Whale Watching Tour: 2-Hour Akureyri Adventure

Embark on an exhilarating 2-hour RIB boat experience from Akureyri and witness the majestic humpback whales and other wildlife. Limited to 12 travelers, enjoy personal service and learn from knowledgeable guides. Book now!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Elding Whale Watching Akureyri - This 2 hr. Express whale watching is a small group tour on custom made 12 seater RIB boats, that can get you closer and faster to the optimal whale watching areas. This means a bigger chance of spotting whales, dolphins and bird life with out disturbing any natural behaviours. We guarantee an intimate and up close…
What's Included
  • Overalls, goggles, and gloves for safety
  • Experienced professional guide
  • Life jackets and essential safety equipment
  • Whale sighting guarantee or a free return on the classic tour
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Embark on a 2-hour whale watching journey from Akureyri, limited to a small group of 12 participants for an intimate experience. You’ll be accompanied by a knowledgeable guide who can answer your queries and offer personalised attention. Keep an eye out for humpback whales and other marine creatures. The tour equips you with all necessary safety gear….

Location
Elding Whale Watching Akureyri
Departure Point: The pier by the HOF Cultural Center in downtown Akureyri Address: Oddeyrarbót 2, 600 Akureyri GPS: 65°40'59.8"N / 18°05'09.1"W
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
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Valisas
May 19, 2026
Must do experience in Akureryi! - We had the most amazing experience. Being on the RIB boat was very fun on its own, but we saw the most amazing whale show with Humpbacks all around our boat. One of the highlights of our time in Iceland.
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Jess_c
May 18, 2026
Great trip - recommend - Had a great whale trip, our rib boat was only half full so we were spaced out so everyone always had a great view. The captain and guide were knowledgeable and clearly loved what they do. We saw some harbour porpoise, some minke whale from further afield and a humpback whale. We spent a great amount of time with the humpback, getting up close but without disturbing it and making it uncomfortable- unlike another company who were out there and it felt like they were chasing it which was really sad as the whale then kept deep diving to get away. This is a beautiful location and great trip that was a highlight of our trip around Iceland. Definitely recommend.
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Alinenm69
May 13, 2026
Superb - We loved our outing to observe the whales!
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Himmeli2013
May 1, 2026
Recommended! - Even though it was a rough day and the ride out to see the whales was intensely bumpy, it was well worth it, and we were rewarded with some up close and personal encounters with the whales feeding. Thanks to Jacob and the team for this adventure. PS. If you don't want to get wet and for the bumpy ride to be more bearable, sit in the back, which is what I did...
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Jane_r
Aug 26, 2025
Fantastic experience on... - Fantastic experience on the rib boat and we were very well looked after. Saw so many whale sightings, quite emotional experience for us, especially as one whale breached which was quite a wow moment. Great to have a marine biologist aboard who was very knowledgeable
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Cynthia_s
Aug 22, 2025
Amazing! - This is a true bucket list for us! So exciting and thrilling to see these amazing giants up close! Our guide very knowledgeable and enthusiastic. This was well organized and everything we had hoped for! We got so close we could smell the whales breath!
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Jean_t
Aug 17, 2025
If you have any back, hip... - If you have any back, hip or knee issues I strongly suggest that you don't do this trip. Even though the seats are very comfortable, if its windy then the waves peak and you bounce around in boat pretty aggressively.
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Chr
Aug 16, 2025
Great trip - A well organised trip. Very impressive safety information and professional staff. We saw several whales close to the boat
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Christopher_a
Aug 15, 2025
Absolutely amazing! - Jacob our tour guides was very knowledgeable and incredibly friendly. He knew where to go find the whales and would explain to us what we were seeing as it happened. I would absolutely do this tour again!
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Alessandra_t
Aug 27, 2025
Whales can be seen but from... - The whales can be seen but from afar.the tour leader and 'nice and prepared.sit at the bottom of the boat if you do not wash!
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From $195
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).