SEA LIFE Trust Beluga Whale Sanctuary

Explore the visitor centre and immerse yourself in the whales’ epic journey through interactive exhibits. See how the whales were moved from Shanghai, China to the Westman Islands, Iceland and learn about their unique characteristics. In summer months, you can book a guided boat trip to the sea sanctuary in nearby Klettsvik Bay and learn how the team of Sea Life Trust cares for Little White and Little Grey. Your visit supports our mission to provide an alternative solution for captive cetaceans that is more like their wild habitat.

The visitor centre is also home to Iceland’s only puffin rescue centre and local species aquarium. You can get close to resident puffins, learn their stories, and observe daily feeding sessions. Hear about the local “puffling patrol” rescue programme and Iceland’s largest puffin colony, located just minutes from the facility in

Ægisgata 2, Vestmanneyjar

+354 540-2700 / 699 0665 https://belugasanctuary.sealifetrust.org/en/ belugas@sealifetrust.com the Westman Islands. Explore the local aquarium, with specially designed habitats that get you up close to local species like wolf fish, lumpsuckers, and Atlantic cod, and take a peek into the behind-thescenes area to see how the dedicated team cares for these amazing animals.

Opening hours: See website.

Admission: ISK 2.375