Iceland · Dolphin or Whale Watching

Whales & White Water Rafting

10 Hours Round trip from Pickup service provided in Reykjavík. Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Combine whale watching and white water rafting in one day
02 Search for whales, dolphins, seabirds and other wildlife in Faxaflói Bay
03 Enjoy a 3-hour whale watching tour with commentary from a marine biologist guide
04 Raft through the white waters of Gullfoss Canyon
05 Take in beautiful nature and stunning scenery along the river
06 Use of overalls, blankets and all necessary rafting equipment included
07 Relax in the sauna and hot tub after rafting
08 Pickup and drop-off in Reykjavík included

Combine two of Iceland’s most exciting water-based adventures in one full-day experience from Reykjavík. Start with a 3-hour whale watching tour in Faxaflói Bay, where you’ll search for whales, dolphins, seabirds and other marine wildlife while enjoying expert commentary on board.

Then switch from sea to river for a white water rafting adventure in Gullfoss Canyon. Surrounded by beautiful scenery, you’ll spend 60–90 minutes on the glacial river before returning to Reykjavík, with time to relax at the rafting base sauna and hot tub after the ride.

With pickup and drop-off included, this combo tour is a great way to experience both Icelandic wildlife and adrenaline-filled outdoor adventure in a single day.

Combine two of Iceland’s most exciting water-based adventures in one full-day experience from Reykjavík.

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At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 10 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Included

Transport Included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

Cities Reykjavik, Gullfoss

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Pickup for whale watching

Pickup for whale watching starts at 08:15 and lasts up until 8:45. We ask our passengers to be ready and waiting for pickup at their hotel or designated bus stops within that time frame. Any delays, please enquire about the bus's whereabouts.

3 hr. whale watching tour

Enjoy an exciting 3 hr. tour in Faxaflói searching for whales, dolphins, seabirds and other wildlife that frequents the area. Excellent commentary provided by our naturalist and overalls and blankets available to wear during cold days. See whales or dolphins or try again for free another day.

Pickup for rafting tour

Get picked up from Elding's ticket office by Arctic Rafting's shuttle bus. The bus will drop you off at Drumboddsstaðir rafting base where your next adventure begins.

60-90 min. white river rafting down Gullfoss Canyon

Enjoy 60-90 min. rafting down the white waters of Gullfoss Canyon. Beautiful nature and stunning scenery add that something special to a thrilling water adventure!

Drop off at your hotel in Reykjavík

After the river rafting you will be driven back to your hotel in Reykjavík.

The route