Plan
DownloadWhale Watching from Reykjavik downtown harbour
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Expect to spot minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises in their natural habitat.
- Duration
- 3 hours 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- All year
- Getting there
- Pickup available
- Book by
- 1 hour before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
from
14,490 ISK
per adults
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Sat 24 Oct · 13:00
- Sun 25 Oct · 09:00
- Sun 25 Oct · 13:00
- Mon 26 Oct · 09:00
Runs: All year
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
Why it's on Icebreaker
Special Tours Whale Watching
Special Tours sails from its ticket office at Geirsgata 11 on Reykjavík's Old Harbour. The Classic whale-watching trip runs all year, two and a half to three and a half hours on Andrea, the company's largest boat, with indoor and outdoor viewing areas and a display of whale bones, baleen and teeth. From June to September the faster Lilja does a shorter Express trip. Out in Faxaflói you may see minke and humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoises. After dark the same office is the start of Northern Lights by Boat: two to three hours at sea with the city lights behind you, waiting in the warm cafeteria until the guide announces the lights over the speakers. Photos are free, warm overalls come in children's sizes, and a trip without lights earns a free retry. Special Tours is part of the Arctic Adventures group.
From the Icebreaker app, curated with The Reykjavík Grapevine.
Prices
| Adults16 - 100 years | 14,490 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children0 - 6 years | 0 ISK |
| Youth7 - 15 years | 7,245 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Sat 24 Oct. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
Whale Watching Classic (2.5-3.5 hours) – Operates Year-Round
- Our most popular option, operated on Andrea, our largest and most comfortable vessel.
- Family-friendly with spacious indoor and outdoor viewing areas.
- Educational experience with onboard displays of whale bones, baleen plates, and teeth.
- Guided in English year-round, with German guidance available from May 1st – September 30th.
Whale Watching Express (2-2.5 hours) – June 1st to September 30th
- Operated on Lilja, a high-speed vessel that gets you to the whale watching area faster.
- Perfect for those with limited time who still want a thrilling experience.
- Guided in English June 1st - September 30th, with Spanish guidance available at 10:00 on Fridays.
Wildlife You May See:
Expect to spot minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises in their natural habitat.
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)
What's included
- A comfortable indoor seat for every passenger
- Professional guides and a skilled, friendly crew
- Snack bar on board
- Warm overalls (available in children's sizes)
- Free WiFi on board
What to bring
We recommend wearing warm clothing & sturdy shoes.
Good to know
- Dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes - it can get chilly out at sea!
- Don't forget your camera to capture the experience
- Hotel transfer can be booked for additional fee (except the 21:00 tour)
Pickup and meeting point
Pickup is available: choose a pickup point when you book, or meet the operator here.
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
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
Questions
- How long is Whale Watching from Reykjavik downtown harbour?
- About 3 hours 30 minutes, not counting pickup.
- How much does Whale Watching from Reykjavik downtown harbour cost?
- From 14,490 ISK. Adults (16 - 100 years): 14,490 ISK. Children (0 - 6 years): 0 ISK. Youth (7 - 15 years): 7,245 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Is hotel pickup included?
- Pickup is available: you choose a pickup point when you book, or meet the operator at the start.
- When does it run?
- All year round. Departures are listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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