Guests on RIB speedboat in Reykjavik heading to whale watching.
Whale tail splashing in ocean near Reykjavik with mountains in background.
Guests on RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik, heading to whale watching.
Whale breaching near Reykjavik seen from RIB speedboat tour.
Puffins perched on a cliff edge on Puffin Island, viewable from RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik.
Porpoise surfacing in ocean during whale watching tour in Reykjavik.
Guests on a RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik, Iceland, near rocky cliffs.

Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour on RIB Speedboat

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Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

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Experience an exciting day out with Reykjavik's Whale Watching Tour on RIB Speedboat, offering thrilling encounters with majestic marine life just off Iceland’s coast. This tour is part of the city's vibrant array of tours and day trips designed to showcase its natural beauty. Enjoy a unique adventure as you explore one of Reykjavik's most sought-after attractions from the water.

With state-of-the-art suspension seating for comfort, enjoy a thrilling high-speed RIB ride that brings you closer to whales and dolphins in Faxaflói Bay.

Explore stunning Reykjavík coastal scenery on your way back while enjoying expert-led wildlife viewing with the assurance of a guaranteed return ticket if no animals are spotted.

During summer visits, get close views of adorable nesting puffins at Puffin Island and gain deeper marine-life insights through guided commentary.

Stay warm and safe during your adventure thanks to provided overalls, life vests, gloves, goggles, and a free buff ensuring coziness and security on the water.

Enrich your Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour with entry included at the Whales of Iceland museum for engaging exhibits before or after enjoying the tour.

Entry for a two-hour whale-watching RIB boat tour

Access to an English-speaking expert guide throughout the journey

Use of a small-group, 12-seater boat ensuring intimate experiences

Comfort provided by suspension seats on board

Includes warm flotation overalls, life vests, gloves and goggles for safety

Ticket includes necessary safety equipment during the tour

Admission granted to Whales of Iceland museum as part of your package

Visit arranged to Puffin Island (summer) with expert guidance

Return ticket offered free if no whale sightings are made

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Cuisine and beverages

Vehicle parking

Guests on RIB speedboat in Reykjavik heading to whale watching.

Guests on RIB speedboat in Reykjavik heading to whale watching.

Join us on a fascinating Reykjavik Whale Watching Tour aboard a high-speed RIB speedboat and get up close with whales and dolphins in Faxaflói Bay. Our expert-led tour promises an exciting wildlife viewing experience while you enjoy the comfort of state-of-the-art suspension seating. If no animals are spotted, rest assured; we offer a guaranteed return ticket to ensure your satisfaction.

During summer months, make sure not to miss our visit to Puffin Island where you can observe adorable nesting puffins up close. Our knowledgeable guides provide engaging commentary that enhances your understanding of the marine life around Iceland's stunning coastlines. To keep you warm and safe during this thrilling adventure on the water, we supply overalls, life vests, gloves, goggles, and a free buff.

Before or after boarding our 2-hour whale-watching tour, take some time to explore the Whales of Iceland museum included in your package. This enriching experience offers engaging exhibits that explore the fascinating world of marine mammals. Our small-group setup ensures personalized attention with an English-speaking guide aboard a cozy 12-seater boat.

Whale tail splashing in ocean near Reykjavik with mountains in background.

Whale tail splashing in ocean near Reykjavik with mountains in background.

Guests on RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik, heading to whale watching.

Guests on RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik, heading to whale watching.

Whale breaching near Reykjavik seen from RIB speedboat tour.

Whale breaching near Reykjavik seen from RIB speedboat tour.

What to bring

  • Dress warmly as Icelandic weather is known for its rapid changes during tours.
  • Sunscreen is recommended due to the strong reflection of sunlight off the sea.
  • Closed-toe shoes are suggested to help maintain balance on a moving vessel.

Bringing a camera or binoculars can enhance your wildlife-watching experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Youth below certain age and height requirements cannot participate for safety reasons.

The consumption of alcoholic beverages is prohibited during the tour.

Accessibility

  • This RIB vessel does not accommodate wheelchairs, which may limit access for some guests.
  • Guests with serious back issues, heart conditions, or pregnant women are advised against participating in this activity.

All participants must be able to wear flotation suits and manage the movement of the boat comfortably.

Additional information

  • Please check in at the harbor ticket office before boarding the vessel.
  • Latecomers within a 15-minute window prior to departure may forfeit their spot without a refund.
  • A complimentary rebooking is available if marine wildlife sightings are absent during your tour.
  • Your admission to the Whales of Iceland museum, included in your ticket, can be utilized either before or after the experience.

Weather and sea conditions may affect journey comfort; staff will provide guidance prior to boarding.

Puffins perched on a cliff edge on Puffin Island, viewable from RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik.

Puffins perched on a cliff edge on Puffin Island, viewable from RIB speedboat tour in Reykjavik.

Porpoise surfacing in ocean during whale watching tour in Reykjavik.

Porpoise surfacing in ocean during whale watching tour in Reykjavik.

Dress warmly and bring sunscreen since Icelandic weather can change quickly and sunlight reflects off the water.

Wear a good pair of closed-toe shoes to help maintain your balance on the moving boat.

Packing a camera or binoculars will enhance your wildlife-watching experience during the tour.

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FAQs

Young children below the age and height requirements are not permitted for safety reasons.
A good pair of closed-toe shoes helps maintain balance on the moving vessel.
Packing a camera or binoculars enhances your wildlife-watching experience.
Yes, visitors may want to bring sunscreen since sunlight reflects strongly off the sea.
The tour takes place on a high-speed RIB speedboat with state-of-the-art suspension seating.
Yes, you will have access to English-speaking expert guides throughout your experience.
Highlights include thrilling high-speed RIB rides for whale and dolphin viewing in Faxaflói Bay, guaranteed return tickets if no animals are spotted, coastal scenery exploration, Puffin Island visits during summer, guided commentary on marine life, and entry to the Whales of Iceland museum.
You'll receive warm flotation overalls, life vests, gloves, goggles, a free buff, and other necessary safety equipment for your comfort and security on the water.
It's advised to dress warmly as Icelandic weather can change quickly during the tour.
The tour includes a 2-hour whale-watching RIB boat trip with suspension seats, expert guides, small-group settings, safety equipment, museum entry. It excludes hotel pickup and drop-off, food & drinks, and parking.

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