An overnight at Andenes is needed for join a Whale-Watching trip at Andenes from Tromsø during your Arctic summer holiday. Accommodation is included in this summer package.

Are you traveling to Arctic Norway during midnight sun time and want to go on a whale-watching tour? Join us on a Whale-Watching Safari by Rigid Inflatable Boat, from Tromsø (by bus) to Andenes, including overnight.

This trip includes scenic road transport by bus along one of Norway's National Scenic Routes on the island of Senja, two ferry crossings between the islands of Kvaløya, Senja and Andøya, including an overnight in the village of Andenes - a truly Arctic summer 2-day experience above the Arctic Circle, topped-up with a Whale-Watching Safari by Rigid Inflatable Boat!

A great summer package deal from Tromsø, for you: Once in Tromsl during summer, travel by bus to Andenes, and join an Arctic Whale-Watching tour! You will be able to observe fin whales, sperm whales and orcas, among others.

Time schedule:

• 08:45 - departure from Tromsø centre (next to Scandic Ishavshotel)
• 10:45 - ferry at Brensholmen to Senja - 40 minutes
• 12:50 - photo stop at Ersfjord beach - one of Senja's most beautiful fjord beaches
• 15:00 - ferry at Gryllefjord to Andøya - 1h40minutes - keep your eyes open for whales and seals
• 16:50 - arrival at Andenes - in front of the hotel - check-in
• 16:50 - free time in Andenes and overnight at the hotel
• 09:00 - Whale-Watching Safari and hot lunch
• 12:30 - departure from Andenes to Tromsø
• 20:15 - arrival at Tromsø

Departure location at Tromsø: The Arctic Route - Google Maps

Food: Lunch and hot drinks are included in your trip after the whale-watching safari on day 2. On both routes, food can be bought during the bus stops at the supermarket in Skaland (day 1 at 13:35 / day 2 at 16:15 - not open on Sunday - bring your own food).

What to do at Andenes?

• Visit the Lighthouse, built in 1859 and witness the best viewpoint over Andenes town, sea and mountains (open until 20:00 (8pm))
• Dive into the Andenes museum (open until 20:00 (8pm)).
• You will find cosy restaurants and bars, such as Arresten and Lyshustet for dinner on arrival day.