Set off on a fantastic whale watching boat to spot some of the Atlantic Ocean's most magnificent mammals. You’ll be on the lookout for minke whales, dolphins, porpoises and more. If you don’t see a whale, you’ll get to go on another trip for free!
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
- 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
- Guided whale watching tour
- Warm inside seating and large windows
- Warm overalls provided on board
- Free Wi-Fi on board
- English-speaking guide
- German-speaking guide (available as a second language from May 1 to September 30)
- Transfer from your hotel to the harbor
- Hot drinks and refreshments are available for purchase at the café lounge on board
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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Prepare for the activity
This tour starts at Reykjavík’s old harbor, only 5 minutes walk from the city center. We recommend that you arrive 20 minutes before the scheduled departure time.
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- 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