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Whale Watching from Downtown Reykjavik by RIB Speedboat
  • Sailing / Boat Tour
  • Whalewatching

Whale Watching from Downtown Reykjavik by RIB Speedboat

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Come aboard an exciting RIB speedboat and see the incredible wealth of marine wildlife that lives in the waters just off the shores of Reykjavík City.

Tour type
Day Tour / Activity
Duration
2 hours
Difficulty
Easy
Pickup service
No
Pickup time
45 min before
Booking in advance
2 days
Availability
September, October
Minimum age
10 years
Guide
Live guide

The experience

About this tour

Come aboard an exciting RIB speedboat and see the incredible wealth of marine wildlife that lives in the waters just off the shores of Reykjavík City. Nature lovers looking to see some of Iceland’s majestic whales, dolphins, and porpoises, but who wish to do so in a small group, should grab this chance now.

The tour starts from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and during your journey, you will travel among the small islands in Faxaflói Bay, as well as along the coast of Reykjavík, providing you with a fantastic view of the city as you search for wildlife in the water.

If that is not enough, on this tour, you don’t have to worry about overcrowding or not getting the right spot to see the whales. You will be sailing on Faxaflói in a small group which will make your experience personal, meaningful, and memorable!

  • Group Friendly
  • Couples
  • Outdoor
  • Youth
  • Eco Friendly
  • Private Activity
  • Romantic
  • Family Friendly

What the price covers

Included
Up To A 2-hour Exciting Tour In A Small Group 12-seater Rib Boat.Reykjavík Sightseeing With Panoramic Views Of The Harpa Concert Hall And Sun Voyager.
Warm Overalls, Gloves, Goggles, And All Necessary Safety Equipment.Pickup Is Available For An Extra Charge
Ticket types
  • Adults (16 - 100)
  • Teenagers (10 - 15)

Where it starts

  • Please check-in 30 minutes before departure at the Old Harbour House

    Ægisgarður 2, 101 Reykjavík, Reykjavíkurborg, IS

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Meeting
Meet on location
Pickup
No
Be ready
45 min before departure
Location code
Reykjavík (RVK, IS)

Good to know

  • Please Check-in At The Old Harbour House At Aegisgardur 2, 101 Reykjavík 30 Minutes Before Departure.not Suitable For:
  • Children Under 10 Years
  • Pregnant Women
  • People With Back Problems
  • People Under 4 Ft 8 In (145 Cm)
  • Since This Is A Wildlife Tour We Can Never Predict Or Guarantee Sightings Of Any Kind. In The Event That We Don't Encounter Any Whales And Dolphins, We Do Not Offer Refunds, But Instead, We Offer Our Passengers A Free Return To Join Our Tour Depending On Availability, Valid For Up To Three Years.we May Cancel Or Reschedule The Tour Due To Unfavorable Weather Or If The Minimum Number Of Participants Is Not Reached.

Your ticket

Please check in at Old Harbour House, Ægisgarður 2, 101 Reykjavík, 30 minutes before departure with our staff.

  • If you´re arriving by car, the nearest paid parking lot is about a 5-minute walk from our meeting point: https://maps.app.goo.gl/DcoFfLssh3v72xQ16
  • · Weather plays a big role, and we may have to cancel the tour due to unfavorable conditions. In such cases, we’ll notify you at least 2 hours before departure. You can also check the status of your tour on our website: www.seatrips.is.
  • The tour takes place in wild nature, so sightings can’t be predicted or guaranteed. If there are no sightings, we don’t provide refunds but offer a free return ticket (valid for up to three years, subject to availability).
  • Feel free to arrive early and enjoy a taste of Icelandic cuisine at the Old Harbour House! As our guest, you’ll get 15% off the food menu. Simply show your activity voucher to claim your discount at the bar. The kitchen is open from 11:00 to 20:30.
Type
Day Tour / Activity
Season
September, October
Requests confirmed within
2 days
Live guide
English
Reading material
English
Details updated
8 Sep 2026