The Whales of Eyjafjörður

whales of eyjafjörður

Eyjafjörður is one of the best places in Iceland to observe whales in their natural habitat. The deep, sheltered fjord provides ideal feeding grounds during the summer months, attracting both migratory and resident cetaceans. Each season brings a different mix of species, behaviours, and encounters, making whale watching here a truly dynamic experience.

Summer is the prime time for whale sightings, with long days and rich waters drawing in humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises, while winter brings quieter conditions and more elusive visitors. Our team has spent years documenting individual whales and learning about their movements, behaviours, and social lives - each tour offering the chance to witness something new.

The Whales of Eyjafjörður

The species we most commonly see on our tours are Humpback whale, Minke whale, White-beaked dolphin, Harbour porpoise, but occasionally we will see other species such as Northern bottlenose whale, Orca, Sperm whale, Blue whale, Fin whale, Long-finned pilot whale, to name a few!