Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central
Overview
Eyjafjörður's sheltered waters are some of the most reliable whale habitat in Iceland. Aboard the Lilja, dressed in warm provided overalls, you'll cruise with an expert guide who knows exactly where humpbacks and minke whales surface to feed — plus what to look for when amazing seabirds appear alongside the boat.
What's Included
- Free onboard Wi-Fi
- Whale sightings guarantee — no whales spotted? Free try again ticket.
- Complimentary seasickness tablets available on board
- Heated indoor saloon with panoramic windows, plus open viewing decks
- Warm, floatable thermal overalls — adult and children's sizes provided
- Expert English-speaking guide with live wildlife commentary
- Food and drinks (available to purchase from the onboard café)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Oddeyrarbót 1
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
Whale watching in Akureyri, right from the city centre. Sail Eyjafjörður with an expert guide who knows these waters and the wildlife in them — humpbacks, minke whales and seabirds. If nothing surfaces, your next tour is free.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If cancelled due to unsuitable sailing conditions, you will be give the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
- Operates in a variety of weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 189 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (10)
Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
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Activity code: C-5477P26
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Frequently Asked Questions (10)
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central. 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).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- Free onboard Wi-Fi.
- Whale sightings guarantee — no whales spotted? Free try again ticket.
- Complimentary seasickness tablets available on board.
- Heated indoor saloon with panoramic windows, plus open viewing decks.
- Warm, floatable thermal overalls — adult and children's sizes provided.
- Expert English-speaking guide with live wildlife commentary.
- Food and drinks (available to purchase from the onboard café).
- Gratuities.
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 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. 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 Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central 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
- Free onboard Wi-Fi
- Whale sightings guarantee — no whales spotted? Free try again ticket.
- Complimentary seasickness tablets available on board
- Heated indoor saloon with panoramic windows, plus open viewing decks
- Warm, floatable thermal overalls — adult and children's sizes provided
- Expert English-speaking guide with live wildlife commentary
- Food and drinks (available to purchase from the onboard café)
- Gratuities
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- If cancelled due to unsuitable sailing conditions, you will be give the option of an alternative date or a full refund.
- Operates in a variety of weather conditions, please dress appropriately
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 189 travelers
