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

Reykjavik
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Duration

Duration: 2 hours

Free cancellation

Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience

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Experience a thrilling high-speed RIB ride that brings you closer to whales and dolphins in Faxaflói Bay while ensuring comfort with state-of-the-art suspension seating.

Enjoy expert-led wildlife viewing, a guaranteed return ticket if no animals are spotted, and explore breathtaking Reykjavík coastal scenery on your way back.

Visit Puffin Island during summer for close views of adorable nesting puffins and gain deeper marine-life insights through guided commentary.

Stay warm and safe with the provided overalls, life vests, gloves, goggles, and a free buff, ensuring a cozy and secure experience on the water.

Entry to the Whales of Iceland museum is included, enriching your adventure with immersive exhibits before or after your tour.

2-hour whale-watching RIB boat tour

English-speaking expert guide

Small-group; 12-seater boat

Suspension seats for comfort

Warm flotation overalls, life vests, gloves & goggles

Safety equipment

Admission to Whales of Iceland museum

Visit to Puffin Island (summer)

Free retry ticket if no sightings

Hotel pickup and drop-off

Food & drinks

Parking

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Whale breaching near Reykjavik seen from RIB speedboat tour.

What to bring

  • Dressing warmly is advised, as Icelandic weather can shift rapidly during the tour.

  • Visitors may want to bring sunscreen since sunlight reflects strongly off the sea.

  • A good pair of closed-toe shoes helps maintain balance on the moving vessel.

  • Packing a camera or binoculars enhances the wildlife-watching experience.

What’s not allowed

  • Young children below the age and height requirements are not permitted for safety reasons.

  • Alcoholic beverages are not allowed on the tour.

Accessibility

  • The RIB vessel is not designed for wheelchair access, limiting participation for some guests.

  • Those with serious back issues, heart conditions, or pregnant women cannot take part in the activity.

  • Passengers must be capable of wearing the flotation suits and handling boat movement comfortably.

Additional information

  • Guests should expect to check in at the harbor ticket office before proceeding to the boat.

  • Late arrivals within 15 minutes of departure time may lose their spot without a refund.

  • Free rebooking is offered if no marine wildlife is seen during the tour.

  • The Whales of Iceland museum admission included in the ticket can be used before or after the experience.

  • Weather and sea conditions can impact the comfort of the journey, and staff are available to advise before boarding.

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

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Porpoise surfacing in ocean during whale watching tour in Reykjavik.

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