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Make the most of your time in Iceland with our value packed combo tours from Reykjavík or Akureyri. Combine two or more exciting activities in one day - such as whale watching, northern lights, Golden Circle, ATV rides, or horse riding - and save with discounted pricing. Perfect for those wanting a full day of adventure without the hassle of booking separately.

Passengers and crew are asked to ensure their own hygiene and safety at all times by washing hands thoroughly with soap and using a hand sanitiser regularly. Masks are not mandatory but are recommended in areas where keeping distance from others is not possible. 

Elding has been operating whale watching tours out of Akureyri since 2016, with great success. You will find our enthusiastic team and specially designed boats at the floating pier by HOF.

Elding is a female-led, family-run company, that has been offering Iceland's most talked about whale watching and sea adventure tours for 25+ years. With decades of experience, we provide sustainable and wildlife friendly sea tours throughout the year.

The m/s Konsúll was originally built in Norway in 1985 and served there as a ferry boat. In 2016 she was brought to Akureyri where she has since served loyally as one of the fastest and most agile whale watching boats in the country.

The m/s Ambassador has been referred to as one of the best whale-watching boats in Iceland, due to her six observation platforms. She was originally built in Hamburg, Germany in 1971 as a police vessel. In 1998 she was refurbished as a pleasure yacht and later sold to Sweden. She was brought to Iceland in 2012 and was refurbished and specially designed for whale-watching in Iceland.

Elding started paying special attention to environmental issues in 2006 by integrating Green Globe (now EarthCheck) into our daily operations to get a clear insight of the matter within the company. When we were awarded Kuðungurinn, an environmental award of the Environmental and Natural Resources Agency, it was a significant recognition of our commitment to preserving Iceland's pristine natural environment for future generations.

The program Responsible Tourism involves setting goals in four key elements, which are that we recycle all waste that comes from our boats and offices and encourage our guests to do the same and have ecofriendly purchasing. Elding is a member of Vakinn, an Icelandic quality and environmental system as well as being certified by Blueflag and Earth Check

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Elding is a pioneer in eco friendly boat tours, committed to responsible tourism and marine conservation. With recognised environmental certifications and a mission to reduce our impact, we offer unforgettable sea adventures that respect wildlife and protect nature. Explore how sustainability is at the heart of every tour we operate - for the benefit of future generations and the planet.

Need assistance or have a question? Our friendly team is happy to help! Reach out via phone or email, and we’ll do our best to respond within 24 hours (excluding weekends and holidays). For quick answers, don’t forget to check our FAQ page. Whether you’re planning a tour or looking for more info, we’re just a message or call away.

At Elding, safety is our number one priority. All crew members undergo certified training at the Icelandic Maritime Safety and Survival Training Centre and regularly attend refresher courses to maintain high standards. With STCW-certified staff and strict safety protocols in place, we work to ensure every tour is a secure, smooth, and enjoyable experience for all our passengers.