On the most affordable whale watching trip departing from reykjavik, the most commonly spotted animals are minke whales, whitebeaked dolphins and harbour porpoises, but the chances of seeing the humpback heavyweight, are much higher on a husavik whale. Theres also some places for opportunistic whale watching while doing a regular nature tour, i. The tour can possibly have a different starting point, route and theme of topics according to the groups interest. Whale watching and in iceland in october october comes just after the end of the summer, meaning that most migratory animals are now on their way out of the country. Iceland is among the best locations in europe for whale watching. Whale tours can best be taken starting at husavik or the snaefellsnes peninsula, but tours are also offered starting from the capital reykjavik or from akureyri close to husavik. They are lurking around all year round though, i would very much like to point that out. The best time of year to see whales in the waters around iceland is from april to october. Reykjavik whale watching in iceland itsallbee travel blog. Whale watching in iceland tips and tricks for families.
Hi all, just wondering if anyone knows if there is much chance of seeing anything on a whale watching tour in february. Whale watching is operated from various locations around iceland. It is a great sea excursion that will leave you amazed. Whales and dolphins are at their greatest numbers during the summer months between april and october when the marine beasts come to feed on the plankton that thrives on the nutrientrich deposits of icelands bays. The puffin watching tours with special tours, puffin express, have been popular for over 20 years. The best season for whale watching in most parts of iceland is between april and. Whale watching in october reykjavik forum tripadvisor. I know that its weather dependent, but would the sea generally be rough at that time of. Experience the best iceland has to offer with spectacular whale watching opportunities. Like most cities, it is a fusion of the historic and the new.
Today, iceland is one of a handful of countries that formally object clarification needed to an ongoing moratorium established by the international whaling commission in 1986, and that still. Whale watching in reykjavik iceland on the go tours us. The focus is naturally on the giants of the sea and we hope to see minke and humpback whales, harbour porpoises and whitebeaked dolphins. We are planning a 7 days trip to iceland in mid october and are very interested in whale watching. Whale watching reykjavik tours, iceland special tours.
Elding even take a few pictures too which were free to download. Here you can find out about both the weather conditions as well as the types and quantity of whales they are seeing. Set off in search of minke whales, humpbacks and more on this whalewatching cruise from reykjavik. Whale watching tours are often combined with sea angling and puffin watching. Whaletrips iceland the best tips for whale watching in. Over the years we have increased our service into other adventures at sea. Iceland is among the top 10 best whalewatching sites worldwide. We saw the northern lights last night 622016 just off reykjavik with elding sea adventures fantastic we were only 5 minutes in to the 2 hour cruise and there they were. Whale watching in iceland is becoming more and more popular. Two of the reykjavik whale watching companies publish daily posts with updates about their whale watching trips. Whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland elding. Between 2012 and 20, the number of whale watchers increased by 45,000, and the total number is now around 200,000 annually. Whales of iceland reykjavik 2020 all you need to know before. However, many whales stay in the icelandic waters throughout the year.
Iceland the best tips for whale watching in iceland whaletrips. We were going to visit and explore reykjavik for a few days before leaving to explore iceland in a campervan. This orca whale watching tour is operated by one of our reliable partners. And it is always hard to say about the weather in iceland. Be prepared to capture a photo of the giant whales of iceland. Book your tickets online for whale watching reykjavik special tours, reykjavik. Throughout your cruise, listen to the knowledgeable guides insightful commentary, and have your camera ready to.
The ultimate guide to iceland in april guide to iceland. This can involve a whale watching tour, a northern lights tour, sightseeing tour, sea angling tour or anything your heart desires. Join us on a icelandic whale watching tour from the old harbor of reykjavik. Weather at sea is always colder than on land and therefore we recommend dressing appropriately, by wearing warm clothing and good sturdy shoes. The peak season for activity is from june to august. There are many whale watching companies that will help you see the massive sea animals in their natural habitat. You can also borrow one of our warm blankets and overalls. Whale watching reykjavik special tours 2020 what to. Lots of good information to read if you have the interest.
