--- title: Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø lang: en type: tour city: Tromsø country: Norway price: 183 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 1040 duration_minutes: 420 duration_max_minutes: 540 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 4 of 4 (Whale Watching) schedule_checked: 2026-11-08 data_updated: 2026-11-08 canonical: https://guidekin.com/norway/tromso/tours/silent-whale-watching-by-hybrid-electric-boat-from-troms/ --- # Silent Whale Watching by Hybrid-Electric Boat from Tromsø **Guidekin's take:** A hybrid-electric boat heads from Tromsø to fjords where whales feed, with panoramic lounges and two decks for watching. Live commentary, WiFi and an onboard restroom are included; food and drinks are available to buy at the cafe. 4.53 from 1040 reviews at €183 per person for 7h–9h. In our comparison: #4 of 4 in Whale Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Get a unique perspective on the majestic Humpbacks, Fin, Sperm whales and/or Orca's as they feed in the herring-rich fjords of the Arctic. With purpose made hybrid-electric boats for whale watching, we minimise disturbance to nature and whales. Leaving Tromsø in the morning, we head to where the whales are in time to enjoy the short hours of daylight. On the way you can take in the breathtaking views of frozen landscapes in comfortable, panoramic lounges and 2 decks. We use a hybrid engine to reach the whale’s feeding grounds, and as we near the whales, we switch to a silent electric engine that allows us to get closer without disturbing them. Please note that the duration of the trip depends on the whales’ location. It takes up to 3.5 hours to get to the whales and can therefore range from 8-9 hours. Please note that whale sightings are not guaranteed. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet 15 minutes before departure at the… - 4 start times: between 07:30 and 09:00 - Food included: Cafe with food & drinks for purchase - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted - Age rule: Specialized infant seats are available **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €183 per person - Duration: 7h–9h - Rating: 4.53/5 from 1040 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Brim Explorer - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 07:30, 07:45, 08:00, 09:00 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-11-08 ## Reviews 4.53 from 1040 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 88% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 913 of 1040. - 5 stars: 787 (76%) - 4 stars: 126 (12%) - 3 stars: 56 (5%) - 2 stars: 35 (3%) - 1 star: 36 (3%) ## What's included - WiFi on board - Cafe with food & drinks for purchase - Restroom on board - Boat Cruise with panoramic windows - Live guide ## Itinerary 1. **Lyngstuva** (pass by, no stop) - We pass by Lyngstuva lighthouse on the way to Skjervøy. It is set at the peak of Lyngen Alps 2. **Skjervoy** (pass by, no stop) - We reach the town of Skjervøy. In this area the whales feed on the herring. We go in search of humpbacks and/or orca's in this vast area. 3. **Kvaenangen Municipality** (1h) - We spend between 1-2 hours with the whales, depending on how fast we can find them and how long they stay around. There is no guarantee on seeing whales, but our captains and guides will try our best. 4. **The Arctic Cathedral** (pass by, no stop) - As we return to Tromsø, we sail past the Arctic Cathedral that is set at the end of the Tromsø bridge. ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 07:30, 07:45, 08:00, 09:00 - Schedule last checked: 2026-11-08 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet 15 minutes before departure at the pier to the side of Skarven Kro Restaurant in Tromsø (Kaigata 6). IMPORTANT: Please check the departure time on your ticket to board the correct boat marked with the same departure time. The activity provider has 4 different boats. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Wheelchair accessible - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Specialized infant seats are available - Transportation options are wheelchair accessible - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - This tour is bookable up to 2 hours before the tour - The whales migrate and are only around Tromsø between late October until end of January. ## Compared with other Whale Watching | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #4 of 4** | €183 | 7h–9h | 4.53 (1040) | shared | | [24hr Northern Lights & Whale Watching Cruise](/norway/tromso/tours/24hr-northern-lights-whale-watching-cruise/?format=md) | €1264 per group | 22h | 4.92 (118) | shared | | [Tromso Skjervoy Whale Watching on RIB Boat](/norway/tromso/tours/tromso-skjervoy-whale-watching-on-rib-boat/?format=md) | €311 | 12h | 4.7 (47) | private | | [Whale Watching RIB Experience (With Transfer Tromso-Skjervoy)](/norway/tromso/tours/whale-watching-rib-experience-with-transfer-tromso-skjervoy/?format=md) | €282 | 12h | 4.55 (132) | shared | Ranked #4 of 4 in Whale Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €183 to €311, median €282; typical length 12h. 1 of 4 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market. Full list: https://guidekin.com/norway/tromso/tromso-whale-watching/?format=md ## More in Tromsø - All Tromsø tours: https://guidekin.com/norway/tromso/?format=md - This page as HTML: https://guidekin.com/norway/tromso/tours/silent-whale-watching-by-hybrid-electric-boat-from-troms/ Filters, the full catalogue and the URL contract for this city: https://guidekin.com/norway/tromso/?format=md