Downtown Akureyri Whale Watching Tour
About this activity
Highlights
- Explore Eyjafjordur's rich marine life
- Spot humpback and minke whales
- Enjoy panoramic fjord views
- Learn from expert naturalist guides
- Experience a comfortable boat ride
Full description
Included / Excluded
- Guided whale-watching boat tour
- Hot beverages onboard
- Expert naturalist guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
Meeting point
Start Location
Elding hvalaskoðun Akureyri, Akureyri, Iceland
Important information
Know before you book
- Check the weather forecast before booking, as tours may be affected by adverse conditions.
- Confirm the tour's availability and operating hours for your chosen date.
- Be aware that sightings of whales are not guaranteed, as they are wild animals.
Know before you go
- Dress warmly in layers to stay comfortable during the boat ride.
- Bring a camera to capture the breathtaking views and wildlife encounters.
- Wear non-slip footwear for safety on the boat.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Accessibility
- Stroller Accessible
- Service Animals Allowed
- Easy Public Transport
Good to know
- Please note that weather in Iceland is unpredictable and that the tour can be cancelled on short notice due to unfavourable conditions at sea.
- 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.
Traveler reviews
Expecting to see...
Expecting to see whales....but it was very hard....at least we saw 3/4 times whales during last 90 minutes. The guide was not always heard from the outside.
A great crew that are passionate about whales
With whale watching it is never a forgone expectation that you will see them. Our expectation was that this area had a lot of whales. Fortunately, we did manage to see 1 whale. The crew was excellent, passionate and well studied. I really appreciated how they kept us engaged and answered our questions. The boat was full sometime making it difficult to get a good view. Again the crew did manage to find spots. I didn’t realize how far we traveled in the first two hours. It took us the entire 3rd hour and then some to get back to the dock I would recommend this tour.
We saw whales but...
The boat we were on was very spacious with a small concession with inside, covered seating. We did see some whales on the tour. Most of the guests stayed outside to watch for the whales. Laws in Iceland regarding marine life are very different than in North America. We watched another tour boat literally chasing one of the whales. That was a bit disturbing to us. Our boat did not engage in the chase.
Two whales spotted and had a nice afternoon
The reception in the shop was already pleasant. My daughter was afraid of seasickness. But nothing bothered her. 2 whales were soon spotted, and we stayed close to that for a long time. Wonderful to see them fishing. Of course, you can see them best outside, and to avoid cold and wetness, you can easily borrow overalls. Nice and warm! The guide could tell nicely, especially at the times when there was nothing to see. We enjoyed it!
A Whale of a Time
It was a great experience. The guide really knew her business and was very informative. Whales were very cooperative, and appeared as promised.