Visit the whales of iceland exhibition with lifesized models, an interactive installation and virtual reality experience. Is it possible to see the humpback whales and where would it. As with whale watching, a wealth of tour operators. The whaleplanner september a whale watching infographic. Whale watching has blossomed over the last few years and at least companies run whalewatching trips from various places around iceland. All the year around youll be able to see a variety of whales by the coast, from the minke, humpback and killer whales to whitebeaked dolphins and harbor porpoises. Whale watching gained popularity after the first outing at skjalfandi bay in 1995.
The various types of whales commonly sighted include minke whales, whitebeaked dolphins, harbour propises and. Reykjavik is a fantastic city and one where most begin their iceland adventure. Elding whale watching, reykjavik elding operates daily whale watching tours from reykjavik harbor. The north of iceland is known as the capital of whale watching. Whale watching reykjavik special tours all you need to.
As time passes, one would assume the whales will soon leave and start their journey towards warmer waters. Get app whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition in. Whale watching season is from april to midoctober with a peak in june. The good thing about whale watching from reykjavik is that you dont have to go far to spot whales and they are spotted in almost. In general, the different whale watching companies share information, and so most trips see nearly the same whales. We are planning a 7 days trip to iceland in mid october and are very interested in whalewatching. Elding is the original whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland, offering also sea angling, puffing watching and northern lights tours. You can see all the other aquatic species, all sorts of wildlife and at the same time enjoy the splendid scenery around the coast of iceland.
While on the cliffside, be careful not to venture too close to the edge as puffins burrow in the cliffs, making the ground quite unstable. We are hoping to do a whale watching trip, but arent sure if it is a waste of time. Step aboard to see and hear these majestic creatures at close quarters. Whale watching in iceland has become increasingly popular. At least one of the reykjavik whalewatching operators publishes their trip diary on the web, so you can read their trip diary for last september and see just what it was like, how many trips were cancelled due to rough seas, how many whales they saw and of what kind. The girlfriend is obsessed with whales despite never seeing one and would love to see one while we are over there. This is a small group tour only 12 person per boat with specially trained whale guide and certified rib boat captain. On october 18th 2006, the government of iceland decided to allow commercial whaling again, and the first whale boat steamed 100 nautical miles out, almost to the fishing limits between iceland and greenland, looking for fin whales. Year round whale watching tours from reykjavik iceland. Iceland orca whale watching on snaefellsnes killer whales west. It might be pretty cold though but the whale watching tour are going all year.
How to go whale watching in iceland whats on in iceland. Whale watching tour from reykjavik guide to iceland. The high peak season for whale watching is from april to october, but of course the ocean is always full of adventures. The high season for whale watching starts in april and lasts until midoctober. Three mps had also called for an inquiry into whaling in the autumn of 2012. Elding is the original whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland. How to choose the best whale watching tours in iceland and norway. The best season for whale watching in most parts of iceland is therefore between april and october. Board a fabulous, fast boat for the whale watching express tour. Is it possible to see the humpback whales and where would it be the best spots for whale watching. Chances to encounter them are best from midjune to midjuly when they are on their way north and from midseptember when theyre heading. Is it possible to see the humpback whales and where would it be the best spots for whalewatching.
You can sight a lot of whales from the harbour at reykjavik. On this whale watching excursion you will be able to get up close to some of icelands amazing wildlife. The ultimate guide to iceland in october guide to iceland. Also where are the best chances of i will be in iceland midseptember. Whale watching tour from reykjavik, iceland arctic. Toprated reykjavik whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. This classic whale watching tour sails yearround and is one of the largest whalewatching boats in iceland. Even though our whale watching season will finish in less than a month, whalewise we cant really. Does anyone know how good the whale watching is out of reykjavik at that time of year. So i would definitely recommend you to go on the whale watching tour in november. The seas surrounding this beautiful city attracts several special species of whales, making reykjavik a perfect destination for whale watching. We rented an apartment right by the seafront in laekir and a short walk to harpa concert hall and the marina where the majority of iceland whale watching tours leave from. Whaling in iceland began with speardrift hunting as early as the 12th century, and continued in a vestigial form until the late 19th century, when other countries introduced modern commercial practices.
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