Earthwatch Expeditions by Nat Hab: Killer Whales & Their Prey in Iceland
Natural Habitat · 8 days
Orcas—also known as killer whales—typically have specialized diets, often feeding on a single prey species. Some populations rely almost entirely on a particular fish, such as salmon or herring. Others hunt marine mammals. But Iceland’s orcas aren’t like the rest. Here, some chow on herring, while others switch between fish and marine mammals, feeding across multiple levels of the food chain. Since 2008, scientists have been working to understand why—and what these dietary patterns mean for the whales' health, reproduction and survival over time. Join one of the first long-term studies of killer whale diets as you track these apex predators. From cliffside lookouts and small research…
The safari, in facts
| Operator | Natural Habitat |
|---|---|
| Length | 8 days |
| Countries | Iceland |
| Departures | Valid for Departures: 11 Jun 2027 - 22 Jul 2028 |
Day by day
| Day | Where |
|---|---|
| Day 1 | Reykjavík |
| Day 2 | Hella |
| Day 4 | Vestmannaeyjar |
| Day 8 | Heimaey |
Every departure
This safari runs on request rather than to a fixed calendar — Valid for Departures: 11 Jun 2027 - 22 Jul 2028. Dates are built around you.
What the fare includes
- All accommodations, airport transfers on Day 1 and the final day
- Services of Nat Hab's professional Expedition Leader(s), local guides and research staff
- All meals from dinner on Day 1 through breakfast on the final day, select alcoholic beverages, some gratuities
- All activities and entrance fees, plus all taxes, permits and service fees
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