Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

Highlights

  • Spot whales and other wildlife out on the ocean

  • Learn about local marine life from your guide

  • Indoor and outdoor viewing areas available

Summary

Arrive at a central meeting location in downtown Reykjavik to meet your guide and begin your Iceland whale watching tour. Optionally put on warm layers and take a seasickness tablet before setting sail in search of whales in the North Atlantic. Peak season visitors (April to October) can expect to see some of the 20 different species of whales that swim off the coast of Iceland, while off-season visitors might see other animals like seals and seabirds. Regardless of which animals are around, your seasoned crew brings you to the best wildlife viewing spots and provides plenty of information about the animals you see while you sail. Admire views of the coast and spot wildlife from one of the boat’s three outdoor viewing platforms or indoor saloon, fully equipped with internet. Tour concludes at start point. Please note: Check tour status before arrival directly with tour operator. If canceled due to weather, contact vendor to reschedule. Tour may be operated on shared boat with partner organization.

Tour info

Duration
3 hours
Group Size
Pricing (From)
Commentary
Meeting Point
Dropoff location

Why take this tour?

The best chance to see some of the 20 species of whales that migrate off Iceland’s coast during peak season is on a guided whale watching tour. Your captain and crew take you to the spots known to have the most whales and provide plenty of information about wildlife along the way. Details like provided warm layers and motion sickness tablets make this tour stand out.

What’s included?

  • Informative, friendly and professional guide

  • Warm flotation overalls

  • Heated indoor cabins with toilet facilities

  • Wireless internet

  • Seasickness tablets, if needed

  • Hotel pickup and drop-off

  • Drinks and snacks (sold on board)

Things to know

Before you book

  • Duration: 3h

  • Mobile tickets accepted

  • Instant confirmation

Covid Policy

  • Regularly sanitized high-traffic areas
  • Guides required to regularly wash hands
  • Hand sanitizer available to travelers and staff

Cancellation Policy

    For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours in advance of the start date of the experience.

Operated by:

Reykjavik Sailors

About operator:

Experience the best Iceland has to offer. We offer a wide range of fun activities at sea including Whale Watching, Northern Lights, Sea angling, Puffin tours and of course our new tour Creatures of the sea where we taste the catch of the day straight from the sea.

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