Akureyri
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.
Discover Iceland’s humpback whales on a 3-hour guided whale watching cruise from Akureyri. Enjoy expert guides, scenic fjords, and great value for nature lovers.
Most Popular“Great as we got to see lots of whales! Guide was knowledgeable and friendly. The boat was comfortable.”
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.
“Easy to book and clear directions to meeting point, friendly staff and well organised. Saw around 12 humpback whales (identified by the guides) and spent a good amount of time watching them, was a great experience and good value for money.”
Experience close-up whale sightings and puffins on a small RIB boat from Húsavík. Enjoy expert guides, cozy gear, and breathtaking Arctic scenery.
“We had a great trip on the boat in July 2025. We saw swarms of puffins (they never got too close to us), what we think was porpoises, dolphins and a couple of humpback whales. The boat trip itself was an exciting experience - be…”
Join a 2-hour RIB speedboat whale watching tour from Akureyri, Iceland, to see humpbacks and marine life up close amid stunning mountain scenery.
“Great tour! Beautiful views, a fun ride, and an amazing whale - everything was perfect!”
Experience Iceland's wildlife on a 2-hour speedboat tour from Húsavík. Spot whales, puffins, and enjoy expert guides in a thrilling, intimate setting.
“This was an amazing tour. I highly recommend it to anybody. We had such a great time and had the opportunity to see whales and dolphins.”
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.
“Amazing hosts! The tour was an exceptional experience. We loved the boat ride, getting splashed and all. And we were lucky enough to see 6 whales!”
Experience Iceland’s whale-watching from Husavik aboard a traditional oak ship, with expert guides, stunning wildlife sightings, and cozy refreshments.
“Honest review: ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! We went on July 6 2025 at 9am. I went whale watching in Canada and Australia but this tour was far beyond better than anywhere else. The on board marine scientist was so sweet and knowleadgable. The captain was really good…”
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.
“The staff were very friendly and very informative. We were delighted to see humpback and minky whales”
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.
“Went on this whale watching tour yesterday. It was first class and I highly recommend this tour and tour guide. It was a bit of a ride to the harbour and about 25 minute boat trip to the whale area. If you haven't seen a…”
Experience Iceland’s northern coast on a small-group RIB boat tour from Akureyri, spotting whales and dolphins in their natural habitat in just 2 hours.
“Great small boat tour-saw a humpback 6-8 times. However, if there’s any wind, you’ll get wet, and the ride will be very rough.”
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.
“They are very knowledgeable about whales and where to find them and let us stay out longer to make sure that we had a good experience and got to see some whale activity”
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.
“3 hour trip, they provide a warmth layer for us since it was cold and windy. Provided hot cocoa and a bun at the end. Highly recommend saw 6 whales.”
Experience Iceland’s wildlife responsibly with this carbon-neutral whale watching tour from Húsavík. Spot humpbacks and minke whales on a sustainable cruise.
“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…”
Discover Iceland’s stunning natural wonders with this full-day tour from Akureyri, including waterfalls, volcanic landscapes, and a charming fishing village.
“Delightful tour, well timed at the stops. Operator was easy to understand, good info. Only issue was the “box lunch” was just a sandwich. I was quite peckish by the end of the tour. A piece of fruit, chips or a cookie would make it…”
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.
“Amazing Experience!! We saw a total of 9 whales!! It was beautiful day and the whales were all around the boat!! A must do!!”
Fjord humpbacks and a diamond circle of falls and craters.