Bird Safari

With sailboat or kayak

We offer the silent approach: Using the sailboat and kayak, we can approach the birds in their natural habitat without disturbing them.

INCLUDED
  • Food onboard, Kayak, guide, snacks
DURATION:
6 hours

MEETING POINT:
Arctic Ocean Lodge


Only a short sail from the Arctic Ocean Lodge we can find a wide range of exotic birds such as White-tailed Eagles, Pink-footed Geese, Redshank, Red-breasted Mergansers, Barnacle Geese, Velvet Scoters, Eiders and many different types of wetland birds. If the wind allows it, we sail all the way for an hour towards Åholmen Nature Reserve and set anchor nearby. From here, we drop the kayaks and approach slowly and peacefully and watch the birds as closely as possible without disturbing them.

Our main priority will always be to avoid harassing the birds in any way so that we can keep observing the amazing wildlife northern Norway has to offer - with a clear conscience.  

Observing undisturbed wildlife is quite unique; you get to see what the birds are doing when they behave naturally and do not have to consider your presence as a potential danger.

We will see birds interacting with each other; courting, fighting between themselves, hunting, chasing, mating, singing, and much more! Nature truly comes alive when you take the time to observe and maintain a quiet presence. Our sail and kayak tours will leave you feeling even more enchanted by the natural world. 

About
Arctic Ocean Lodge

Arctic Ocean Lodge is situated in Northern Lofoten on the island of Andøya, Vesteralen, 300km north of the Arctic Circle in Norway, where every 6 months the Northern Lights swap places with the Midnight Sun. A former historical fishing and trading post right on the water, Arctic Ocean Lodge has been converted into a charming lodge with all the modern amenities on-site. Accommodation is available in 3 separate buildings with privacy or community for groups from 2 to 30 people. There are docking facilities on-site for up to 10 boats with safe anchorage in all weather conditions as well as water and electric available. In addition to comfortable single, double, and triple rooms, Arctic Ocean Lodge offers waterfront wood-burning hot tubs, a private polar plunge beach, a restaurant with a stone pizza oven, and a full-service bar. You can just rest at your new home and admire the stunning fjord views or you can start a mountain hike right outside the door, go fishing with our motorboat, learn how to sail on our classic Norwegian sailing expedition vessel, try dog sledding/carting and meet the huskies at the adjacent farm, or do a yoga session on the porch/loft. Arctic Ocean Lodge is a short 20-minute drive to Risoyhamn Hurtigruten Pier and 1 hour from Andenes Airport and Sortland Bus Station. We can arrange transportation for group arrivals.

We are open all year round and are committed to exceeding expectations. The Amundsen Bar opens up for the public end June 2024. 

We aim to develop in a sustainable manner as much as possible with a minimum environmental footprint. Please visit our webpage and click on the Sustainability banner for details. 

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