Watch sperm whales in Andenes, on the Vesteralen coast of Arctic Norway, where the deep Bleik Canyon comes close to shore. Bull sperm whales feed here year-round in the cold, rich water, and because the canyon is so near the harbour, summer trips reach the whales quickly with near-guaranteed sightings. Tours run from the Andenes whale centre and museum, best from June to August.
Watch sperm whales in Andenes, on the Vesteralen coast of Arctic Norway, where the deep Bleik Canyon comes close to shore. Bull sperm whales feed here year-round in the cold, rich water, and because the canyon is so near the harbour, summer trips reach the whales quickly with near-guaranteed sightings. Tours run from the Andenes whale centre and museum, best from June to August.
Up to 90% sighting chance in Andenes / Vesterålen (Norway). Best months: June, July, August.
The main summer season runs May to mid September, best June to August. A winter season also runs roughly January to April.
Yes, near guaranteed in summer. The Bleik Canyon lies just offshore, so bull sperm whales feed close to the harbour year-round.
About 1,690 Norwegian kroner per adult (2026 prices), usually including entry to the Andenes whale museum and guiding.
Roughly 3 to 4 hours, thanks to the short distance from the harbour to the whale grounds.
