The original Whale Watching from Akureyri : Experience the Highest Sighting Success Rates in Northern Iceland!
Highlights of the tour
- Whale Watching Tour
- Eyjafjörður
About Tour
Join our expert whale watching guides for an unforgettable 2.5 to 3.5-hour tour of Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord. Our knowledgeable guides will share insights about the local wildlife, environmental issues, history, and the stunning fjord landscape. Plus, you’ll have the opportunity to capture beautiful moments, as we provide photos from the tour after you return.
We operate our tours on three spacious boats, specifically designed for safe whale watching in Iceland. Our largest vessel is the only high-speed, specially modified whale watching ship in the country, accommodating up to 200 passengers. With “cinema-style” viewing platforms, you’ll enjoy breathtaking views and swift access to wherever the whales are spotted. The boat features ample indoor and outdoor seating, a bar, and a cafeteria, ensuring a comfortable experience even in challenging weather conditions.
Included
- Expertly guided whale watching tour in the Eyjafjörður Fjord aboard a specially designed vessel
- Warm overalls provided for your comfort during the tour
What to bring
- Warm and waterproof jacket and pants
- Hiking boots
- Headwear
- Gloves
Meeting Point
Ticket Office by the floating pier next to the big round building “HOF Cultural Centre” in downtown Akureyri.
FAQ
Most frequent questions and answers
The meeting point for the tour is at Akureyri Harbor.
Address: Oddeyrarbót 2, 600 Akureyri, Iceland
You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 15 minutes before scheduled departure.
If the tour gets cancelled due to weather you can choose between rescheduling the tour for another departure or receiving a full refund.
Free cancellation up to 1 day before the tour. If you cancel within 1 day notice, a 100% fee will be charged.
However, we always ask you to cancel the tour as soon as possible so we can adjust the schedule for the day depending on how many people will be joining the tour.
The boat has plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, toilets and bar/cafeteria.
We have almost 100% sightings on this tour. However, if you don’t see whales on the tour you can reschedule the tour free of charge for the next available day.
You can choose between rescheduling the tour in Akureyri or Reykjavik.
Yes, and you definitely should! The setting on the tour is full of amazing, scenic views.
This is, of course, a personal choice, we have often had pregnant women on our trips. This tour is listed as easy so if you do not feel uncomfortable on a boat, this tour should be ideal for you.
If you are unfortunate enough to miss out on them on our tour, we offer you to rebook the tour free of charge on another day of your trip. You can choose between booking the new tour in Akureyri or Reykjavik.
There are plenty of free parking lots next to the meeting point of the tour.
The boat that you will go on is the only high speed whale watching ship in Iceland. Comfortable and specially designed for the area with plenty of indoor and outdoor seating, toilets and bar/cafeteria.
