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Whale Watching Tour Reykjavik is the easiest way to experience Iceland's incredible marine wildlife, with departures from Reykjavík's Old Harbour and frequent sightings of humpback whales, minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Book today to enjoy a comfortable cruise across Faxaflói Bay and take advantage of the complimentary return ticket if no whales are spotted.
This is the original, most accessible way to see whales from Reykjavik: a comfortable cruise boat with indoor and outdoor seating, run by one of the city's longest-established operators. It suits first-time whale watchers who want a relaxed, well-equipped trip without the higher price of a faster boat.
Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.
Book NowBoard at the Old Harbour House and set sail into Reykjavik's coastal waters.
Scan the bay for minke and humpback whales, harbor porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins with your guide's help.
Sail back into the Old Harbour to end the trip.
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Warm up between sightings in a heated indoor cabin with toilet facilities.
Buy drinks and snacks from the onboard bar and cafeteria.
Get expert commentary from specially-trained whale-watching guides throughout the trip.
Spot minke and humpback whales, harbor porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins in Faxaflói Bay.
Ægisgarður 2, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Check in 30 minutes before departure by scanning the QR code on your ticket at the self-service kiosk.
It is often much colder out on the water than in Reykjavík, even during summer, so wear warm, weather-appropriate layers.
Arrive at the meeting point at least 30 minutes before departure to allow time for check-in and boarding.
Tour duration depends on how far the whales are from the harbour and typically ranges from 2.5 to 3.5 hours.
Tours operate subject to weather and sea conditions. The captain may adjust or cancel departures if conditions are unsafe.
Sightings can't be predicted or guaranteed in the wild, even with an experienced crew searching for wildlife.
If no whales or dolphins are spotted, you'll receive a complimentary return ticket valid for up to three years, subject to availability.
Bring comfortable shoes, warm clothing, and weather-appropriate clothing for the best experience.
Pets are not allowed on board.
Verified feedback from guests who booked Whale Watching Tour Reykjavik.
Amazing! I think this was better than the big boats. It was cold but had heated indoor areas, and we were lucky to have dolphins bow riding our boat. Everyone had a good view since it was a smaller boat with less crowding. We saw multiple humpback whales, puffins on the water, and the dolphins.
We were lucky enough to see multiple whales — especially one humpback that was putting on a show by breaching multiple times. The tour company was very accommodating when we had to change our booking time at the last minute due to weather.
This was an amazing experience. We got to see several humpback whales that swam close to the boat. The boat was spacious with no problem finding a place to sit, both inside and outside, and there's a bar onboard for drinks and snacks. I would definitely book this again!
Great tour with knowledgeable guides, the boat was much nicer and less busy than the other ones nearby. Wrap up warm, it gets very cold on the water.
Cruise Faxaflói Bay aboard the Amelia Rose, an offshore-built yacht designed for a smoother, more comfortable sail than smaller boats.
Race out from the Old Harbour aboard a fast, specially-engineered RIB boat built to get closer to Reykjavik's whales and puffins than bigger boats can.