Whale and Puffin Watching in Hauganes from Akureyri with Transfer

Whale Watching and Puffin Tours offer an unforgettable opportunity to experience Iceland’s wildlife in its natural habitat. Departing from the charming village of Hauganes, just 30 minutes from Akureyri, this 2–3 hour tour combines stunning fjord scenery with close encounters of whales and seabirds. Sailing across the calm waters of Eyjafjörður, Iceland’s longest fjord, guests are surrounded by dramatic mountains and rich birdlife. The area is one of the country’s most reliable whale watching locations, where humpback whales are frequently seen, along with minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. A highlight of the tour is a scenic cruise toward Hrísey, home to thriving puffin colonies during nesting season. These iconic seabirds can be seen nesting along cliffs and gliding over the water. Operated by Whale Watching Hauganes since 1993, this tour combines experience, comfort, and authentic wildlife encounters.

Itinerary

1. This Is our starting point, we will drive north from here. towards Hauganes, about 30 mins of driving
2. In Hauganes, at the whale watching center, we will put on our exposure suits and head out to sea (30 min)
3. On The Eyjafjörður fjord we will go looking for whales and Puffins (3h 0min)
4. After our trip we head back to Akureyri, a 30minute drive (30 min)

Meeting & end point