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Most of today's tours were cancelled due to weather, however this sunny afternoon featured low wind but choppy seas, with minke whales appearing throughout and one calm humpback whale hunting near the boat. We were joined by thousands of seabirds, adding energy and excitement to the trip. A lovely adventure at sea despite the swell and weather!

Under calm seas and shifting skies, we spotted over 20 humpback whales (including a playful calf), 15+ minke whales, several harbour porpoises and a pod of white-beaked dolphins. The day featured breaching, spy hopping, fluke dives and pectoral slaps, with whales feeding alone and in groups. Stunning visibility and lively bird activity made this a day to remember!

On this sunny day, we encountered all four main species, with at least 10 humpback whales (including a mother-calf pair), 20+ minke whales, playful white-beaked dolphins and elusive harbour porpoises. The day was filled with breaching, fluke dives, pectoral slaps, spy-hopping and rare close encounters, especially with the calf’s curious behaviour.

Today we encountered all four main species - humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoises. Highlights included breaches, fluke dives, pec slaps, and social feeding, with several whales approaching the boats. The bay buzzed with arctic terns, gannets and puffins, completing a perfect summer day here in Faxaflói!

Today’s calm seas and light rain gave way to unforgettable encounters with breaching and feeding humpback whales, including mother-calf pairs. We also saw minke whales throughout the day, a pod of ORCAS with calves, and energetic white-beaked dolphins joining the frenzy with flocks of Northern gannets, kittiwakes, and Arctic terns circled above us!

Today we encountered 9 humpback whales throughout the day, including a mother-calf pair, feeding pairs, and breaching individuals! We also saw several minke whales, playful white-beaked dolphins in multiple pods, and quick glimpses of harbour porpoises. Seabirds like puffins and kittiwakes added to the vibrant summer atmosphere across all tours.

Today we faced wind and waves but were rewarded with incredible views of over seven humpback whales feeding together, fluke diving, and even breaching! A few shy minke whales appeared too, one even breached, and playful white-beaked dolphins joined the action. Seabirds feasted alongside the whales in a lively, nutrient rich bay under shifting skies.

Calm seas and moody skies set the stage for a spectacular day filled with humpback whales, from peaceful fluke dives to unforgettable breaching, rolling, and bubble-net feeding. We also saw playful white-beaked dolphins, a few shy but curious minke whales, and brief harbour porpoise encounters. The rich birdlife added to the vibrant summer scene at sea.

Under shifting skies and calm seas, we encountered at least 10 humpback whales showing off with fluke dives, lunge feeding, breaching, tail and pec slaps. Curious minke whales circled our boats and one even breached, while white-beaked dolphins darted around flocks of seabirds. Harbour porpoises made brief appearances, rounding out a great day.

From morning mist to midnight sun, we encountered over a dozen humpback whales breaching, tail-slapping, and bubble-net feeding. Swift minke whales, elusive harbour porpoises, and pods of playful white-beaked dolphins added to the action. Calm seas teemed with seabirds such as puffins, guillemots, and arctic terns diving into bait balls.

Perfect seas delivered an unforgettable day with countless humpback whales pec-slapping, bubble-net feeding and even breaching right beside the boat! We also encountered multiple minke whales and playful white-beaked dolphins leaping, bowriding, and joining the feeding frenzy. One magical sighting after another made for an epic day on the bay!

Despite the drizzle, the bay came alive with playful humpback whales (one of which was Davy Jones) breaching, lunge feeding, and peduncle throwing from morning till night. We also spotted several sneaky minke whales and energetic white-beaked dolphins leaping around whales. An unforgettable day at sea filled with close encounters!

This morning started with fluke dives from curious humpback whales and a close encounter with Davy Jones! The bay stayed busy all day with more humpbacks breaching, bubble-net feeding, and surrounding our boats. We also saw acrobatic white-beaked dolphins, quick minke whales, and shy harbour porpoises on this action-packed day!

Calm seas and rich feeding grounds brought over a dozen humpback whales into view, with bubble-net feeding, fluke dives, breaches, and pec slaps galore! Playful white-beaked dolphins appeared on nearly every tour, often in large pods, and some even jumped beside the boat. We also spotted several minke whales and elusive harbour porpoises!