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Whale Watching

Eyjafjorður: Whale Watching from Hjalteyri Small Group Tour (up to 30 people)

Two people on a boat watching a whale tail in Icelandic waters.
Whale breaching in Eyjafjörður during a whale watching tour from Hjalteyri.
Tourist on a cruise ship in Iceland, viewing scenic coastal landscape.
Whale watching boat on Eyjafjörður near Hjalteyri, Iceland.

Duration

2 hrs 30 mins

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 48 hours before the start of your experience

Book now, pay later

Book now without paying anything. Cancel for free if your plans change.

Guided tour

    • Family-run Eyjafjörður cruise from Hjalteyri caps groups at 30 guests so your sea-savvy skipper and host can share stories tailored to you.

    • Guided by an experienced skipper and expert guide, with safety gear and briefing included, plus coffee, hot chocolate, tea, water and a sweet treat.

    • Look out for humpback whales breaching, minke whales surfacing nearby, playful white-beaked dolphins, plus shy harbor porpoises gliding past the boat.

    • 2.5-hour whale watching cruise from Hjalteyri

    • Small group experience (max 30 passengers)

    • Local captain with lifelong experience at sea

    • Professional guide providing engaging insights & live commentary

    • Hot drinks on board (coffee, hot chocolate & tea), water & a sweet treat

    • Safety briefing before departure

    • Round-trip hotel transfers
  • TOTAL DURATION2 hours 30 minutes
    MODE OF TRANSFERBoat
    Timeline
    Map
    Hjalteyri Harbour
    Start point

    Hjalteyri Harbour

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    Passes By

    Hjalteyri Harbour
    End point

    Hjalteyri Harbour

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    Your ending point would be same as your start point

  • You can cancel these tickets up to 48 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

  • What to bring

    • Have your voucher ready on your phone or as a printed copy for check-in at the wooden pier.

    • Wear warm, layered clothing with a windproof outer layer to stay comfortable in changing Icelandic conditions.

    • Choose closed-toe footwear with good traction, as deck surfaces may become wet during the cruise.

    What’s not allowed

    • Feeding, touching, or otherwise disturbing whales, dolphins, and seabirds is not permitted.

    Additional information

    • Although whale encounters are common in Eyjafjörður, sightings of wildlife cannot be assured.

    • Guests of all ages can participate in this experience, making it suitable for families.

    • Please check in at the meeting point at least 15 minutes before the scheduled departure.

    • The full experience, including the return to the harbour, takes around 2.5 hours.

    • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
    • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
    • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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