Seal safari to Ol-Svensastenarna

Meet the seals in their natural environment, on their terms. Join us for a day in the Piteå archipelago and experience the fascinating world below and above the water surface of the Gulf of Bothnia.

We start the trip at Västra Kajen in Piteå or at Pite Havsbad. Before we set off, we have a short safety briefing and go over the agenda for the day. Then we head out onto the water! During a boat trip of approximately four hours, we head out towards Ol-Svensastenarna, a place far out in the Piteå archipelago where seals like to rest on the protruding rocks.

Here, a nature experience awaits where we let the seals decide the distance. Sometimes they are curious and come closer to the boat, sometimes they keep their distance. Regardless, it is their free choice that makes the encounter special.

Our local guides will tell you about the seals, their habitat and the nature of the archipelago, while you will learn how to best observe wildlife without disturbing them.

During the tour we will have lunch on board, where you can enjoy something delicious while taking in the surrounding sea and archipelago landscape.

INFORMATION

Location: Västra Kajen, Piteå or Pite Havsbad

Time: 10:00 - 14:00

Season: June-September

Number: 4-8 people

Included:

Guided boat tour
Local guide
Seal watching
Coffee
Binoculars on board
Toilet on board
Canopy that protects against sun and rain
On-board heater

ABOUT OL-SVENSASTENARNA

Ol-Svensastenarna is located in the outer part of the Piteå archipelago. The place is characterized by open sea, barren islands and a rich wildlife. The area is part of the Storräbben Nature Reserve, a protected archipelago area with valuable natural and cultural environments. The area includes Ol-Svensastenarna, Ol-Svensakallen, Lilla Björn and Stor-Räbben.

Ol-Svensastenarna is one of the places in the area where seals can be seen resting on the rocks out in the sea.

THE SEALS DECIDE

Our seal watching is based on respectful encounters with wild animals. We never try to disturb them to get a better picture. Instead, we adapt to their behavior. If the seals want to stay on their rocks, we make it possible for them to do so. If they are curious and choose to approach the boat themselves, we get to enjoy the encounter on their terms.

So, there is no guarantee of how close the seals will get, and that's exactly how it should be.

The route, distance to the animals and how long we stay in the area is adjusted according to weather, sea conditions and the behavior of the seals.

Tip

Feel free to bring your own binoculars – binoculars are also available on board for those who want to get a closer look.