tromso to Breivikeidet
Expert English-speaking guide
Entry to the fence and feeding the herd on Sami camp
15 to 30-minute sled ride (depending on weather)
Snowsuits & boots
Round-trip transfers
Hot drinks and hot meals (traditional Sámi stew or vegan option)

Tip: Try your hand at the traditional Sami craftwork. You might discover a new hobby!
This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
The Reindeer Sledding (30 min activity) is subject to good snow conditions and sometimes we have to adjust the duration of this activity. If the weather/snow conditions don't allow us to run the sled ride at all, we will offer you a partial refund. It can change very quickly in the Arctic and sometimes it happens with short notice. The rest of the tour will be held as normal.

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Enjoy a silent whale-watching cruise from Tromso to Skjervoy on a hybrid-electric boat, with minimal disturbance to wildlife.

Starting point: Pickup from Tromso city center, then depart by boat from Tromso to Skjervoy
Everything you get: A full-day whale-watching cruise aboard a quiet, hybrid-electric boat designed to minimize noise and disturbance. Sail from Tromso to Skjervoy, enjoying panoramic Arctic views from heated indoor lounges or open decks as you spot a variety of whales in serene Arctic silence.
Sights covered: Arctic fjords, Skjervoy waters, humpback, orcas, and killer whales, sea eagles, and Arctic birdlife
Why choose this: Enjoy a small-group setting and spot majestic whales in their natural habitat while gliding silently across Arctic waters from Tromso to Skjeryvoy.

Inclusions

Full-day silent whale-watching cruise
Expert English-speaking guide
Hybrid-electric whale watching boat
Heated indoor salons with panoramic windows
Outdoor deck
Free Wi-Fi

Carry your binoculars for a closer view of the whales and other wildlife.
This experience is wheelchair and pram/stroller accessible.
While whale sightings aren't guaranteed, the boat captain will go above and beyond to find these majestic creatures for you.

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Experience close encounters with whales in their natural habitat, led by local experts, from Tromsø to Skjervøy.

Starting point: Skjervøy Harbor — located behind the Extra grocery store and in front of the Skjervøy Båtforening building
Everything you get: Small-group RIB boat tour, 3 hours of guided whale watching at sea, thermal flotation suit, life vest, goggles, hat and mittens, light snacks and hot drinks after the tour.
Sights covered: Explore the Arctic fjords and Skjervøy’s herring-rich waters to spot some orcas, humpback whales, and possibly fin whales
Why choose this: This small group tour takes you close to wild whales in the ocean aboard a high-speed RIB—adding excitement and thrill to your Arctic adventure.
Upgrades: Enhance your journey with a round-trip bus transfer from Tromsø to Skjervøy for added convenience.

Inclusions

Experienced whale watching guide and professional skipper
Purpose built hybrid-electric whale watching boat
Wi-Fi and charging points on coach
Tap water
Arctic RIB whale safari (max 12 guests)
Flotation suit and life vest
Mittens
-50°C rated boots
Baguette and hot drinks after the safari
Toilets available at Skjervoy harbor
Round trip transfers from Tromsø (based on option selected)

Exclusions

Lunch

Hotel pickups
Additional snacks and beverages
Taxi or rental car for accommodations outside Tromso
Waterproof protection for cameras/GoPros
Wool base layer, thick wool sweater or fleece

Dress warmly in several layers (wool, fleece, sweater) and bring a warm hat, buff, and wind-proof gloves.
You are welcome to bring your camera, but please ensure it is protected from salt water.
Protection for personal belongings and cameras from salt water is not provided.
Whale sightings cannot be guaranteed, as they are dependent on natural conditions.
This experience is not the best fit for pregnant people or people with back issues

These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.

Delve into the heart of the Arctic with this unique guided tour. Discover Sami culture and ride reindeer sleds, all while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
Get up close with a 200-strong reindeer herd and savor the thrill of a 30-minute sled ride across Arctic landscapes, a memory to treasure forever.
Relish a traditional Sami meal in a cozy Gamme, a Sami hut, enhancing your cultural immersion while providing warmth and comfort.
Engage in enlightening interactions with our knowledgeable guide who shares captivating insights into Sami history, traditions, and artifacts.
Be enthralled by the pristine beauty of Breivikeidet and the majestic Lyngen Alps, forming a picturesque backdrop to this unforgettable Arctic journey.

