Wild Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

Reykjavik Whale Watching Tour Description

Your 3-hour tour includes:

• Access to the visitors center at Old Harbour

• Ticket to the boat and wildlife exhibit onboard

• Best chance for whale, dolphin, and bird sightings

• Fun marine biologist guides

Sightseeing Boat and Guides

You could try spotting whales just for the fun of it, or you could watch for whales while hearing a marine biologist enthusiastically share their most favorite facts and stories of these gentle giants. By going on this particular tour, you get the latter, which makes your experience much more enriching. Their eagle eyes will help you spot wildlife in the air and sea as you float through the gentle ocean waves.

The other advantage is this is not a small boat, which means you don't have to worry about any gentle bumps like a kayaker might! You'll also appreciate the chance to view the whales from the main deck or from the warmer interior. Coffee and snacks are available for purchase if you get hungry.

Whale and Dolphin Sightings

With decades of whale-watching experience behind them, your captain and crew know where the best spots are to find the mammals of the sea. The summer months are best for seeing ocean wildlife, but whales have been staying in Icelandic waters throughout the year more often. Still, there's no guarantee of sightings since the animals are free to do as they please.

When those whales are sighted, enjoy the thrill of seeing them breach or blow for air. Just don't drop your phone as you take that video! You won't have to be confused at the kind of whale you're looking at since your guides will excitedly tell you as soon as they're spotted.

Possible sightings on this whale-watching tour include humpback whales and minke whales, or the more elusive killer whales, sei whales, fin whales, and pilot whales. Friendly dolphins and harbor porpoises are also likely to be seen. Not to mention sea birds and possible schools of fish.

After exploring the great blue ocean for a few hours, you'll return to Reykjavik to continue your adventures in Iceland. Be sure to ask for recommendations of delicious places to eat!