Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide

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Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide
4.173201 out of 5 stars
4.2
4.173201 out of 5 stars
2321 reviews

Whale watching with Special Tours from Reykjavík. Choose between our Whale Watching Classic and Whale Watching Express tours – two unforgettable ways to explore the waters of Faxaflói Bay!

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Duration 2 - 3 hours
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Live tour guide
English
Pickup optional
Pickup starts 60 minutes prior to departure time and takes up to 30 minutes.
Wheelchair accessible

Highlighted reviews from other travelers

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Eddy – Netherlands

We had a great whale watching tour. Super good weather and an easy sea. Saw a few Minke Whales, 3 dolphins and a Humpback. During the tour our guide explained all ins and outs!

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Anne – Netherlands

We were very lucky with the whale watching, we got a beautiful show! The tour itself was very nice and the tourguide did her best to keep us up to date on things. Overall an experience I'm happy to have experienced.

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Highlights

  • Sail from Reykjavik on Iceland’s largest whale-watching ship
  • Rest assured, if there are no whales you get another ticket for free
  • Stay warm and cozy with overalls supplied by the crew
  • Relax at the café or browse the souvenir shop

Full description

Join us on an unforgettable whale-watching adventure aboard Andrea, the largest and most comfortable whale-watching vessel in Iceland. Departing from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, you'll cruise into Faxaflói Bay to spot minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, and even the occasional orca—all with the expertise of an experienced guide.

Enjoy an interactive and educational experience as your guide shares fascinating insights about the marine life. Learn more through an onboard app (available in 5 languages), as well as whale bones, baleen plates, and teeth on display. Got questions? Feel free to ask your guide!

Unmatched Comfort & Views:
• Move freely across Andrea’s spacious viewing decks and enjoy 360-degree
panoramic views.
• Stay warm and cozy with heated indoor seating and included overalls.
• Feeling hungry? Grab a snack or warm drink from the onboard café, or browse
the souvenir shop.

Looking for a Faster Experience?
During summer, you can also opt for an Express Whale Watching tour on a faster boat, getting you to the whale-watching area in less time!

See Whales or Sail Again!
If you don’t spot whales or dolphins during your tour, you’ll receive a free return ticket for another trip!

Departure Times:

Whale Watching Classic (All Year)
• 09:00 – March 1st - November 15th
• 13:00 – All year
• 17:00 – May 15th - September 30th

Whale Watching Express (June 1st - September 30th)
• 10:00 – June 1st - September 30th
• 14:00 – June 1st - September 30th
• 21:00 – June 15th - July 31st (No transfers available for this departure)

Includes

  • A comfortable indoor seat for every passenger
  • Professional guides and a skilled, friendly crew
  • Warm overalls (available in children's sizes)
  • Free WiFi on board
  • Hotel transfers (available on request for an additional fee)
  • No transfer for the 21:00 departure (June 15th - July 31st)
  • Food and drink

Meeting point

This tour starts at the Special Tours office on Reykjavík’s old harbor, only 5 minutes walk from the city center. There are blue "Whale Watching" flags outside.

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Important information

Know before you go

  • Please consider that the best time for whale watching in Iceland is during the Summer months (from April until September)
  • The chances of spotting whales may be lower at other times of the year
  • To make your excursion even more pleasurable, be sure to bring warm and comfortable clothing
  • Spacious and comfortable inside areas are available with larger windows for better viewing
  • Please note that sightings of wildlife can not be guaranteed. If you are not able to see anything on your tour you will get a complimentary ticket to try again
  • Please note that the tour is dependent on correct weather conditions. The captains will make their decision to sail based on many years of experience, always keeping in mind passenger safety and comfort
  • Please be aware that the conditions may be rougher than expected when sailing out to sea. Please take the necessary precautions to prepare yourself if you are susceptible to seasickness

Customer reviews

Overall rating

4.2 /5

based on 2321 reviews

Review summary

  • Guide
    4.6/5
  • Transportation
    4.5/5
  • Value for money
    3.9/5

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Eddy – NetherlandsJune 7, 2025 – Verified booking
We had a great whale watching tour. Super good weather and an easy sea. Saw a few Minke Whales, 3 dolphins and a Humpback. During the tour our guide explained all ins and outs!
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Anne – NetherlandsMay 1, 2025 – Verified booking
We were very lucky with the whale watching, we got a beautiful show! The tour itself was very nice and the tourguide did her best to keep us up to date on things. Overall an experience I'm happy to have experienced.
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Sarah – United KingdomApril 19, 2025 – Verified booking
Great time, crew were great, stayed out late to find the humpbacked whale we were hoping to see. Fantastic up close view

Product ID: 41926

Activity provider:Special Tours Iceland

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