Water activity

Akureyri: 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour

Activity provider: Whale Watching Akureyri
Water activity

Akureyri: 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour

Activity provider: Whale Watching Akureyri

From US$ 93.27 per person

Eco-certified

Search for humpback whales in the longest glacier fjord in Iceland on this guided whale watching tour. Admire the natural beauty and local wildlife of Akureyri and Eyjafjord as you sail.

About this activity

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Duration 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English

Experience

Highlights
  • Climb aboard a specially-modified, high-speed whale watching ship
  • Encounter the incredible humpback whales of Eyjafjord, departing from Akureyri
  • Travel with the only environmentally-certified whale watching company in Iceland
  • Help protect and preserve the wildlife and scenery of Iceland's magnificent landscape
  • Keep up-to-date with the online whale diary and monitor sightings and conditions in the area
Full description

Experience the majestic beauty of the Eyjafjord's humpback whales and other marine life in their natural habitat on a cruise trip from Akureyri. Listen to your guide's commentary and discover how the warmth of the summer sun brings vibrant life and plenty of food for the larger-than-life mammals.  Benefit from the services of specially-trained whale watching guides who are experts at spotting the animals. Listen as they tell you about the behavior of the whales and answer any questions you may have.

Journey aboard the only specially-modified, high-speed whale watching ship in Iceland. Capable of carrying 200 people, it provides spectacular views from its cinema-style viewing platforms. Relax aboard the boat and enjoy the ample indoor and outdoor seating. Purchase drinks and snacks along the way from the onboard bar and cafeteria. Experience a pleasant and comfortable ride, even at speed, and share your adventure live on social media with free Wi-Fi.

Includes
  • Boat tour
  • Live guide
  • Use of overalls onboard
  • Wi-Fi
  • Pickup and drop-off

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Meeting point

Meet your guide at Oddeyrarbót pier, next to the Hof Cultural Center in Akureyri.

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Important information

What to bring

  • Comfortable shoes
  • Comfortable clothes
  • Weather-appropriate clothing

Know before you go

  • There is a very high chance chance of spotting local wildlife, however, the cetacean abundance is unpredictable and varies with the food available on the shores
  • If no whales or dolphins are seen on your tour, you will be offered a complimentary ticket for the classic whale watching tour, valid for 2 years in Reykjavik and Akureyri
Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.4 /5

based on 529 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.7/5
  • Transportation
    4.6/5
  • Service
    4.6/5
  • Organization
    4.7/5

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Das Boot war etwa 14m lang, also doch kleiner als erwartet und auch die Anzahl der anderen Touristen hielt sich in Grenzen. Es war ziemlich kalt als wir Mitte September gefahren sind, aber ws gab Overalls und heiße Schokolade + Tee und Kaffee zum aufwärmen! Wir haben 3 verschiedene Buckelwale gesehen. Die Tour war super! Der Anbieter Elding whale Watching ist ein Familienbetrieb und Naturschutz ist wichtig. Die Wale werden nicht verfolgt und dadurch unter Stress gesetzt. Trotzdem kamen wir sehr nah an sie. Die Tour ist zu empfehlen!

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March 28, 2023

Despite cold weather and slightly rough seas the company persevered and we found whales and saw some dives with the flukes ( tails) on show The experience from Eldon was excellent and highly recommended We opted for a cruise from Akureryi as it would be a smoother boat trip. We went to Husavik the next day hoping to do another cruise but the weather was really cold and going out in the north Atlantic was not appealing to us.

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March 28, 2023

Easy to spot them at the pier by the Hof cultural center. Big red boat. Can't miss it. They offer the warm cover-all suit and it is a good idea if you plan on standing on the deck the whole trip. Not necessary as they have a warm, comfortable cabin you can use and just pop in and out for whale sightings. Had lots of humpback sightings. Their spotter narrated throughout with info on whales, seabirds, etc. Really good excursion.

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March 28, 2023

Product ID: 69424