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A thrilling day on Faxaflói bay with sightings of up to 6 humpback whales across multiple tours - fluke diving, logging, and lunge feeding near the boat! We also encountered numerous minke whales throughout the day, with some coming very close, and playful pods of white-beaked dolphins. Seabirds like puffins added charm to this sunny, action-filled day!
A spectacular day at sea with over a dozen humpback whales seen across all tours with some breaching, tail slapping and bubble-net feeding! We also encountered playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, fast-traveling minke whales, and even shy harbour porpoises and a basking shark. Calm seas, curious wildlife and unforgettable moments throughout the day!
A rare FIN WHALE graced our morning tours with close, prolonged views - an incredible and welcomed sight in the bay! The day brought several pods of lively white-beaked dolphins, fluking and rolling humpback whales, surfacing minke whales and a few shy harbour porpoises. Calm seas, feeding frenzies, and joyful moments from start to finish!
BASKING SHARKS RETURN TO THE BAY
Today was a truly special day in Faxaflói bay! We were lucky enough to encounter the second largest fish in the ocean - the BASKING SHARK! A fairly regular sight in later summer a few years ago, but sadly less frequent in recent years..
This eventful day brought sightings of all four main species in varied weather. Energetic white-beaked dolphins leapt and bow-rode, while minke whales breached and lunge-fed alongside flocks of seabirds and we encountered some shy harbor porpoises. Several humpback whales breached, rolled, and bubble-net fed - ending with a spectacular group lunge!
This overcast day offered fantastic encounters with all four main species. Playful white-beaked dolphins bow-rode and breached, and elusive minke whales even lunge-fed and breached! Several humpback whales put on a show with fluke dives and feeding displays, joined by puffins, gannets, harbour seal and even a surprise BASKING SHARK in the afternoon!
Despite thick fog, calm seas revealed a feeding frenzy with three or four species on every tour. Playful white-beaked dolphins leapt around us, while minke whales surfaced near and far. Multiple humpback whales treated us to fluke dives, bubble-net feeding and spectacular breaches. We even saw a harbour seal! Yet another magical day out in Faxaflói bay!
An unforgettable action on a calm bay, where at least 5 humpback whales put on a show of fluke dives, breaches, and bubble-net feeding! With over 15 minke whales feasting at the surface and acrobatic white-beaked dolphins bow-riding and leaping around us, even shy harbour porpoises made an appearance. A day bursting with life and ocean drama!
Despite thick volcanic fog, we encountered a feeding frenzy in glassy seas - no fewer than 5 humpback whales lunge feeding among flocks of birds and krill-stained waters, with over 20 minke whales and lively white-beaked dolphins all around. Even shy harbour porpoises joined the mix for a magical day, rich with wildlife and life-giving krill!
Foggy skies gave way to calm seas and a feeding frenzy, with humpback whales lunge feeding and bubble-netting near the boat, joined by dozens of minke whales and playful white-beaked dolphins. Even a few shy harbour porpoises made appearances. Puffins and gannets added to the spectacle in this action-packed day on the water with all four main species seen.
All four main species showed up today! Feeding minke whales were seen in the dozens, some even lunge-feeding near the boat, while playful white-beaked dolphins leapt and bow-rode around us. Several encounters with humpback whales, including the beloved mother-calf pair, and a few shy harbour porpoises completed this action-packed day!
Today we enjoyed calm seas and remarkable sightings of all four main species. Energetic humpback whales breached, pec-slapped, and rolled playfully, and some even bubble-fed, while white-beaked dolphins joined the action and minke whales were seen throughout. We also spotted harbour porpoises and seabirds like puffins, gannets, and terns gracing the sky.
Today brought calm seas and spectacular encounters with all four of our bay’s regular cetaceans. From breaching and bubble-netting humpback whales to playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, plus dozens of elusive minke whales and sightings of harbour porpoises, the bay was alive with activity. Even seabirds joined the feast, making it a day to remember!
From sunshine to breaching humpback whales and a playful calf, today was bursting with action! We witnessed bubble-net and lunge feeding in perfect conditions. Over 40 minke whales surfaced throughout the bay, joined by hundreds of birds and spirited white-beaked dolphins. We also glimpsed harbour porpoises. What a phenomenal day!
From drizzle to a sunny evening, today we saw over 40+ minke whales, playful pods of 50-60+ white-beaked dolphins and even a few shy harbour porpoises. Dozens of humpback whales impressed with close approaches, breaching, spy-hops and surface feeding, including the beloved mother-calf pair. A great day with all four of our most common species!