Whale Watching Ólafsvík - Snaefellsnes
Along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula coastline, you have the best chance in Iceland to encounter two of the ocean’s top predators: orcas and sperm whales , each during their respective seasons. Besides these species, we may also encounter humpback whales, minke whales and white-beaked dolphins , with sightings varying throughout the season. Animal welfare and conservation are central to our operations. As the only tour provider in this area, we ensure a responsible and respectful approach to wildlife, strictly adhering to the Code of Conduct for responsible whale watching. Our vessels approach marine life slowly and carefully to minimize disturbance, and we are committed to ongoing research and education initiatives. Join our orca and whale watching tour from Ólafsvík and experience the rich marine life of Breiðafjörður in the wild.
Whale Watching Ólafsvík - Snaefellsnes is a 3 hours experience run by Láki Tours in West Iceland, from 14.000 ISK per person. Along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula coastline, you have the best chance in Iceland to encounter two of the ocean’s top predators: orcas and sperm whales , each during their respective seasons.
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Along the Snæfellsnes Peninsula coastline, you have the best chance in Iceland to encounter two of the ocean’s top predators: orcas and sperm whales , each during their respective seasons. Besides these species, we may also encounter humpback whales, minke whales and white-beaked dolphins , with sightings varying throughout the season.
Animal welfare and conservation are central to our operations. As the only tour provider in this area, we ensure a responsible and respectful approach to wildlife, strictly adhering to the Code of Conduct for responsible whale watching. Our vessels approach marine life slowly and carefully to minimize disturbance, and we are committed to ongoing research and education initiatives.
Join our orca and whale watching tour from Ólafsvík and experience the rich marine life of Breiðafjörður in the wild.
What’s included
- Guided boat tour
- Complimentary ticket to try again in case of no whale or dolphin sightings
- Educational & interactive focus
- Warm windproof and water-resistant overalls provided
What to bring
- Warm outdoor clothing
- Warm headgear and gloves
- Sturdy shoes (no heels and open-toe shoes)
- We also recommend: Seasickness prevention, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Camera, Binoculars
- We provide warm, windproof and water-resistant overalls on all tours
Good to know
- Please arrive 30 min before departure to Ólafsvík harbour to complete the check-in procedures and collect your overalls.
- Please check your email on the day of departure . If the weather does not allow us to operate the tour, we will inform you about it via email.
- Contact us: Tel: +354 546 6808 or email booking@lakitours.com.
- ALL OUR BOAT TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO WEATHER CONDITIONS AND MINIMUM BOOKING NUMBERS
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Norðurtangi 9
Meeting point: Ólafsvík Harbour, Norðurtangi 9, Ólafsvík
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