Best Faxaflói Bay Whale Watching & Boat Tours

Embark on a whale-watching cruise in Faxaflói Bay from Reykjavík. Witness the stunning landscapes and keep an eye out for a variety of local wildlife, including whales, dolphins, porpoises, and more.

Whale watching with Special Tours from Reykjavík. Choose between our Whale Watching Classic and Whale Watching Express tours – two unforgettable ways to explore the waters of Faxaflói Bay!

Get up-close views of Iceland’s beautiful puffins from a RIB (rigid inflatable boat) on a 1-hour cruise from Reykjavik. Board your RIB and whiz across Faxaflói Bay to see the puffins congregated on its islands and cliffs.

Search for whales in their natural environment on a whale-watching tour in Faxaflói Bay aboard a rigid inflatable boat as you enjoy the views of the coastline of Reykjavik.

Zoom around the Icelandic waters aboard a custom designed RIB speed-boat, and enjoy close-up views of whales, dolphins, puffins and more. The small yet powerful vessel is not just manoeuvrable out on the waters but also capable of reaching high speeds, allowing you to cover a larger area and get c...

• Faxafloi Bay
• Sun Voyager
• Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre

• Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries, Not recommended for pregnant travelers, Public transportation options are available nearby, Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health, Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness, Dress warmly: Wool or fleece seater, Hat, gloves and sturdy footwear are recommended, In the case of no sightings you will get a ticket for an alternative tour, Children must be over the age of 10 and over 145 centimeters tall, Not recommended for travellers with knee problems, Not recommended for young children

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

This combo tour offers two unique experiences: a 1 hr. puffin watching trip on a small boat and a 3 hr. whale watching adventure. The puffin tour takes you to one of three nearby islands—Akurey, Engey, or Lundey—where you can observe thousands of birds, including puffins, in their natural habitat. ...

• Old Harbour
• Faxafloi Bay

• Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Service animals allowed, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, Children under 13 years are required by law to wear life-vests for the duration of the tour., Please note that our fleet is not completely wheelchair accessible as there are steep stairs between lower and upper decks and high thresholds to get from the decks into the saloon as well as from the saloon to the toilets., Wheelchair users are welcome to bring a foldable chair onboard our bigger boats, but if possible, please advise our office prior to departure as we may need to assist with boarding.

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

White-beaked dolphins, humpback whales and harbour porpoises are just some of the mammals you're likely to spot frolicking in Iceland's waters during the winter months. And with this expert-led Reykjavík whale-watching tour, you're likely to learn a thing or two about these incredible creatures, too...

• Hotel pick up

Experience the best Iceland has to offer with 3 to 3.5-hour whale-watching opportunities on this tour from Reykjavik. Cruise to Faxaflói Bay in search of minke whales, humpback whales, and dolphins.

Discover the wonders of Iceland through our unparalleled Whale Watching excursions. Embark on a memorable journey from Reykjavik's Old Harbour, venturing into Faxaflói bay to encounter Minke and Humpback whales, Dolphins and Harbour porpoises. Admire the stunning vistas of Reykjavik's surrounding ...

• Faxafloi Bay
• Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
• Mount Esja
• Old Harbour

• Wheelchair accessible, Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller, Public transportation options are available nearby, Suitable for all physical fitness levels, NOTE: You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure., Please, check our DAILY DIARY before you come for the tour, all the important daily information of all our tours will be notified on our website., If you have a boat tour booked, please check your email before the tour as all important daily information will be notified via email., We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!, Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.

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

Set sail on a 3-hour whale watching tour from Reykjavík with expert marine biologists guiding your marine safari. Look for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises in the nutrient-rich waters of Faxaflói Bay off Iceland’s coast. Stay comfortable with onboard Wi-Fi and warm overalls, an...