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.

Combine time on Faxaflói Bay with a visit to Iceland's largest whale exhibition, featuring 23 life-size models and immersive displays. A knowledgeable guide shares insights throughout the voyage, while thermal overalls, Wi-Fi, and a multilingual app enhance comfort. Minke whales are frequent sig...

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.

Climb the only Via Ferrata in Iceland on a guided tour of Mount Esja. Enjoy panoramic views of Reykjavik, Faxaflói Bay, and the North Atlantic.

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!

Escape the crowds for an intimate, personalized adventure on a motor yacht tour from Reykjavik. Discover whales and dolphins in Faxafloi Bay and enjoy sweeping views from the observation deck.

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.

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.