Reykjavík Whales & Puffins

The combo consists of two tours - a puffin tour on a smaller boat where we take you to one of the three islands just off Reykjavík where each year thousands of birds come to breed and a whale watching tour that takes you further into the bay to see the incredible whales and dolphins that live in our bay. 

Puffin watching is an enjoyable and easy adventure on a boat. Our captains will navigate to one of three nearby islands, Akurey, Engey, or Lundey, based on the tides and conditions. These islands are renowned for their rich birdlife, and in addition to puffins, you can spot other species such as eider ducks, arctic terns, guillemots, and cormorants. The rocky shores of the islands offer a perfect backdrop, and our experienced captains will find the best spots for you to observe the puffins up close in their natural habitat. If the weather allows, we might turn off the engines to let you fully immerse yourself in the natural surroundings and listen to the calls of the birds. Throughout the 1-hour tour, the crew will share fascinating facts and stories about the puffins and the surrounding environment. 

The whale watching tour is an exhilarating 3-hour journey into the bay, where the summer season brings the wildlife to its peak. This is the prime time to see Minke whales, along with white-beaked dolphins and harbor porpoises, thriving in their natural environment. As you venture further into the bay, you’ll have the opportunity to witness these majestic creatures up close. The crew will provide insightful commentary throughout the tour, enhancing your understanding and appreciation of the marine life that inhabits the area. The whale watching tour is not only a chance to see these incredible animals but also to learn more about their behaviours and the ecosystem they inhabit.

• Excellent English guidance 
• 3 hour whale watching tour on a big boat
• 1 hour puffin tour on a smaller boat
• Free WiFi 
• Use of warm overalls
• WC facilities

Remember to dress according to weather. We recommend wearing sturdy shoes.

The total duration of this combo tour is approximately 6 hours and it consists of two separate tours; Classic Whale Watching (3 hours) and Classic Puffin Watching (1 hr). After the first tour, you have about a 2 hours of free time to explore Reykjavík, enjoy a leisurely lunch, or simply relax before the next tour starts.

Departure times are as follows: 09:00 Whale tour & 14:00 Puffin tour / 10:00 Puffin tour & 13:00 Whale tour / 11:00 Whale tour & 16:00 Puffin tour / 12:00 Puffin tour & 15:00 Whale tour / 14:00 Puffin tour & 17:00 Whale tour / 16:00 Puffin tour & 19:30 or 20:30 Whale tour. Please refer to the booking calendar to see what times are available on your preferred travel date.

Would you rather see both whales and puffins in one go? Try our Premium Whale & Puffin Watchingtour instead and enjoy the thrill of speed, puffins and whale watching in a single, seamless adventure on a RIB boat!

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io