What month is best for whale watching in Iceland?
What month is best for whale watching in Iceland? So you're ready to set out on a Iceland whale watching trip, but you don't know when to go. The best time for whale watching in Iceland and Greenland is from April to late September-early October, with the summer months of June, July and August recognized as the peak whale watching season.
Do you get wet on whale watching tours?
It is easy to get wet while whale-watching, especially if you're on a boat where ocean water often sprays up onto passengers.
Where is the best place to watch whales?
- Hervey Bay, Australia. ...
- Silver Bank, Dominican Republic. ...
- Maui, Hawaii, USA. ...
- Juneau, Alaska, USA. ...
- Vancouver Island, British Columbia, Canada. ...
- San Juan Islands, Washington, USA. ...
- Puerto Madryn, Argentina. ...
- Monterey, California, USA.
Are whale watching cruises worth it?
YES! There are few experiences in life comparable to the extraordinary feeling of seeing gregarious dolphins as they approach from every angle, excited to see our passengers aboard the safety of each of our vessels within our sea-worthy fleet. When asked if whale watching is worth it, our answer is an assured YES!
Is it worth watching whales in Reykjavik?
Really, don't do it in Reykjavik, you'd better go to Husavik to see whales. We have only seen a couple of whales' backs, but had 3 hours of pure torture, the sea was really rough, a lot of people got sea sick, it was raining and windy and we stayed in all the trip.
Can you see whales from cruise ship in Iceland?
Whether or not you'll see them from your cruise ship depends on whether or not it passes through areas where whales are sighted frequently, It's also a little bit of luck!
What do you wear to whale watching in Iceland?
- Warm layers (it is significantly cooler on the water than on land)
- Good outdoor jacket and pants.
- A sun or winter hat (depending on the season)
- Sturdy shoes.
- Gloves (especially in the winter season)
Can you see whales from Reykjavik Harbour?
There are two main locations for spotting whales in Icelandic waters: Reykjavík, the capital located in the south east, and Húsavík, in North Iceland. Different types of tours are available and you may spot different species of whales too depending on the area.
When can you see puffins in Iceland?
Puffins can be seen in their breeding grounds as early as late April all the way to early September. To increase your chances of seeing the most activity at the puffin breeding ground we recommend visiting between May to mid August as this is the main puffin season in Iceland.
How long is the Blue Lagoon tour in Iceland?
Typically, guests enjoy the water for two hours. After soaking in the mineral-rich warmth, people generally seek nourishment by snacking at Blue Café or dining at Lava Restaurant. In total, on average, visitors spend four hours at Blue Lagoon Iceland.