How much does Private Whale and puffin tour from Akureyri cost?

Prices start from €1354 per person. The exact total depends on your selected date, party size and any options, and is shown before you pay.

How long does this birdwatching in Akureyri last?

It lasts approximately 6 hours. Exact timings are confirmed with your booking.

Can I cancel or change my booking?

Cancellation terms are shown at checkout before you confirm. Contact our support team if your plans change.

Is confirmation instant?

Yes. Your booking is confirmed immediately and you'll receive your voucher by email right away.

Where does Private Whale and puffin tour from Akureyri start?

The activity starts at a designated meeting point in Akureyri — the exact address and a map link are in the Meeting point section on this page. Hotel pickup may also be available.

Is this birdwatching suitable for me?

It's well suited to travellers who prefer a private experience. Review the highlights and good-to-know details above to confirm it matches your interests and mobility level.

Is Private Whale and puffin tour from Akureyri well reviewed?

Yes — it holds an average rating of 4.0 out of 5 from 3 verified reviews.

Private Whale and puffin tour from Akureyri

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About this activity

This birdwatching is one of the standout things to do in Akureyri, Iceland. Rated 4.0/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €1354 per person. This private tour brings us to the charming village of Húsavík where you'll get the chance to go whale watching on a RIB boat.With the speedboats we can offer you more area to cover in search for the gentle giants. A RIB is faster than the wind and therefore, makes it more likely to find the big whales. Nothing is guaranteed but on this tour, your chances to encounter some of the world’s biggest animals ever increase – big time!This tour also includes a visit to the Puffin Island, where you can experience thousands of puffins during the nesting period (May 1st – August 20th).There is nothing that beats the smell of the sea on a sunny day at Skjálfandi bay.

This private tour brings us to the charming village of Húsavík where you'll get the chance to go whale watching on a RIB boat.

With the speedboats we can offer you more area to cover in search for the gentle giants. A RIB is faster than the wind and therefore, makes it more likely to find the big whales. Nothing is guaranteed but on this tour, your chances to encounter some of the world’s biggest animals ever increase – big time!

This tour also includes a visit to the Puffin Island, where you can experience thousands of puffins during the nesting period (May 1st – August 20th).

There is nothing that beats the smell of the sea on a sunny day at Skjálfandi bay.

Good to know

•Duration: approximately 6 hours.
•Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
•Offered in 2 languages.
•A specific meeting point is provided — check the Meeting point section below for the exact location and map.
•Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

Travellers who prefer a private experience

Best time to visit

Akureyri is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular birdwatching slots in Akureyri sell out.

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Reviews

(3)

Rob M.

Feb 2026

our guide Wei sorted everything for us and the bit at the end nobody expects was the highlight, and honestly better than the tour we did in Cape Town last year.

Ray J.

Jul 2025

our guide Wei had so many stories and the bit at the end nobody expects was the highlight. Last day of the trip so it wasnt too busy. Blew our lisbon one out of the water, and last day of the trip. Would book again no question, loved it

Carlos B.

Jul 2025

our guide Luca couldnt do enough for us and a little local spot off the usual route was the highlight, and spot on for a couples day out, and ran the full 4 hours promised.

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