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

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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  Super friendly Team from Dive Centre Manager to Dive guides, quality equipment is given when you book the dives. They have a swimming pool in front of the centre in... read more

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    January 11, 2023
  • star rating  The dive base is well organized. The price includes all equipment and a delicious lunch after the dive. The diving equipment is high class (only gloves were slightly damaged).... read more

    malebee
    February 1, 2020
  • star rating  Fantastic diving experience! It all started with great communication over email. They were very helpful answering all questions and making sure I had all the information needed. Due to the... read more

    Mac_Harry
    November 20, 2019
  • star rating  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

    Abigail G
    February 1, 2022
  • 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
    December 1, 2020
  • star rating  Have dived with them on many different occasions. Great Team , always available for advice. Good set up, know the dive area well. Would most always use them when i... read more

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    February 24, 2019
  • star rating  Everything about our experience with Pisces was great. I highly recommend booking your diving experience in South Africa with Jacqui and the team at Pisces. My wife and... read more

    PierreL49
    February 23, 2020
  • star rating  Pisces divers is an amazing dive school the staff are incredibly friendly and helpful. I took the open water 1 dive course and with the help of the diving instructor... read more

    Dekiell
    November 4, 2019
  • star rating  Really well run operation. In an era of social distancing concerns, I really appreciated the effort of the owner, manager and majority of staff members to wear masks consistently... read more

    Flagg M
    September 15, 2020
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