Whale Watching and Marine Life Tour in Reykjavik

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About this activity

Our extensive whale spotting network, has given us a 90% sighting success rate. Our whale watching tour focuses on Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Orca Killer Whales, and other marine wildlife such as porpoises, dolphins and other species.

Please note

Since this is a wildlife tour we can never predict or guarantee sightings of any kind. If there are no sightings on the tour, we do not offer refunds but instead, we offer our passengers a free return to join our tour depending on availability, valid for up to three years.

Weather is a big factor for the tour, we may have to cancel the tour due to unfavorable weather conditions. We will notify you via email in the event of a cancellation.

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At a glance

Duration: 3 hours
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 75 people
People per booking: 1–30
Guide: English
Operated by: Iceland Discover

Ages: Children (0–6 years) · Youth (7–15 years) · Adults (16–100 years)

What is included

Included

Included: Panoramic views
Included: Free WiFi
Included: Drinks and snacks are available for purchase
Included: Spacious observation decks
Included: Professional guides
Included: Restroom on board
Included: Guided language in english

Itinerary

Stop 1

Passing by

Experience the joy of close encounters with mighty whales, graceful dolphins or playful porpoises on our easy-to-join whale watching tours from downtown Reykjavík. We’ll make this a “once-in-a-lifetime experience for you to remember! All year round, you’ll be able to see a wide variety of ocean-going mammals just a few minutes off the coast, including minke, humpback and killer whales, as well as white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoises. The summer is the peak period, but there is always something amazing to be found in Faxafloi Bay – as well as enjoying the spectacular scenery that surrounds the capital city.
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

Passing by

Harpa is a concert hall and conference centre in Reykjavík, Iceland. The opening concert was held on May 4, 2011. The building features a distinctive colored glass facade inspired by the basalt landscape of Iceland.
Stop 3

Passing by

Faxafloi bay is situated on its southern shore. From Reykjavik it is possible to see the peninsula of Akranes in the northeast and even the Snæfellsjökull at a distance of about 120 km (75 mi). This bay has few islands and the ones it does have are close to land, in particular contrast to the bay directly north of it, Breiðafjörður, which has the most islands of any bay in Iceland.
Stop 4

Passing by

Engey is the second largest island of the Kollafjörður (Faxa Bay) fjord in western Iceland.
Stop 5

Passing by

Lundey, literally "Puffin Island" in Icelandic, is a small, uninhabited island off the western coast of Reykjavík, Iceland.
Videy Island

Passing by

Viðey is the largest island of the Kollafjörður Bay in Iceland, near the capital of Reykjavík.

Meeting point and pickup

You can be picked up from your accommodation or go straight to the meeting point.

Meeting point

We are located at the Reykjavík Old Harbour close to the city's center. It is the main port of departure for whale watching and northern lights tours. *Please arrive at the meeting point 30 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.

End point

We are located at the Reykjavík Old Harbour close to the city's center. It is the main port of departure for whale watching and northern lights tours. *Please arrive at the meeting point 30 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.

Pickup points

Center Hotels Skjaldbreid
Local 101
Radisson Blu 1919 Hotel, Reykjavik
Hotel Hilda
Hotel Reykjavik Saga
Foss Hotel Baron
Fosshotel Rauoara
Hotel Gigur by Keahotels
Tower Suites Reykjavik
Iceland Parliament Hotel Curio Collection by Hilton
Alva Hotel - Brautarholt
Arctic Comfort Hotel

and 56 more pickup points

Pickup and return drop-off are included only with the pickup-inclusive option. Choose an eligible central Reykjavík hotel from the list, or enter an official Reykjavík bus stop. Pickup starts up to 50 minutes before departure. Please be ready outside at the selected location.

Using your ticket

Please check in 30 minutes before departure with our staff inside Old Harbour House restaurant (Ægisgarður 2, 101 Reykjavík): https://maps.app.goo.gl/AsnpWDwABGmCn5Vt7

To check-in: Simply scan the bar/QR code on your ticket at the self-service kiosk at the Old Harbour House.

If you're arriving by car, please find the nearest free parking to the meeting point located at: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DcoFfLssh3v72xQ16

Pick-up/drop-off is NOT included. It can be arranged upon request for an additional charge.

Weather plays a big role, and we may have to cancel the tour due to unfavorable conditions. In such cases, we’ll notify you at least 2 hours before departure. You can also check the status of your tour on our website: www.icelanddiscover.is

The tour takes place in wild nature, so sightings can’t be predicted or guaranteed. If there are no sightings, we don’t provide refunds but offer a free return ticket (valid for up to three years, subject to availability).

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Options

Whale Watching + Reykjavík Pickup & Drop-Off

Reykjavík Pickup & Drop-Off: Includes pickup and drop-off at eligible central Reykjavík hotels and official bus stops. A pickup location is required.

Pickup included
Whale Watching and Marine Life

Meet at Old Harbour House, Ægisgarður 2. Pickup and drop-off are not included.