BOOKING SEASON 2024
Norway
sailing trip
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When experience and adventure come together to create something unique. We are ready for the expedition. After seven winters spent in Northern Norway, observing whales and killer whales feeding on herring, I felt the need to propose a real expedition,something beyond a standard trip, an experience that could bring people closer to having a deep connection with mother nature. That is why the trip will be experienced entirely in the fjords in close contact with the great cetaceans. They will guide and will lead us to some of the most fascinating areas of the entire Western Arctic, we will wake up and fall asleep listening to their breath, and when the light allows, we will enter the water to watch the big show. If you thought you saw everything in life, believe me, seeing the northern lights directly from the fjord, with the moon illuminating the snowy landscape, with whales and their fascinating songs around us, it will not seem true, because even dreams can not give such great emotions. For those who want, it will be possible to do snorkeling with orcas and whales; I will be at your side at all times, to show you and tell you the magic behind every single action of mother nature.
Arrival in Tromso, the northernmost city in the world, unique in itโs kind. Depending on the arrival time, pit stop at the diving center in Tromso to get all the necessary snorkeling equipment for those who might need it. It will be essential to try on the wetsuit before boarding to avoid unpleasant surprises. there might be free time to explore the city on your own. Free dinner and then hunt for the Northern lights directly from the harbour in the old town. Overnight at the hotel.
Late morning embark on boat, welcome briefing and accommodation in the cabin. Each cabin has its own private bathroom, with unlimited hot water. The sail will begin in the afternoon and will take us to the areas most frequented by the large cetaceans. During the whole time on the boat our goal will be to look and see killer whales and humpback whales, which at this time of year usually swim in these waters hunting for their favorite food: herrings. The itinerary will be dictated by the animalsโ marine activity, which we will monitor through our on-board computers, waiting for the large fishing boats to signal us the eating moment.
We will be explained all the killer whalesโ various hunting strategies, also called sea wolves, because, like wolves, they like to hunt in groups. Orca pods are real family units, in which each subject has its own role. Observing all this, above and below the surface of the water, is priceless. If we are lucky with the weather, it will be possible to see the Northern Lights directly from our sailboat. The overnight will be in the boat with full board but itโs also possible to go ashore for a pleasant walk, or to go buying anything you might need.
Last day to see Orcas and whales. The sail towards Tromso will start around 12:00 pm, the arrival is in the evening. Once disembarked, hotel accommodation, free dinner and overnight at the hotel.
Departure after breakfast to go to the airport.
Goodbye Norway.
Ciao Gianpaolo,
thanks a lot for the great experience on Arctica II sailing boat during the NORWAY EXPEDITION. We started in 2022 for the Norway Experience tour and continued with Norway Expedition in 2023. Both trips were a once in a life time trips but we highly recommend the expedition on Arctica II. The sailing boat is the best way to explore the North of Norway. You and the crew have shown us the right places in the bays and we had great encounters with orcas, fin and humpback whales. Think about the day in the zodiac when we were surrounded by whales. Unforgettable ! The atmosphere on board is fantastic. The food was perfect and finally we had also a great time in Spildra harbor. For us itยดs the right and only way to explore the wildlife in Northern Norway. Grazie to all participants !!! Grazie mille Gian Paolo. Simone & Thomas
Thomas Karcz
Ciao GianPaolo, last year NORWAY EXPERIENCE this year NORWAY EXPEDITION. We are so happy and thankful that we did it again. The Arctic around Skjervoy is so beautiful, wild and untouched. Itยดs where we feel free and in the right place. And this is also because of an experienced professional expedition leader. Thank you to you for guiding us on Arctica II through the fjords. You know the orcas very well and you have chosen the right places. The week was full of wildlife encounters. Itยดs hard to say which expedition day was the best. Probably the late afternoon when we went out with the zodiac without using the dry suits. Just us, the humpback and fin whales plus the orcas sourounded by a snowcapped landscape. This was one of our TOP 3 wildlife encounter ever. The group was also so fantastic. We had a super pleasent atmosphere on board. Thanks to all the participants and last but not least to Cherine, a marine biologist on board to study the voices of the orcas. Grazie GianPaolo. Thank you so much ! See you next on 78 degree North !!! Simone & Thomas