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Express Whale Watching in Dalvik close to Akureyri north Iceland

4.821 reviewsDalvik

  • 2 hours
  • Free cancellation up to 24h before
  • Guided in English
  • Instant confirmation

Highlights

Exciting Express Whale Watching Speedboat Tour in a Rib Boat from Dalvik. Amazing 99% whale, dolphin or seal sighting success. If you don't see a whale or a dolphin then we will give you another tour for free. The tour that takes place within the majestic mountains and in the picturesque landscape of Eyjafjordur in North Iceland. The speed gives us an excellent opportunity to go further and sail through a wider area. Between April 15th and August 15th the puffins are abundant in the fjord and we are likely to see them on our tour. The thrill of going fast on the water is not to be ignored and you can expect great excitement and a wonderful whale watching adventure. Arctic Sea Tours offer passengers suspension seats, which makes this tour safer and gives you more comfort. They are scientifically proven to provide better Shock Mitigation than any other seats. Suspension seats reduce the risk of injuries and physical fatigue. Come join us for a recommended whale watching adventure

Inclusions

What's included

  • Flotation coveralls
  • Life vests

Itinerary

  1. Dalvik is a charming fishing village 30 minute drive from Akureyri north Iceland.

    1 h

  2. We sail out to Eyjafjordur which is the longest fjord in Iceland and known for amazing whale watching grounds. Picturesque landscape and majestic mountains on sight.

    2 h

  3. Hrísey Island lies like a pearl in the middle of Eyjafjordur. Whale watching normally takes place close to the Island or we pass by the it.

    Passes by

  4. In this tour we very often if possible stop by to look for seals as in 50% of the tours they are home.

    5 min

Cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.

Reviews

4.8

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Know before you go

Meeting point
Ticket office is by the N1 gas station
Pickup
Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
Ticket type
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group size
Up to 12 travellers
Operated by
Arctic Sea Tours
  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

How it compares in Akureyri

  • Its from-price is 13% below the median of the 133 experiences we list in Akureyri.
  • It is shorter than most of them.
  • By number of reviews it ranks 58 of 133.
  • The operator lists free cancellation on it.

About Akureyri

Akureyri, at the head of a long fjord in North Iceland, is a small northern town with a hillside church, a botanical garden and big mountain views.

Akureyri lies at the head of Eyjafjörður, one of the longest fjords in Iceland, with snowy mountains rising on both sides. It is the largest town in the north and is often called the capital of North Iceland. The Akureyri Church, a stark concrete building designed by Guðjón Samúelsson, stands on a hill above the centre at the top of a broad flight of steps, and the botanical garden is one of the most northerly in the world.

Top-ranked sights in Akureyri: Godafoss, Dimmuborgir, Earth Lagoon Mývatn.

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