The maneuvering of boats in the vicinity of orcas, if not done thoughtful, can quickly become very dangerous for the orcas. Boats driving fast through feeding areas are of great concern for orcas due to potential collisions and propeller injuries. When boats change directions rapidly, this can even become more unpredictable and, hence, dangerous for the animals.

IceWhale (The Icelandic Whale Watching Association) has developed this Code of Conduct for responsible whale watching: