Updated Nov 2026Prices checked 13 Nov 2026 on GetYourGuide

Whale Watching Skjervøy from Tromsø — Magic Skjervøy Review

Whale Watching Skjervøy from Tromsø — The Short Answer

A 12-hour day: bus at 05:30, then 2.5–3 hours in a RIB with 4–12 people, warm suits and a changing room in Skjervøy. ★4.7 from 1,241 reviews, €322 on both dates we checked. Medium difficulty; minimum height 140 cm.

Our verdict

Best for eye level with the orcas, with a warm changing room.

  • Suit, boots, goggles and a warm changing room
  • Sandwiches, tea and coffee included
  • ★4.7 from 1,241 reviews
  • 12 hours, starting at 05:30
  • Min. height 140 cm; medium difficulty
Guests rate
Guide4.6
Transport4.7
Value for money4.5
★4.7 · 1,241 reviewsOrca leaping in front of its pod
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4.7 · 1,241 reviews on GetYourGuide

From Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy

On the water not statedof a 12 h day
Bus ~4 hRIB ?Back ~4 h
Time on the water not stated
Sandwiches & teaMin. 140 cm
from€322per person
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With the bus from TromsøFrom Tromso: Whale Watching in Magic Skjervoy
Length12 h
Starts05:30
15 Dec 2026€322
12 Jan 2027€322
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Adult × 1, sampled 13 Nov 2026. Free cancellation up to 24 hours; reserve now, pay later.

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Hour by hour

The Day, Hour by Hour

How the day runs, from the meeting point to the way back, as the operator describes it and guests report it.

1
05:20 · Prostneset bus terminalMeet by 05:20; the bus leaves at 05:30.
2
~4 h northA comfortable coach, as reviewers say.
3
Suit upWarm changing room; flotation suit, mittens, balaclava, boots, goggles.
4
2.5–3 h in the RIB4–12 people per boat, at water level.
5
Sandwiches, tea, coffeeThen the bus back to Tromsø.
Humpback lunge-feeding under gulls
MeetBy 05:20 · Prostneset
Length12 h
On the water2.5–3 h
What you get

What Is Included

Exactly what the listing includes, what it leaves out and what you should bring yourself.

In the price

  • Bus transfer from Tromso and back
  • Rigid-inflatable boat whale-watching excursion
  • Tour guides with up to date information
  • Warm flotation suits, mittens, balaclavas, boots, ski goggles
  • Fresh sandwiches (chicken ham and cheese, salami and cheese, vegetarian on request)
  • For special dietary requests, please contact us beforehand
  • Tea
  • Coffee

Not included

  • Nothing listed as extra

Bring yourself

  • Wool layers under the suit
  • Food for the bus
  • Seasick tablets
Who it suits

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★4.7 from 1,241 reviews

What Guests Say

The scores guests give the guide, the transport and the value, and three recent reviews shortened but not reworded.

4.71,241 reviews on GetYourGuide
Guide4.6
Transport4.7
Value for money4.5

“An amazing experience, I saw 3 pods of orcas who came right next to the boat! Best day of my life!”

Naomi · GetYourGuide · Nov 2026

“It was a great day! The tour starts very early, and you spend a lot of time in the (comfortable!) coach, but the time on the water is definitely worth it! The wetsuits really are available for all body sizes, and you are very well equipped.”

Sara · GetYourGuide · Oct 2026

“An amazing experience! The bus to the location was easy to find and a smooth drive. Once we got to the destination the guides were there to meet us and spoke us through what we’ll need.”

Nicole · GetYourGuide · Oct 2026
Where to be, and when

Meeting Point

The pin is the meeting point as GetYourGuide shows it; your ticket has the exact time.

Meeting pointSamuel Arnesens gate 5, 9008 Tromsø, Norway

Meeting Time: The departure time is 05:30 am.

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How long is Magic Skjervøy?

About 12 hours, with 2.5–3 hours on the RIB.

What time does it start?

Meet at Prostneset bus terminal by 05:20; the bus leaves at 05:30.

Is there a height limit?

Yes, a minimum of 140 cm (55 in).

What is included?

Bus, RIB trip, warm suits, mittens, balaclava, boots, goggles, sandwiches, tea, coffee and biscuits.

How many people are in the boat?

4 to 12.

Is it hard?

The listing rates it medium: you sit in an open boat on a cold sea.

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Reviewed · Magic Skjervøy RIB★4.7 · from €322 per person
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