6 Whale Watching Tours in Svolvær to Build a Day Around

1.Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 591 reviews · from $107Our pick

From Svolvær’s main square, you’ll gear up in a warm flotation suit, goggles, gloves, and life vest before racing by RIB toward Trollfjord. Your English- or Norwegian-speaking guide shares stories about Lofoten, fishermen, and sea eagles. Expect dramatic views, stops for photos, and a real chance to see eagles close to the boat.

“Brilliant trip: stunning scenery, great warm gear to keep you cosy. Got really close to the sea eagles.”

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2.Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 355 reviews · 2 hours · from $125

From Svolvaer, you’ll board a RIB with a Norwegian or English-speaking guide and race through Øyhellsundet toward steep-sided Trollfjorden. Expect white beaches, Skrova’s harbor, sea eagles, and perhaps seals or orcas. Warm flotation suits are provided, but bring extra layers and weatherproof gloves.

“Amazing trip, with stunning nature, mighty eagles, perfect weather and a guide with a lot of knowledge about both the sea, the Eagles and the area in general. Thanks a lot!!!”

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3.Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari by RIB Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.9 · 308 reviews · from $97Best value

From Sjømannsgata 5 in Lofoten, you’ll gear up in a warm suit and safety equipment before riding a RIB through Raftsundet to Trollfjord. Guides such as Alan, Jonas, and Bård have shared local stories, Viking sites, and eagle facts. The ride is lively, scenic, and best for ages eight and up.

“Well planned and quality/pricing ratio appropriated! Our tour guide was really open to solve our questions and prepared at explaining what we visited. Outfit provided in winter season in strongly appropriated. Recommended!”

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4.Sea Eagle Safari from Svolvær to Trollfjorden

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 124 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $156Top rated

Leave Svolvær with XXLofoten on a fast RIB safari to Trollfjorden. Over about two hours, you may see white-tailed sea eagles swoop for fish while your guide explains the fjord and local wildlife. Thermal suits, goggles, mittens, and life vests are provided. Guides have included Charlotte and Tobias.

“Erg leuk om te doen! Schipper was ook heel grappig. De tocht was niet te lang of te kort, precies goed. Warm aankleden!! :)”

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5.Lofoten RIB Sea Eagle Safari and Trollfjord Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 69 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $128

From Svolvaer, RIB-Lofoten takes you on a two-hour high-speed cruise to Trollfjord. Your guide handles the boat and explains the area’s wildlife, fishing, and people. Life vest, flotation suit, gloves, and goggles are supplied. Expect close sea eagle sightings, sharp mountain views, and a small-group ride for up to 24 people.

“Excellent guide bringing the experience to life with knowledge and humour. Safety procedures followed to the letter. Sea eagles enticed to our RIB with bait.”

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6.Whale Watching Day Trip to Andenes

★★★★★★★★★★3.8 · 27 reviews · from $361

Travel from Svolvær to Andenes on Arctic Route bus 930, crossing ferries and Norway’s scenic coast before a three-hour RIB whale safari. Look for sperm whales, orcas, and dolphins, with warm safety gear, a light lunch, Wi-Fi, charging ports, and an audio guide. The long day suits active visitors who want the closest whale-watching option from Lofoten.

“Because the bus stop had been moved due to work, we were confused about the boarding location in Solvaer... We didn't see the bus and therefore didn't pick it up. We took a taxi to the ferry as quickly as possible... but we were 5 minutes late... Expedition costs gone, taxi costs added, a very big disappointment to process!!!! So sad!!!!”

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