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Whale Watching on board a Traditional Oak Boat from Árskógssandur

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful …More

Experience the stunning scenery of Eyjafjörður while discovering the incredible wildlife of the North, all under the guidance and expertise of our qualified crew. Playful...

2 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (78)
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$74
Húsavík: Whale Watching Tour with Heated Indoor Seating

Welcome to our small, family-run whale watching company in Húsavík, Iceland’s whale watching capital. Our family has been sailing Skjálfandi Bay since 1994, and today …More

Welcome to our small, family-run whale watching company in Húsavík, Iceland’s whale watching capital. Our family has been sailing Skjálfandi Bay since 1994, and today...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.8 (166)
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$78
Traditional Whale Watching from Husavik by Local Family Company

Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay Discover …More

Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay Discover...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.6 (285)
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$82
Short Riding Tour with Eye-Catching Photos at Waterfall

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll take home beautiful photos next to impressive Reykjafoss Waterfall as well as a memory of riding our mighty Icelandic …More

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On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll take home beautiful photos next to impressive Reykjafoss Waterfall as well as a memory of riding our mighty Icelandic...

30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (11)
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$86
Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Experience the Original Húsavík Whale Watching tour that has built a reputation for the town of Húsavík as the capital of whale watching in Iceland. …More

Experience the Original Húsavík Whale Watching tour that has built a reputation for the town of Húsavík as the capital of whale watching in Iceland....

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (378)
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$89
Zipline Adventure Through Glerárgil River Canyon in Akureyri Town

Experience the thrill of ziplining through stunning scenery experienced by few, even the locals. The river canyon, Glerárgil, is a hidden gem of nature splitting …More

Experience the thrill of ziplining through stunning scenery experienced by few, even the locals. The river canyon, Glerárgil, is a hidden gem of nature splitting...

1 hour 45 minutes Free Cancellation
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$95
Whale Watching from the Heart of Akureyri

Explore the wildlife of Akureyri on this original 3-hour tour of the fjord as the boat cruises calmly about the water. This tour takes you through …More

Explore the wildlife of Akureyri on this original 3-hour tour of the fjord as the boat cruises calmly about the water. This tour takes you through...

3 hours Free Cancellation
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$106
Photography tour - Northern light Hunting from Akureyri

Northern lights hunting in the north, Join our mini bus and escape the light pollution of the city and go with us outside Akureyri to …More

Northern lights hunting in the north, Join our mini bus and escape the light pollution of the city and go with us outside Akureyri to...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (8)
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$108
Godafoss Waterfall & Fjord Views Small-Group Tour from Akureyri

Embark on a hassle-free exploration of Iceland's wonders. From the majestic Goðafoss Waterfall to stunning fjord views, our expert-guided tour ensures an immersive journey through …More

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Embark on a hassle-free exploration of Iceland's wonders. From the majestic Goðafoss Waterfall to stunning fjord views, our expert-guided tour ensures an immersive journey through...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.9 (23)
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$117
The Viking Horse Riding Experience in North Iceland

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll enjoy the diversity of the Icelandic landscape. Our reliable and strong horses will carry you directly into nature’s tranquility …More

On this exceptional all-seasons tour, you‘ll enjoy the diversity of the Icelandic landscape. Our reliable and strong horses will carry you directly into nature’s tranquility...

1 hour 30 minutes Free Cancellation
5.0 (54)
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$118
Horse Riding Tour and Explore Scenery in Gásir Akureyri

The breathtaking view wherever you look. Standing on the farm looking at the ocean, mountains and the whole fjord. You like animals and love horses, …More

The breathtaking view wherever you look. Standing on the farm looking at the ocean, mountains and the whole fjord. You like animals and love horses,...

1 hour Free Cancellation
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$126
Whales and Puffins Tour from Husavik

On your combined tour of puffin and whale watching, you will get up-close to the famous puffin island of Lundey, followed by a whale watching …More

On your combined tour of puffin and whale watching, you will get up-close to the famous puffin island of Lundey, followed by a whale watching...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.7 (67)
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$130
Akureyri Winter Godafoss Tour

Our winter Goðafoss tour is designed to let you truly connect with one of Iceland’s most magical waterfalls. We spend extra time at the waterfall …More

Our winter Goðafoss tour is designed to let you truly connect with one of Iceland’s most magical waterfalls. We spend extra time at the waterfall...

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (18)
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$133
Original Carbon Neutral Whale Watching Tour from Húsavík

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance …More

Experience this whale Watching tour aboard Andvari, our electric whale watching boat, offering a smooth and peaceful sailing experience in Skjálfandi Bay. With minimum disturbance...

3 hours Free Cancellation
4.7 (70)
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$135
Whale and Puffin Watching around Skjálfandi Bay from Husavik

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on …More

Spend approx. 3 hours at sea enjoying the wild nature on a traditional oak boat and get the best of both whales and puffins on...

3 hours 30 minutes Free Cancellation
4.8 (85)
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$139
Akureyri Northern Light Tour

We pick you up from your hotel in the evening and together we go in search of the Northern Lights in a comfortable coach/mini bus. …More

We pick you up from your hotel in the evening and together we go in search of the Northern Lights in a comfortable coach/mini bus....

2 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.9 (13)
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$141
Northern Lights Classic MiniBus Tour from Akureyri

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town …More

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated local Northern Lights guide. Our hunt takes you from Akureyri town...

2 to 3 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.6 (70)
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$143
Deacon Horse Riding Tour

To be free in the mountains on horseback is nothing short of breathtaking. Join us for the 1 1/2 hour adventure on horseback to the …More

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To be free in the mountains on horseback is nothing short of breathtaking. Join us for the 1 1/2 hour adventure on horseback to the...

2 hours 15 minutes Free Cancellation
4.9 (49)
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$153
Hiking with Husky in Akureyri

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk …More

Have you ever dreamed to spend a unforgettable moment with huskies surrounded by incredible nature? On this hike, we take some dogs for a walk...

2 hours Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
5.0 (74)
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$153
Goðafoss and Akureyri Botanic Garden Shared Shore Excursion

Join us for a short small group tour to the famous Goðafoss Waterfall, one of the most popular tourist destination in North Iceland.​ On the …More

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Join us for a short small group tour to the famous Goðafoss Waterfall, one of the most popular tourist destination in North Iceland.​ On the...

3 hours 30 minutes Hotel pickup offered Free Cancellation
4.8 (8)
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$158

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