Saturday, October 18, 2025
MY BEST WHALE MOMENTS OF THE SEASON AS A GUIDE
Working as a guide means spending countless hours out at sea, witnessing incredible moments most people never get to see.
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Monday, October 13, 2025
WHALES EVERYWHERE O'CLOCK!
We’ve been having an incredible time out on the water lately — with plenty of humpback whales all around us! Over the past few days, even though they’ve been shifting their location slightly each day, about ten individuals have often been spotted in close proximity.
Friday, October 10, 2025
ONLINE BOOKINGS OPEN FOR 2026
Although the current season isn't over yet and our boats are still heading out for whale watching daily until the end of November, preparations for next year have already begun. For those of you planning your trip to Iceland in 2026, you can now explore our sales manual, get inspired, and even book your whale watching tours for next season.
Sunday, October 5, 2025
GREY SEALS OF SKJÁLFANDI BAY
When you’re out on the waters of Skjálfandi Bay, searching the horizon for whales, don’t be surprised if you spot a sleek head popping up nearby ,it might just be one of our resident grey seals coming to say hello! While our tours focus on whales, many of our guests are just as enchanted by the grey seals we sometimes spot along the way, specially around “Fish rock” and for good reason! These marine mammals are full of personality and play a vital role in our local marine ecosystem.
Thursday, October 2, 2025
WHALES IN MYTHOLOGY: FROM STARS TO SEA
Across cultures and centuries, whales and their kin have swum not only through oceans, but also through the stories humans tell about the world. They appear in the sky, in epic tales, and in seafaring legends, embodying mystery and awe.
Sunday, September 28, 2025
WHEN THE OCEAN THROWS A RARE PARTY
Over the past few weeks, our tours have been full of surprises. Alongside the majestic humpback whales, we have also had several sightings of pods of long-finned pilot whales. While this species does live in the waters around Iceland, pilot whales rarely visit Skjálfandi Bay and are hence not often seen during our whale-watching season.
Thursday, September 25, 2025
HELLO'S TO THE SEPTEMBER WHALES
September has once again brought some welcome visitors to Skjálfandi Bay: several well-known humpback whale individuals. Humpback whales are known for their powerful dives and spectacular tail flukes.
Sunday, September 21, 2025
HOW WE CAN HELP PROTECT THE OCEAN AND MARINE MAMMALS
The ocean covers over 70% of the Earth and is essential for life. It regulates our climate, produces oxygen, and is home to many creatures, including whales, dolphins, and seals. Unfortunately, marine mammals face serious threats like pollution, habitat loss, and climate change.
Wednesday, September 17, 2025
THE TINY HITCHHIKERS OF THE WHALE WORLD
When we think of whales, we imagine enormous, majestic animals gliding through the ocean. But look a little closer, and you’ll find that whales are never truly alone. Their skin often hosts small “colonies” of creatures such as barnacles, whale lice, and sometimes remoras.
Sunday, September 14, 2025
THE WORLD BENEATH US
Skjálfandi Bay is home to a variety of animals, both above and below the surface. Mostly of course, we become aware of the whales and dolphins, seals and all kinds of birds that we encounter around us on our tours.