Whale Watching Tour from Akureyri City Central
Overview
Set off in search of minke whales, humpbacks and more on this whale-watching cruise from Akureyri. Pull on a pair of provided coveralls and then stay on the lookout for harbor porpoises, white-beaked dolphins and whales as you cut through the still waters. Throughout your cruise, listen to the knowledgeable guide’s insightful commentary, and have your camera ready to capture Akureyri’s native marine life in the wild.
What's Included
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary sea sickness tablets, if needed
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children's sizes!
- Heated indoor seating areas
- NEW - Special Tours App (available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese)
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour - sightings guarantee!
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
- Gratuities
Meeting Location
Strandgata
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 a whale watching tour with an expert guide in search of marine wildlife. Your guide will tell you all about the surrounding area and what types of ocean and bird life you can expect to see.
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 180 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5477P26
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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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 WiFi.
- Complimentary sea sickness tablets, if needed.
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children's sizes!.
- Heated indoor seating areas.
- NEW - Special Tours App (available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese).
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour - sightings guarantee!.
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board).
- 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 City Boat Tours. 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 2024What's Included
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary sea sickness tablets, if needed
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children's sizes!
- Heated indoor seating areas
- NEW - Special Tours App (available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese)
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour - sightings guarantee!
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
- 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 180 travelers
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