Indice appguide sullislanda del nord islanda nord 1 akureyri. It is a breathtaking sight to see humpback whales acrobatically breaching the waters surface. Guided whale watching day tour from husavik in north. Watch the local eyjafjord humpbacks feed, sleep and play in the. These ecofriendly tours are operated by north sailing, pioneers in sustainable tourism in iceland. Before or after your go out with us whale watching akureyri, the second largest urban area in iceland, is definitely a place to visit and a very popular tourist destination with a wide range of activities and. Minimize your carbon footprint and join the electric sailboat opal for a green whale watching of a lifetime. The husavik in iceland is the most popular tour attraction in iceland.
Discounts to two restaurants and the local whale museum come with the ticket. The most common questions about whale watching are collected and answered in the faq. Whale tours from akureyri, or from husavik worth it. Watch the local eyjafjord humpbacks feed, sleep and play in the longest glacial fjord in iceland and take in the incredible 360 scenery along the way. Located about 45 minutes outside of akureyri, these falls are actually one of the most visited falls in iceland. Whale watching husavik iceland cinematic edit youtube. Salka whale watching husavik 2020 all you need to know. Nothing against husavik which is very nice and we loved our tiny cabin outside of town for two nights.
Migrating whales flock to this bay, and sighting success rates are the highest in iceland. Two whale watching companies operate in husavik north sailing and gentle giants and both are the same price, so we picked gentle giants because they had the right timing. Whale watching rib boat tour from husavik 2020 akureyri. The bay is one of few in iceland where one can spot a blue whale, the largest animal in the world, in addition to other native species such as minke whale and as a result, whale watching is a very growing and flourishing industry in the area. Can you imagine anything more magical than seeing whales and dolphins swimming in the waters around iceland under the incredible light of the midnight. After a good nights rest staying akureyri, or whether you decided to carry on your drive right up to the north towards husavik, you will come across these stunning waterfalls. Whale watching akureyri operates from the floating pier at hof. Join us on a day trip to look for these magnificent creatures of the high seas. Look for whales on a cruise from husavik, icelands whale capital. Akureyri, iceland whale watching from akureyri excursion. Each passenger gets a warm suit and a life jacket on board. Hjalteyri whale watching try a unique whale watching tour from the charming village of hjalteyri, a well kept secret in the heart of north iceland, only a 15 minute drive from akureyri. Participants may have to sign a waiver before undertaking our trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk that they assume by booking said activity. By clicking on or navigating the site, you agree to our use of cookies.
Sail by traditional oak boat to the prime viewing spot of skjalfandi bay enjoy space to move around on deck to get the views you want. Tickets for akureyri midnight sun rib whale watching. Rib whale watching in husavik iceland husavik adventures. The focus is on small group tours, eliminating competition for the best view on board. Rib express whale wathing this is a once in a lifetime boat experience. Akureyri is the largest town on the north coast of iceland. I used gentle giants out of husavik for my kiddos the rib boat tour since they are teens and like high action and it was amazing. Lucy the guide was very knowledgeable and you could feel she loves sharing her passion of the marine. Set sail from akureyri and see the best of icelands oceans on a 3hour nautical adventure. Despite a bit of rain the staff made our experience really enjoyable.
Whale watching tours and puffin tours from husavik, iceland. The town is home to the well known akureyri art museum, an international airport and a large family swimming pool. This site uses cookies to improve your experience, to enhance site security and to show you personalized advertising. Book in advance for peace of mind and convenience live onboard commentary about icelands marine life. Venture onto icelandic waters late at night and watch out for breaching humpback whales as the sun sets. Husavik is among the best sites in the world for whale watching due to the rich nutrients, plankton and fish in the skjalfandi bay, not far from the arctic circle. Years ago, it was a major center for whaling, but these days, the hunters bring cameras and binoculars. After our cruise, we enjoy lunch at a local restaurant, then travel back towards our hotel for an afternoon filled with more scenic vistas. Is husavik the best place in iceland to go whale watching. Husavik iceland find the best husavik circle classic tours. Tripadvisor traditional whale watching tour from husavik.
