Things to do in Iceland, Iceland: The Best Dolphin & Whale Watching

July 29, 2021 Frederic Celentano

Iceland (/ˈaɪslənd/ ( listen); Icelandic: Ísland, pronounced [ˈistlant]) is a Nordic island country in the North Atlantic, with a population of 348,580 and an area of 103,000 km (40,000 sq mi), making it the most sparsely populated country in Europe. The capital and largest city is Reykjavík. Reykjavík and the surrounding areas in the southwest of the country are home to over two-thirds of the population.
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1. Arctic Sea Tours Whale Watching

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Arctic Sea Tours Whale Watching

Arctic Sea Tours is located in Dalvik in the North of Iceland, not far from Akureyri. Dalvik is a charming fishing village on the Tröllaskagi Peninsula, an area that is known for its excellent whale watching conditions. The tours take place in the Eyjafjörður fjord, where you can find various types of whales including humpback whales, minke whales and the majestic blue whale as well as other fascinating wildlife like dolphins & various bird species. On average we have a 98% sightings success on our tours, making it the best in the country. Our rib boat express tour adds an adrenaline pumping experience, as we go faster and even further allowing us to cover more area in hopes of seeing more wildlife! Join us for a fun & exciting whale watching adventure!

2. Happy Tours Iceland

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Happy Tours Iceland

Happy Tours Iceland is a small family business. We offer small group sea fishing tours from Reykjavík. Our main goal is to provide a fun, local and curious experience for our guests. We take max. 11 passengers on a fishing tour, that gives us the opportunity to give personal service to everyone.

3. Salka Whale Watching

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Salka Whale Watching

At Salka Whale Watching we offer you the ultimate whale watching holiday and so much more. Imagine spending three hours at sea on board a beautiful oak boat amidst stunning surroundings. You get a chance to see humpback whales, white beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoise as well as puffins and all kinds of sea birds. 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! Discounts to two restaurants and the local whale museum come with the ticket. We are located in beautiful Husavik on Iceland´s north coast. This place is known to be Europe´s best place to see whales... So what are you waiting for?

4. GetLocal

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GetLocal

We are dedicated to helping travellers have the best experience while visiting Iceland. The company was founded by a group of seasoned travellers who know how hard it is to find a truly local experience. Come by our visitor center located on Reykjavik's main shopping street and let the GetLocal local experts help you plan your adventure in Iceland.

5. Keli Sea Tours

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Keli Sea Tours

Come aboard an traditional Icelandic oak boat and travel Eyjafjorður. Experience the wildlife and weather traveling from Akureyri around one of the most beautiful fjords in Iceland. Whale watching adventure with birds and other wildlife surely enriching the experience. We set off close to Hof, downtown Akureyri .

6. Whale Watching Hauganes

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Whale Watching Hauganes

Whale Watching Hauganes is the oldest whale watching tour operator in Iceland based just 25 minute drive north from Akureyri. You will enjoy a fantastic scenery, birdlife, and of course the diverse range of whale species of Eyjafjordur. Commonly, we see Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, Harbour Porpoise, and White Beaked Dolphins. If you're lucky, you may even catch a glimpse of a Killer Whale or a Blue Whale! Enjoy a little sea angling on the return trip and have your catch filleted to take with you. In 2017 we had a 100% success rate of spotting whales and expect no less this year! With our carbon neutral program, a cooperative effort with our local authorities, we neutralize the carbon emissions we create through our special Whale Forest forestry plan. Also, our oak boats run partially on biodiesel made from recycled cooking oil from local restaurants. Our guests can therefore be assure that by traveling with Whale Watching Hauganes they minimize their carbon footprint.

7. Viking Heliskiing Iceland

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Viking Heliskiing Iceland

Viking Heliskiing specializes in heliskiing trips in the north part of Iceland. Troll Peninsula is our main heli-skiing area, a world class skiing area with thousands of slopes waiting for their first descents. Viking has a powerful team of skilful and experienced ski guides, specializing in challenging conditions. The Troll peninsula, our main skiing area, has variable terrain to offer and choices that should fit all types of skiers. During winter you can ski until it is dark and watch the majestic northern lights dance in the sky. In the springtime, there is nothing like skiing down slopes in between the towering peaks, ending the ride where the shoreline meets the North Atlantic.

8. Reykjavik by Boat

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Reykjavik by Boat

Reykjavik by Boat is a group of people, dedicated to offer a secure and enjoyable tours at sea around Reykjavik. Our aim is to provide a personal service and a calm atmosphere so that your time with us will be both memorable and fun. Staying true to our aim we offer trips on smaller vessels giving everybody a close-up scenery to our attractions. The main attractions in our boat tours is bird watching, especially puffins which have been nesting on the islands around Reykjavík for years. The new perspective of seeing Reykjavík from the sea, the islands on the bay and the majestic mountains surrounding the city. And finally, whale watching in Faxaflói, giving you a breathtaking scenery of these creatures in the wild. The sheer size of them continue to amaze even our experienced skippers.

9. Husavik Adventures

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Husavik Adventures

Husavik Adventures offers a unique experience for travelers in Iceland. We offer RIB whale watching and nature experience sailing trips on fast RIB boats at Skjalfandi Bay outside Husavik. Husavik is known as the Whale Capital of Iceland and is located in the northern part of the country on the eastern shore of Skjalfandi Bay. Our mission is to create an unforgettable experience for our passengers by showing them nature at its best.

10. Sea Trips Amelia Rose

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Sea Trips Amelia Rose

Sea Trips Reykjavik offers luxury whale watching tour, northern lights cruise, private and custom yacht rental in Reykjavik, Iceland. We provide passengers with the adventure of a lifetime through excellent customer service, first class vessels and the highest possible safety standards. We emphasize science and conservation while maintaining a fun and professional atmosphere.

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