TRAVEL

FREEDIVE WITH WHALES

IN FJORDS IN NORTHERN NORWAY

Tromsø, NORWEGIAN COAST

NOVEMBER 2019

Max Depths: 2-7 METERS

Water temp: SUB ZERO

Water Visibility: 5m – 15m

Open Water (snorkelling possible)

location
Tromsø, NORWEGIAN COAST

season
NOVEMBER 2019

depth
MAX DEPTH: 2M – 7M

temperature
WATER TEMP: SUB ZERO

visibility
VISIBILITY: 5M – 15M

certification
OPEN WATER
(SNORKELLING POSSIBLE)

Pisces Divers in collaboration with Jacques de Vos / Arctic Freediving offers divers the opportunity to freedive or snorkel with wild orcas and humpback whales in the beautiful fjords of northern Norway.

Each winter millions of tonnes of herring enter the shallower fjords and bays along the north Norwegian coast, providing an abundant food source for everything from seabirds and humpback whales, to the ultimate apex predator – orcas.

Small groups have the unique opportunity to see these animals in their natural environment while living and diving from luxury yachts. The region is also located in the heart of the Northern Lights oval and at the end of a days diving (weather permitting), guests can enjoy the magical Aurora Borealis with one of the most beautiful scenic backdrops in the world.

AVAILABILITY

  • Bavaria 51 Catamaran – 3 spaces left Bavaria 51
  • Catamaran – 3 spaces left Fountain Paijot Salina 48 (Monohul) – 5 spaces left.

DETAILS

  • Arrival and departure airport – Tromsø (Airport code TOS).
  • Lufthansa has seasonal direct flights from Germany to Tromsø although most flights connect to Tromsø via Oslo (OSL).
  • Please note: Price on request

ITINERARY

  • 13 Nov – Arrive in Tromsø – transfer to guesthouse, meet other guests (night in guesthouse, northern light watching if weather permits)
  • 14 Nov – Orientation day – briefings, presentations, orientation (in-water) (night in guesthouse)
  • 15 Nov – Early morning to boat, first day of diving (night on boat)
  • 16 Nov – diving (night on boat)
  • 17 Nov – diving (night on boat)
  • 18 Nov – diving (night on boat)
  • 19 Nov – diving, afternoon back to shore (after sunset) at roughly 17:00. To hotel, farewell dinner, night in hotel
  • 20 Nov – departures (latest checkout is midday at 12:00)

INCLUDED

  • Airport Transfers from East London
  • Shared accommodation for seven nights on a full-board basis.
  • Five days at sea.
  • One rest day.
  • We supply cylinders and weights and additional equipment rental is extra.
  • Single supplementary is available on request.
  • Activities on non diving days will be arranged.
  • Big 5 Game drive and Elephant interaction at Inkwenkwezi Game Lodge.

EXCLUDED

  • Flights
  • Dive equipment other than cylinders and weight-belts (but can be rented).
  • Alcoholic drinks

WHAT TO BRING

  • Dive Certification Card
  • Towel and drybag for the boat
  • Warm waterproof jacket, beanie and sunhat
  • Sunblock and personal medications (such as seasickness tablets)
  • Cameras (topside and underwater)
  • Own dive equipment, other than cylinders and weight-belts

FREEDIVE WITH WHALES

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FREEDIVE WITH ORCAS

GALLERY

REVIEWS

  • star rating  We dived with Pisces two weeks ago and did the seals/kelp forest combination. We booked from the UK and Jacqui was extremely helpful and replied to messages promptly. The diving... read more

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    April 17, 2019
  • star rating  The whole team was really nice and did their best to accomodate us also regarding the fact that we had to catch our flight back to Europe the same evening.... read more

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    January 25, 2023
  • star rating  So far the best, absolutely the best diving school I was diving with. Im travelling the world and dive at different destinations with different school. This school offering great... read more

    ella Wo
    February 1, 2022
  • star rating  My husband and I were in Cape Town for a few days. As Covid had wrecked havoc with our diving plans the past 2 years, we decided to dive the... read more

    CvdM
    December 1, 2021
  • star rating  Professionnel Team !!! I went on Ocean Safari with my family and from A to Z, you'll be welcome by professionals . the equipments, the boat, the Captain and... read more

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    March 4, 2019
  • star rating  I was extremely happy with the dive master as well as the service and rates offered by Pisces. They were very friendly and accommodating. We got to dive with... read more

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    January 16, 2019
  • star rating  I did 5 dives with Pisces Divers, and thoroughly enjoyed every moment. The staff are friendly, relaxed and efficient. Jacqui, who does the bookings, went out of her way to... read more

    neil_wiltshire
    January 8, 2021
  • star rating  A well organized and professional operation. Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff . The centre was well equipped and set up and the shop stocks a good selection of gear to... read more

    Julia T
    September 4, 2021
  • star rating  A well organized and professional operation. Friendly, helpful and knowledgeable staff . The centre was well equipped and set up and the shop stocks a good selection of gear to... read more

    Julia T
    September 1, 2021
  • star rating  Seal Snorkeling Fun! - I did the simple seal snorkel, and this was my very first time doing any snorkeling/diving. The team was super fun to be with, and fit us with gear very... read more

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    April 6, 2022