Elding is the original whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland, offering also sea angling, puffing watching and northern lights tours. Year round whale watching tours from reykjavik iceland. Whale watching, northern lights by boat, puffin watching, sea angling and much more. On this escorted tour of iceland start and end in reykjavik, and witness these natural wonders while enjoying fun and unique experiences. Fishing has been the main occupation for the villagers for centuries and tourism is increasing every year. Since 1929, iceland s oldest tour operator, offering over 250 fixed departure tours from 515 days in iceland and greenland for groups or individuals. Best of iceland summer special golden circle, whale. Iceland whale watching from reykjavik gray line tours. Spot all kinds of different marine life from the large outside viewing decks and hear interesting. Rib express whale wathing this is a once in a lifetime boat experience.
Whale watching reykjavik special tours updated april. Into the blue whale watching in iceland discover the world. Iceland travels terms and conditions contain legal obligations. Whale watching reykjavik special tours 2020 all you. Pictures taken on every tour, available to download free of charge. Hunting the northern lights from the ocean is an amazing experience. Special tours offers amazing sea adventures from reykjavik, iceland. While tours are less frequent in winter, they do offer the chance to experience the incredible spectacle of the northern lights from the water. That is where you find the whale watching company arctic sea tours. The annual icelandair midatlantic tradeshow was held in reykjavik last week and gentle giants took an active part as usual.
We are a licensed day tour provider and operate as a part of elding adventure at sea and whale safari. The high season for whale watching starts in april and lasts until midoctober. Watching whales has become one of the most common activities among foreign visitors to north iceland. 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 and whitebeaked dolphins among other whale species. When you go whale watching from reykjavik you will get a spectacular view of the city as well as seeing the whales. They are running a charming oak boat and offers light refreshments on board. From minke and humpback whales to dolphins, orcas, porpoises and birds, icelands remote coastal areas are teeming with a wide range of marine creatures.
Whalewatching tour from reykjavik iceland activities. Follow in the footsteps of the vikings of old as you walk down into the rift valley where the american and eurasian continental plates are literally pulling apart at. Whale safari iceland reykjavik all you need to know. Whale watching locations in iceland arctic sea tours. Oct 20, 2017 your whale watching reykjavik adventure with special tours begins at the old harbour, just minutes away from the city centre. Best whale watching in iceland season, cheap tours, everything you need to know. Special tours and whales of iceland have partnered up to offer this combo tour, allowing you to see these beautiful animals in the wild and then see fullscale models of them to get an idea of just how big they actually are. 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. 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. In the winter, its a whole new experience with the fresh, crisp air and a lowlying sun casting a warm glow over the whitecapped mountains. The tour can possibly have a different starting point, route and theme of topics according to the groups interest. Experience the best iceland has to offer with spectacular whale watching opportunities. Minke whales are by far the most common great whale in icelands waters, with many migrating here throughout summer and a few lingering through the winter months.
So check out the special tours diary andor the elding diary. Iceland is a country known for its natural wonders. The north of iceland is known as the capital of whale watching. Whale watching from reykjavik with special tours youtube. September 24, 2018 surrounded on either sides by the north atlantic ocean and arctic ocean, iceland is definitely one of the best places in the world to go whale watching.
Winter tours in iceland, summer tours in iceland, we. The success rate of the summer tours is over 95%, in the north, this is even higher at 98%. Reykjavik whale watching 2020 all you need to know before. Our tour selection combines of whale watching, northern lights by boat, puffin, rib and. Whale watching is operated from various locations around iceland. Pull on a pair of provided coveralls and then stay on the lookout for harbor porpoises, whitebeaked dolphins and whales as you cut through the still waters of faxafloi bay. Response from whalesafariiceland, general manager at whale safari iceland responded sep. The original northern lights by boat tour in iceland. Whale watching reykjavik special tours 2020 all you need.
