Iceland · Whale Watching

RIB Express

2 Hours Round trip from Reykjavík Moderate pace

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The journey

Trip highlights

01 Fast 2-hour RIB whale watching tour from Reykjavík
02 Get extra close to whales in Faxaflói Bay
03 Visit Akurey to spot puffins in summer
04 Scenic ride along the Reykjavík coastline
05 Warm floatable overalls, gloves, goggles and lifevests provided
06 Expert English-speaking guides on board
07 Included admission to the Whales of Iceland Exhibition

Head out from Reykjavík on a fast-paced 2-hour RIB adventure in Faxaflói Bay and get closer to Iceland’s marine wildlife in a small, specially designed boat. With expert guidance and a thrilling ride across the bay, this tour combines whale watching with dramatic coastal scenery for an unforgettable time on the water.

Along the way, you’ll stop by Akurey during puffin nesting season for a chance to spot these charming seabirds, then continue into the whales’ feeding grounds with more time to search for wildlife thanks to the boat’s speed. On the return journey, enjoy a scenic route along the Reykjavík coastline, with excellent photo opportunities, and make the most of included admission to the Whales of Iceland Exhibition.

Along the way, you’ll stop by Akurey during puffin nesting season for a chance to spot these charming seabirds, then continue into the whales’ feeding grounds with more time to search for wildlife thanks to the boat’s speed.

From the itinerary

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 2 Hours

Tour type Shared

Activity level Moderate

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Reykjavik

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

Day 01

Rib Express

The route

Where you'll travel

Tour route map — Round trip from Reykjavík 1 city · 2 Hours

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

Guided Rib boat tour
Admission to the Whales of Iceland Exhibition
Warm floatable overalls provided for your comfort & safety
Lifevests, gloves & goggles
A visit to the Puffin Island in the summertime
English guidance & expert guides
Scenic route along the Reykjavík coastline
Suspensions seats for extra comfort
We get you extra close!

What's Not Included

Hotel transport (available for an additional cost)

Know before you go

We kindly ask you to check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure for security briefing and suit fitting. Everyone that arrives later than 15 minutes prior to departure cannot be guaranteed to join the tour and Special Tours reserves the right to forfeit any refunds. In case there are no sightings on your RIB Express tour, you are invited to join one of our Classic or Express Whale Watching tours at no extra charge. Each ticket to the RIB Express grants free admission to Whales of Iceland for one.

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