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Arctic Fjord Safari: Wildlife on Kvaløya and Sommarøy
4.7
26 Ratings
Tromsø
Embarking on an Arctic Fjord and Wildlife safari across Kvaløya and Sommarøy offers an incredible opportunity to delve into the stunning landscapes of the locale and witness the variety of fauna that calls this region home. Kvaløya is an Island in close proximity to Tromsø, while Sommarøy, a scenic fishing community, lies on Kvaløya’s western shoreline.
Embarking on an Arctic Fjord and Wildlife safari across Kvaløya and Sommarøy offers an incredible opportunity to delve into the stunning landscapes of the locale and witness the variety of fauna that calls this region home. Kvaløya is an Island in close proximity to Tromsø, while Sommarøy, a scenic fishing community, lies on Kvaløya’s western shoreline.
Duration:
6 hours
Cancellation:
24 hours
Highlights
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Kvaloya - Embark on an Arctic Fjord and Wildlife safari on Kvaløya and Sommarøy to experience the stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife of the region. Kvaløya is an island near Tromsø, while Sommarøy is a charming fishing village on Kvaløya’s western coast. Here’s what to anticipate on this safari:
Scenic Drives
The journey is a delight as…
- Kvaloya - Embark on an Arctic Fjord and Wildlife safari on Kvaløya and Sommarøy to experience the stunning natural beauty and diverse wildlife of the region. Kvaløya is an island near Tromsø, while Sommarøy is a charming fishing village on Kvaløya’s western coast. Here’s what to anticipate on this safari:
Scenic Drives
The journey is a delight as you travel along coastal roads, passing majestic fjords, snow-capped mountains, and pristine beaches. The landscapes are breathtaking, offering numerous opportunities to stop and enjoy the panoramic views.
- Kaldfjorden - Kaldfjorden is a beautiful fjord on Kvaløya Island near Tromsø, surrounded by dramatic mountains and Arctic scenery. With views of the iconic Store Blåmann peak, it’s an ideal spot for sightseeing and photography.
- Ersfjordbotn - Ersfjordbotn is a picturesque village by the fjord on Kvaløya Island, just 15 km from Tromsø. Surrounded by dramatic mountains, it’s a popular location for scenic photography throughout the year.
- Bryggejentene AS - Bryggejentene is a delightful café and shop located in a historic pier building from the early 20th century. Once a fish farm, Bryggejentene has been a favorite spot since its opening in 2010. Enjoy delicious coffee from Strøm Eriksen here.
- Sommaroybrua - The Sommarøy bridge connects Kvaløya to Sommarøya in Troms. This 522-meter-long bridge has a longest span of 120 meters and is part of county road 7766.
Sommarøybrua has a single lane and is equipped with traffic lights to manage traffic flow. However, it was reported in 2004 that the traffic lights malfunction during windy conditions, which occur relatively frequently.
- Sommaroy - Sommarøy is a historic fishing village in the western part of Tromsø Municipality in Troms og Finnmark county, Norway. Located about 36 kilometers (22 miles) west of Tromsø, it is a popular tourist destination known for its white sand beaches and stunning scenery.
- Rystraumen - Rystraumen (also known as Storstraumen and Rya) is a strait at the eastern end of Straumsfjorden between Kvaløya and Ryøya in Tromsø municipality in Troms. The strait is approximately 500 meters wide and relatively shallow, creating a tidal current that can reach speeds of up to eight knots.
What's Included
- Private transportation
- Lunch
- Private transportation
- Lunch
Location
Clarion Hotel The Edge
Kaigata
Clarion Hotel the Edge is located directly above the Port terminal and is easily visible with its distinctive design.
Meet outside the hotel 5 minutes before the activity starts.
