NORWAY
Orca freediver in 2023
Orca snorkeler
Orca freediver in 2023

Join The Pod!

Swim with orcas and whales in arctic Norway guided by the most experienced team in the field.

Observe Orcas in Their Natural Environment

See orcas socializing, foraging and traveling first-hand. Their displays of intelligence and curiosity will leave you speechless.

Stig helping a guest

Choose the Right Team to Guide You

Experience in approaching whales and operating in arctic conditions is crucial for a safe and memorable adventure.

Our operation is based on pioneering methods and 30 years of experience in the field.

Happy snorkelers on Harek
Happy bunch
Happy guest
Happy snorkelers on a dinghy
Happy snorkeler
Happy snorkelers on Harek

Take Home Unforgettable Memories

Return home with a deepened understanding of Norway's orcas and plenty of stories to share.

Also, footage. Lots of footage!

Ivan in water in 2023
Ivan in dryrobe
Ivan in water in 2023

Your Underwater Orca Guide

Accompanying you on this adventure is Ivan, a seasoned freediver and whale swims guide. Read more...

440+ happy whale swim clients
260+ hours swimming with whales
Freediving Instructor & Divemaster

About the operator

The operator is the first ever to offer orca snorkeling tours in Norway, and has, since 1992, operated each season with the same captain - Olav Magne Strømsholm.

The crew led by captain Olav is a group of experienced and skilled professionals: dive instructors, boat drivers, guides, photographers, chefs and hospitality specialists, all of which have worked multiple seasons in Northern Norway and elsewhere (Svalbard, Antarctica, Tonga). The crew speaks English, French and Norwegian/Swedish.

Frequently Asked Questions

Have more questions? Get in touch!