Whale Watching from Isafjörður by RIB Boat
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Haven
Ísafjörður, IJsland
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Inspanningsniveau
Moderate
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Excursietype
All
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Rolstoeltoegankelijk
No
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Vanaf
$309
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Minimum leeftijd
Information Not Currently Available
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Duur
2½ Hours
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Maaltijden inbegrepen
Meals not included
Head out on a thrilling two-hour sightseeing and whale safari from Ísafjörður with a magnificent view of the surrounding landscape. You'll explore from a waterside perspective. A RIB boat (rigid inflatable) boat, provides an up-close experience.
You'll start with a safety briefing and put on a set of warm coveralls and a life jacket. Heading away from the town, you will skim across the water to Ísafjarðardjúp — the stunning fjord region just a short distance from Ísafjörður. The area is very remote, and typically, the whales are both plentiful and curious, sometimes even showing off for visitors. You'll pass the beautiful bird island of Vigur on the Snæfjallaströnd (Snow Mountain Coast). Watch for several different bird species that make their homes here — puffins, eider ducks and other seabirds. It is also common to see seals frolicking in the waters. You'll stop for photos as needed.
Weather and wildlife conditions dictate the route, so every outing brings an entirely individual adventure.
Notes:
Minimum age 6 years. Minimum height is 4'9" (145cm). Guests who are pregnant or have a heart, back or neck condition are not allowed to participate. Not advisable for guests with mobility limitations. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed; however, the tour enjoys a 90%+ success rate in spotting whales. Prime time for whale watching in Iceland is the late spring to early autumn months (May through September). Guests prone to motion sickness should consider this before booking and/or take appropriate medication. Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf. Bring a warm down (or similar) jacket; wear long thermal underwear and several layers of wool and/or polypro (no cotton) as it is very cool out on the water. Wear sturdy non-skid walking shoes (preferably waterproof) with thick wool socks. It can be quite cold on the fjord. Due to Ísafjörður's remoteness and the scarcity of professional guides, all guiding is handled by locals; some are not professional, but all have great experience in guiding and extensive knowledge of the area. Many seabirds start migrating away around mid-August.