Thursday, 13 March 2025

Today, we set sail in perfect weather, with a crisp temperature of 4°C and a fjord so still it looked like a lake, bathed in sunshine. It was an ideal day for whale watching, and we couldn’t wait to get out on the water to search for these magnificent creatures.

We sailed northeast of Hrisey, scanning the horizon for any signs of whale blows. At first, it was quiet, with nothing in sight. But then, out of nowhere, we spotted the dark shape of a whale’s back breaking the surface of the water. Excitedly, we adjusted our course and sailed toward it.

A few minutes later, we were treated to an incredible sight as the humpback whale surfaced right in front of our boat! The sheer size and grace of the creature were breathtaking. Then, in a spectacular display, the whale arched its body and disappeared beneath the ocean's blue depths.

We were filled with anticipation and took in the moment, basking in the sunshine on our faces while waiting for the whale to resurface. And then, between our boat and another whale-watching vessel, we saw it—the blow of the whale! It seemed this curious creature was just as intrigued by us as we were by it. The whale raised its tail, giving us the perfect opportunity for some stunning photos of its fluke.

Photographs of the whale’s tail are especially important because they help us identify individual whales, and we recognized this one. It was the same humpback we had spotted a few days earlier in this area. It seems the whale has found a good spot here, feeding on plenty of food for its hungry belly.

We were fortunate to see the whale a few more times before we had to head back to the harbor, but we couldn’t help but feel grateful for such a beautiful day of sailing and whale watching. It’s moments like these that make being out on the water so special.

Pictures & Text: Lenka
Departure of the day: 13:00 o’clock Classic Tour.