Whale watching in iceland tips and tricks for families. Special tours wildlife adventures have now partnered with whales of iceland, the spectacular whale exhibition, giving you the opportunity to experience the different whales found around iceland from both land and sea. Whale watchers to iceland can expect to see orcas, humpbacks, minkes and blue whales, while cruising past glaciers and snowcapped mountains with harbor porpoises, seals and puffins for company. Below is a list of the most common species found on whale watching tours in iceland, followed by honourable mentions of some lesscommon ones. The whales most frequently seen on tours with elding are the minke whales, humpback whales, dolphins and porpoises other speces are sometimes spotted. All tour operators have a high success rate, however, those in the north can boast the best success rates of all. Whales populate the area yearround due to the unique sea conditions. Best value whale watching trip from reykjavik guide to iceland. A valid id is required at time of checkin whales of iceland exhibition is located just a 10minute walk from special tours, and is. At the spectacular whales of iceland exhibition in reykjavik you will get to learn. Over 20 species of whales inhabit the waters around iceland. If youre on the fence about whether to try whale watching, you can see if it seems like they are spotting a lot of whales. Whale watching is a mustdo for everyone visiting iceland. Whale watching tours are operated from many of icelands harbors.
Tours whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition. Meeting point is the harbour where you go on board, at the elding whale watching company. We bring you to the best places to watch whales in iceland. Whale watching tours from dalvik, north of iceland if you set the course for the north, your chances of seeing a whale dong his big splash can be up to 98%. Sometimes we have to go far while at other times the whales are quite close to the shore. Our classic tours operate on one of the largest whale watching boats in iceland, and both of our express tours offer a shorter tour while spending the same amount. Get up close to icelands majestic wildlife on this reykjavik super saver that combines a 1hour puffin cruise and a 2. On this combo tour the admission to whales of iceland is included in your whale watching ticket so. Whale watching tours are often combined with sea angling and puffin watching. A true iceland expert, cathy has worked as a guide in iceland for 25 years, and will be leading this special smallgroup holiday. Not only is seeing whales a unique experience but also a trip by boat a nice change from the tours operated on land. Whales and dolphins are at their greatest numbers during the summer months between april and october when the marine beasts come to feed on the plankton that thrives on the nutrientrich deposits of iceland s bays. Langjokull ice cave is a magical experience, the tour has no minimum age and is a wonderful option for the whole family.
Each day we scan the area for signs of whales as we never know for sure where we might find them. This part of the country is rightly famed for active and diverse sea life that abounds in whalewatching hubs. Sea angling at the end of tour 100% whale watching does not include the sea angling all tours are 2,53 hrs long. Auroras at whales of iceland is a northern lights themed visit to the spectacular whales of. That is why akureyri whale watching tours are particularly suitable for families with smaller children, elderlies and people who tend to get seasick. Whale watching tours are operated from the old harbour in reykjavik. Please be at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before departure. Join our wildlife adventures from reykjavik, iceland. Arctic sea tours is located in the seaside village of dalvik, in the north of iceland. Here you can get an overall if you feel cold or just.
They use a clock system to direct you to where the whales are, 12 oclock being straight ahead 6 oclock being behind, and so on. 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. 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 and whitebeaked dolphins. 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.
The waters that surround the island are home to over 20 different species of whale. Northern lights by boat special tours whale watching. Choose which days and in what order you wish to take the tours, then wrap up warmly and head for the harbor. Whale watching tours to search for these magnificent creatures are available all over the country. They form the basis on which bookings are accepted by iceland travel. Most of the whale watching tours sail out from the old harbour in reykjavik as well as neighbouring areas in reykjanesb. Whale watching hauganes is located in a village called hauganes on the west coast of eyjafjordur bay in north iceland. During the summer, wildlife in the bay is at its peak, with sightings of harbor porpoises and other whale species, including orcas and even fin whales. We have picked the best spots, read about them here. Day 1 the golden circle classic is our bestselling day 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. Glide around the rocky shores of akurey island and watch enchanted as puffins nest and dive. Your whale watching reykjavik adventure with special tours begins at the old harbour, just minutes away from the city centre. We can arrange private tours for groups of all sizes, from 1120 people. Hauganes whale watching is the oldest whale watching tour operator in iceland. Special tours whale watching and other tours from reykjavik. The high peak season for whale watching is from april to october, but of course the ocean is always full of adventures. Our whale watching tours are focused mainly on the southern part of faxafloi bay, just off reykjavik. Special tours iceland is at special tours iceland whale watching. When i took a whale watching tour with special tours was great weather. Iceland special tours whale watching and other tours from. Tours whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition in europe. Whale watching andrea whale watching reykjavik special tours. Whale watching in iceland is a relatively new attraction with the first regular trips starting in 1995.
