Close contact with Orcas
As many as 600 Killer Whales (Orcinus Orca) visit the coastal areas and fjords of Tysfjord and Lofoten every winter (Nov-Jan) as they follow the herring shoals in search of prey.  This is a unique opportunity to experience the arctic winter and watch these fascinating mammmals in their natural habitat.  Mid-winter brings only twilight to this area, but a cold and crisp day with the aurora borealis shimmering above impressive mountain terrain is an ideal setting for watching the Orcas. You will be visiting one of the most beautiful parts of the world.
 

In touch with the wild

The boat is licensed to carry 10 passengers with a warm downstairs cabin, and a skipper who has spent most of his life in the fjord.  You will embark and disembark at the small coastal village of Drag, which is also an important centre for the indigenous Sami.

The pack in Tysfjord

Programme
We can collect you from Bodø airport for the three hours drive to AWE’s base.  Here, you will get a feeling for the great northern wilderness, and enjoy a relaxing evening and dinner as we go through the itinerary for the next three days.  Weather conditions will obviously dictate much of the outside activity, but the programme is flexible.  Watching the Orcas will be the first priority, though time will also be allocated to some walking and visiting cultural sights.  We offer a complete three-day programme, so there are no extra costs. Whale watching can include time spent fishing from our boat. The days catch, probably coalfish, cod or herring, will be served as a meal back at AWE`s base.

Mother and child

Photos: Frode Jenssen, Tysfjord

Your accommodation will be a traditional Norwegian “Nordland” house, which has been restored at our base.  Facilities are simple, though very comfortable and warm.  All meals and drinks will be provided.  Evenings by the fireside, lectures, and personal service will complete active days in the great outdoors.

AWE`s base in Hamarøy

Price: NOK 6000 (3 days) 
Season: winter