Day 6 Reykjavik - Whale Watching Experience

Duration
4hr
Available
Day 6 8:30 am
Activity Level
Moderate - Full participation may require extended periods of walking over even and uneven surfaces, steep terrain and/or water activity in a slight current. There may be steps, inclines, cobblestone surfaces, and extended periods of standing. Participants with physical limitations should take this into account.
 
Overview
An opportunity not to be missed! Iceland has quickly become known as the ‘whale watching’ capital of northern Europe’. Reykjavik offers some of the best whale-watching opportunities in Europe and a wide variety of marine mammals are spotted regularly as they come into the bay to feed. Among those whales are Minke, Fin, and Blue whales. Sometimes guests can also expect to see the Humpback whale, which is easily identified by their enormous black and white pectoral fins (flippers), lumps of tubercles on the snout and lower lips, and their big bushy blow. The Humpback whale is certainly one of nature’s most impressive creatures. A large number of seabirds including puffins and other marine mammals are also regularly spotted out in the bay - such as the fun-loving harbor porpoises and white-beaked dolphins who often come up close to the boats to playfully surf alongside the boats.
Highlights
Enjoy extraordinary Eco-Friendly whale watching tour through Eyjafjordur's pristine waters.
Have the possibility to see blue whales and fin whales, the two largest animals in the world.
By participating you can contribute to vital marine research, aiding in the understanding and protection of our marine ecosystem.
Important details and advisements
The weather in Iceland is very unpredictable. It is highly recommended to wear warm weather and waterproof clothing, as well as appropriate footwear with a non-slip sole.
Whale sightings cannot be guaranteed.
Prime period for whale watching in Iceland is during the late spring to early autumn months (May - September).
Tour and views are highly weather dependent. For safety reasons, if weather is unfavorable, tour may be canceled at the last minute.
Interacting with animals is unpredictable. Please be aware of inherent risks.
There is a steep staircase to negotiate to get down to the sitting area.
Please note that the boat tour can be 2.5-3.5 hours depending on weather, sea conditions and location of whales.
Warm overalls are provided during the tour.