From Svolvær: RIB Boat Lofoten Trollfjord Sea Eagle Safari
About This Experience
Head for the majestic Trollfjord on a RIB sea-eagle safari that sails through Raftsundet, home to a large population of white-tailed eagles — Northern Europe's largest bird of prey, with a wingspan up to 2.65 metres. You'll be fully kitted out first with a warm wetsuit, gloves, hat, balaclava, wind goggles or helmet, and a life jacket, so you stay comfortable at speed.
As the RIB slows near the cliffs, the guide draws the eagles in and you may watch them dive for fish just metres from the boat — an unforgettable close encounter. Between wildlife stops you'll take in steep mountains, beaches and clear blue sea, and hear stories about the area's Viking history from your bilingual guide.
Highlights
- Sail through Raftsundet by RIB to the majestic Trollfjord
- Watch white-tailed sea eagles dive for fish close to the boat
- Gear up in a warm wetsuit, gloves, hat, balaclava and wind goggles
- Admire steep mountains, beaches and clear blue Lofoten sea
- Hear stories about the area's rich Viking history
What's Included
- ✓ Bilingual guide
- ✓ RIB boat tour
- ✓ Warm wetsuit
- ✓ Gloves, hat and balaclava
- ✓ Helmet or wind goggles
- ✓ Life jacket
Not Included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
- Hotel pickup
What to Bring
- Warm base layers
- A hat and gloves for under the gear
- Sunglasses
Good to Know & Caveats
- Arrive at the Go2Lofoten office (Sjømannsgata 5, Svolvær) at least 30 minutes before departure to register and suit up.
- All warm safety gear is provided over your own clothes.
- Sea eagle feeding brings the birds close, but wildlife is never guaranteed.
Not Suitable For
- Children under 8 years
- Pregnant women
- People with back problems
Meeting Point
Go2Lofoten office, Sjømannsgata 5, Svolvær. Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for registration and to suit up.
What Travelers Say
Rated 4.9/5 by 847 verified GetYourGuide travelers.
Great guiding, lot of history and lot of eagles!👍🏻
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We really enjoyed the safari although the weather was very windy with waves up to 1.5m and rain, the guide drove excellently, we had enough time to take photos and overall rhe experience was lovely. The waves even made the boat ride more exciting :) Felt safe the whole time.
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It was a good tour and delivered on what was promised. The captain/ guide gave us information about the area as well as the sea eagles. They were white tailed eagles who lined up on the rocks to be thrown the fish. We had a lot of gear to wear which kept us warm although my suit was wet on the inside which I discovered too late. We could have got the trip at a lower price in Svolvaer.
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Frequently Asked Questions
How close do the sea eagles get?
The guides know the Raftsundet eagles well and draw them in with fish, so the birds often dive just metres from the RIB — superb for photos. Sightings are very likely though never guaranteed.
What should I wear under the wetsuit?
Warm base layers, plus a hat and gloves. You're given a warm wetsuit, balaclava, wind goggles and life jacket over the top, so you stay comfortable even at speed.
How early should I arrive?
Get to the Go2Lofoten office at Sjømannsgata 5 in Svolvær at least 30 minutes before departure so there's time to register and suit up.
