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Express Whales, Eyjafjord & Akureyri

Difficulty

Moderate

Duration
2 hours
Price from

24.900 ISK

An exciting 2 Hour whale & bird watching tour with a professional and knowledgable guide, departing from the floating pier by Hof Cultural Centre in the heart of Akureyri.

A 2 Hour whale & bird watching tour starting from the floating pier at Hof Cultural Centre in Akureyri. Experience and get close to the incredible humpback whales of the Eyjafjord (the longest fjord in Iceland), starting from the capital of North, Akureyri. If you have a passion for nature and love for adventure, then this is the tour for you! 

Trip Difficulty: Moderate 
Boat capacity: 12 passengers per boat (plus captain and guide)
Duration: 2 hours. approximately

With only 12 passengers per boat we can guarantee an adventure of a lifetime on an 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 fast and small boats that will also get you quicker to the whales and cover a bigger area as we search for the wildlife, which means a bigger chance of spotting whales, dolphins and bird life with out disturbing them in their natural habitat.

NOTE: This tour is not suitable for pregnant women and those with a history of back injuries. Please consult your doctor prior to booking this tour. Passengers need to be 145 cm or taller to participate in this tour.

  • Expert live guidance
  • Warm floatable overalls
  • Neoprene gloves
  • Goggles
  • Headband (Buff)
  • Necessary safety equipment

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.

  • A 100% charge applies if canceled within 1 days of the start time.

Please note

  • 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

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