--- title: Epic Whale Watching Day in Dalvík – Breaching Humpbacks and Dolphins description: Experience world-class whale watching in Dalvík, North Iceland! Today we saw 5 humpbacks , 30 breathtaking breaches, dolphins – a true wildlife spectacle. image: https://arcticseatours.is/hubfs/4697F796-5A19-4661-A5D0-051D4762C6A7.jpeg --- # Epic Whale Watching Day in Dalvík – Breaching Humpbacks and Dolphins ![Picture of Freyr Antonsson](https://app.hubspot.com/settings/avatar/b56da094fd94202fb3d6365b5e9998c4) [ Freyr Antonsson ](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/author/freyr-antonsson) Jul 11, 2025 8:27:08 PM Today was one of those *unforgettable* days out at sea here in Dalvík, North Iceland. On our whale watching tours with Arctic Sea Tours, we had the privilege of witnessing **a truly world-class wildlife spectacle** – one that reminds us why this region continues to rank among the top whale watching destinations on Earth. ### **Up to Five Humpback Whales Spotted** Our guests were treated to sightings of up to **five humpback whales**, including **three very active individuals** that put on an acrobatic show. In a display of raw power and playfulness, these giants breached an incredible **30 times in total** across our tours today. It’s rare to witness so much activity from multiple humpbacks in a single day – truly a breathtaking experience for everyone on board. ![Breaching humpback whale in Dalvik north Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/0M5A7910.jpeg?width=250&height=167&name=0M5A7910.jpeg)![0M5A7937](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/0M5A7937.jpeg?width=250&height=167&name=0M5A7937.jpeg) ### **White-Beaked Dolphins and Seals Join the Show** Adding to the magic, we also encountered **large pods of white-beaked dolphins** that swam playfully around the boat, riding the bow wave and delighting passengers with their speed and curiosity. On top of that, **seals were spotted lounging and bobbing in the water**, rounding out a perfect day of marine wildlife encounters. ![Breaching humpback whale close to express whale watching boat with Hvanndalabjarg in background](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/0M5A7925.jpeg?width=500&height=333&name=0M5A7925.jpeg) ### **Captured in Stunning Photos and Video** We were fortunate to capture some **incredible videos and photographs** of the breaching whales and active dolphin pods – moments that showcase the energy and wonder of Icelandic wildlife. These visuals will be shared across our social media channels, so stay tuned! ### **Dalvík – A Whale Watching Destination Like No Other** Days like today highlight why Dalvík is such a **unique and reliable location** for whale watching. With rich feeding grounds just minutes from harbor and a stunning natural backdrop, our guests enjoy intimate and high-quality experiences with nature's giants. ### **Join Us for the Adventure** Whether you're a first-time visitor or a returning whale enthusiast, now is an incredible time to join us at sea. With sightings like today’s, the whales are clearly enjoying their summer in North Iceland – and we’d love for you to be part of it. --- **📍 Departure Point:** Dalvík Harbor **📸 Share your photos with us:** #ArcticSeaTours **🗓️ Book your tour now:** [www.arcticseatours.is](https://www.arcticseatours.is) ## Related articles [![](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/B2233E96-AC98-41C3-8652-01A50BF7BC8E-1.jpeg?width=1024&height=1024&name=B2233E96-AC98-41C3-8652-01A50BF7BC8E-1.jpeg)](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/march-2026-whale-watching-review-876-tours-with-humpback-sightings) [Arctic Sea Tours](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/arctic-sea-tours) [#Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/iceland) [#icelandnature](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/icelandnature) [#whalewatching](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/whalewatching) Apr 3, 2026 12:14:26 AM ### [March 2026 Whale Watching Review: 876 tours with Humpback Sightings](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/march-2026-whale-watching-review-876-tours-with-humpback-sightings) 876 Consecutive Whale Sightings in Dalvík – A New Record [Read more](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/march-2026-whale-watching-review-876-tours-with-humpback-sightings) [![](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/Imported_Blog_Media/breaching-humpback-whale-iceland-1.jpg?width=1024&height=1024&name=breaching-humpback-whale-iceland-1.jpg)](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/en/whale-watching-news/breaching-humpback-whale) Jun 12, 2016 4:00:00 AM ### [Breaching humpback whale](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/en/whale-watching-news/breaching-humpback-whale) [Read more](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/en/whale-watching-news/breaching-humpback-whale) [![Breaching humpback whale in Dalvík Eyjafjörður north Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/hs-fs/hubfs/9B0F6DE4-5C34-4AE9-99A8-AAF4549DDD74.jpeg?width=1024&height=1024&name=9B0F6DE4-5C34-4AE9-99A8-AAF4549DDD74.jpeg)](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/why-dalvík-is-one-of-the-best-whale-watching-locations-in-the-world) [humpback whale](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/humpback-whale) [whale watching](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/whale-watching) [Boat](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/boat) [Sperm Whale](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/sperm-whale) [Orca](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/orca) [seals](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/seals) [Adventure tours North Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/adventure-tours-north-iceland) [Puffins and whales Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/puffins-and-whales-iceland) [Best place to see whales in Iceland](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/tag/best-place-to-see-whales-in-iceland) Jun 14, 2025 10:27:50 PM ### [Why Dalvík is One of the Best Whale Watching Locations in the World](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/why-dalvík-is-one-of-the-best-whale-watching-locations-in-the-world) [Read more](https://arcticseatours.is/blog/why-dalvík-is-one-of-the-best-whale-watching-locations-in-the-world) ```json { "@context" : "https://schema.org", "@type" : "VideoObject", "contentUrl" : "https://stream.mux.com/uLWFc52lHiTnT5UVd00d00lUtL1nV02KGrXCF6PY2HF6ig/capped-1080p.mp4", "dateModified" : "2025-07-11T20:25:04.696Z", "duration" : "PT11.833S", "height" : 1280, "name" : "Humpback whales breach 30 times today from Dalvík north Iceland", "thumbnailUrl" : "https://25504872.fs1.hubspotusercontent-eu1.net/hubfs/25504872/4749a446e3cc447ab6e03e72317a55de.mov/medium.jpg?t=1752265504696", "uploadDate" : "2025-07-11T20:23:57.719Z", "width" : 720 } ```