Cruise ship under northern lights in Iceland.
Guests viewing northern lights from a cruise ship deck.
Guests viewing northern lights from a cruise ship deck in Iceland.
Whale breaching near cruise ship with guest watching in red jacket.
Whale tail splashing in ocean during cruise whale watching tour.
Guests observing a whale surfacing near the cruise.
Guests viewing northern lights from a cruise ship deck in Iceland.

Reykjavik: Whale Watching & Northern Lights Cruise Combo

Reykjavik
Guided Tours
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Duration: 5 hours (approx.)

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Experience two of Iceland’s signature adventures in one day: a 3-hour whale watching tour and a 2-hour Northern Lights & City Cruise, all at a discounted combo price.

Spot humpback whales, harbour porpoises, white-beaked dolphins, minke whales, and winter seabirds in Faxaflói Bay, guided by an expert marine biologist naturalist.

Enjoy a break between tours to explore Reykjavík or grab dinner before heading back out for an evening cruise beneath the aurora-lit sky.

Stay warm with heated indoor spaces, panoramic viewing decks, and complimentary overalls, with free WiFi available on board.

Did you know? Humpback whales in Faxaflói Bay often return to the same feeding grounds year after year. Some individuals have been identified in Icelandic waters for over two decades.

3 hour whale watching tour

2 hour Northern Lights cruise

Entry to Wildlife Exhibition

Excellent guidance

Use of overalls onboard

Free WiFi on board

Large viewing windows

Heated indoor saloon

Cafeteria and bar on board

Pick up and drop off available at request

Refreshments (can be purchased on board)

Whale breaching near cruise ship with guest watching in red jacket.

Whale breaching near cruise ship with guest watching in red jacket.

What to bring

  • Iceland’s weather shifts quickly, so layer up and bring a warm hat, gloves, and sturdy shoes—especially since you’ll be outdoors before, between, and during both cruises.

  • If you need extra warmth, thermal overalls are available on board and free to borrow.

What’s not allowed

  • Only registered service animals are allowed; pets cannot join this tour.

  • Outside snacks or drinks aren’t permitted on board.

  • Smoking is strictly forbidden inside the vessel.

Accessibility

  • This combo experience isn’t wheelchair accessible and may be challenging for guests with limited mobility.

Additional information

  • The total tour duration depends on the departure times you select. You’ll have a few hours of free time between the whale watching cruise and the Northern Lights sailing. Your confirmation email will outline the exact schedule.

  • Hotel transfers are optional. If added, you’ll be picked up only before the whale watching tour and dropped off only after the Northern Lights cruise. Additional transfers can be arranged on request.

  • Both sailings run only in safe sea conditions, and last-minute cancellations can occur. The team will notify you whenever possible, and it’s recommended to check the operator’s website for updates on the day of your tour.

  • Wildlife and aurora sightings can never be guaranteed. If your tour happens to be a “no-sighting day,” you’ll receive a complimentary return ticket valid for two years.

  • Onboard amenities include heated seating areas, large viewing windows, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a café/bar where you can purchase refreshments.

Whale tail splashing in ocean during cruise whale watching tour.

Whale tail splashing in ocean during cruise whale watching tour.

Guests observing a whale surfacing near the cruise.

Guests observing a whale surfacing near the cruise.

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Operating hours

Whale Watching Iceland

Monday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Tuesday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Wednesday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Thursday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Friday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Saturday
9:00am - 8:30pm
Sunday
9:00am - 8:30pm
  • Timings are displayed in the venue's time zone.

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FAQs

The total tour duration depends on the departure times you select. You’ll have a few hours of free time between the whale watching cruise and the Northern Lights sailing. Your confirmation email will outline the exact schedule. Hotel transfers are optional. If added, you’ll be picked up only before the whale watching tour and dropped off only after the Northern Lights cruise. Additional transfers can be arranged on request. Both sailings run only in safe sea conditions, and last-minute cancellations can occur. The team will notify you whenever possible, and it’s recommended to check the operator’s website for updates on the day of your tour. Wildlife and aurora sightings can never be guaranteed. If your tour happens to be a “no-sighting day,” you’ll receive a complimentary return ticket valid for two years. Onboard amenities include heated seating areas, large viewing windows, complimentary Wi-Fi, and a café/bar where you can purchase refreshments.
Only registered service animals are allowed; pets cannot join this tour. Outside snacks or drinks aren’t permitted on board. Smoking is strictly forbidden inside the vessel.
This combo experience isn’t wheelchair accessible and may be challenging for guests with limited mobility.
Iceland’s weather shifts quickly, so layer up and bring a warm hat, gloves, and sturdy shoes—especially since you’ll be outdoors before, between, and during both cruises. If you need extra warmth, thermal overalls are available on board and free to borrow.

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