The World’s 4 Best Wildlife Boat Trips

1.Trollfjorden Wildlife RIB Cruise

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 355 reviews · 2 hours · from $125Our pick

Leave central Svolvaer with a Norwegian or English-speaking guide and follow Øyhellsundet toward steep-sided Trollfjord. The 2-hour RIB ride includes flotation suits and wildlife stops for close views of white-tailed eagles, with Skrova, beaches, and historic coastal sites along the way.

“Great and cold experience!!They provided us a warm uniform, goggles and gloves to be put on your personal ones. It was a very good experience out there! Big waves and a snow storm made it more unique and fun. Of course we got a bit wet but the scenario is breathtaking and you get to see many eagles. The duration is enough, I was exhausted and cold at the end. I suggest warmer stickers for feet and to cover very well all your face.”

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2.Zodiac Boat Whale and Wildlife 4-Hour Tour from Campbell River

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 142 reviews · 4 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

Set out from Campbell River on a four-hour Zodiac trip capped at 12 people. Your route may pass Cape Mudge Lighthouse, with chances to see whales, grizzly bears, sea lions, and other wildlife. A floater suit and light snack are included, and guide Zoe is noted for keeping a respectful distance from whales.

“Das Erleben der Wale in ihrer natürlichen Umgebung war sehr beeindruckend! Ebenso die Fahrt durch die Insellandschaft!”

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3.Campbell River: 4 Hour Whale & Wildlife Zodiac Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 133 reviews · 4 hours · from $216

Set out from Campbell River with a naturalist guide such as Gibson, Nova, or Andreus to search for whales, dolphins, seals, sea lions, and bears. The four-hour Zodiac ride includes a hydrophone, snacks, survival gear, scenic Discovery Passage, and a fast run through Devils Hole and Aaron Rapids.

“Our trip was excellent, we saw such a wide variety of whales and wildlife and Nova, our guide, really knew her stuff and was very helpful and informative. It was a trip that we will all remember for a very long time.”

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4.Dingle Boat Tours Wildlife RIB Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 122 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $108Best value

Join Dingle Boat Tours for a 2.5-hour small-group RIB ride around the Blasket Islands. Captain Declan and the crew take up to 12 people past sea caves, coves, cliffs, seals, dolphins, whales, and seasonal puffins. Expect speed, spray, rough water, and changing wildlife.

“The tour took us to see sea life and the rugged coast of Ireland!! The Blasket Island had a swarm of seals with puffins along the coast.”

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