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Tromsø: Arctic Landscapes Sightseeing With Citizen Science

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Activity provider:Wandering Owl
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Tromsø: Arctic Landscapes Sightseeing With Citizen Science

Activity provider:Wandering Owl
4.5  / 5
19 reviews

From US$ 135.80 per person

Admire the landscapes, watch native wildlife, take unforgettable photos, and enjoy a picnic surrounded by nature on a day tour from Tromsø. Your trip will also contribute to scientific research in the region.

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Duration 5 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Small group
Limited to 15 participants

Experience

Highlights
  • Drive through different landscapes on the island of Kvaløya and see the fjords, mountains, beaches, lakes, forests, and small villages
  • Find the best spots for your photos
  • Spot some wildlife including reindeers, seabirds, otters, and sea eagles
  • Collect important data that contributes to our research partners projects
  • Enjoy a home-made food on a picnic in the Arctic
Full description
The tour starts with pickup from Tromsø and heads out into the natural landscape of the surrounding fjords to the west side of the city. Immerse yourself in the stunning scenery around you and experience what the arctic wilderness has to offer - meanwhile contributing to scientific data collection! First stop is Kvaløya, one of Norway’s biggest and most beautiful islands. Here, take advantage of the viewpoint to admire the breathtaking landscapes of the fjords, mountains, beaches, lakes, forests, and small villages in the countryside of Tromsø. Listen to your guide talk about the native flora and fauna of the region and watch out for the variety of wildlife that lives here including otters, reindeer and sea birds. When you’ve built up an appetite from your wilderness exploration, enjoy a picnic in the peaceful atmosphere surrounded by the stunning views and sounds of nature. During the activity, we'll stop by the water and educate you on our ongoing micro-plastics project. Once you understand the scientific method we are following, we go together to the sand and put the method and knowledge into practice. We'll collect data samples together and the data will be collected and shared with our research partners. This data is important as it will be used to inform policy makers and research institutions about plastics in our oceans. Come with us and your vacation in Northern Norway will contribute to the fight against micro plastics!
Includes
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • All equipment needed for the scientific data collection
  • Souvenir photos via email after the tour
  • Home-made food, vegetarian and vegan options are available
  • Hot drinks and biscuits
  • Hotel pickup

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Pickup is in front of the Scandic Ishavshotel. Address: Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø. Your guide will pick you up in front of the main entrance. If you arrive by cruise ship in Tromsø Havn Prostneset (Quay 7 and 8 in the city centre) you can walk a very short distance and reach the meeting point which is very close by. If you arrive by cruise ship in the northern part of the city, in Breivika Harbor (Quay 20 to 25) the local partner can come and pick you up from the cruise ship dock 15 minutes earlier. While booking please precise about the name of your ship and its arrival time.

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What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes

Know before you go

  • The weather is quite unpredictable and can change fast on the coast. Wind and rainproof clothes and good shoes are recommended but not necessary
  • It’s good to take sunglasses along just incase
  • Be prepared for limited toilet possibilities, we make a gas station stop during the drive if needed but otherwise the forest serves as the toilet
  • Remember to charge the battery of your camera

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4.5 /5

based on 19 reviews

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  • Guide
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  • Transportation
    4.9/5
  • Service
    5/5
  • Organization
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Eine wunderschöne Tour über Kvaloya, entlang der Küste. Herrliche Aussichten auf Strände und Berge. Lieben Dank an unseren Guide Antony, er hat uns gut informiert und mit einer leckeren Brotzeit, am Fuße des Gletschers, verwöhnt. Auf der Rückfahrt haben wir Rentiere aus nächster Nähe beobachten können. Was für ein erlebnisreicher Ausflug. Vielen Dank Antony

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July 13, 2022

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Einen schönen Tag gehabt und ein schöne Tour. Sehr interessante Erfahrung und eine tolle Landschaft. Habe mich sehr über die Bilder und die Umgebung gefreut. Hätte nicht im Traum gedacht das es so sein wird. Ich werde von mal zu mal immer wieder stärker von tromsö und dem Rest der Welt angezogen. Dankeschön für die Erfahrung.

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July 8, 2022

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Vielen Dank für dieses wundervolle Erlebnis! Es war ein sehr spannender und eindrucksvoller Tag. Der Guide Gordon hat diesen Ausflug wirklich zu etwas ganz besonderem gemacht. Wir haben einiges zu sehen bekommen und werden den Tag nicht mehr vergessen :) in der kleinen Gruppe war es sehr angenehm. Wir hatten wirklich viel Spaß. Auch der Fahrer Andrej war sehr nett und konnte viel über die Umgebung berichten. Wir können diesen Ausflug nur weiterempfehlen!!

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July 2, 2022

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