Inclusions

4.5-hour tour from Tromso to Breivikeidet
Expert English-speaking guide
Entry to the fence and feeding the herd on Sami camp
15 to 30-minute sled ride (depending on weather)
Snowsuits & boots
Round-trip transfers
Hot drinks and hot meals (traditional Sámi stew or vegan option)

Tip: Try your hand at the traditional Sami craftwork. You might discover a new hobby!
This experience is pram/stroller accessible.
This experience is not accessible by wheelchair.
The Reindeer Sledding (30 min activity) is subject to good snow conditions and sometimes we have to adjust the duration of this activity. If the weather/snow conditions don't allow us to run the sled ride at all, we will offer you a partial refund. It can change very quickly in the Arctic and sometimes it happens with short notice. The rest of the tour will be held as normal.

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Sightseeing Cruises

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From Tromso: Whale Watching Tour on Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

Enjoy a silent whale-watching cruise from Tromso to Skjervoy on a hybrid-electric boat, with minimal disturbance to wildlife.

Starting point: Pickup from Tromso city center, then depart by boat from Tromso to Skjervoy
Everything you get: A full-day whale-watching cruise aboard a quiet, hybrid-electric boat designed to minimize noise and disturbance. Sail from Tromso to Skjervoy, enjoying panoramic Arctic views from heated indoor lounges or open decks as you spot a variety of whales in serene Arctic silence.
Sights covered: Arctic fjords, Skjervoy waters, humpback, orcas, and killer whales, sea eagles, and Arctic birdlife
Why choose this: Enjoy a small-group setting and spot majestic whales in their natural habitat while gliding silently across Arctic waters from Tromso to Skjeryvoy.

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Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

9 hr.

Guided tour

Sightseeing Cruises

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From Tromso: Whale Safari on RIB

Experience close encounters with whales in their natural habitat, led by local experts, from Tromsø to Skjervøy.

Starting point: Skjervøy Harbor — located behind the Extra grocery store and in front of the Skjervøy Båtforening building
Everything you get: Small-group RIB boat tour, 3 hours of guided whale watching at sea, thermal flotation suit, life vest, goggles, hat and mittens, light snacks and hot drinks after the tour.
Sights covered: Explore the Arctic fjords and Skjervøy’s herring-rich waters to spot some orcas, humpback whales, and possibly fin whales
Why choose this: This small group tour takes you close to wild whales in the ocean aboard a high-speed RIB—adding excitement and thrill to your Arctic adventure.
Upgrades: Enhance your journey with a round-trip bus transfer from Tromsø to Skjervøy for added convenience.

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3 hr. 30 min. - 12 hr.

Transfers included

Day Trips

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Reindeer Sledding & Sami Culture Guided Tour with Hot Drinks & Meal

Delve into the heart of the Arctic with this unique guided tour. Discover Sami culture and ride reindeer sleds, all while surrounded by breathtaking landscapes.
Get up close with a 200-strong reindeer herd and savor the thrill of a 30-minute sled ride across Arctic landscapes, a memory to treasure forever.
Relish a traditional Sami meal in a cozy Gamme, a Sami hut, enhancing your cultural immersion while providing warmth and comfort.
Engage in enlightening interactions with our knowledgeable guide who shares captivating insights into Sami history, traditions, and artifacts.
Be enthralled by the pristine beauty of Breivikeidet and the majestic Lyngen Alps, forming a picturesque backdrop to this unforgettable Arctic journey.

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Free cancellation

You can cancel these tickets up to 72 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

4 hr. 30 min.

Guided tour

Transfers included

Meals included

Outdoor activities in Tromso

Outdoor activities in Tromso

From Tromso: Whale Watching Tour on Hybrid-Electric Catamaran

From Tromso: Whale Safari on RIB

Reindeer Sledding & Sami Culture Guided Tour with Hot Drinks & Meal