11. Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík
4.9· 505 reviews· 2 hoursA 2-hour whale watching tour on a speedy RIB boat from the town of Húsavík, The Whale Capital of Iceland.! The RIB boats seat a maximum of 12 passengers per boat, each with an expert whale watching guide and captain on board. Each passenger gets a warm overall, a life jacket and raincoat (if needed). The focus is on small group tours, eliminating competition for the best view on board.
22. Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat
4.7· 173 reviews· 2 hoursLeave 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.
33. Húsavík Whale Watching Tour with Heated Indoor Seating
4.7· 151 reviews· 3 hoursWelcome to our small, family run, whale watching business in Húsavík – the whale-watching capital of Iceland. With over 30 years of experience sailing these pristine waters, we are dedicated to providing you with an unforgettable adventure. Our team of passionate whale watching experts ensures that every tour is tailored to our guests needs, offering a unique opportunity to witness majestic whales in their natural habitat. We pride ourselves on our whale watching approach, strictly following the Icelandic Code of Conduct for Responsible Whale Watching, in order to respect and minimise any disturbance to these magnificent creatures. Join us for a truly authentic and sustainable whale watching experience that only decades of expertise and a deep love for the ocean can offer.
44. Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri
4.6· 994 reviews· 3 hoursExperience the incredible humpback whales in Iceland's longest fjord, Eyjafjörður, aboard our specially modified sightseeing boat. This is a family friendly and great value whale watching tour, operated all year round from Akureyri, North Iceland. Elding Whale Watching Akureyri is an environmentally friendly company and recognised worldwide for its environmental efforts. Our mission and goal is to minimise the operational impact on the environment while offering an unforgettable experience at sea. We abide by a code of conduct for responsible whale watching, ensuring the wellbeing of the wildlife in our waters.
55. Traditional Whale Watching from Húsavík by Local Family Company
4.4· 395 reviews· 3 hoursSail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay Discover whales and Icelandic wildlife with knowledgeable local guides Stay warm in safety overalls provided by the crew Choose a truly locally owned family company in Húsavík
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