Whale watching tour from reykjavik, iceland arctic adventures. During the winter time special northern light tours are available and during the summer the. However, many whales stay in the icelandic waters throughout the year. Whether you are looking for a classic whale watching tour or thrilling rib boat experience, we have a wide variety of tours in dalvik, reykjavik and snaefellsnes. 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. You can choose to start with whale watching, or with a a trip to the whales of iceland exhibition. Our tours have a 98% success rate for whale sightings thanks to the favorable icelandic waters. Our tour selection combines of whale watching, northern lights by boat, puffin, rib and sea angling tours among other exciting adventures.
If there are no sightings on the tour, you can use your ticket number to reschedule your reservation and join another tour for free. Set off in search of minke whales, humpbacks and more on this whalewatching cruise from reykjavik. Best whale watching in iceland season, cheap tours. Whale watching reykjavik tours, iceland special tours. In general, the different whale watching companies share information, and so most trips see nearly the same whales. As in all other whale watching spots in northern iceland, the main species seen in akureyri are humpback whales, though minke whale, dolphins and harbour porpoise can be spotted sometimes. Add either lunch or dinner and make this an unforgettable experience. On our way to flatey island, experience the beautiful surroundings of skjalfandi bay on board our rib speedboats. From reykjaviks old harbour it is possible to join a whale watching tour any day of the year weather permitting. Vacation whale watching activities in iceland expedia.
This can involve a whale watching tour, a northern lights tour, sightseeing tour, sea angling tour or anything your heart desires. Since then, there has been a tremendous growth in the whale watching business and it is now possible to go whale watching all year from many different ports. Whale watching husavik, iceland gentle giants whale. Aug 20, 2016 in general, the different whale watching companies share information, and so most trips see nearly the same whales. Flatey island is a natural haven for birdlife and is extremely rich and diverse. Weather at sea is always colder than on land and therefore we recommend dressing appropriately, by wearing warm clothing and good sturdy shoes. Had an amazing trip with these guys yesterday, forget the large ferry like crowded boats, the amelia rose is a luxury yacht and the crew go over and above to make sure.
Superb afternoon out whalewatching in this beautiful boat, all the staff very friendly, great welcome and hospitality throughout the trip, you are able to go anywhere on the boat, hot drinks and beers available. Icelands biggest wildlife drawcard is the gentle giant of the sea. Whale watching with our partner company elding has been a favourite with families traveling with young children, these guys have a great success rate in seeing whales upwards of 98% in the summertime. Seeing the gentle giants in their natural surroundings in an awesome experience. Iceland travel offers a variety of tours, packages tickets and services products through its website icelandtravel. Whales of iceland the spectacular whale exhibition, gives you the opportunity to experience the different whales found around iceland from both land and sea. Board a fabulous, fast boat for the whale watching express tour.
Visit our website for bookings and further information. Founded in 1993, we specialize in whale watching and sea angling. If you have the change you should not miss joining us on a whale watching excursion. Whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland elding. Iceland on the web can plan you a very friendly and inexpensive package for whale watching in reykjavik. Whale watching is an incredible experience for people of all ages. Whale watching tours are a fun activity that can be enjoyed by travelers of all ages and group sizes. Having worked as a whale watching guide for over eight years with discover the world, this will be a truly unique celebration of iceland s whales for first timers and seasoned cetacean spotters alike.
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