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DownloadExpress Whale Watching From Dalvík
By Arctic Sea ToursBest of
If you go whale watching in Iceland — make it count. Express Whale Watching with Arctic Sea Tours is built for those who want more than a quiet boat ride. It is designed to give you a faster, closer, and more exciting experience — without compromising comfort or safety.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Moderate
- Season
- April to October
- Minimum age
- 8 years
- Getting there
- Boat
- Book by
- 1 hour before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
from
19,672 ISK
per adults
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Sat 24 Oct · 13:00
- Sun 25 Oct · 13:00
- Mon 26 Oct · 09:00
- Mon 26 Oct · 13:00
Runs: April to October
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Whale Watching in Eyjafjörður
Our panellists were unanimous: whale watching in Eyjafjörður is among the best tours North Iceland has to offer. Boats leave from Árskógssandur, half an hour north of Akureyri, into one of the calmest fjords in the country. Nothing is guaranteed, but humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins and harbour porpoises all turn up here.
On The Reykjavík Grapevine's Best of list. See the whole list.
Prices
| Adults16 - 99 years | 20,990 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children 8-15 years old8 - 15 years | 15,990 ISK |
| Guide | 0 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Sat 24 Oct. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
Express Whale Watching with Arctic Sea Tours
If you go whale watching in Iceland — make it count.
Express Whale Watching with Arctic Sea Tours is built for those who want more than a quiet boat ride. It is designed to give you a faster, closer, and more exciting experience — without compromising comfort or safety.
Using high-performance RIB boats, we reach the whale areas quickly. If whales are spotted anywhere in the fjord, we can respond immediately. That efficiency means one thing for you: a very high chance of encountering whales and more time experiencing them up close.
Built for Adventure. Engineered for Safety.
Our 13-meter RIB boats are built in England by Ring Powercraft, part of Arksen, and designed by Mike Ring, with over 50 years of expertise in high-performance powerboats.
These are not typical tour boats. They are purpose-built for speed, control, and stability in real ocean conditions — giving you an experience that is both exciting and secure.
Advanced Suspension Seats – Comfort You Can Feel
Every guest is equipped with suspension seating from Ullman Dynamics, developed by Dr. Johan Ullman.
These seats are engineered to absorb shock and reduce strain on the body, based on decades of research and used by professionals worldwide. The difference is immediate: even at speed, the ride remains comfortable and controlled.
So while the tour delivers real speed and energy, you stay supported and safe throughout.
Fast to the Whales. Closer to the Experience.
Speed is not just about excitement — it is about access.
Our boats allow us to quickly reach active whale areas and adapt to real-time sightings. If whales move, we move. This flexibility is a key reason why our express tours consistently deliver strong whale encounters.
And once you are there, the experience is on another level. Sitting low on the water, you are at eye level with the whales — not observing from a distance, but fully part of the moment.
If You Go Once — Go Right
This is not just another whale watching tour.
It is a high-performance, high-value experience designed to give you the best possible chance to see whales, combined with the excitement of the open ocean and the confidence of world-class equipment.
If you are going whale watching in Iceland — go with a boat designed to give you the maximum experience.
What's included
2-Hour Express Whale Watching Tour
A fast and comfortable experience on our RIB boats, equipped with advanced suspension seats for a smooth and safe ride.
All passengers are provided with flotation overalls and life vests for maximum safety and comfort.
What to bring
Warm clothes, hats & gloves recommended. Do not forget the smile. No need to print ticket just have it on your phone.
Where it starts
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Express Whale Watching From Dalvík?
- About 2 hours.
- How much does Express Whale Watching From Dalvík cost?
- From 19,672 ISK. Adults (16 - 99 years): 20,990 ISK. Children 8-15 years old (8 - 15 years): 15,990 ISK. Guide: 0 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Where does it start?
- There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Arctic Sea Tours, Hafnarbraut 22, Dalvík. Most people drive there themselves.
- What is the minimum age?
- 8 years.
- When does it run?
- April to October, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it moderate.
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