Whale diary

Today we enjoyed calm to breezy seas with sightings of minke whales, playful white-beaked dolphins, shy harbour porpoises and multiple humpback whales. From feeding minkes and curious dolphins to spectacular breaches, fluke dives and other surface displays, the bay truly seemed alive with activity. A fantastic day of whale watching.

• CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 9:00, 13:00, 17:00
• PREMIUM WHALE TOUR |10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 15:00

Today's tours from Reykjavík have been cancelled due to unfavourable conditions in the bay. Please contact us for more information.

Under calm and sunny skies we encountered shy harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, several minke whales surfacing close, and a number of humpback whales showing fluke dives, breaches, peduncle throws and even bubble-net feeding. With close encounters and lively behaviours throughout the bay, it was a truly memorable day at sea.

The bay was alive with wildlife as we spotted harbour porpoises, several pods of playful white-beaked dolphins, many minke whales and multiple humpback whales showing off with breaches, tail slaps and feeding displays. The calm seas and sunshine made for excellent conditions, with highlights including close encounters and spectacular surface activity.

Today we experienced a true variety of wildlife in Faxaflói, with sightings of harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, plenty of minke whales, and several active humpback whales showing breaches, spy-hops and pec-slaps. Calm seas and good visibility made for excellent encounters, with especially large numbers of porpoises in the evening. A wonderful day at sea with all four of our common species seen!

Under calm seas and sunny skies, we had fantastic encounters with harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, and plenty of minke whales. Several humpback whales were also seen throughout the day, showing fluke dives, feeding, and even breaching, while gannets plunged all around. An excellent day at sea with all four of our common species spotted!

Under calm seas and sunny skies, we had fantastic encounters with harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, and plenty of minke whales. Several humpback whales were also seen throughout the day, showing fluke dives, feeding, and even breaching, while gannets plunged all around. An excellent day at sea with all four of our common species spotted!

Today’s tours were blessed with calm seas, sunshine and plenty of wildlife. We saw playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, elusive harbour porpoises, curious minke whales and several magnificent humpback whales, with highlights including close fluke dives, rolling, and bubble-net feeding. An exciting and memorable day with all four of our common cetacean species on display.

Despite choppy seas, today brought sightings of harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, several minke whales, and even a humpback whale. One of the tours had no luck and issued complimentary tickets, while others enjoyed busy feeding grounds with gannets diving overhead. The final departures were cancelled due to deteriorating weather.

In calm seas and sunshine we spotted all four common cetaceans: pods of harbour porpoises, playful white-beaked dolphins, several minke whales, and numerous humpback whales. Breaches, pec and tail slaps, peduncle throws, and even bubble feeding created spectacular shows throughout the day. Faxaflói bay was alive from morning until sunset.

Calm seas and sunshine brought wonderful sightings of harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, several minke whales and multiple humpback whales, including our well-known Davy Jones II. Tours enjoyed everything from quiet logging to spectacular breaching, pec-slapping and bubble-net feeding, with seabirds diving overhead.

Today we enjoyed sightings of all four common species: shy harbour porpoises, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, several minke whales and multiple humpback whales. Highlights included fluke dives, breaches, spy-hops, and close encounters, with dolphins bow-riding and humpbacks showing cooperative feeding. A truly lively day in Faxaflói bay.

Today brought excellent sightings, with pods of white-beaked dolphins, multiple minke whales and several humpback whales showing fluke dives, breaches, pec slaps and tail slaps. Highlights included feeding humpbacks alongside dolphins and minkes, plus “Davy Jones” making an appearance. We had a truly action-filled day at sea!

A lively day at sea with breaching humpback whales in the morning and showing off with powerful tail-slaps in the afternoon. Several minke whales surfaced close by across all tours, while pods of playful white-beaked dolphins and elusive harbour porpoises added to the variety. Due to rough weather, some of our tours ended up getting cancelled today.

The day brought calm seas and lively encounters with humpback whales, including close fluke dives, and even continuous breaching peduncle throws in the afternoon. Over 10 minke whales were seen in the morning alone, surfaced throughout the bay, joined at times by playful pods of white-beaked dolphins and elusive harbour porpoises also made appearances.

Today’s tours featured multiple humpback whales, including pairs and bubble-net feeding duos, alongside plenty of minke whales spread across the bay. Several pods of up to 20+ playful white-beaked dolphins were spotted throughout the day and to round off the sightings, we also encountered some harbour porpoises, adding variety to an already lively day.

Despite rough weather, the bay delivered a mix of minke whales, playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, and several humpback whales, some feeding, fluking, and even bubble-netting. The birdlife, from gannets to puffins, pointed the way to the feeding zones, rewarding patient eyes. A couple of tours issued complimentary tickets due to limited sightings.

A lively day in the bay with pods of playful white-beaked dolphins, multiple humpback whales showing fluke dives, feeding and breaching. Then, several quick minke whales, with one even jumping out of the water! Sadly, the afternoon tour did not meet our sighting standards, so we issued complimentary tickets, so our guests can return for more wildlife magic.

Calm seas and clear skies brought sightings of playful pods of white-beaked dolphins and shy harbour porpoises. Several minke whales surfaced close to the boats, with some lingering long enough for wonderful close encounters. Multiple humpback whales also impressed with fluke dives, bubble feeding and even surprise breaches, rounding off a perfect day.

Today brought sightings of all four common species, with playful pods of white-beaked dolphins, shy groups of harbour porpoises, and several minke whales surfacing close by. Multiple humpback whales amazed us throughout the day, from peaceful resting and spy-hopping to dramatic breaches and even bubble-net feeding under the evening sun.