Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

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You can select up to 12 travelers in total.

Adult (10-65) Minimum: 1, Maximum: 12

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2 hr. Whale Watching by RIB

2 Adults x $180.00

$360.00

Approx Total

$360.00

Personal: With only 12 passengers per boat, the tour offers a semi-private experience, with our marine biologist guide and captain!
Duration: 2 hours: The tour is about 2 hrs. in total. We are quick to travel into the fjord, spending less time sailing and more time watching!
Akureyri - Eyjafjörður: The boat travels through Iceland’s longest fjord, stretching about 60 km, known for stunning landscapes and ample wildlife!
RIB boat: The Express tour can reach key whale watching areas faster, maximising the chances of spotting whales and birds!

Inclusions / Exclusions

Mobile ticket
Offered in: English
Overalls, goggles, and gloves
Professional guide
Life jackets and safety equipment
Whale guarantee (or come again for free on the classic tour)

Food and drinks
Hotel pickup and drop-off

Overview

Leave behind Akureyri for this 2-hour whale watching experience. Limited to only 12 travelers, board your boat with a guide who can answer your questions and provide personal service. Search the ocean for humpback whales and other wildlife. This tour includes all necessary safety equipment. Choose between one of four departure times when you book Elding is an environmentally friendly company and recognised worldwide for its environmental efforts. The aim, mission and goal is to minimise the operational impact on the environment while offering an unforgettable experience at sea.

Meeting points

Departure Point: The pier by the HOF Cultural Center in downtown Akureyri Address: Oddeyrarbót 2, 600 Akureyri GPS: 65°40'59.8"N / 18°05'09.1"W

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

This 2 hr. Express whale watching is a small group tour on custom made 12 seater RIB boats, that can get you closer and faster to the optimal whale watching areas. This means a bigger chance of spotting whales, dolphins and bird life with out disturbing any natural behaviours. We guarantee an intimate and up close experience with our expert guides and a fantastic time in Iceland's longest glacial fjord.

Additional Info

Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Public transportation options are available nearby
Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Minimum age is 10 years
Not recommended for seniors (over the age of 65)
Please note: You must be able to stand in your seat and fit into the provided overalls (max size 3XL) to participate in this tour
Minimum height to participate is 57 inches (145cm)
A maximum of 8 people per booking

Free Cancellation

April 25100% refund

April 26No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.

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Amazing experience

Published on Dec, 2024

It was an amazing experience and Jacob our guide was really passionate about the whales which was great! We were lucky to see three kind of whales! If you have the time to take a Whale Watching Tour in Akureyri I warmly recommend this one as it is just a small group of people and you get a lot closer to the animals than with the big boats! We surely will be back! <3

100% worth the money

Published on Oct, 2024

This was the only trip we did in Iceland that didn't leave me feeling a bit disappointed. I loved it! It was well organised, the speedboat was alot of fun, we saw many whales, one popped up practically right beside the boat, but generally we kept a respectful distance away from the whales to not disturb them, our guide Mack was great and taught us so many interesting facts about whale behaviour. The speed boat definitely felt like the right choice as we were able to get over to where the whales were just in time to watch them dive. They usually turned the boat to the side so that everyone had a great view. We were also lucky to have fantastic weather and calm seas so that obviously helped!

Great Whale Watching Experience

Published on Sep, 2024

Great experience! The guides are very knowledgeable and did a great job of spotting whales. We followed a pod of humpback whales for over an hour! Be sure to wear waterproof clothing (boots and waterproof pants, for sure), and only sit in the front of the boat if you’re a thrill seeker.

Brilliant

Published on Sep, 2024

Absolutely brilliant trip David our guide was very knowledgable and we got to see plenty of whales would highly recommend

Amazing Whale watching

Published on Sep, 2024

Thank you very much for this incredible experience! We saw 7 whales and tales. It was just amazing. Full of joy and happynes.

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