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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

“Good instructions and easy booking system. Very helpful even when we wanted to book on two more people the same morning. lovely boat. We saw humpback Wales 10 minutes after leaving the harbour. It was a wonderful experience and definately worth the money. Plenty of space on three different viewing decks and a lovely indoor…”

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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

3.Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

3.5-hour whale watching from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour with warm overalls, heated cabins, and local guiding in Faxaflói Bay.

4.5

“We had such a fantastic time on the boat looking out for the whales. And we managed to see a few up close which was exhilarating! The crew on board were all so nice and lovely and we had a wonderful afternoon! It was also really nice to hear the commentary with regards to facts…”

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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

“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.”

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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

5.Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik

Whale-watching from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor to Faxaflói Bay with thermal gear, heated viewing, Wi‑Fi, and a try-again ticket.

4.0

“The guide was amazing and very knowledgeable, we had some fantastic sightings of the humpback whale. The only thing I would say is that quite a few times when we spotted the whale they would turn the boat so the front would have the view, we couldn’t all stand at the front so the rest…”

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

6.Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise

3-hour Reykjavik whale and dolphin yacht cruise in Faxafloi Bay with warm blankets, onboard Wi-Fi, and expert guide spotting.

4.5

“We had an amazing experience on the Amelia Rose yacht for the Whale and Dolphin excursion, even though we didn’t get to see a dolphin, we saw about five whale's, got some fantastic photos, the day was sunny, sky blue but quite chilly. We stayed on top so as not to miss anything but they…”

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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

7.Reykjavik: Midnight Sun Whale Watching Tour

3-hour Reykjavik Midnight Sun whale cruise with whales, dolphins and birds, warm overalls, marine guides, and a whale guarantee for $111.

4.6

“The only boat out there looking for whales, which felt great to not bother them too much while they were eating. The guide helping us finding them was very nice and told us a lot of information. Pleasant boat trip, did not need my sea sickness prevention pills at all for this event. Would love…”

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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

“Guides were knowledgable. The express trip was perfect amount of time for getting to the spot and having ample time to see whales, dolphins and puffins.”

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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

“Great boat trip with lots of wildlife. Our guide Joe and the captain did a great job getting us out to see humpback and Minsk whales today. Joe explained a lot about the whales which was a plus for the experience.”

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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

“Really enjoyed the whale watching. Very good information about whales. We even saw whales!! Puffin part was okay. Again interesting information but could only see puffins with binoculars. Boat was never close enough for a good view.”

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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

14.2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

A 2-hour RIB whale watching ride from Reykjavik with top safety gear, expert guidance, and a summer stop at Akurey puffin island.

4.5

“It was a great time! Even the boat ride to get to our whale watching spot was a blast. We were lucky and saw some whales! Wish we could have a gotten a tiny bit closer to the puffins they were hard to see from the distance we were.”

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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

15.Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat

Speedboat whale watching from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour on a small RIB with warm gear, shock-seat comfort, and possible puffins.

4.8

“We were lucky to see a couple of minke whales and a humpback, as well as a couple of porpoises. Our guide and captain kept going to ensure we had the experience even though we got quite far removed from the harbor. If no marine life was seen, the ride by itself was a thrill!”

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