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15 Best Reykjavik Whale Watching Tours

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The 15 reykjavik whale watching tours travellers rate most highly, gathered in one place. What you are likely to see, when the season runs, who skippers the boat, and what a place on deck costs.

15 Best Reykjavik Whale Watching Tours

Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht - Old Harbor check-in: how to get on the boat without stress
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Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

1.Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

Reykjavik whale watching on the Amelia Rose yacht: 3 hours in Faxafloi Bay to spot humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, and more.

Most Popular★ 4.5

“Super easy to find and check-in, no worries at all. The guide gave many explanations about the fauna and landmarks which were appreciated. We were lucky to see several whales from up close. The Amelia Rose is very comfy and spacious, whenever it gets too cold you can warm up inside and buy a hot…”

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The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik - Getting deck-ready: overalls, rain gear, and how to dress anyway
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The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik

2.The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik

Join Elding for a 3-hour Reykjavik whale-watching cruise in Faxafloi Bay with warm gear, expert guide, and a free return if no sightings.

★ 4.5

“Fantastic tour from start to finish, finding the ticket office was very straightforward and getting onto the boat was all very seamless. The boat left on time and everything ran very smoothy. The guides were great and very knowledgable, we had a glorious (but very windy) day and the sun was shining. As soon as…”

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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik - Two Seating Areas and Outdoor Deck Time: Comfort Tactics That Matter
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Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik - Faxaflói Bay and the islands: where whale luck meets good planning
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Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

4.Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

3-hour Reykjavik yacht whale cruise in Faxaflói Bay. Spot minke, humpbacks, dolphins, and sometimes orcas, with free return if none.

★ 4.5

“The boat was great, lots of places to watch for whales and places to sit! Clean and comfortable.. Crew was very friendly and extremely knowledgeable!! Great trip”

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Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik - Picking the Right Cruise Length: 2.5-Hour Express or 3.5-Hour Classic
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Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik

Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise - Onboard Deck Strategy: How to Get Great Views Without Stress
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Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise

Reykjavik: Midnight Sun Whale Watching Tour - Elding’s Boat Comfort: Overalls, Deck Views, and On-Board Extras
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Reykjavik: Midnight Sun Whale Watching Tour

RIB Whale Watching Small-Group Boat Tour from Reykjavik - Whale safari in Faxafloi Bay: why the search area matters
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RIB Whale Watching Small-Group Boat Tour from Reykjavik

Reykjavik: Whale Watching Express - From the harbor to the whales: why the express timing matters
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Reykjavik: Whale Watching Express

9.Reykjavik: Whale Watching Express

Reykjavik’s Whale Watching Express is a fast, modern boat trip from Old Harbor with warm gear and onboard guides spotting whales and dolphins.

★ 4.3

“They took the time, it is pretty fresh at sea but there were good suits on board that everyone could use. We have seen a minke whale and some striped dolphins. puffins. The dolphins swam under the boat, very nice and nice experience. The speaker was very motivated and also surprised. It was a very…”

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Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik - Included waterproof gear: you’ll thank yourself once the spray hits
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Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik

10.Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik

Reykjavik RIB whale watching with small groups, warm waterproof gear, and fast access to Faxaflói Bay wildlife in about 2 hours.

★ 4.5

“Have done other whale watching tours and IMO doing it in a Rib is the best way. You can get up so much closer and follow the whales either. We saw a few whales and couldn’t ask for more. Brilliant tour/well run and guide Joel was great as well.”

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Reykjavik: Whale and Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour - The 2-hour rhythm: puffins near islands, whales and dolphins farther out
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Reykjavik: Whale and Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour

From Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat - Faxaflói Bay Wildlife: Where the Crew Actually Looks
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From Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat

12.From Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat

Rigid inflatable boat whale watching from Reykjavik with close wildlife encounters, warm gear, and puffin-island views in just 2 hours.

★ 4.7

“The ride itself was very fun and exhilarating - RIB boat was flying over the waves. The ride was quite bumpy (depends on the size of the waves and direction of the wind). Not for the fearful ones. We saw some humpback whales (mostly their backs -they don't jump as dolphins do) and a lot…”

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Iceland Super Saver: Puffin Cruise plus Whale-Watching Tour from Reykjavik - Whale Watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour: Where Minke and Humpbacks Show Up
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Iceland Super Saver: Puffin Cruise plus Whale-Watching Tour from Reykjavik

13.Iceland Super Saver: Puffin Cruise plus Whale-Watching Tour from Reykjavik

A discounted Reykjavik combo: puffin watching at Akurey with binoculars, plus whale hunting in Faxafloi Bay from a warm, Wi‑Fi boat.

★ 4.0

“The advert is seriously misleading. It’s not a 1 hour Puffin tour and 2 hour whale tour. It’s basically bobbing around the ocean looking for some whales and dolphins where the birds also hang out. You don’t get close enough to anything to photograph properly. We were hoping to see puffins breading but nothing at…”

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2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik - Getting Suited Up at the Old Harbour: Fast Check-In, Real Prep
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2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat - Where It Starts: Old Harbour Meeting Point and What to Expect on Arrival
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Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat

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