Tromsø to Sommarøy Islands tour: Arctic fjords and lunch

Cross the Arctic bridge to Sommarøy’s hidden beaches and watch for seals and eagles

A guided day tour from Tromsø crosses to Kvaløya and the Sommarøy Islands, stopping at two fjord viewpoints before reaching white sand beaches and turquoise water. The guide leads photo stops in the Kaldfjord and Ersfjordbotn, points out Arctic wildlife, and you walk freely on Sommarøy before lunch and hot drinks served on the beach. The tour runs 5.5 hours and returns to Tromsø by late afternoon.

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Fjord tour, lunch not included 10:00 Guide in English or Spanish Travel by minibus or minivan. Departure point: Scandic Ishavshotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø, Norway

Summer tour of the Tromso Arctic Fjords and Islands, including lunch 10:00 Guide in English or Spanish Scandic Ishavshotel: the guide waits beside the hotel's main entrance. Meeting point: Scandic Ishavshotel, Fredrik Langes gate 2, 9008 Tromsø, Norway

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Step-by-step itinerary

Arctic fjords and Sommarøy islands tour

• Depart Tromsø to Kvaløya
• Photo stop at Kaldfjord
• Photo stop at Ersfjordbotn Fjord
• Visit Sommarøy Islands, walk and lunch
• Return to Tromsø with panoramic views

Stops and time spent at each 2 stops

1. Ersfjordbotn 20m
2. Sommaroy 1h 20m

What’s included

• Guide in English or Spanish.
• lunch served on the beach in Sommarøy.
• hot Norwegian drink.
• photo stops at the Kaldfjord and Ersfjordbotn fjord.
• free walking time on the Sommarøy Islands.

Times

• Every day 10:00

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Before you book

Group Up to 16

Live guide English and Spanish Another language? ›

Meeting point and pickup No hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

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Ages Adult (18 to 80 years) · Child (6 to 17 years) · Under 6: can't be booked

Cancellation and refunds Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund. It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

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The experience

The route starts in Tromsø and crosses the bridge to Kvaløya, where reindeer roam openly across the landscape. Two photo stops follow: the Kaldfjord offers panoramic views and a chance to spot sea eagles or reindeer. The Ersfjordbotn fjord delivers another vantage point into the Arctic terrain. The guide narrates throughout, and wildlife sightings are common enough that the itinerary lists them as part of the day.

Sommarøy itself is the destination's centerpiece. The islands have white sand beaches and turquoise water: a visual contrast to the darker fjord landscape you've crossed. You walk freely on the site, which means time to explore at your own pace, photograph, and absorb the scale of the place. Lunch is served right on the beach in front of the Arctic sea, along with a hot Norwegian drink. If weather turns, the meal moves indoors but stays in the Sommarøy area. The return journey to Tromsø takes in more panoramic views and another window for wildlife watching.

The tour runs 5.5 hours total. A live guide speaks English or Spanish. Children are welcome from age 6. If you're arriving by cruise ship at Breivika Port, pickup and return happen directly there. Otherwise, the meeting point is central Tromsø.

Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Spanish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (6 to 17 years). Children under 6 can't be included in the booking.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

Can I see reindeer and sea eagles on this tour?

Reindeer walk freely on Kvaløya at the start of the route, and sea eagles often appear during the photo stops in the Kaldfjord and Ersfjordbotn fjords. The guide watches for wildlife throughout, and sightings are common enough that they're part of the itinerary, though not guaranteed on every departure.

What is Sommarøy actually like when you get there?

Sommarøy is a cluster of islands with white sand beaches and turquoise water: a stark shift from the darker fjord landscape you've traveled through. Fishing villages sit scattered across the islands in harmony with the terrain. You walk the site freely, so you set the pace for exploring and photographing.

Is lunch included, and what kind of food is it?

Lunch is included and served on the beach in front of the Arctic sea in Sommarøy. You get a sandwich or local soup, plus a hot Norwegian drink. If weather is severe, the meal moves to an indoor location but stays in the Sommarøy area.

How much time do you spend actually on Sommarøy?

The tour is 5.5 hours total from Tromsø. Sommarøy itself is the main stop where you walk freely, photograph and eat lunch. The other time is spent crossing Kvaløya, stopping at the two fjord viewpoints, and returning to Tromsø.