Description
Search Eyjafjörður for whales from a traditional Icelandic oak boat, departing from the small fishing village of Hauganes.
The experienced local crew follows recent wildlife activity through Iceland's longest fjord, with mountain scenery and quiet coastal villages surrounding the route. Move between open-air viewing areas and sheltered space while the guide helps you spot and understand the animals.
This departure is dedicated entirely to whale watching and does not include sea angling. Every sailing follows the wildlife, weather and sea conditions of the day, so the exact route and sightings vary naturally.
What is included
- Approximately 2.5-hour whale-watching cruise
- English-speaking local guide
- Warm flotation overalls and onboard safety equipment
- Coffee and light refreshments
- Blankets available on board
What do I need to bring
- Warm layers suitable for colder conditions at sea
- Waterproof and windproof outerwear
- Hat and gloves
- Flat, sturdy footwear with good grip
- Camera or phone
Good to know
- Meet at the Whale Watching Hauganes ticket office, Hafnargata 2, 621 Hauganes.
- Arrive 30 minutes before departure for check-in and boarding.
- Wildlife moves freely, so species, number of animals and viewing distance vary on every sailing.
- The operator may change, postpone or cancel a departure when weather or sea conditions make sailing unsuitable.
- This departure focuses fully on whale watching and does not include sea angling.
Highlights
- Traditional Icelandic oak boat
- Whale habitat in scenic Eyjafjörður
- Small fishing-village departure from Hauganes
- Warm flotation overalls and refreshments included
- Experienced local whale-watching crew
Whale Watching from Hauganes
The trip sails on a renovated traditional Icelandic oak boat. These spacious vessels offer open-air viewing areas as well as shelter when you need a break from the weather.
Plan for approximately 2.5 hours on the water. Sailing time can vary by about 30 minutes as the crew responds to wildlife activity and sea conditions.
Meet at the Whale Watching Hauganes ticket office at Hafnargata 2 in Hauganes and arrive 30 minutes before departure.
Humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises and seabirds all occur in Eyjafjordur. The crew follows recent activity, while the wildlife present varies naturally from day to day.
The price includes the guided cruise, warm flotation overalls, safety equipment, coffee and light refreshments. Blankets are also available on board.
Wear warm layers with waterproof and windproof outerwear, plus a hat, gloves and flat footwear with good grip. Conditions at sea often feel colder than they do on land.
The operator may postpone or cancel when sea or weather conditions are unsuitable. In that case, you will be offered another available departure or a refund according to the booking terms.
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