Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with Expert Guide
Duration
2 - 3 hours
Free cancellation
up to 24 hours before the experience starts (local time)
Cancellation Policy
Free cancellation
You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience's start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience's start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience's start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it's canceled because the minimum isn't met, you'll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
Last Minute Availability
Wheelchair accessible
Live Tour Guide
English
Highlights
- Sail from Reykjavik on Iceland’s largest whale-watching ship
- Rest assured, if there are no whales you get another ticket for free
- Stay warm and cozy with overalls supplied by the crew
- Relax at the café or browse the souvenir shop
Included
- A comfortable indoor seat for every passenger
- Professional guides and a skilled, friendly crew
- Warm overalls (available in children's sizes)
- Free WiFi on board
Excluded
- Hotel transfers (available on request for an additional fee)
- No transfer for the 21:00 departure (June 15th - July 31st)
- Food and drink
Meeting Point
Full Description
Set out on an unforgettable whale-watching adventure aboard Andrea, Iceland’s largest and most comfortable whale-watching vessel. Departing from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, cruise through Faxaflói Bay in search of minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, and occasionally orcas, guided by an experienced marine expert.
Enjoy an interactive and educational experience as your guide shares fascinating insights about the local marine life. Learn more via the onboard app (available in five languages) and explore whale bones, baleen plates, and teeth on display. Questions are always welcome!
Comfort & Convenience
- Spacious viewing decks with 360-degree panoramic views.
- Heated indoor seating and warm overalls included to keep you cozy.
- Onboard café and souvenir shop for snacks, drinks, and keepsakes.
Optional Express Tour
During summer, choose the Express Whale Watching option on a faster boat to reach the whale area more quickly.
Whale Guarantee
If no whales or dolphins are spotted, you’ll receive a free return ticket to try again.
Departure Times:
Whale Watching Classic (All Year)
• 09:00 – March 1st - November 15th
• 13:00 – All year
• 17:00 – May 15th - September 30th
Whale Watching Express (June 1st - September 30th)
• 10:00 – June 1st - September 30th
• 14:00 – June 1st - September 30th
• 21:00 – June 15th - July 31st (No transfers available for this departure)
Know Before You Go
- Please consider that the best time for whale watching in Iceland is during the Summer months (from April until September)
- The chances of spotting whales may be lower at other times of the year
- To make your excursion even more pleasurable, be sure to bring warm and comfortable clothing
- Spacious and comfortable inside areas are available with larger windows for better viewing
- Please note that sightings of wildlife can not be guaranteed. If you are not able to see anything on your tour you will get a complimentary ticket to try again
- Please note that the tour is dependent on correct weather conditions. The captains will make their decision to sail based on many years of experience, always keeping in mind passenger safety and comfort
- Please be aware that the conditions may be rougher than expected when sailing out to sea. Please take the necessary precautions to prepare yourself if you are susceptible to seasickness
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