When you go whale watching from reykjavik you will get a spectacular view of the city as well as seeing the whales. Whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland elding. Book your whales of iceland tickets online and skiptheline. The various types of whales commonly sighted include minke whales, whitebeaked dolphins, harbour propises and.
The north of iceland is known as the capital of whale watching. Just returned from an amazing glacier hike, black sand beach and waterfall tour with our wonderful guide, scott. Our tour selection combines of whale watching, northern lights by boat, puffin, rib and sea angling tours among other exciting adventures. Whale watching sea angling tours in north iceland whales. However, many whales stay in the icelandic waters throughout the year. Puffin and whale watching tours in iceland iceland advice. You can prepare yourself before visiting exhibition by downloading whales of iceland audio guided app to your phone or just on site as we do offer free wifi and headphones. But did you know that husavik is also the only place in iceland where. Watch icelands vast array of whales breach from the ocean and our lovely puffins swoop down from the cliffs. Whale watching reykjavik special tours 2020 all you. If you dont see a whale on the tour, you have the option to take the tour again for free. Today, iceland is one of a handful of countries that formally object clarification needed to an ongoing moratorium established by the international whaling commission in 1986, and that still. Our tours have a 98% success rate for whale sightings thanks to the favorable icelandic waters whales populate the area yearround due to the unique sea conditions. Response from whalesafariiceland, general manager at whale safari iceland responded sep.
The good old whale watching tour with a little sea angling at the end of the tour. Around 20 species of whale can be found in the sea surrounding the country but the most common are the beaked whale, the humpbacked whale, dolphins and a few others. All the year around youll be able to see a variety of whales by the coast, from the minke, humpback and killer whales to whitebeaked dolphins and harbor porpoises. Whale watching tours are a fun activity that can be enjoyed by travelers of all ages and group sizes. Weather at sea is always colder than on land and therefore we recommend dressing appropriately, by wearing warm clothing and good sturdy shoes. You have a great chance of encountering the rare and magnificent orcas and sperm whales. Learn about the whales and wildlife of iceland on this whale watching boat tour departing from the harbor in reykjavik. Gems of iceland with whale watching zrs 6 day tour from reykjavik to reykjavik active pace. Whaling in iceland began with speardrift hunting as early as the 12th century, and continued in a vestigial form until the late 19th century, when other countries introduced modern commercial practices. Toprated reykjavik whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours.
The high peak season for whale watching is from april to october, but of course the ocean is always full of adventures. Whale watching is an incredible experience for people of all ages. Whale watching tours that leave from akureyri and husavik, into eyjafjor. The waters that surround the island are home to over 20 different species of whale from the skilled orca to the gigantic sperm whale. The weather and sea conditions can be challenging during the winter and when necessary, vessels are moved to harbors of more sheltered areas around the reykjanes peninsula, allowing for a more comfortable and reliable whale watching experience. Whale watching tour from reykjavik arctic sea tours. Starting in reykjaviks old harbour, your whale watching adventure is located right in the city centre.
A live guided tour of whales of iceland is offered daily at 10. Join our tour this summer and get a 10% online booking discount when booking. Seeing the gentle giants in their natural surroundings in an awesome experience. Whale watching is operated from various locations around iceland. Boat tours departing all across the country for an unforgettable experience. Some of the whale watching tours will pass close to islands where puffins regularly nest so you can observe their antics. Actually im also going to iceland next february and thinking of going on a whale watching tour thats how i found that place. Whales of iceland exhibition is just 15 min walk from city center and can be visited at anytime during opening hours. Whale safari iceland reykjavik all you need to know.
Whale watching hauganes in north iceland whale watching. Seeing these majestic giants of the deep in the flesh, as they play amongst the waves, is one of the finest experiences that iceland has to offer and a worthy. After selecting a departure time to suit your schedule, climb aboard a traditional icelandic oak ship and set sail for a prime whalewatching destination on the icy ocean. Whale watching reykjavik special tours 2020 what to. Please be at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before departure. If there are no sightings on the tour, you can use your ticket number to reschedule your reservation and join another tour for free.
Whale watching is a mustdo for everyone visiting iceland. Year round whale watching tours from reykjavik iceland. Add either lunch or dinner and make this an unforgettable experience. You have probably heard that husavik is a great place for whale watching. That is where you find the whale watching company arctic sea tours. Whale watching around 20 species of whale can be found in the sea surrounding the country but the most common are the beaked whale, the humpbacked whale, dolphins and a few others.
The best whale watching tours in iceland sail from reykjavik in the west or akureyri and husavik in the north. Experience the best iceland has to offer with spectacular whale watching opportunities. Adding an exciting whale watching tour to the famous golden circle will give you quintessential iceland in a day. Green whale watching husavik on the ecofriendly opal. Our whale watching boat, rosin the rose, offers an absolute innovation in whale watching adventures in iceland, it is fast and a luxurious whale watching boat, one of its kind in iceland, providing security and luxury for all. Iceland special tours whale watching and other tours. The high season for whale watching starts in april and lasts until midoctober. Whale watching tours are often combined with sea angling and puffin watching. On this whale watching excursion you will be able to get up close to some of icelands amazing wildlife. Whale watching reykjavik special tours all you need to. With this trip you will have the entrance to the whales of iceland exhibition. The focus is naturally on the giants of the sea and we hope to see minke and humpback whales, harbour porpoises and whitebeaked.
Minimize your carbon footprint and join the electric sailboat opal for a green whale watching of a lifetime. Elding is the original whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland, offering also sea angling, puffing watching and northern lights tours. In dalvik you have the best chance to encounter the great humpback whale in iceland. You can also borrow one of our warm blankets and overalls. Je was an amazing guide as he was extremely knowledgeable about every aspect of iceland you could possibly think of. Please note, tours are subject to weather conditions and visibility. As a disclaimer i havent been there myself but i guess it should be ok because its off route 1 which gets plowed year round. Sea angling at the end of tour 100% whale watching does not include the sea angling all tours are 2,53 hrs long. On a whale watching tour from reykjavik with special tours wildlife adventures you will be able to experience some of icelands rich and thriving bird life, as well as visit our large variety of sealife, including minke whales, humpback whales, harbour porpoises. Whale watching reykjavik special tours updated april. Midatlantic offers a great platform for travel industry professionals from around the world to meet, work together and exchange ideas, in iceland a hub between europe and. Iceland travel offers a variety of tours, packages tickets and services products through its website icelandtravel. Whale watching reykjavik tours, iceland special tours.
Since 1929, icelands oldest tour operator, offering over 250 fixed departure tours from 515 days in iceland and greenland for groups or individuals. Whale watching and puffin tours allow you to adventure into the worlds of some of the most magnificent creatures. Whale watching tour from reykjavik must see in iceland. Whale watching from olafsvik day tours iceland travel. Whale watching in reykjavik iceland on the go tours.
Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders. The 7 tours detailed below are the top whale watching tours in iceland. Get app whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition in. Whether you are looking for a classic whale watching tour or thrilling rib boat experience, we have a wide variety of. Visit our website for bookings and further information. Realize your dreams of watching humpback whales and orcas in their natural environment on a 3hour original whale watching tour from husavik, capital of whale watching in iceland.
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