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Customer Ratings
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(26 Ratings)
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Mc_hammer_the_frog
Mar 9, 2025
Beautiful fjords and beaches - I booked this tour at very short notice as a similar tour I had booked got cancelled due to the minimum amount of participants not being reached. This tour was great. Therewas only 3 of us in the group, and Erik was our guide and photographer. He took us to beautiful fjords in Kvaløya. There was a bathroom/coffee stop later in the morning. We stopped at a restaurant by the beach at Sommarøy, where we had lunch (lunch is included).
Erik provided us with interesting information about the fjords, and life in Norway, throughout the excursion. We were lucky to see some reindeer roaming about.
Unfortunately, I slipped on some ice and broke my lens filter and Erik helped me getting rid of the bits of glass, and was concerned for me and my camera. He tried to remove the filter ring, but wasn't able to (neither was I). Thankfully, only the filter got damaged, and I was able to use the camera and the lens without the filter during the rest of my Norwegian visit.
I recommend this excursion if you are interested in seeing some fjords, and take photos of amazing scenery.
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Sandap972
Feb 25, 2025
Fjords sightseeing with a personal touch - We booked this tour on very short notice, and we are glad we did so! The tour includes several stops on Kvaløya island, where you can admire the beauty of the Fjords. And a tasty lunch on Sommarøy island. Our guide, Steffen, was very friendly and knowledgeable. The nature is amazing, and we took plenty of pictures. We were lucky to also catch a herd of reindeer on the way!!
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Boymomdfw
Feb 24, 2025
Super day! Lots to see! - We had a super time with Steffan on our fjord tour. We had many stops to see historic sites and scenic spots as well. It was an enjoyable day in a small group of 5 of us.
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Biagio_d
Feb 21, 2025
Awesome experience - It was a very awesome experience. Thank to Stephan, that is a very competent and very available. He make possible to see nature and to know Sami's culture with a very passion, from Tromso to Sommaroy. In particular is details about the Sami's culture make the travel more fascinating. Thank you for this beautiful experience.
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Zoe_d
Jan 12, 2025
Authentic personal tour - Excellent tour. Stefan was a thoughtful and interesting guide, a pleasure to spend a day with him. He took us to spots away from the usual tourist trail and was happy to stop for photos. Delicious traditional fish soup option at lunch. We were fortunate to see 4 otters, 2 reindeer and a sea eagle!
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Thaiane
Dec 26, 2024
Incredible tour - We did the fjord tour with Espen, and it was incredible! The warm, comfortable van took us to stunning spots, and Espen shared fascinating insights about Norway and Sami culture. The highlight was the campfire at the "Arctic Caribbean."
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Tauer
Dec 21, 2024
Amazing landscapes - Our guide Stefan was very knowledgable and we learned a lot about the local area and people. He made best use of the limited daylight to show us the impressive landscapes and also some wildlife. A must for nature lovers.
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Debra_d
Nov 12, 2024
Great experience! - We had a great experience! Even with a very cloudy and windy day we saw so many beautiful sights. Our guide Steffan was great! The Fjords were amazing, saw a lot of reindeer on the way back, and had many options for the included lunch stop.
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Janemd6683cp
Nov 9, 2024
Professional, Trustworthy Tour Guides - Fantastic tour, great communication with company from the start. Catered for my problem with painful hip by collecting us from the ship, dropping us off and reserving a front seat for me in the car.
Enthusiastic tour guide, careful driving, fantastic views, coffee stop and including a tasty lunch. Reindeer and beautiful scenery. Great job. Highly recommend this company
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Irena_m
Mar 12, 2025
Beautiful fjords - This tour was overall a nice experience. We were in a small group. Our tour guide was really nice and helpful. He tried to give as many opportunities to get some nice photos of the beautiful fjords and wildlife. Unfortunately, there was not much wildlife to see. We were lucky enough to see couple of reindeers, but other than that, not much. We were hoping to see more. We had enough breaks. We stopped in a cafe to have a nice Norwegian pastry and later for a nice lunch in Sommarøy (included). We were also hoping to see more of this picturesque fishing village. The tour guide and organization were very good. For the price, however, we would expect a bit more.
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