Snorkeling with Orcas in Norway: Arctic Expedition
Arctic Orca Hunt · Northern Norwegian Fjords · November 2027
An expedition to the fjords of northern Norway to observe orcas and humpback whales following schools of herring, with the opportunity to snorkel and experience the Arctic from within the water.
Expedition in design phase – Priority list open
Orcas in Norway:
When the herring arrive in the fjords
Every winter, massive shoals of herring move into the fjords of northern Norway, attracting orcas and humpback whales that follow them to feed.
This phenomenon turns the waters of the Norwegian Arctic into one of the most spectacular places to observe large cetaceans in the wild.
Arctic Orca Hunt was created to experience this phenomenon from the water—always subject to the animals' behavior, the weather, and sea conditions.
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Top 3 experiences to see in the Norwegian Fjords
The 4 Dimensions of the Experience
Snorkel with Orcas
Norwegian Fjords
One of the most extraordinary experiences of the Arctic Orca Hunt will be the opportunity to snorkel with wild orcas.
We will use dry suits and snorkeling gear to observe the animals from the surface, always following the local team's instructions.
Encounters depend entirely on the orcas' behavior and sea conditions.
Northern Lights
Unique spectacle
In November, nights in northern Norway offer excellent opportunities to view the aurora borealis, provided weather conditions and solar activity are favorable.
It is a combination rarely found on any other trip: spending the day tracking cetaceans in the fjords and ending the day beneath an Arctic sky illuminated by the aurora.
Wild nature
Arctic Experience
Norway is not a warm-water destination.
Water temperatures hover around 2–4°C, while land temperatures generally range from approximately -5°C to 5°C during November.
For this reason, the expedition requires a different kind of preparation: suitable clothing, cold tolerance, and a flexible attitude toward weather conditions that can change rapidly.
Underwater photography in the Norwegian Fjords
Wide-angle
We will work with natural light, cold water, low-light conditions, and moving animals, seeking images that convey the orcas' environment and behavior rather than simply trying to get close to them.
The goal is not to chase the animal to get a shot, but to anticipate its behavior and be ready when the encounter occurs.
Underwater Photography Experience included
Photo Shooting
Your underwater portrait
Professional photography sessions during the trip, so you can take home real images of your underwater experiences.
No posing — just authentic moments captured by the Born to the Ocean team.
Contest
Wide-angle
Photography contest for all participants, with prizes for the winners.
Encounters with orcas take place primarily in the fjords of northern Norway, where these animals follow schools of herring during the winter months.
The location of the orcas can shift from season to season, as the fish determine where the cetaceans congregate.
Currently, the Kvænangen area and the waters around Skjervøy are key spots for sightings.
For this reason, Arctic Orca Hunt is not conceived as a trip to a fixed location, but rather as an expedition shaped by the movements of the wildlife.
An expedition to enter the world of orcas
The orcas do not arrive alone.
They arrive following the herring, in family groups, coordinating their movements while hunting.
You will see them from the boat and from the surface; if conditions and the animals' behavior allow, we can also get into the water to snorkel.
Here, we do not chase them; we wait for them.
Because the goal is not to get the closest possible photograph, but to experience an authentic encounter with wild animals.
Humpback whales in the fjords of Norway
Orcas are not the only stars of the show.
Schools of herring also attract humpback whales, which may feed in the same waters during the season.
At times, different species of cetaceans can be spotted in the same area, though each encounter depends on the animals' presence and behavior.
For us, the whales are part of the experience, not just an item on a checklist of animals we promise you will see.
Orcas in Skjervøy and the northern fjords
Skjervøy, north of Tromsø, has become one of the best-known spots for observing orcas and humpback whales during the herring season.
Its fjords, sheltered waters, and seasonal concentration of herring create the conditions for encounters with large groups of cetaceans.
The exact location of each excursion will depend on where the wildlife is found at the time.
A small-group orca expedition
Arctic Orca Hunt is designed for a small group, allowing for more personal guidance and a less crowded experience.
On a wildlife expedition, having fewer people also means we can move with greater flexibility and devote more attention to observation and photography.
Responsible snorkeling with orcas
Orcas are wild animals and not an attraction we can control.
At Born to the Ocean, we do not use bait, nor do we provoke or chase the animals to get photographs.
The decision to enter the water will always depend on the orcas' behavior, sea conditions, and the instructions of the local team.
If the animals do not welcome our presence, we stay out of the water.
The goal is to observe, not to disturb.
Arctic Orca Hunt – The planet’s greatest hunting spectacle
During this expedition, we venture into the narrow fjords of northern Norway, following one of the most brutal natural phenomena on the planet.
Orcas working as a team.
Humpback whales breaking into the hunt.
Herring compressed into living bait balls.
Tail strikes, breaths, foam, chaos.
And you — in a dry suit — floating in silence, witnessing the hunt from within.
There are no guarantees here. There is only real nature.
Some days the spectacle unfolds at the surface.
Other days, beneath the water, in absolute silence, with black shadows cutting through the polar blue.
This is not something you chase.
You wait for it.
And when it happens, it changes you.
This journey is cold. Demanding. Unpredictable.
And that is exactly why it is so powerful.
Narrow fjords. Snow-covered mountains. Northern lights at night.
Dark water. Dense. Alive.
Wind. Silence. Held breath.
Nature is not here to entertain you.
It is here to remind you who sets the rules.
What is the priority list for?
✔️ Early access before public launch
✔️ Detailed information in advance
✔️ Real priority to reserve a spot
✔️ No payment commitment
✔️ No spam
Joining the list does not mean booking or paying anything.It simply places you in the front row when the expedition is ready.
Dates & Pre-Booking
Northern Fjords of Norway - Artic Orca Hunt
Available Dates:
November 2027
Designed from real experience
At Born to the Ocean, every expedition is built from direct experience in the destination, prioritizing safety, respect for the environment, and authentic encounters.
Before launching any journey, we make sure everything aligns with our way of understanding the ocean.
