Whale Watching from Akureyri with Roundtrip Transfer
Description
This is more than a whale watching tour, it’s a personal experience built on passion, family, and a deep connection to the ocean. Your company is family-owned and operated, created from a lifelong dream of sharing the beauty of Eyjafjörður with others. With over 15 years of experience at sea, your captain knows these waters inside out and is dedicated to giving you the best possible experience. We focus on small groups, creating a relaxed and personal atmosphere where every guest feels welcome. This is not a crowded tour, but a chance to truly connect with nature and experience whales in their natural environment. Every trip we run is personal to us. The boat is even named after the son, making each tour a reflection of the family, story, and the love for the ocean. When you join us, you’re not just booking a tour, you’re becoming part of something genuine, meaningful, and unforgettable.
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Itinerary
We will pick you up at the Akureyri Cruise Port on a bus, from there we will drive to Hjalteyri, a small village 20 min from Akureyri. In Hjalteyri we will go aboard on the whale watching boat BRIMIR. We will sail out to find whales that are very commonly seen, then we will head back to dock and take a bus back to the Akureyri Cruise Port.
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Important Information
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Reviews(4)
Cancelled on the morning of our trip. Said it shouldn't have been bookable but l booked weeks ago. Didn't offer us the alternative time he was doing the trip nor organise an alternative. And was still advertising the same trip on other sites. Not trustworthy. Poor start to a new business
Easy pick up on shuttle bus at the cruise port to the boat location. Had plenty of whale sightings as well as puffins and porpoises. I noticed other whale tour boats that were packed with people. Our trip was roomier with space to move around.
Very good with lots of whale information Very informative
Thank you so much for joining us and for your kind review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the tour and found the information about the whales interesting. It was a pleasure having you with us, and we hope the memories from Eyjafjörður stay with you for a long time! Best wishes, The Whale Fairytale team
Small group (around 10 people on my day), easy pick up in front of where the cruise ship was docked. Requires a short road journey (provided by the tour) from Akureyri to Hjalteyri before getting on a boat. This was actually in our favour on our day, the whales were right out of Hjalteyri. The boat (called Brimir) is of a good size, has a clean WC and a coffee machine. Knowledgeable and informative guide Jitka, who speaks good English and happy to answer any questions. After the tour Jitka will also upload the pictures she took of the whale(s), and upload it onto a Google drive for free access.
Thank you so much for this wonderful and detailed review! We’re very happy to hear that you enjoyed the small-group experience, the easy pickup from Akureyri, and your time aboard Brimir. We’ll make sure to pass your kind words on to Jitka — she’ll be delighted to hear them. We’re also glad you enjoyed the complimentary trip photos. Sharing those memories with our guests is something we’re very happy to offer. Thank you for choosing Whale Fairytale and for taking the time to share your experience! Best wishes, The Whale Fairytale team
