Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Europe’s largest selection
Best price guarantee
Free cancellation

Description

Summary

Starts
Elding Whale Watching Akureyri
Duration
3 Hrs.
Languages
English
Difficulty
Easy
Admission
Mobile ticket

Description

Set sail on an enchanting whale-watching voyage through Eyjafjord to observe humpback whales in their summer habitat. Cruise on a state-of-the-art vessel with expansive decks for exceptional views. Choose from various departures, including a late-night cruise from June to August, for an unforgettable encounter with these gentle giants.

Travelers who have booked this whale watching tour before have rated their experience an average of 4.6 out of 5 stars in 740 reviews. The entire sailing tour lasts around 3 hours.

Reserve your preferred departure and head to the harbor in downtown Akureyri to start your whale-watching adventure. Board Iceland's high-speed vessel, specially designed for whale watching with panoramic cinema-style platforms. To ensure a comfortable journey, you'll be provided with thermal overalls, raincoats, or blankets.

Sail through Eyjafjord, Iceland's longest fjord, surrounded by majestic, snow-draped mountains. Along the way, gain insights from the onboard guides about the humpbacks frequenting these waters. Watch for humpback whales breaching and playing in their natural habitat, set against Iceland's stunning wilderness.

While onboard, enjoy the comfort of indoor and outdoor seating and avail yourself of the bar and café for snacks and drinks (at your expense). Your journey concludes with a return to Akureyri, leaving you with unforgettable memories of Iceland's marine giants.

Throughout the experience, a knowledgeable expert will guide you, offering valuable insights and information. The activity is offered in 1 language: English, welcoming English speakers of all levels.

The starting point for this whale watching tour is located in Akureyri. The exact address is Oddeyrarbót 2, 600 Akureyri, Iceland. The endpoint of the tour is located at Oddeyrarbót 2, 600 Akureyri, Iceland.

Reservations for this activity can be made for up to 15 individuals per booking. We recommend you review the "Included" and/or "Good to know" sections below for more details about the experience.

The cancellation policy for this experience is as follows: For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Transform your Iceland trip into an extraordinary adventure with this exclusive Akureyri whale-watching experience. Select your ideal travel dates and secure your place on this mesmerizing marine tour. Don’t miss out on this opportunity to connect with nature in its most breathtaking form!

Read more

Included

Professional guide
Multiple viewing platforms
Large veiwing windows
Warm overalls, raincoats or blankets on board
Overalls and blankets available to lend
Complimentary WiFi

Destinations

Akureyrarbær - town in IcelandAkureyri

Options

13:00 Classic Whale Watching
3 hour whale watching tour from downtown Akureyri on high speed, specially modified, whale watching ship.
9:00 Classic Whale Watching
3 hour whale watching tour from downtown Akureyri on high speed, specially modified, whale watching ship.
20:30 Midnight Whale Watching
3 hour Midnight sun whale watching tour from downtown Akureyri on high speed, specially modified, whale watching ship.
17:00 Classic Whale Watching
3 hour whale watching tour from downtown Akureyri on high speed, specially modified, whale watching ship.
11:00 Classic Whale Watching
3 hour whale watching tour from downtown Akureyri on high speed, specially modified, whale watching ship.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Please note that our fleet is not completely wheelchair accessible as there are steep stairs between lower and upper decks and high thresholds to get from the decks into the saloon as well as from the saloon to the toilets.
Please note that weather in Iceland is unpredictable and that the tour can be cancelled on short notice due to unfavourable conditions at sea.
Public transportation options are available nearby
Service animals allowed
This is a wildlife tour and therefore sightings cannot be guaranteed. In case of no sightings, we offer the opportunity to try again for free in either Reykjavík or Akureyri..
We abide by a code of conduct for responsible whale watching, which means that all sightings are on the wildlife's terms. We can therefore never guarantee up close encounters.
Wheelchair users are welcome to bring a foldable chair onboard our bigger boats, but if possible, please contact us well in advance as we may need to assist with boarding.

Similar tours

Link to appstore phone
Install Europe’s biggest travel app

Download Europe’s biggest travel marketplace to your phone to manage your entire trip in one place

Scan this QR code with your phone camera and press the link that appears to add Europe’s biggest travel marketplace into your pocket. Enter your phone number or email address to receive an SMS or email with the download link.