Whale diary

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale in front of our boat Eldey
    Preview text
    • CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 09:00, 11:00, 13:00, 15:00, 17:00, 20:30
    • PREMIUM WHALE TOUR |10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00, 20:00
  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale surfaces extremely close to passenger boat
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale throws its peduncle and fluke in the air
    Preview text

    Under clear skies and calm seas, we witnessed a spectacular gathering of humpback whales, including playful calves, close encounters and dramatic breaches, tail slaps and bubble-net feeding. Minke whales were seen surfacing all around, with some surprisingly close views. We were joined by over 40 white-beaked dolphins - another great day at sea!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale waves pectoral fin in the air right next to Eldey boat and passengers
    Preview text

    From calm sunshine to rolling seas, today's tours were packed with life! We saw at least 10 humpback whales, with spectacular behaviours like breaching, tail slapping, fluke dives and even bubble-net feeding. Pods of white-beaked dolphins and shy minke whales added to the show - an unforgettable day in Faxaflói Bay, as always!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    mother and calf pair humpback whales feeding with open mouths at the surface
    Preview text

    What an unforgettable day at sea, with 15+ humpback whales, including a mother and her calf seen across all tours - some were feeding, others breaching, rolling, and even bubble netting! We also encountered numerous minke whales, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, and even a brief harbour porpoise sighting. The bay was brimming with life today!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    three humpback whale surfacing together right in front of passengers on a boat
    Preview text

    Today brought calm seas, vibrant skies, and spectacular sightings of 15+ humpback whales including a mother-calf pair, showing off with breaches, tail slaps, and peduncle throws across the bay. We also encountered several minke whales, and playful white-beaked dolphins bow-riding and feeding alongside the whales. Each tour was a delightful spectacle!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    mother and calf pair humpback whales
    Preview text

    Despite rain and mist, today delivered unforgettable encounters with over 15 humpback whales, including mother-calf pairs, breaching individuals, and bubble net feeding. We also spotted numerous minke whales and playful pods of white-beaked dolphins bow-riding and leaping near the boats. Calm seas and constant surface action made this a magical day!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    breaching humpback whale
    Preview text

    In wavy seas and shifting skies, we encountered a spectacular feeding frenzy across Faxaflói, with at least 12 humpback whales and 12 minke whales seen close to the boats, many breaching, diving and logging. White-beaked dolphins added excitement in several tours, bow-riding and interacting with whales. An action-packed day with blows, flukes and splashes!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale surfaces very close to boat
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    breaching humpback whale against very blue waters
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    passengers on a whale watching cruise watching mother and calf humpback whales
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    killer whale, or orca male, surfacing the water
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale fluke
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale dorsal fin surrounded by birds feeding
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale mid breach
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale surrounded by a flock of birds
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale with very prominent hump
    Preview text

    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.

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale jumps into the sky
    Preview text

    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!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale breaches out of the water
    Preview text

    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!