Iceland · WHALE WATCHING
Boats leave the old harbour all year for minke, humpback and white-beaked dolphins in Faxaflói bay. The 15 below are compared on boat size, crossing time and how rough it gets — the yacht and the big catamaran are very different mornings.
Reykjavik whale watching in Faxaflói Bay with expert guides, heated cabins, and frequent chances to spot humpbacks, dolphins, and more.
“Really great company, did everything to accommodate us. The whale watching is a must . Our guide Maria was very knowledgeable. Highly recommended.”
A comfortable Reykjavik whale-watching cruise on the Amelia Rose yacht with triple decks, warm blankets, and expert spotting in Faxafloi Bay.
“Our whale watching was a wonderful experience. We opted for the hotel pickup, and we were picked up by the captain! The Amelia Rose is a beautiful boat with indoor seating, a bar and gorgeous hand-carved wood throughout. A very nice place to sit, if you want to get out of the wind for a little. We were informed from the beginning that we may not see whales, but they would try their best. Well - their best was great. We were fortunate enough to see 2 humpback whale breach at the same time! Everyone on the boat was thrilled.”
Reykjavik whale watching in Faxafloi Bay with marine biologists, warm gear, onboard WiFi, and a free re-try if no whales show.
“100% would recommend. Wrap up warm but well worth it . Guide was helpful and knowledgeable. Cafe on board with hot drinks. It is a must to do in Reykjavik.”
Sail from Reykjavík on the Andrea whale-watching ship, get warm overalls and expert guidance, and score a free return ticket if you miss whales.
“it was amazing! we had a very lucky day with 8 whales spotted just along the coast. the tour guide was really funny and kept the mood going even in the cold weather.”
3-hour Reykjavik cruise into Faxaflói Bay with an eco-certified company, warm gear, and a marine biologist guide, high whale odds.
“A great experience. Every member of staff was super friendly and helpful. The boat had plenty of room and lots of areas for viewing. Even without seeing any whales it would have been a good trip! Highly recommended.”
3.5-hour whale watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour, heated cabins and overalls, expert guide spotting, plus a free return if no whales.
“Brilliant tour, the guide was full of information but kept it brief so you weren't overwhelmed. She was very friendly and her English was superb. We got to see humpback whales, conditions were really good and the views of Iceland are amazing even if youre not lucky enough to see whales. Recommended.”
Reykjavik whale watching to Faxaflói Bay for minke whales, humpbacks, dolphins, and birds, with warm overalls and heated cabins.
“Fantastic tour - saw humpback whales puffins and dolphins !”
Reykjavik whale and dolphin yacht cruise in Faxafloi Bay with warm blankets, onboard WiFi, and return ticket if no sightings.
“This was amazing! The crew was great and very kind, and we were fortunate to see a lot of whales and dolphins! Definitely worth doing.”
3-hour yacht whale watching from Reykjavík Old Harbour, scanning Faxaflói Bay for humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, and more.
“Absolutely fantastic. Saw a double breach and a single breach. The whales were cleaning and we saw a huge amount of activity. Best time ever. Nothing as beautiful as the natural world we live in.”
Whale watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor with thermal coveralls, heated indoor decks, expert commentary, and a try-again guarantee.
“The most memorable parts was NOT seeing any whales which we know can happen however the response from the boat staff was simply, "bad luck". No refund, partially or otherwise nor any possibility of a return trip was offered.”
A 2-hour RIB ride from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor to hunt for whales and dolphins off Faxaflói Bay, with warm gear and a free retry.
“AMAZING experience!!!! 3 different species seen. Minke, dolphins and humpback whale. Fabulous and fun!!! Highly recommend !!!”
A half-day Reykjavik combo cruise for puffins and whales, with warm overalls, close bird viewing on Skúlaskeið, and whale access in Faxaflói Bay.
“Our Whale Watching and Puffin Island tour was an unforgettable adventure. Our guide, Patrick Pirate Puffin, was exceptionally entertaining and brought a lot of energy to the experience. His engaging storytelling and wealth of science-based facts made the tour both fun and educational. Although the whales were a bit shy on the day of our tour, we were still lucky enough to witness some tails, sprays, and splashes. The sight of these majestic creatures, even briefly, was thrilling. Additionally, the visit to Puffin Island was delightful, offering plenty of opportunities to see these charming birds in their natural habitat. We had a wonderful time and would highly recommend this tour…”
See life-size whales in Reykjavík, with 23 species models, interactive exhibits, and included Fin Whale Theatre documentaries plus a free multi-language audio guide.
“Very interesting exhibit that shows you the size and gives you an idea of the whales mass.”
3-hour whale and dolphin yacht cruise from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor with deck views, onboard Wi-Fi photo sharing, and warm comfort.
“Although the weather was not good but it was wondetful to see whales playing in the water. You never regret to this experience.”
Reykjavik whale watching by RIB boat in Faxaflói Bay, with warm gear, puffins in summer, and the Whales of Iceland Museum included.
“we saw a humpback and several dolphins. and puffins! it was lovely! captain and guide were excellent!”
Every kind of day the city sends out, and the best of each.
