Hólmavík Whale Watching

On our Hólmavík Whale Watching activity, you'll have an unmissable experience in North West Iceland. We'll set sail through the Westfjords region and look out for humpback whales and more!

Hólmavík Whale Watching

At your chosen time, we'll meet on Hafnarbraut Street at the Port of Hólmavík. We'll board our boat and set sail through the North Atlantic in search of the whales that inhabit Iceland's northwest coast.

We'll sail through the Westfjords region and, soon enough, we'll start to spot some whales. The most common species found in this area is the humpback whale, known for its playful behavior and acrobatic tricks while swimming. These colossal animals can weigh up to 50 tonnes, and their songs can be heard up to 100 miles (160 kilometres) away. We'll discuss these facts and more during the activity.

You'll also want to keep your eyes peeled for Minke whales, dolphins, sperm whales, killer whales, and even pilot whales during our boat trip.

After a boat trip lasting between 1 and 3 hours, we'll finish the activity upon our arrival back at the starting point. See you next time!

Whale Watching

The Westfjords region is a strategic place for whale watching. However, animals are unpredictable. The number of whales we see will depend on various factors such as sea currents, winds, and weather conditions at the time. Arctic weather can change quickly, which influences the behavior of the animals.

Please note that the duration of the tour may vary depending on the weather conditions and the time needed to locate the whales. The activity is always carried out with the utmost respect for the animals and their natural space.