Dabbling its toes in deep-water fjords and surrounded by snow-capped mountains, Northern Norway is renowned as one of Europe’s cetacean hotspots – and as a year round experience, you can choose whether to combine with hunting for the northern lights or enjoying the energising effect of the midnight sun.
Imagine watching a pod of orcas – twenty or thirty strong – rounding up vast shoals of herring on a winter feeding frenzy. Or witnessing humpback whales lunging at the fish, scattering their bodies like silver sparks across the surface of the Norwegian Sea. Heading out to beautiful Kaldfjorden, where the whales have gathered to feast on overwintering shoals of herring, you not only stand a good chance of seeing whales, but also observing their extraordinary feeding behaviour.
The orcas round up seething bait balls of herring and then stun the fish with ultrasonic tail-slaps before hoovering up their prey, while the humpbacks lunge at the dense shoals from below, taking a 20,000-litre gulp of the hapless herring.
I understand that one size doesn’t fit all, and that’s why you have the freedom to design your experience, your way.
Norway holiday ideas
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Around Lofoten
Norway Self DriveDrive yourself around peaks, fjords and pretty villages on this leisurely holiday
From £1612 Excluding Flights
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Around Vesteralen
Norway Self DriveDiscover Vesteralen, a stunning archipelago in Northern Norway, known for its dramatic landscapes, charming fishing villages, and abundant wildlife. This 7 night self drive explores the highlights of Andoya, Langoya and Hinnoya at a leisurely pace.
From £1451 Excluding Flights
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Lofoten and the Northern Lights
Norway Self DriveThis self drive takes in the superb scenery of one of Norway's best kept secrets in a great location for viewing the aurora.
From £899 Excluding Flights
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Northern Norway Island Explorer
Norway Self DriveExplore the beautiful islands of Northern Norway by car
From £2003 Excluding Flights