Category Akureyri & North Iceland Tours

Iceland · AKUREYRI & NORTH ICELAND TOURS

Top 13 Akureyri & North Iceland Tours

13 reviewed

The north is a different trip: Akureyri at the head of a long fjord, Godafoss on the way east, Myvatn steaming behind it and Husavik whales another hour along the coast. Listed here are the tours running out of Akureyri and its cruise pier, with durations, ground covered, and the ones that fit a shore-excursion window.

Akureyri: 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour by Ship

Akureyri: 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour by Ship - The high-speed boat, cinema-style viewing, and real comfort

1.Akureyri: 3-Hour Classic Whale Watching Tour by Ship

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 3,000 reviews · 3 hours · from $108Our pick

3-hour high-speed whale cruise from Akureyri into Eyjafjörður. Humpback sightings, thermal overalls, hot drinks, and onboard Wi-Fi.

“What a great experience! We spent 3 hours out on the boat and saw 2 humpback whales, even in the middle of November! Our guide was incredibly knowledgeable, the captain was great, the views were fantastic and we had access to free hot chocolate and coffee on board. Would highly recommend, thank you!”

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Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri - What happens on the water during the 3-hour cruise

2.Whale Watching from Downtown Akureyri

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 971 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $104

Downtown Akureyri whale watching on a spacious boat with thermal gear, Wi-Fi, and a captain focused on spotting whales fast.

“Easy to find, down at the harbour, very friendly staff. Children have to wear a life jacket, which honestly made me feel better, even if child wasn't impressed. You can sit inside the boat and be warmer or step outside on to the dexk at either the front or back of the boat. We went out down the fjord and then stopped, one of the staff members, I didn't get their name, but was talking about the whale and other mammals that frequent the area. Also pointed out where to look when the whales came by. Such an amazing experience, absolutely loved seeing the whales. It is cold out in…”

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From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour - Price and what you really get for $187 per person

3.From Akureyri: Myvatn Lake, Craters, & Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 793 reviews · 6 hours · from $187

A 6-hour North Iceland day trip from Akureyri to Goðafoss, pseudo craters, Dimmuborgir, and Námaskarð with port pickup and lunch.

“This tour was well organized and ran smoothly. The guide was well informed and helpful. These areas of Iceland are beautiful and need to be seen to be appreciated. A small lunch of one sandwich and a bottle of water was included. Visitor centers at the sites provided opportunity for comfort stops and purchasing snacks. I would highly recommend this tour.”

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Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat - RIB Speedboat Advantage: Why Small, Fast Boats Matter

Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri

Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri - Stop 1, Goðafoss: the symbol of Icelandic change

6.Lake Myvatn, Hot-Springs & Godafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 478 reviews · 6 hours (approx.) · from $188

See Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir and Námaskarð from Akureyri in one packed 6-hour loop with lunch and free admissions.

“My wife and I had a great time on this tour. We got to learn a lot about Iceland and their people. It was an all day trip that included the falls, volcano, the Dark City to see where trolls live, and a hot springs. The hot springs are not for swimming though. Our guide made sure everyone was comfortable and gave us lots of info at every stop.”

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Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port - Goðafoss stop: the waterfall you can see without a long detour

7.Lake Myvatn Day Tour and Godafoss Waterfall for Cruise Ships from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 473 reviews · 5 to 6 hours (approx.) · from $205

Cruise-friendly Lake Myvatn and Goðafoss day tour from Akureyri with small-group pickup, lava landscapes, and optional Nature Baths.

“Good tour but they crammed in a lot. Could have used more time at waterfall - we had to jog to see the view from both sides, rest of the group just saw one side. An hour at the baths (including lunch) was no where near enough time. Our guide dropped us and we skipped the mud baths but even 1.5 hours wasn’t really enough. By the time we got through the lines and 3 kids dressed we had maybe 20 min to swim before we had to pack everything up and stand in more lines for lunch. It felt very rushed. I would say unless you can get more…”

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Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port

Goðafoss Waterfall Tour from Akureyri Port - Getting from Akureyri Port to the waterfall, without the headache

Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour

Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour - Meeting Saga Travel at Tangabryggja (and What If You Dock at Oddeyrarbryggja)

9.Akureyri Port: Lake Mývatn and Godafoss Waterfall Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 334 reviews · 6 hours · from $182

A focused 6-hour shore trip from Akureyri Port to Goðafoss, Lake Mývatn, Dimmuborgir, and Hverir geothermal fields.

“I love absolutely everything. The driver was very kind to help me getting my walker in and out. The Icelandic guide was very professional with a witty sense of humor. A bit morè time should be allowed for the activitat. Long time was used queueing for toilets.”

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From Dalvik: Arctic Whale Watching in Northern Iceland

From Dalvik: Arctic Whale Watching in Northern Iceland - What to bring, and how the coverall changes the comfort level

Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port - Getting There: 40 Minutes, Comfort, and the Drive Through Northern Iceland

11.Goðafoss Waterfall from Akureyri Port

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 279 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114Top rated

Goðafoss from Akureyri Port: round-trip coach, WiFi, and hotel coffee. Spend about 1 hour at the falls on a 2.5-hour trip.

“Easy to find the bus, and very close to the Cruise ship pier. Super friendly and helpful staff. The tour lasted about 3 hours and gave you plenty of time to see the waterfall.”

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Akureyri: Whale Watching Shore Excursions

Akureyri: Whale Watching Shore Excursions - Meeting at Special Tours Akureyri Ticket Office, Then Gear Up

13.Akureyri: Whale Watching Shore Excursions

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 250 reviews · from $100

Fast Akureyri catamaran whale watching on Eyjafjörður with warm overalls, heated seating, onboard Wi-Fi, and a second-chance whale ticket.

“Impeccable organization and great whale watching experience altogether. Our guide, Dominique, is a true expert in whales and the marine life. Her storytelling was engaging and interesting. She helped us to spot three different species, several Humpback whales - feeding on the surface, Minke whales and even a pair of Harbor porpoises. She also generously shared the pictures she took during the tour with all the participants. Takk, Dominique and the whole crew! Great experience!”

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