We drive guided tours in Vesterålen after the moose all year. As the largest and heaviest species in the deer family, the moose is an animal encounter to remember. Each season is different as we have described below.
Autumn:
Rut season! Chances to see the biggest bulls with fully grown antlers in autumn colors and beautiful landscape. If we’re lucky we find bulls fighting or chasing after cows.
At this time of year the main tours start early in the morning or evening. As the light always changes here in the north the start up times also change the later into autumn we get.
We highly recommend the 4 hour tours or more as we go to the area with the biggest bulls. If you just want to see a moose, 3 hours are perfect.
Don't get fooled by some rain.
Winter:
In the winter we have the tours at daytime or at night under the northern lights. The moose blend perfectly into the snowy landscape. In early winter the bulls still have their antlers.
We recommend combining moose safari with a northern lights chase this time of year. The guide got gear to film you and the moose under the northern lights that you will get after the tour. Winter is also the best time of year to look for moose during the day. Moose in the winter wonderland landscape is a great experience.
Spring:
The time of year when all animals start to move around and all migrating birds are returning. Moose are more active and move from winter grounds to summer grounds. At this time it's not unusual to find moose swimming or in more uncommon areas.
Just as in autumn, start up times change as the light changes. From may we have the midnight sun and the recommended tours are late evening, night and early morning.
Summer:
Moose calves are born in june and early july and are the main target these months. The bulls are starting to grow their antlers and late summer they are an amazing sight.
Midnightsun means daylight 24/7 and our tours run at night.
We are open for tours during the day but the chances of a close-up encounter is less.
By choosing longer tours you will get the chance to see more moose and in different kinds of landscapes and situations. We highly recommend a tour for 4 hours or more, especially in late summer for the chance to see the biggest bulls.
We in Vesterålen Tours spend a lot of time looking for the moose. We know many of them well and can read their body language very well.
Lastly, don't get fooled by the weather/forecast, the moose does not care about the weather.
Combine Moose & Eagle safari:
We have set up a 6 hour route for both moose and eagles. If less time is used we will reduce the price as you see in pricelist under.
This tour is only by car.
Booking:
E-mail: booking@vtours.no
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Prices pr pers:
2 hours URBAN - 1350 NOK
3 hours - 1500 NOK
4 hours - 1750 NOK
6 hours - 2500 NOK
8 hours - 3250 NOK
Minimum 2 persons / Max 7 persons
For bigger groups - contact us!
Children:
1-3 years: Free
4-7 years: 50%
*NEW -You can now join a non-private/open tour from Sortland. These tours will be for small groups 1-7 persons. Prices are 1350,- pr person for this trip and will last for 3 to 5 hours depening on how much searching we have to do. You can read more about these tours here!
Or use the booking button under to do the booking online:
*These tours are by car and we will only be walking in some cases if you want to. These tours are suitable for anyone. No hiking needed.
*These tours are private, that means you/your group/family will be alone with the guide/guides
*The guide will take pictures and send them to you after the tour is done.
*There are chances to see other animals and beautiful landscapes on these tours as well, just let us know when to stop and watch or take extra pictures.
*In the winter we got camera gear for photographing and filming the moose in the dark, even under the northern lights.
You are able to taste Moose or Reindeer sausages snacks on this tour for free - and buy packs if you want to bring some home with you.
We also got Moose Antlers for sale, contact us.
FAQs
Moose can be seen throughout the state, but their population is greatest in the Western Lakes and Mountains, The Kennebec Valley, The Maine Highlands, and Aroostook County. The best times to spot them are at dusk and dawn from mid-May through July and again in the fall during their breeding season.
What month are moose most active? ›
What months are they most active? Mid-May through July and again in the fall (mating season) are the best times of year to see moose. Be very careful driving at any time, but especially at night.
What time of year do moose have antlers? ›
Only the males or “bulls” have antlers. Most male calves develop a hair-covered, bony protuberance by the end of summer that persists through their first year. Following this initial development, antlers are grown each summer and shed during winter throughout the bull's life.
Are moose active in April? ›
So what's the best time to see moose? The short answer is any time between April and September.
What town in Maine has the most moose? ›
Moose can be seen throughout the state, but their population is greatest in Aroostook County.
What time of year do you see moose in Maine? ›
Although moose can be seen all year-round, May to mid-July is the best time to spot them, but if you're really itching to see an antlered bull September and October is the best time.
What time of year are you most likely to see a moose? ›
Moose are seen the most in late spring and early summer, from May to July, and during the fall, around September and October. In the spring, moose typically feed in wetland areas. This is also the time of year when calves leave their mothers and may look for new areas to live, Kantar says.
What season are moose most aggressive? ›
During the fall mating season in late September and October, termed the rut, bull moose may be aggressive toward humans. In late spring and summer, cow moose with young calves are very protective and will attack humans who come too close.
Are there moose in Bar Harbor, Maine? ›
A visit to Maine's coast is not quite complete without visiting our moose tours near Bar Harbor. For moose to live on Maine's rocky coast is not impossible, but unlikely. Instead moose live in the woodlands and forests of the Maine highlands.
What is a female moose called? ›
A female Moose is called a Cow Moose and is slightly smaller than a Bull Moose. A baby Moose is called a Calf, and are typically born in late Spring. Moose are the largest member of the deer family. They have large antlers which can weigh up to 40 pounds, and measure up to six feet wide.
The largest Alaska moose was shot in western Yukon in September 1897; it weighed 820 kg (1,808 lb), and was 2.33 m (7.6 ft) tall at the shoulder.
Do moose drop antlers every year? ›
During the winter season, moose shed their antlers before regrowing them in the spring. The shedding process, also known as casting, is a normal event that occurs annually for many male cervids—a group of hoofed mammals like moose, deer and elk.
What state has the most moose? ›
Alaska - the state with the highest moose population. Colorado. Idaho. Maine - which has some of the biggest populations in the lower 48 states.
How big are moose antlers in June? ›
Moose sleep on the ground, like deer, leaving beds of flat- tened vegetation, or depressions in the snow. Moose can store over 100 pounds of food in their stomachs. Each year, from April to August, bull moose grow a new set of antlers that can be as much as 4-5 feet wide and weigh 25-30 pounds.
What time do moose walk around? ›
Best Time of Day to See Moose
Moose tend to be more active in the morning and evening hours. In summer they bed down midday to keep cool during the warmest hours.
What is the best moose district in Maine? ›
Moosehead Lake Region: Moosehead Lake, located in Piscataquis County, is the largest lake in Maine. The surrounding area is renowned for its moose population, making it a popular destination for hunters.
Where is the best place to drive to see a moose? ›
For the best chance of seeing one of these massive creatures, we suggest driving the Gunflint Trail National Scenic Byway. The Gunflint Trail is a 57-mile long paved road that traverses the heart of moose country. Moose thrive in boggy lowlands where they can stay cool and have plenty of food available.
Where am I most likely to see a moose? ›
They can often be found in areas where the forest has been recently logged or otherwise disturbed. As noted, you will often find moose near water in the summer. Beaver meadows, riparian zones and small lakes surrounded by forest are all prime moose viewing locations.
Where is the best place to see a moose in Acadia? ›
For better moose and bear sighting opportunities, head north to Katahdin Woods and Waters National Monument or some of Maine's beautiful state parks.
