
OUR NATURE BLOG
Friday, 31 January 2025
Today, despite eagerly waiting after spotting the blow of two humpback whales, nature had other plans, and the whales stayed out of sight, but we offered our guests complimentary tickets to ensure they get another chance to experience these majestic creatures. Every tour is a unique adventure, and we’re always ready for the next one!
Thursday, 30 January 2025
Today, we were fortunate to spot two humpback whales near Hrisey, gracefully surfacing often as they continued their migration.
Wednesday, 29 January 2025
Today, we sailed under clear skies and -9°C temperatures, witnessing a stunning sunrise that bathed the mountains in pink hues, while searching for whales south of Hrísey. After some effort, we spotted a playful humpback whale that came close enough for our guests to see its head, pectoral fins, and immense size—a truly unforgettable experience.
Tuesday, 28 January 2025
Today we have seen 2 Humpback Whales. We watched one of them around Svalbardseyri.
Monday, 27 January 2025
We sailed out on a cold winter day and were surrounded by eight humpback whales, their massive bodies surfacing close to the boat. The experience was made even more magical by the colorful blows at sunrise, leaving us with an unforgettable memory of these majestic creatures.
Sunday, 26 January 2025
A tour with at least eight Humpback Whales, which were encountered east of Hrísey!
Saturday, 25 January 2025
On today’s tour we encountered two feeding Humpback Whales south of Hrísey. We were lucky to repeatedly witness very rare bubble net feeding by one of the Humpbacks! A truly special day.
Thursday, 23 January 2025
Today’s whale watching adventure took us through chilly -6°C winds around Hrisey Island, where we spotted two humpback whales. Despite the choppy sea, we were treated to an incredible display of these magnificent creatures, and we’re already excited for what tomorrow’s tour will bring!
Wednesday, 22 January 2025
We set sail under perfect conditions, hoping to spot our whale friend Piccolo, and were rewarded with an unforgettable encounter with two humpback whales near Hrísey. Their synchronized dives and playful behavior, followed by a close encounter as we left, made for an extraordinary day in Akureyri.
Tuesday, 21 January 2025
It was a beautiful day with calm waters and the mountains glowing in warm orange hues. We were fortunate to have a magical encounter with Piccolo, the humpback whale, as it gracefully surfaced near our boat, leaving us in awe of nature’s wonders.
Monday, 20 January 2025
Today’s tour was cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions in the fjord.
Sunday, 19 January 2025
During today’s tour we encountered one Humpback Whale by Hjalteyri, which repeatedly resurfaced in the area, slowly heading north throughout our tour.
Saturday, 18 January 2025
Today’s tour was cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions in the fjord.
Friday, 17 January 2025
Today was a calm and peaceful sailing day, with barely any wind and a fjord as still as glass, creating a serene atmosphere. We were delighted to witness our Humpback whale friend Picollo displaying playful behavior, offering a magical connection with nature under a beautiful sunrise sky.
Thursday, 16 January 2025
Today, we saw the incredible Humpback whale "Piccolo" feeding in the harbor of Akureyri/Pollurinn, under the stunning backdrop of stratospheric clouds.
Wednesday, 15 January 2025
Today’s tour was cancelled due to unfavorable weather conditions in the fjord.
Tuesday, 14 January 2025
Today we spotted harbor porpoises near Svalbarðseyri and two amazing Humpback whales south of Hrisey.
Monday, 13 January 2025
We saw four incredible Humpback whales north of Hrisey, gracefully swimming through the waters, leaving us in wonder at their beauty.
Sunday, 12 January 2025
Perfect sailing conditions today with hardly any wind and a flat sea. Southeast of Hrísey, we spotted several blows and counted six Humpback Whales!