RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri
Overview
This is the original small-group RIB boat tour from Akureyri. Join us for a thrilling 2-hour adventure zooming the fjord between the magnificent mountains along with our best and most experienced guide and skipper.
We will travel the fjord in search for seabirds and whales that reside in the fjord. Once we've caught a sight of the wildlife, we will be sure to maintain a safe and respectable distance - in our experience, this provides the best quality encounter, for both whale and watcher!
What's Included
- Personal service with only 12 passengers per boat
- Excellent live commentary
- Whale guarantee (or try again for free on our big boat)
- Specially trained captain
- 2 hr. RIB boat tour
- Overalls, life-vest, goggles and neoprene gloves
- Pickup (not available)
- Food (not available)
Meeting Location
Oddeyrarbót 2
600 Akureyri, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Join us for a 2 hr. whale watching cruise by RIB where you will get the chance to encounter the local Eyjafjord humpback whales! Zoom into the fjord on our comfortable boat with our experienced captain and excellent crew. Explore and experience nature close up!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 10 years of age or 145 cm (4 ft 7 in).
- In the unlikely event of cancellation due to not enough passengers, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- The tour is subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Passengers may be required to sign a waiver on arrival stating that you understand the risk of booking said tour.
- You must fit into one of our overalls (3-XL) and be able to sit comfortably in your saddle-like seat to join the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-51009P7
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Average 5.00 out of 5 stars based on 16 traveler reviews collected by Cool Shore Excursions and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- Personal service with only 12 passengers per boat.
- Excellent live commentary.
- Whale guarantee (or try again for free on our big boat).
- Specially trained captain.
- 2 hr. RIB boat tour.
- Overalls, life-vest, goggles and neoprene gloves.
- Pickup (not available).
- Food (not available).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 10. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri is as follows:
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for RIB boat express: Whales, Eyjafjord and Akureyri will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Personal service with only 12 passengers per boat
- Excellent live commentary
- Whale guarantee (or try again for free on our big boat)
- Specially trained captain
- 2 hr. RIB boat tour
- Overalls, life-vest, goggles and neoprene gloves
- Pickup (not available)
- Food (not available)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- 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
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum age is 10 years of age or 145 cm (4 ft 7 in).
- In the unlikely event of cancellation due to not enough passengers, you will be offered an alternative or a full refund.
- The tour is subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund.
- Passengers may be required to sign a waiver on arrival stating that you understand the risk of booking said tour.
- You must fit into one of our overalls (3-XL) and be able to sit comfortably in your saddle-like seat to join the tour.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
