Our most popular whale watching tours:
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Preview textThis is the original whale watching tour from Reykjavík! Join our highly enthusiastic and experienced team in the search for whales, dolphins and birds of Faxaflói bay! Most common wildlife encountered are humpbacks, minkes, dolphins and porpoises.
Duration2-3,5 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textAn exhilarating premium tour starting from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, with daily departures from 1 Apr - 31 Oct. A personal, small group tour with only 12 person per boat, a specially trained wildlife guide and a certified RIB boat captain.
Duration2:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textHere is your chance to see the incredible whales and dolphins of Iceland in their natural habitat. The vast fjord's vibrant life and plenitude of food bring the larger-than-life Humpback whales that call Akureyri their home.
Duration3 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textA 2 hour whale & bird watching tour from downtown of Akureyri. Experience and get close to the incredible humpback whales of the Eyjafjord, starting from the capital of North Iceland.
Duration2:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textA truly unique whale watching experience - the mystical midnight sun often casts a beautiful orange and pink glow to the mountains surrounding the bay and together with the wildlife it provides quite a unique perspective.
Duration3:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textExperience the wildlife and nature adventure of a lifetime on our most personal whale watching tour. Our custom made RIB boats allow you to get closer the whales and puffins than any boats can offer.
Duration2:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThe mystical midnight sun and the nature of the fjord provide a unique nature and wildlife experience. A truly wonderful whale watching experience in the magical summer sun and everlasting daylight.
Duration3:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textExperience and get close to the incredible humpback whales of Eyjafjörður, starting from the capital of North Iceland, Akureyri. With only 12 passengers on each boat we can guarantee an adventure of a lifetime on an intimate whale watching tour.
Duration2:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date
Other great whale watching tours and combos:
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Preview textThis is a 3 hr. whale watching tour from Ólafsvík in West-Iceland where orcas, sperm whales and pilot whales are the main attraction!
Duration3 hrs.Season:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis exciting combo consists of two tours; a small boat puffin tour and a big boat whale watching tour!
Duration6:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis combo unites some of the most popular winter attractions in Iceland - classic whale watching and northern lights from down town Reykjavík!
Duration5:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis tour gives you the opportunity to try out two exciting water adventures in one day! One above the surface, the other beneath..
Duration10:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textCombine two great adventurous excursions for a fun-filled-day with whale watching and buddy riding!
Duration8:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textDive in the world famous Silfra and see the amazing wildlife in Faxaflói on this fantastic combo tour. Whales, dolphins, fissures and crystal clear waters are not to be missed on your Iceland trip!
Duration12:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textExplore the sights of Iceland with state of the art technology that gives you a true feeling of flight, before or after joining a Classic Whale Watching tour in Faxaflói bay!
Duration4:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textAfter exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds it's ideal to stop by in the harbour area and have a lovely dinner before heading out to Viðey island looking at the beam of light representing world peace.
Duration5:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis combo tour is an "open ticket" valid on a Classic Whale Watching tour with Elding and a snowmobile tour with Mountaineers of Iceland - available all year!
Duration6:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis tour combines the best of Reykjavík's surrounding waters. Before or after exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds in Faxaflói it is ideal to visit Viðey Island and experience its tranquility and sense of bygone centuries.
Duration7:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textThis tour combines two true adventures on the water. After exploring the wonders of the whales and birds it it is time to set your adrenaline free - rafting down the glacial river Hvítá admiring its stunningly beautiful landscape.
Duration8:00 HoursSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date -
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Preview textAre you crazy about whales, wildlife or nature in general? - Then why not make the most of your stay and go whale watching in South and North Iceland!
Duration6:00 DaysSeason:Season start datetoSeason end date
Iceland is a great place for wildlife watching and in Faxaflói bay you'll find a variety of seabirds and marine mammals that feed on the rich feeding grounds provided by ocean currents in the area that create excellent conditions. The long period of light during the summer even provides the right environment for plankton and krill, making it a diverse and abundant bay.
If you're a first time whale watcher it is perfectly normal that you don't exactly know what to look for, but you should know that whale watching with Elding is a team effort and everyone on board is encouraged to help out. There are a few tips and tricks that can help you identify signs of whales and dolphins from a distance, and a few things to keep in mind when venturing out into open seas.
What is the best time of year to see whales in Iceland? This is a frequently asked question we get a lot from our passengers when they join our tours. Surprisingly, such a simple question is not so easy to answer. It all relies on food availability at our shores and there are many factors that might influence where and when whales can find it.
Whale watching has been one of Iceland's top tourist activities since the mid 90's and has been subjected to remarkable growth in the last few years. The increase in boat traffic has raised concerns about the potential detrimental effects on cetaceans, mirroring concerns in wildlife destinations globally. Due to minimal comprehensive regulations governing whale encounters in Iceland, we at Elding take pride in our commitment to abide by a code of conduct for responsible whale watching, as well constructing and following our own stricter guidelines!
Our latest sightings:
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Today's whale watching tour is on schedule from Reykjavík this afternoon! Remember to dress according to weather and feel free to borrow our thermal overalls if needed!
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Preview textIt was quite a windy day today. After sailing past Viðey island, we spotted a blow from our first of 3 humpback whales! We also saw 2 grey seals in this area too. The other pair of whales we saw would surface very regularly, meaning we always got a great look at them as they dove. We all made sure to warm up inside on our way home!
