Wednesday, 3 September 2025

• CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 09:00, 13:00, 17:00
• PREMIUM WHALE TOUR |10:00, 12:00
• PREMIUM WHALE TOUR |14:00, 15:00

Report from Eldey: With sunny skies and a cool breeze, we set sail out into the bay. Just out of the harbor, we spotted two  harbour porpoises. It is always lovely when we can spot these more elusive species from the bigger boats. After a nice surface sequence they were off and so we continued onward as well. Shortly after we spotted the back of one minke whale. This individual was going against the waves which provided a sizable splash to help us track them. After multiple surface sequences, we said goodbye and headed out further into the bay. We then spotted two blows and went to investigate. As we got closer we saw the backs of not one, not two, but eight minke whales! We definitely found the zone of feeding as there were also northern gannets plunge diving all around us as well. As we were enjoying the minkes we saw a splash and some bigger blows in the distance, so we went to check them out. When we arrived we realized we had found two humpback whales. It was spectacular to have these two individuals together, as usually they are solitary during this time of year. This pair came nice and close and gave us a double fluke dive.  After multiple close surface sequences, it was time to wave our whales goodbye and we headed back to port. What a great start to the day still spotting 2 more minkes and 3 more porpoises on the way!

- Milla Silveira

Report from Eldey: we set sail this afternoon, still spoilt by sunshine! As we left the harbour the wind did increase but it definitely felt like a summers day as we headed out. About 5 minutes after departure we saw 2 harbour porpoises that were splashing and swimming in front of us. This was just outside the harbour wall and as porpoises can be a bit elusive we continued into the bay. After a bit of a sail it looked like we had found our spot. We saw multiple blows as well as diving Northern gannets! We spotted 2 minke whales quite close to each other but they both continued on their journey. We then found the owners of the blows - 2 humpback whales! They are solitary animals so seeing them together is always special. They were quite clam and relaxed , coming up regularly and one always showing the fluke while the other was more fluke-shy. We stayed for a bit also spotting 3-4 minkes in this area as well! After being spoilt, we continued a little bit longer spotting another humpback whale! We saw this one diev and show its gorgeous fluke - then noticed the time and had to start heading home!

- Anna Richter

Report from Eldey: This evening, we sailed out under beautiful sunshine beaming from the sky and reflecting on the water. All of a sudden, a fast-swimming minke whale made an appearance on the left side of our boat. We watched it surface once more before it continued on its way. After a while, we spotted a large, misty blow in the direction of Snæfellsjökull which came from a humpback whale. As we approached, we were treated to multiple fluke dives, which thrilled everyone on board. We left the humpback whale to continue its journey and sailed on, soon encountering three more minke whales and a large flock of Northern Gannets plunge-diving. This was a great sign that we had entered a rich feeding area! Two more humpback whales appeared, and we were able to watch them fluke dive as well. One individual even performed a few pec slaps, creating a big splash clearly visible under the setting sun. On our way back, we saw even more Northern Gannets diving for food and enjoyed a beautiful view of the surrounding peninsulas. What a stunning evening to remember!

- Maja Andersson

Northern gannet, Northern fulmar, black-legged kittiwake, herring gull, greater and lesser black-backed gull, eider duck