Akureyri Whale Watching: Discover Oceanic Marvels

3 Hours Round trip from Special Tours Easy pace

The journey

Trip highlights
  • 01 Cruise through Eyjafjörður fjord from Akureyri Harbour
  • 02 Look for humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises
  • 03 Enjoy panoramic views of mountains, coastline, and bird life
  • 04 Travel on a comfortable vessel with indoor and outdoor viewing areas
  • 05 Stay warm with flotation overalls and heated indoor cabins
  • 06 Benefit from expert guidance throughout the tour
  • 07 Free WiFi and onboard restrooms available
  • 08 Join another tour free of charge if no whales or dolphins are spotted

Set out from Akureyri Harbour for a memorable whale watching cruise in the beautiful Eyjafjörður fjord. This experience offers the chance to spot humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, and other marine wildlife in the waters of North Iceland, all while enjoying dramatic mountain and fjord scenery.

Travel aboard a comfortable vessel with indoor seating, large viewing windows, and outdoor viewing areas for the best possible perspective. Warm flotation overalls, heated indoor cabins, onboard restrooms, free WiFi, and complimentary seasickness tablets help make the journey comfortable in changing Icelandic conditions.

Guided by an expert crew, this tour combines wildlife encounters with fascinating insight into the marine environment. If no whales or dolphins are seen during your trip, you may join another whale watching tour free of charge.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 3 Hours
Tour type Shared
Activity level Easy
Accommodation Not included
Transport Not included
Wheelchair access Not applicable
City Akureyri
Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1
Day 01

Special Tours Akureyri Ticket Office

Check Tour Status:
Prior to arrival, check the tour status in the Daily Diary. Stay informed about any updates or changes.

Meeting Point:
Arrive at the Special Tours ticket office in Akureyri Harbour. Please arrive at least 30 minutes before departure for check-in and boarding.

Boarding:
Meet our crew at Akureyri Harbour and board our comfortable whale watching vessel before departure.

Embarkation:
Board our vessel equipped with warm overalls and enjoy comfortable indoor seating with large viewing windows.

Sail into Eyjafjörður Fjord:
Depart from Akureyri Harbour and cruise into the beautiful Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland and a fantastic location for whale watching.

Wildlife Watching:
Keep an eye out for Humpback whales, Minke whales, White-beaked dolphins, Harbour porpoises, and other marine wildlife commonly found in North Icelandic waters.

Scenic Views:
Enjoy breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains, peaceful fjord landscapes, and abundant bird life along the coastline.

Onboard Amenities:
Take advantage of complimentary seasickness tablets, warm flotation overalls, heated indoor cabins, onboard restrooms, and free WiFi.

Tour Duration:
The Whale Watching Akureyri tour lasts approximately 2-2,5 hours.

Return to Harbour:
Conclude the tour by returning to Akureyri Harbour.

Optional:
If no whales or dolphins are spotted during your tour, you may join another whale watching tour free of charge.

Please note:
The itinerary may be adjusted depending on weather conditions and wildlife sightings to ensure the best possible experience.

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map
Round trip from Special Tours 1 city · 3 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

  • 2-2.5 hours Whale Watching tour
  • Expert and professional guides
  • Complimentary ticket for a second tour if no sightings occur
  • Warm flotation overalls
  • Enjoy free WiFi on board
  • Relax in heated indoor cabins featuring convenient toilet facilities
  • Complimentary seasickness tablets available

What's Not Included

  • Snacks and beverages, available for purchase on board

Know before you go

  • Kindly join us directly at Akureyri 600, at the Special Tours ticket office, 30 minutes before departure.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point
Special Tours, Oddeyrarbót 1, Akureyri, Iceland, Akureyri
Tour start
Special Tours, Oddeyrarbót 1, Akureyri, Iceland, Akureyri
Tour ends at the same location as the start point.
End of the journey

Your 3 hours finish where they began, in Special Tours.

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