Building on years of connecting travelers with diverse Icelandic wildlife, Special Tours is excited to launch new departures from the “whale watching capital,” Akureyri. Guided by experts aboard the fast and stable cruising ship Lilja, passengers can observe graceful humpbacks and playful minke whales in their natural habitat.
Akureyri, often called the "Capital of the North," is known for a 98% success rate for whale sightings. Besides these gentle giants, you may also spot white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, and seals—all with the stunning Eyjafjörður fjord in the background.
What Awaits on a Whale Watching Tour From Akureyri
Anchored in a deep commitment to protecting the delicate ecosystem, Special Tours Akureyri whale watching brings you closer than ever to the most charming marine residents. With passenger safety being the top priority, skilled and experienced crew members make sure it’s a smooth, fun, and family-friendly adventure from start to finish.
Running during the peak whale season, this tour invites you to see the time-stopping breaches from May to September. Little explorers, aged 0-6 years, join for free!
Special Tours is one of Iceland’s leading boat tour operators, part of the Arctic Adventures family. Founded in 1996, they offer whale watching, puffin tours, northern lights cruises, and sea angling adventures from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and Akureyri in the North. With a focus on responsible wildlife tourism, Special Tours provides incredible opportunities to see Iceland’s rich marine life up close.
