TROMSØ CATAMARAN FIELD GUIDE
Three Hours Among Tromsø’s Fjord Giants: VIP Catamaran on Arctic Princess
A small-group, three-hour fjord cruise from Tromsø aboard a luxury catamaran—useful for planning where to sit, what to wear, and what to expect.
Three Hours Among Tromsø’s Fjord Giants: VIP Catamaran on Arctic Princess.
From Tromsø’s floating jetty you slip out into a calm, granite-dominant seascape: jagged mountains and quiet islands that read like a topographic map in motion. This three-hour fjord cruise is compact by design, operated with small groups on comfortable VIP catamarans that prioritize photo vantage points, warm shelter and simple, hearty hospitality.
Highlights
Outing Highlights
Tromsø’s mountains and serene islands
The fjord route takes you past the region’s characteristic mountains and scattered islands—scenes well suited to photography and quiet observation from deck or net.
Small, VIP-focused catamarans
Arctic Princess (or Arctic Charm, depending on guest numbers) are comfortable twin-hulled vessels configured for VIP sailing, with panoramic indoor saloons and multiple outdoor vantage points.
Warm drinks and a simple hot meal
On arrival you’re offered warm coffee or tea, and later in the cruise guests are served a warm fish soup—small comforts that make the cold sea air manageable and the outing convivial.
What the day feels like
What the three-hour cruise feels like
This is a measured, intimate sail: a small group boards at Tromsø’s floating jetty, settles into choices of seating—outside lounge, foredeck net, flybridge or the panoramic saloon—and moves slowly through fjord waters framed by mountains and islets. The skipper handles the navigation while crew serve warm drinks on arrival and a hot fish soup later, leaving passengers to photograph, watch wildlife and absorb the landscape.
Suitability
Who it's for
Who this short fjord cruise suits—and who should look elsewhere.
Practical planner
Details to review before reserving
Bring warm, windproof layers: a hat and mittens and warm shoes are specifically recommended for comfort on deck.
Plan for cold, maritime weather—even in short outings—so layered clothing plus warm footwear and gloves will make the three-hour cruise more enjoyable.
Review cancellation policies before reserving.
Frequently asked questions
Planning Your Outing
How long is the cruise?
The fjord cruise lasts three hours.
Where do we meet for boarding?
Meeting is at the floating jetty on the backside of the Scandic Ishavshotel in Tromsø.
How large are the groups?
Each catamaran carries a small group, with a maximum of about 10–12 guests per boat.
Which boat will be used?
The operator uses Arctic Princess or Arctic Charm depending on how many guests have booked.
Are refreshments provided?
Warm coffee or tea is available on arrival, and later in the cruise a warm fish soup is served.