Whales of Iceland from Land and Sea
Watch for whales in the Icelandic sea and visit the Whales of Iceland exhibition on this experience from Reykjavik. Choose from a 2.5- or 3.5-hour whale watching cruise to watch for minke and humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbor porpoises in Faxaflói Bay. Then, admire full-scale models of whales and dolphins at Whales of Iceland, Europe’s largest whale exhibition. Explore independently to learn about the different species and grasp the magnitude of these giants of the sea. You can join a live-guided tour at Whales of Iceland at 10:30 and 13:30 every day (free for all ticket holders).
Please note that the Whales of Iceland Exhibition is open daily from 10:00-17:00 (closed Dec. 25th)
Options
Classic Departures
Classic Whale Watching: 3-3.5-hour express whale watching tours from Reykjavik
What's included in Whales of Iceland from Land and Sea
(Subject to Option Inclusions)Enjoy this 3-3.5 hour whale watching adventure, sailing out from Reykjavik´s Old Harbor, selecting your preferred departure time. Meet your captain, listen to a safety briefing, pull on a pair of provided coveralls, and find a spot on deck or in the indoor cabin.
As your boat pulls away, listen to onboard commentary about the marine life of Faxaflói Bay, and learn about the minke and humpback whales that can frequent the waters. Enjoy the views over the Icelandic mountains while scanning the water for whales, porpoises and white-beaked dolphins - and keep your camera ready!. In the unlikely event that you don’t spot a whale, you’ll receive a ticket for another cruise.
Either before or after you join the whale watching tour, make your way independently to the Whales of Iceland exhibition, Europe's largest exhibition dedicated to whales. Ogle life-size models of whale and dolphin species including belugas and killer whales, and see replicas of the minkes and humpbacks you may have seen or will be seeing on the boat tour. Learn about these giants of the sea from the displays, and perhaps relax over drinks and snacks (own expense) at the café before you leave. The Whales of Iceland museum is open daily from 10:00-17:00 (Closed December 25th).
Inclusions
- Complimentary sea sickness tablets, if needed
- Experienced biologist on Whale Watching tour
- Heated indoor seating areas
- Free WiFi on board and at Whales of Iceland
- Use of thermal overalls during Whale Watching - also available in children's sizes!
- Admission to the Whales of Iceland Exhibition (Open 10:00-17:00)
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers (available for whale watching on request for an additional cost)
- Food and drink (available to purchase at both locations)
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Exhibition is Wheelchair Accessible
Meet
Pickup and Dropoff
You will make your own way to the meeting points
Meeting / End Points
- Please meet us for the whale watching at our Special Tours Ticket Office, located at Geirsgata 11 in Reykjavik's Old Harbour.
Redeem
Ticket Redemption
Please check in at the Special Tours ticket office to exchange your voucher for the boarding pass.
