Whale Watching Adventures in Reykjavik and Akureyri
Whale Watching Adventures in Reykjavik and Akureyri
Embark on an unforgettable whale watching adventure in both Reykjavík and Akureyri! This unique combo lets you experience the majesty of whales, dolphins, and other marine life in their natural habitat in Iceland's breathtaking landscapes. With tours available year-round and lasting approximately 3 hours each, you have the flexibility to choose your preferred days. Whether you're witnessing the peak of wildlife activity in Reykjavík's summer season or enjoying the sight of Humpback whales returning to Akureyri's Eyjafjord, this experience promises unparalleled opportunities to connect with nature. Remember to confirm your dates after booking and take advantage of the wildlife guarantee for a chance to join again for free if no whales are spotted. Don't miss your chance to be part of these extraordinary journeys with Elding and its sister company Akureyri Whale Watching. For more details and to book your tour, visit our websites for Reykjavík and Akureyri.
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Are you passionate about whales, wildlife, or nature? Seize the opportunity to enhance your experience with our whale watching combo in both South and North Iceland! This unique package offers you the chance to embark on our classic whale watching tours in Reykjavík AND Akureyri. To tailor your adventure, please indicate in the 'special remarks' section the preferred dates for each tour. For an optimized experience, we suggest confirming your schedule directly with our sales team after booking.
Available throughout the year, each tour lasts approximately 3 hours.
Experience whale watching in Reykjavík during the summer, where the bay becomes a bustling hub of marine life. This peak season brings minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, and humpback whales closer to the shores, offering a rare glimpse into their natural habitat. While sightings fluctuate based on food availability, our success rate stands at a remarkable 91.40%. Take this chance to witness the diverse cetacean population, including the occasional orcas and fin whales, with tour durations ranging from 2.5 to 3.5 hours (or 3 to 5 hours in winter).
In Akureyri, set sail in Eyjafjord, a haven for humpback whales that return annually for its rich feeding grounds. Our custom-renovated whale watching vessel, designed to carry 200 passengers, features 'cinema styled' viewing platforms for unparalleled views. Capable of swift speeds, we ensure that no matter where the whales are in Iceland's deepest fjord, you'll be there. The ship also boasts comfortable indoor and outdoor seating, a bar, and a cafeteria. In summer 2016, we achieved a 100% sighting success rate for humpback whales, with occasional sightings of blue whales and white-beaked dolphins. Each tour in Akureyri spans 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
For more details on classic tour departures and operating hours in Reykjavík and Akureyri, visit our websites. Plus, with our exceptional wildlife guarantee, if you don't spot a whale, you can join another tour free of charge.
*These tours are proudly operated by Elding and its sister company Akureyri Whale Watching.*
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Whale Watching Adventure in Iceland
Are you crazy about whales, wildlife or nature in general? Then why not make the most of your stay and go whale watching in South and North Iceland!
By booking this combo you have the opportunity to join our classic whale watching in Reykjavík AND Akureyri! Please make sure to write in special remarks which day you wish to do which tour - after booking the combo we recommend reconfirming with our sales team directly.
Available: All year
Duration: 3 hrs. approx. each tour
Whale Watching in Reykjavík
Summer season is great for whale watching, as the wildlife in the bay is at its highest peak. This is the time when the minke whales are at their most abundant, along with the white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises and humpback whales, giving us the chance to enjoy and understand them in their natural environment. Our sighting success on previous tours is 91.40% however the cetacean abundance is unpredictable and varies with the food availability of our shores. The most common cetacean in the area are the Minke whales, White-beaked dolphins, Harbour porpoises, Humpback whales and occasionally Killer Whales/Orcas and even Fin whales! Duration: 2,5-3,5 hrs (3-5 hrs in winter)
Whale Watching in Akureyri
Eyjafjord is home to many Humpback whales, that year after year return to the fjord for its plentiful food. Our newly renovated and specially modified whale watching ship is capable of carrying 200 persons with spectacular views from our cinema styled viewing platforms. Its speed guarantees availability of whale watching tours from Akureyri, where ever the whales might be located in the deepest fjord in Iceland. With ample indoor and outdoor seating, bar and cafeteria, you can be sure that the ride is comfortable and pleasant, even at speed. Our sighting success of Humpback whales in summer 2016 is 100% and among them there have been reports of Blue Whales and White-beaked dolphins. Duration: 2,5-3,5 hrs
Here you can find more information about our classic tours departure times and opening hours in Reykjavík and Akureyri. Remember our amazing wildlife guarantee: If you dont see a whale, you are welcome to join the tour again, free of charge!
*These tours are operated by Elding and its sister company Akureyri Whale Watching*
Itinerary
Day 1. Self Drive Whale Watching - Reykjavík to Akureyri:
Day 1. Self Drive Whale Watching - Akureyri to Reykjavík:
Inclusions & Exclusions
Inclusions
- TWO Whale Watching tours
- Excellent guidance
- Free WiFi on board
- Overalls
- Great views
Exclusions
- Special remarks request
- Reconfirmation with sales team
Important Notes
Are you passionate about whales, wildlife, or nature? Take advantage of your stay by going whale watching in South and North Iceland by booking this combo to experience our classic whale watching tours in Reykjavik and Akureyri. Remember to specify in special remarks which day you wish to do each tour and reconfirm with our sales team after booking.
- Available all year.
- Duration: Approximately 3 hours for each tour.
- Whale Watching in Reykjavik offers a high chance of sightings, especially in summer, with a 91.40% success rate on previous tours. Sightings can include minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, humpback whales, and occasionally killer whales/orcas and fin whales. Tour duration is 2.5-3.5 hours, extending to 3-5 hours in winter.
- Whale Watching in Akureyri is conducted in Eyjafjord, home to many humpback whales and offers a 100% sighting success rate in summer 2016, including blue whales and white-beaked dolphins. The tour lasts 2.5-3.5 hours on a newly renovated ship with a capacity of 200 persons, featuring cinema styled viewing platforms.
- More information on our classic tours departure times and opening hours can be found on our websites for Reykjavik and Akureyri.
- If no whales are seen, you are welcome to join the tour again for free.
- Tours are operated by Elding and its sister company Akureyri Whale Watching.