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Norway Orca Search
4 DAYS HOTEL NORWEGIAN NATURE AND KILLER WHALE SAFARI
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DATES AND PRICES in £s per adult
4 days from London Fri-Mon REF:ANO 2008 deps Flight Inc Land Only 975 649 07 Nov-10 Nov 975 649 14 Nov-17 Nov 975 649 21 Nov-24 Nov 975 649 28 Nov-01 Dec 975 649 05 Dec-08 Dec 1075 675 **23 Dec-27 Dec 1025 675 *30 Dec-02 Jan 2009 deps Flight Inc Land Only 999 675 06 Nov-09 Nov 999 675 13 Nov-16 Nov 999 675 20 Nov-23 Nov 999 675 27 Nov-30 Nov 999 675 04 Dec-07 Dec 999 675 *23 Dec-26 Dec 999 675 *30 Dec-02 Jan Land Only tour: 4 days - start Evenes day 1 (Fri), end Evenes day 4 (Mon) * Variations in departure days; ** 5 days in duration. Single Room Option: £135* see p34 for details. These are guide prices, see p37 for details.
Between October and January each year the waters of Tysfjord in northern Norway play host to killer whales hunting shoals of herring. In 2007 far less herring that ever before entered the fjord and therefore the Orcas, being fewer in number and more dispersed, were harder to spot. However, the magic of Tysford, with its dramatic snow-capped peaks, the chance to see huge eagles swooping down to catch fish, the dramatic Aurora Borealis that, weather permitting, lights up the night sky and the possibility on our Orca safari to witness the amazing spectacle of killer whales hunting in their natural environment has reinforced our commitment to continue offering this remarkable weekend of adventure.
Killer Whale Search After a lecture from our specialist whale guide we board our boat and head into the splendid isolation of
Tysfjord. We keep our eyes peeled for the distinctive, tall dorsal fins of the Orca and the giveaway flocks of seabirds and Fish Eagles that follow the whale pods. In 2006 99% of our passengers saw killer whales, however in 2007 this number dropped to 57%. It is almost impossible to predict what the 2008 season will bring, we are confident that the Orcas will return to Tysfjord but sightings will largely depend on the herring numbers. Wildlife & Wilderness Our second day at Tysfjord is free for you to choose from a number of optional trips depending on your interests. The most popular option is the opportunity (subject to availability and weather conditions) to take to the water in drysuits and, hoping we find them, snorkel amongst the Orcas. Other trips that can be organised locally by your tour leader include a hike into the surrounding hills to spot local wildlife such as elk, fishing trips and sea kayaking.
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Itinerary Day 1 Fly London/Evenes; bus and ferry to Tysfjord. 2 Whale watching by boat with specialist guide; optional Aurora Borealis safari by boat or minibus (subject to clear skies). 3 Free day; choice of snorkelling with Orcas, a Zodiac safari, whale watching from a larger vessel, hiking and sea kayaking (all optional). 4 Ferry and bus to Evenes; fly London. Accommodation & Meals: 3nts hotel; 3 breakfasts & 3 dinners included. See p34-35. Mode of Travel: Bus/Ferry/Boat. Comment: This tour offers the chance to search for killer whales in their natural environment as well as enjoy the spectacular, and ever surprising, beauty and nature of Tysfjord. As with any wildlife tours, we are unable to guarantee Orca sightings. All equipment and protective clothing (for Zodiac safari) is provided. To guarantee a place on a snorkelling excursion, this must be requested at time of booking. Tour Staff & Support: Explore Leader plus specialist whale guide/Zodiac pilot. Group Size: Approx. 10 to 14.
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