April 29, 2015 •Freyr Antonsson
Eyjafjordur is rising above as the best whale watching destination in Iceland. Arctic Sea Tours are at the forefront offering whale watching tours all around the year, the only company in north Iceland. Sightings match any in the world at 98%, with the majestic humpback whale seen in 94% of all tours, one can surely expect some amazing experiences.
If you have not heard about Arctic Sea Tours then check what people say about their tour at TripAdvisor.com. They are the best rated whale watching company in Iceland, but why? It is not only about whale watching, their tours are setup as an adventure on sea. In a three hour Arctic Whale Watching tour there is an excellent sightings of whales but also sea angling for 10-15 minutes, fish cutting demonstration and a taste of freshly caught fish. There is no wonder people are saying amazing experience and highlight of our visit to Iceland on TripAdvisor.
Eyjafjordur is located in north Iceland and Dalvik is in the middle of the fjord, 30 minutes drive from Akureyri on Tröllaskagi (troll peninsula). If not for anything else the sailing in the picturesque landscape of Eyjafjordur is truly worth it. Big mountains all around, the rock of Hrolfssker in the mouth of the fjord and Hrisey Island the pearl of Eyjafjordur in the middle, make the scenery stunning but also can offer protection from wind and big ocean waves which is excellent for inexperienced sailors. So just imagine taking pictures of a giant fluke going down in that beautiful surroundings.
Arctic Sea Tours operate two beautiful oak fishing boats newly refurbished for passengers according to strict standards established by the Icelandic Maritime Administration. The oak boats are not only easy on the eye they have slow movements, less noise and burn less oil. Both built in Iceland so a good evidence of Icelandic handcraft.
Arctic Sea Tours are building their brands in other sea adventures in Eyjafjordur such as: Guided tour over the Arctic Circle to Grímsey Island. Sea Angling in the rich fishing grounds in Eyjafjordur. Northern Lights boat tour from Akureyri. Private charter for romantic midnight sun, longer whale watching, visiting Hrisey Island or seeing one of the highest sea cliff in Europe Hvanndalabjarg rising 630 meters straight up.
As their slogan is more personal, less crowded you will feel welcomed and experience enthusiastic staff wanting you to have a whale of a time.
Article posted in Iceland Review jan 2015