• Akureyri - This is the starting point, from where the journey heads north towards Hauganes, approximately a 30-minute drive.
• Hauganes - In Hauganes, at the whale watching center, participants will don exposure suits and venture out to sea.
• Eyjafjörður - On the Eyjafjörður fjord, the group will search for whales and puffins.
• Akureyri - After the excursion, the group returns to Akureyri, a 30-minute drive.

• Exposure Suit
• On-board restrooms
• Tea and coffee

• Gratuities

Whale Watching and Puffin Tours provide an exceptional chance to witness Iceland’s wildlife in its natural environment. Departing from the picturesque village of Hauganes, a mere 30 minutes from Akureyri, this 2–3 hour excursion offers breathtaking fjord views alongside intimate encounters with whales and seabirds.

As the tour sails across the tranquil waters of Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord, participants are enveloped by majestic mountains and abundant birdlife. This region is renowned as one of the nation’s most dependable whale watching spots, where humpback whales are commonly observed, along with minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises.

A tour highlight includes a scenic voyage towards Hrísey, which hosts vibrant puffin colonies during the nesting season. These iconic seabirds can be spotted nesting on cliffs and soaring over the water.

Since 1993, Whale Watching Hauganes has operated this tour, blending expertise, comfort, and genuine wildlife experiences.

• Not recommended to those prone to motion sickness

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.