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15 Best Akureyri Whale Watching

The whale fleets of the north: classic ships from downtown Akureyri, RIB expresses up Eyjafjordur and the Husavik runs that add puffin colonies in season. The fjord’s humpbacks feed close; the success rates here read like typos.

2.Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Experience Iceland’s stunning marine wildlife on a 3-hour whale watching cruise from Akureyri. Spot humpbacks, enjoy expert guides, and stay warm with included gear.

★ 4.5

“I would highly recommend this. I have been whale watching a few times and in this one we saw by far the most ever. Amazing creatures and a great few hours!”

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3.Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík

Experience close-up whale sightings and puffins on a small RIB boat from Húsavík. Enjoy expert guides, cozy gear, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.

★ 5.0

“Overall fun experience even though we took the 9am tour which was the first tour of the day hoping to see Whales, but only saw a few fins, not that exciting. Very cold, wet and rough waters getting out there so expect to get wet!…”

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4.Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

Join a 2-hour RIB speedboat whale watching tour from Akureyri, Iceland, to see humpbacks and marine life up close amid stunning mountain scenery.

★ 4.8

“Very happy to see several whales. Our crew was upbeat and professional in warning us there were no guarantees but the bottom line is they delivered! The smaller ribbed boats were quick to change locations for best viewings and we could not believe how close…”

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5.Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

Experience Iceland's wildlife on a 2-hour speedboat tour from Húsavík. Spot whales, puffins, and enjoy expert guides in a thrilling, intimate setting.

★ 5.0

“Best whale watching experience ever! It helped that the weather was perfect so the water was calm. The RIB was able to get within about 300 yards of a whale slapping his tail on the water! What a show!”

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6.Traditional Whale Watching from Húsavík by Local Family Company

Experience Iceland’s marine wildlife with a 3-hour whale watching tour from Húsavík on a traditional oak boat, guided by expert locals for authentic adventure.

★ 4.5

“Great experience. We saw two whales that put on a show for about an hour. Fabio and his team did a great job pointing out where to find the whales and explaining the basics of these beautiful creatures.”

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7.Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Experience Iceland’s whale-watching from Husavik aboard a traditional oak ship, with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and cozy refreshments.

★ 4.5

“Amazing!! We had warm weather the week we were in Iceland so we had excellent conditions to go see the whales! The water was also very calm and flat! We got to see a number of whale come up and one even went just behind…”

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8.Akureyri: Whale Watching Shore Excursions

Experience the thrill of whale watching in Iceland from Akureyri with a 2.5-hour boat tour. See humpbacks, dolphins, and seabirds in comfort and style.

★ 4.6

“We had so much fun whale watching! Our guide was very knowledgeable and gave us a lot of opportunities to see the whales. We ended up seeing 4+ humpbacks! Highly recommend this activity.”

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9.100% Whale Watching

Experience Iceland’s marine wildlife on a 2.5-hour whale watching tour from Hauganes. Spot humpbacks, dolphins, and more with expert guides in comfortable safety gear.

★ 5.0

“We had a wonderful time and would really recommend this company. The guide was so interesting and funny and we greatly appreciated the hot coffee and homemade snacks. Within minutes of getting on the water, we saw a humpback and we stayed with it for…”

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11.Húsavík Whale Watching Tour, family owned and operated

Experience the best of Iceland’s marine life on a family-owned whale watching tour from Húsavík. Expect expert guides, close whale sightings, and stunning scenery.

★ 4.5

“Incredible experience! The crew was nice, friendly and passionate about whales. Mada explained a lot of interesting facts about whales. Seeing them in their habitat was amazing. Thanks!!! I definitely recommend it!”

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12.Whale Watching in Husavik

Experience the thrill of spotting whales in Iceland’s Skjálfandi Bay on a 3-hour tour from Húsavík, with expert guides, stunning wildlife, and cozy amenities.

★ 4.5

“Amazing boat trip to see whales! The boat is very comfortable and the give you a suite so you dont feel cold. U can see whales very close and the landscape is incredible. The team is very professional and kind. Lovely time :)”

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13.Original Carbon Neutral Whale Watching Tour from Húsavík

Experience Iceland’s wildlife responsibly with this carbon-neutral whale watching tour from Húsavík. Spot humpbacks and minke whales on a sustainable cruise.

★ 4.5

“Behövde byta startort med kort varsel. Vilket innebar 1,5 Tim i bil. Båten gick i princip bara ur hamnen och kryssade runt. Förvisso fick vi se knölval, vilket väl gjorde att de inte tyckte det var mening med att resa ut längre. Kunde varit längre…”

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14.Diamond Circle Myvatn Waterfalls, and Husavik from Akureyri Tour

Discover Iceland’s stunning natural wonders with this full-day tour from Akureyri, including waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and a charming fishing village.

★ 4.0

“Excellent tour operator! Punctual, organized, knowledgeable, and entertaining. This was one of the best tours we have ever experienced.”

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15.Whales and Puffins Tour from Husavik

Experience Iceland’s wildlife on this 3.5-hour Husavík tour, featuring puffin colonies and whale sightings, guided by expert locals for a memorable adventure.

★ 4.5

“Great! Saw whales, dolphins and puffins. Got info on the bay and the animals and was provided with hot chocolate. Very informative and cool experience.”

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Fjord humpbacks and a diamond circle of falls and craters.