Arctic Fjord Cruise

General information

This tour is operated by Brim Explorer.

Join a four-hour fjord cruise from Tromsø to Ramfjorden aboard a hybrid-electric catamaran. As you leave Tromsø behind, enjoy views of colourful houses, small farms and the coastal landscape that shapes everyday life in Northern Norway. At the entrance to Ramfjorden, the vessel slows down and switches to electric propulsion, allowing you to glide quietly into the fjord.

The cruise continues towards Holman, a small island that once served as a fishing station and later as a military lookout during the Second World War. Here, the crew may deploy an underwater drone to explore life beneath the surface. Live footage is shown on screens on board, and depending on conditions, you may see starfish, kelp forests, crabs, cod and other Arctic marine life.

The boat then passes Olavsvern, a former Cold War submarine base built into the mountainside. Once a classified military facility, the base was designed to accommodate submarines and withstand potential attacks. Your guide will share stories about its history and role during the Cold War.

On the return journey, the boat passes Tromsøya and Håkøya, two islands with fascinating connections to the Second World War. Your guides will point out important landmarks and share stories about the area's wartime history, including the sinking of the German battleship Tirpitz near Håkøya.

During the final part of the cruise, you can relax in the warm indoor saloon with panoramic windows or enjoy the views from the outdoor deck before returning to Tromsø. There is also a café on board where you can purchase food and drinks.

Minimum age: No minimum age

Included:

• Four-hour fjord cruise aboard a hybrid-electric catamaran
• English-speaking guides
• Free drinking water and Wi-Fi
• Access to heated indoor saloons, outdoor viewing decks and toilets

Please bring: Warm clothing suitable for the weather, comfortable shoes, a warm hat and gloves or mittens. Feel free to bring a camera.

Number of participants: Min. 8 – max. 120

Level of difficulty: Easy

Departure times:

• February–April and September–October: Standard departure at 11:00 AM (11:00)
• February and March: Additional departures at 11:30 AM (11:30) and 12:00 PM (12:00) may be offered when the first departure is fully booked.

Meeting time and place: Please arrive 15 minutes before departure at the pier beside Skarven Kro Restaurant, Kaigata 6, Tromsø.

Duration: 4 hours

Important information:

• This is a fjord cruise, not a whale-watching tour.
• The use of the underwater drone depends on weather, sea conditions and currents and therefore cannot be guaranteed.
• Bringing your own food and drinks on board is not permitted.
• Dogs and cats are welcome on board but must be kept on a lead. Owners must be considerate of other guests.
• Guests with reduced mobility or impaired vision or hearing who require assistance are encouraged to contact Brim Explorer at [email protected] before booking.

Prices from

1290 NOK per person

• - Adult NOK 1290
• - Child 3–11 years NOK 645
• - Youth 12–16 years NOK 968
• - Student NOK 968
• - Infant 0–2 years NOK 0