You may also spot whitebeaked dolphins and harbor porpoises. Went on a whale watching tour and got lucky enough to spot a hump back whale and some harbour tortoises. Elding whale watching akureyri reserves the right to increase prices already quoted or published in our price lists without notice in the event of currency fluctuation, government taxes, or any other cost increases that are outside our control. Spend three hours searching for the majestic creatures in eyjafjor. All rates quoted are based on current purchasing prices in iceland. Used it as base to explore north by car a bit nice drive and some sights, but dining options are very limited and it is about 1 block of a town. A 2hour whale watching tour on a speedy rib boat from the harbour of husavik the whale capital of iceland. Surround yourself in history and visit the old village of hjalteyri, which has a population of 43 inhabitants. We will make a day trip for whale watching from akureyri in late june and are trying to decide whether to whale watch from hauganes then. Welcome aboard traditional icelandic oak boats or modern rib speedboats in search of the mammals of the ocean.
The rib boats seat 12 passengers per boat, each with an expert whale watching guide and captain on board. Booking ahead means you avoid ticketbuying hassles and helps ensure your preferred departure time. Whale watching akureyri iceland tours from hauganes. From your vantage point aboard your vessel, watch the seas for majestic humpback and minke whales, and look out for playful dolphins and porpoises. Cruise skjalfandi bay, one of icelands top whale sighting spots, on this tour from husavik. There are many prominent whale watching areas in iceland. Whale watching experience in hjalteyri from akureyri civitatis. Godafoss is actually icelandic for waterfall of the. Tripadvisor whale watching in husavik provided by salka. It is possible to go whale watching in reykjavik, akureyri, hauganes, dalvik, hjalteyri, and husavik to name a few.
A common sight on whale watching tours in eyjafjor. Whale watching akureyri does not assume any responsibility for accidents which are caused by its customers or can be traced to their own actions. You have probably heard that husavik is a great place for whale watching. But did you know that husavik is also the only place in iceland where you can go whale watching on a sailboat powered by green energy. Best of whale watching, monterey california as of 7. Our most glorious and stunning product is without a doubt whale watching tour on.
This morning we head to the picturesque fishing and whale watching village of husavik, where we embark on a cruise around the harbor and surrounding seas. The elding whale watching adventure tour is located in akureyri, north iceland. We can easily do a tour when we will already be in akureyi or reykjavik, but we would have to add a drive to husavik to do it there. If you love wildlife, dont miss this incredible whale watching cruise in akureyri. We will make a day trip for whale watching from akureyri in late june and are trying to decide whether to whale watch from hauganes then continue to see olafsfjordur and siglufjordur on the beautiful fjiord or whale watch from husavik and not see. Whale watching in island alles, was du wissen musst. The first scheduled whale watching tours in the whole of iceland started here, in the mid90s, following requests by passing tourists. There is, however, only one whale watching capital of iceland husavik. I love both akureyri and dalvik to visit as well but husavik is the way to go for whale watching. Salka whale watching offers warm overalls, wifi, coffee and cookies free of charge and you can take your picture at the salka whale watching photo spot to share with friends and family. 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.
Join our day tours and experience the famous eyjafjord humpback whales in their natural habitat. Travel in a traditional, icelandic oak boat with plenty of room for great views. Tourist information centre hof culture house strandgata 12 600 akureyri gps. If you need to find the perfect husavik tour then we have carefully selected the best of the best from husavik classic tours to more unique husavik tours. Its impossible to guarantee whale sightings as the whales are wild animals that do as they like. But did you know that husavik is also the only place in iceland where.
Green whale watching husavik on the ecofriendly opal. Step aboard our traditional boat and experience the tranquillity of whale watching in these incredible scenic sur. Whale watching akureyri is a boat tour operator running a daily schedule from northiceland. Husavik whale watching and akureyri, iceland travel addicts. Iceland on the web can plan you a very friendly and inexpensive package for whale watching in reykjavik. I know that husavik is quite known for its whale watching, but is it really that much better than watching from reykjavik or akureyi to warrant a special trip to that city just to do it. Get your warm clothes and get ready down at husavik harbour. Akureyri classic whale watching whale watching akureyri.