Is a whale watching tour worth it?

Is a whale watching tour worth it?

Whale-watching can be a thrilling experience, an adventure on the water resulting in incredible memories and surprisingly good photos of seabirds, dolphins, and of course the whales. It’s an exciting day out: a new perspective, as you watch the coastline recede, and scan the vast horizon for a spout.

When can you see whales in Lofoten?

Humpback whales can often be seen off the coast of Norway, especially near the fjords, until the end of March. Also, orcas and porpoises can often be spotted in the stunning Lofoten Islands between the months of May to September. You can experience Lofoten on our Legendary Lofoten tour.

Is Husavik worth visiting?

Whale Watching Capital of the World Husavik is a charming little village in the central North of Iceland, known for its incredible whale watching and geothermal baths. Make a stop at this authentic Icelandic town during your road trip in Iceland – it’s well worth the visit!

How much does it cost to go whale watching in Norway?

Pretty much everywhere around the east and west coast lines you can see the backs, tails and spout holes of these animals. For $50 to $70 you can spot them from a boat, but an even better experience is to swim with them!

Where can I see orcas in Lofoten?

Lofoten Adventure offers Orca and whale safaris and Snorkeling with the orcas from Skjervøy in Troms. The Gulf Stream blesses us with the mildest winter climate in Norway. There is no ice in the fjords and huge schools of Norwegian herring are hiding here during winter.

Where in the world is the best place to see killer whales?

The San Juan Islands off the coast of northwestern Washington are known for being one of the best places to see orcas in the wild. It’s about a 90-minute drive from Seattle to Anacortes, then a short ferry ride across the sound to Friday Harbor, where many whale-watching outfitters leave on daily excursions.

What is the best month to see whales in San Diego?

Humpback, minke, and fin whales can be seen off the coast of San Diego year-round. Blue whale season is in the summer, usually from May to August. But the best months to see whales in San Diego are mid-December to mid-March, when the gray whales migrate from Alaska to Mexico and back.

Is Northern Iceland better than southern Iceland?

Most visitors prefer the south as it is more diverse and more accessible. Visitors can enjoy the Golden Circle, its geysers and its national park, the black sand of Vík and the Seljalandsfoss and Skógafoss waterfalls all year round.

Can you see whales in Húsavík?

Blue Whales, Sperm Whales, Pilot Whales, Orcas and more So yes, Húsavík surely is the Whale Watching Capital of Iceland, offering the best possible conditions to see all these species in one place!