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TOURS FROM REYKJAVÍK: 18. March

Classic Whale Watching:

Departure at 09:00 - CONFIRMED

Departure at 13:00 - CONFIRMED

 

Northern Lights Cruise:

Departure at 22:00 - CONFIRMED

 

You can book your ticket here or come to our ticket office to purchase your ticket.

Northern Lights

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and the original operator
from Reykjavík

Popular Tours

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This is the original whale watching tour from Reykjavík! Join our highly enthusiastic and experienced team in the search for whales, dolphins and birds of Faxaflói bay! Most common wildlife encountered are humpbacks, minkes, dolphins and porpoises.

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3:00 Hours
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Search for northern lights on this thrilling winter cruise where we maximise your chances of sightings! Watching the auroras dance in the vast starry space with the gentle lull of the ocean beneath us is an experience of a lifetime.

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Only a few minutes away from the busy city life is Viðey island, a special place that combines history, art and nature in a unique way. Daily ferry departures from 15 May - 31 Aug and on weekends from 1 Sept - 14 May.

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Enjoy a relaxing evening dedicated to Yoko Ono and John Lennon’s continuing campaign for world peace. The tour unites history, art and nature and is set on the beautiful island of Viðey, mere minutes from Reykjavík by boat.

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Here is your chance to see the incredible whales and dolphins of Iceland in their natural habitat. The vast fjord's vibrant life and plenitude of food bring the larger-than-life Humpback whales that call Akureyri their home.

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An exhilarating premium tour starting from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, with daily departures from 1 Apr - 31 Oct. A personal, small group tour with only 12 person per boat, a specially trained wildlife guide and a certified RIB boat captain.

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This is the most convenient way to see the Atlantic Puffin from Reykjavík! We will take you to one of three islands just outside the city, where these charming birds are known to nest.

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A Reykjavik fishing tour that's fun for everyone! Breathing in the fresh air, being out in the open ocean and catching your first fish of the day is an experience not soon forgotten. On this small group tour we travel to the best fishing grounds the bay has to offer and our crew will teach you the best techniques!

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TripAdvisor comments

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    Our whale watching experience was perfect. We did the smaller RIB boat tour and the boat ride itself was a very fun ride! We got lucky and had an extended time with a Minke Whale and got a good spot with a humpback. Nature is unpredictable so we didn’t have any preconceived notions that we would see anything. Very professional and our guide was exactly the type you want on a tour. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and concerned with doing everything right from our safety to the spirit of nature interaction. We had a first hand look at the wrong way when another company boat was close to us and kept fussing around while clearly the Minke whale was circling both of us. They were increasing the chance that this skittish mammal would be scared off. It shows the value of going with an experienced company. Highly recommend!

    667bryank
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Popular Combo Tours

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This combo unites some of the most popular winter attractions in Iceland - classic whale watching and northern lights from down town Reykjavík!

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Witness two awe-inspiring spectacles in one epic tour - the Classic Whale Watching and Lava Show Combo offers an extraordinary opportunity to encounter majestic marine life and witness the raw power of nature's volcanic forces!

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Enjoy the landmarks of Reykjavík from land and sea - hear captivating stories, enjoy amazing local food and see whales in the wild!
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This combo brings together some of the most popular activities in Reykjavík. After riding between lava fields and black sands, up and down the mountains admiring the view of the city and whale watching area its fantastic to spend the afternoon at sea expl

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Explore the sights of Iceland with state of the art technology that gives you a true feeling of flight, before or after joining a Classic Whale Watching tour in Faxaflói bay!

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This tour combines two fun activities that are perfect for nature and animal lovers - whale watching and horse back riding!

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Other Popular Tours

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The Reykjavík Food Walk
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We are a small group of proud local food lovers who are passionate about sharing Iceland’s incredible cuisines with fun, hungry and curious travellers! Experience the best of the delicious foodie scene in Reykjavik with a friendly local guide in the highest rated foodie tour in Iceland!

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On this small group Northern Lights tour, our experienced and knowledgeable local guides enjoy showing our guests all the wonders our beautiful island has to offer! The tour includes FREE photos and hot homemade chocolate and cinnamon buns!

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FlyOver Iceland is located in the exciting Grandi Harbor District, this all season attraction takes you on a breathtaking journey across Iceland. Soar over land, sea and ice. Move with the arctic winds. The ride utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give the guest the feeling of flight.

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Lava Show Reykjavik
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Are you fascinated with lava, volcanoes, and geology? Would you like to see red-hot lava up close in a safe environment? If the answer is yes, you need to experience Lava Show Reykjavik. It is the only live lava show in the world and has become one of the must-see experiences in Iceland! 

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Whale Diary

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    • CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 9:00, 13:00

    Today’s whale watching tour is on schedule from Reykjavík! Make sure to dress according to weather and feel free to borrow our comfortable thermal overalls if needed.

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    After 30 min sailing this morning, we found a humpback whale (Frodo) between the islands, doing beautiful fluke dives. In the afternoon we found 3-4 harbour porpoises quickly surfing past us. Our captain then spotted the back of a minke whale and it wasn't too long before we also spotted Frodo that did 3 full body breaches!

Northern Lights Diary

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    • NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 22:00
    Tonight we are expecting an aurora activity of 2/9, S 3 m/s and 3°C. Moon is currently at waxing gibbous and 63% illuminated. Partly clouded skies are forecasted in the area.
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    • NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 22:00
    Due to unfavourable weather conditions, we have decided to CANCEL the Northern Lights Cruise tonight!