Isafjordur Fjord Whale Watching

Name: Isafjordur Fjord Whale Watching
Brand: Civitatis
Price: 119.62 USD
Rating: 9.4 (20 reviews)

We were approx. 2 1/2 hours on sea looking for whales. And finally we found some. Our guide was very communicative and ...

Roland

Are you a wildlife fanatic? If so, this whale-watching tour in Isafjordur, Iceland could be the perfect day out for you. Spot whales and other wildlife over 2.5 hours on the waters of an Icelandic fjord.

Details

Duration

3 hours 30 minutes.

Language

The activity takes place with a guide that speaks in English.

Included

Síf boat ride
English–speaking crew

Supporting documents

Electronic voucher. Have it on your phone.

Minimum age

Not permitted for anyone under 4 years

Sustainability

All services meet our

Pets

Not allowed.

Frequently asked questions

If you have other questions, contact us

Cancellations

If you cancel 7 days before the day of the activity, we will refund you 70%. Any cancellations after this or no-shows on the day will not be refunded.

Free cancellation

From

US$145.07

Meeting point

Mávagard Pier

Reviews of our customers

9.4

Exceptional 302 Travelers·20 reviews

July 13, 2026
Roland
Bremen, Germany
We were approx. 2 1/2 hours on sea looking for whales. And finally we found some. Our guide was very communicative and friendly. We asked him to be b...
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September 3, 2024
Michael
Iserlohn, Germany
The Wale watching tour was perfect. We had a perfect guide und the complete team was flexible and very friendly. On the wale watching tour, we have s...
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July 27, 2024
Elise
Rotterdam, Netherlands
It was amazing to see the whales up close. The boat is a boat where you can stand alone outside. You can see a lot at the front, but at the back of th...
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July 5, 2024
Ivan
Castellón, Spain
Perfect. The guide Alex was amazing. Thank you.
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June 15, 2024
Ferry Blom
Barendrecht, Netherlands
On time as promised. Very relaxing.
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June 15, 2024
Susann
Dresden, Germany
Whalewatching
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September 6, 2025
Volker
Germany
The whale-watching trip was fantastic. We actually saw whales. The guide's commentary was very interesting.
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July 26, 2025
Frank
Canada
Anytime you see 18 whales it has to be totally amazing. Great work by the boat captain and guide getting us in the right spot for viewing.
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July 26, 2025
Roy
Canada
We got to experience a once in a lifetime opportunity as the captain/guide moved to an area where there were 18 humpback whales in a feeding area so…....
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July 16, 2025
Yumei Bennett
Chicago, United States
Host and captain are knowledge and patient. We saw 2 or 3 humpback whales. Many tail up dives. Great trip!
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Description

Meet us at the scheduled time at Borea Adventures Gear Storage in Isafjordur. From here, we'll depart on a fully-fitted boat called Síf and make our way out onto the Isafjordur fjord.

As we sail along on the tranquil, icy waters of this fjord, we'll keep our eyes peeled for the blows of whales off in the distance. Our expert captain will then attempt to take us as close as possible to the whales without disturbing them. With the fjord being so diverse in its wildlife, we may see humpback whales and minke whales, which flash their tails above the water before diving downwards. An incredible sight! If luck is on our side, we may even spot the elusive killer whales (orcas), which sometimes pass through the area.

In addition to the whales, we might even see dolphins and porpoises. We'll also see the iconic and majestic puffin. These emblematic birds nest on the islands of Aedey and Vigur and play around in the surrounding waters. Throughout this experience, the boat's crew will share tons of curious facts about the local flora and fauna.

Apart from sightseeing, these outings are also used for research purposes, so we encourage you to take photos of the whale's flukes (tails) for identification. You'll be an expert whale scientist by the end of this tour!

After between 1.5 and 3.5 hours on the Síf boat, we'll bring this experience on the Isafjordur fjord to an end.

Whale Watching

Animals are unpredictable. The amount of whales we see will depend on various factors such as sea currents, winds, and weather conditions at the time. Arctic weather can change very quickly, which directly influences the behaviour of the animals.

Please note that the duration of the tour may vary depending on the weather conditions and the time needed to locate the whales. In any case, the activity is always carried out with the utmost respect, without invading or disturbing their natural space.

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Description

Meet us at the scheduled time at Borea Adventures Gear Storage in Isafjordur. From here, we'll depart on a fully-fitted boat called Síf and make our way out onto the Isafjordur fjord.

After between 1.5 and 3.5 hours on the Síf boat, we'll bring this experience on the Isafjordur fjord to an end.