Top Akureyri Night Tours

Sometimes whale watching cruises on huge boats make it hard to be able to actually see the ocean life unless you board first and claim the best spots. This whale watching tour from Husavik is on board an RIB boat limited to just 12 passengers, so you’re never in competition for the best vantage points. Plus, its easy to stay warm and safe with an included warm suit and life jacket.

Northern lights hunting in the north, Join our mini bus and escape the light pollution of the city and go with us outside Akureyri to see the amazing Northern lights. The Northern Lights viewing for this winter looking to be very active and there are few better places to see them than in the North around Akureyri.

Maximize your chances of seeing whales in the wild on this half-day boat cruise from Akureyri. Iceland’s longest fjord is known for attracting humpback whales; travel aboard a specially adapted ship that covers all the likely viewing areas to increase the odds of seeing them. Choose from several departure times to fit your schedule, and stay cozy on board with thermal overalls, and raincoats or blankets.

Iceland’s north coast is one of the best places in Europe to see whales in their natural environment—but it can be hard to spot them from land. Maximize your chances of seeing the giant marine mammals by taking to the water on a whale-watching cruise from Akureyri. A speedy rigid inflatable boat (RIB) takes you to the best locations, while a local guide is on hand to help you spot pods when they appear.

This wonderful tour takes you hunting for Northern lights with an expert top rated Northern Lights guide through the winter night. Our hunt takes you out of town to the countryside, away from the bright lights of the city so that the Northern Lights can be seen in all their beauty and colours. The local guide will share Icelandic tales during the journey on this magical tour. Please note the Northern Lights are a natural phenomenon and are also dependant on weather conditions therefore we cannot guarantee they will be sighted however if the guide confirms no lights were seen, we do offer a free retry the next day if we are running a tour the next day.

Check off plenty off northern Iceland’s natural attractions on this half-day tour to Lake Myvatn from Akureyri. Keep your camera poised as you visit roaring waterfalls, stroll around Lake Mývatn, and take in the treasures of lava fields. Just when you think you’ve seen it all, the tour also includes a visit to Námaskard, a volcanic region with boiling mud pots.

Make the most of your time on land with this shore excursion from Akureryi Port. This comprehensive tour takes you to see some of Iceland's most picturesque natural wonders at Lake Myvatn and Godafoss waterfall. It also includes an optional stop at the Myvatn Nature Baths, if your cruise schedule allows.

Hop on a vintage fishing boat for an adventure-filled, half-day wildlife tour, as you set out on the trail of puffins and whales. Get up close and personal with Iceland’s most iconic wildlife species, and get detailed background on their behavior from your captain and guide. Tours include a whale-watching excursion through Skjálfandi Bay.

The north coast is one of the best places for whale watching in Iceland, and this cruise from Hjalteyri maximizes your chances of spotting the majestic creatures. Set sail across the Eyjafjörður fjord on a traditional oak ship, tuck into refreshments on-board, and look out for minke, and humpback whales.