Akureyri: Premium Whales & Eyjafjord
Experience and get close to the incredible humpback whales of Eyjafjord, a place full of marine life.
Description & Booking
Description
Experience getting up close to the incredible humpback whales of the Eyjafjord, starting from the capital of North Iceland, Akureyri. With only 12 passengers on each boat we can guarantee an adventure of a lifetime on this intimate whale watching tour. Our specially made RIB boats allow you to get closer to the whales and wildlife than any other boat can offer. The RIBs are small and fast boats that get you to the viewing area quickly and cover a bigger area as we search for the wildlife. This means a bigger chance of spotting whales, dolphins and bird life with out disturbing them in their natural habitat.
This ultimate tour in Akureyri operates from April to October every year, with excellent sightings of humpback whales among other species for the whole season! Nothing beats a smooth trip on the RIB with the wind through your hair as you drive up the fjord.
The Eyjaford is narrow and deep, with 60 km of sheltered waters, and just 6-10 km wide, it is absolutely perfect for our RIB boats. It is also a place of serene beauty, full of marine life and framed in by massive, glacier carved and snow capped mountains. To ride out the fjord is an adventure and photo opportunity not soon forgotten. But we are here for the whales and wildlife, and there is plenty of it. The local population, the Eyjaford humpback whales, are already becoming world famous. They cruise the fjord in summer in a feeding frenzy and reach the height of their activity when the warm summer sun shines throughout the day and night in June, July and August. They are the star of the show here, but we also occasionally spot minke whales, dolphins, harbour porpoises, seals and rarely killer whales.
If you have a passion for nature and love for adventure, this is the tour for you!
Start Points
65.683239586751, -18.085859543932
Included
- Expert live guidance
- Warm floatable overalls
- Neoprene gloves
- Goggles
- Headband (Buff)
- Necessary safety equipment
Important Information
- Only 12 person per boat with private guide and specially trained RIB boat captain.
- Visit and get closer to the majestic and playful Eyjafjord humpbacks.
- See and experience the longest fjord in Iceland, fenced in by glacier carved mountains just below the arctic circle.
- Starts from downtown Akureyri, right next to the Hof Cultural Centre.
Requirements
Dress warmly for our northern ocean, so if you have it, bring warm outdoor clothing like a wool or fleece sweater, some warm headgear and gloves. Sturdy shoes are recommended.