Check in at the Ticket Office
This great whale watching tour starts from the Old Harbour of Reykjavík and during the puffin season (early May to the end of August) we also visit the puffins in their natural habitat. Check in at our ticket office where we will get you ready for the tour with warm overalls and all necessary safety equipment. Next we head out in search of the whales. There are very few things that will beat the experience of seeing the whales and dolphins as up close as you can at sea level from our RIB boats.
Visit the Puffins on their Islands
During the puffin season (early May to the end of August) we visit the puffins in their natural habitat, at the Islands of Akurey, Engey or Lundey just outside of Reykjavík. The journey here is a short one, and we spend around 5-10 minutes with the Puffins. Puffins, auks, gannets and an incredible variety of other sea birds dominate the skies and sea cliffs just a few minutes sailing from the Old Harbour. Our RIB's are fast and small so we get you extra close and extra quickly out to the islands!
Search for Whales & Dolphins in Faxaflói Bay
Next we head out in search of the whales and dolphins in Faxaflói Bay. There is a good chance of spotting a range of species, such as Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, White-beaked Dolphins & Harbour Porpoises. We are proud to have 95% sighting success. There are very few things that will beat the experience of seeing the whales and dolphins as up close as you can at sea level from our RIB boats.
Ride Along the Harbourfront
After the whale safari we travel back to Reykjavík, where we will take ride along the city's shore line, experiencing a unique panoramic view of Reykjavík from the sea (perfect for photos). Our boats will take you past the Sun Voyager sculpture on the seafront and we then go by the harbour side of Iceland's most famous building, the glittering Harpa Concert Hall. Gain a whole new perspective on Reykjavík city from the shoreline.
Back to the Harbour
Finally, after a great adventure at sea, we head back to the harbour! This is approximately two hours after the tour start time. Then it‘s time to get out of your warm overalls and recuperate in our service center. We have WCs and information available inside so you can plan your next steps in Reykjavík. Be sure to check we have your correct so we can send you any photos (if taken) that the guide took on your tour!
