Whale Watching Tour and Golden Circle Excursion from Reykjavík

Immerse yourself in Iceland's awe-inspiring natural phenomenon and set out in search of majestic whales on this full-day excursion from Reykjavík!

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From€169
11 hrs
Everybody welcome
From 6 years-old and up
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Practical information

Course of events

Whale Watching Tour

- Pick up from one of the listed meeting points in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms' and specify when booking)

- Transfer to Reykjavík's 'Old Harbour'

- Board the boat

- Safety and itinerary briefing

- Receive your insulated flotation suit

- The adventure begins!

- Whale-watching tour in Faxaflói Bay (approximately 2.5 hours)

- Onboard café with drinks and snacks (not included in the ticket price)

- Learn fun facts about marine life from your knowledgeable guide

- Enjoy amazing panoramic views!

- 1-hour break of free time between tours

Golden Circle Excursion

- Arrival at the 'Special Tours Ticket Office' in Reykjavík

- Board the vehicle

- 1-hour scenic transfer

- Thingvellir National Park stop

- Geysir Hot Springs stop

- Gullfoss Waterfall stop

- Transfer back to the original departure point in Reykjavík (1.5-2 hours)

Activity requirements

Please be advised that all children must be accompanied by an adult.

Special terms

Pick-up is offered from the following locations in Reykjavík or you can meet onsite at the Special Tours Ticket Office, please specify when booking:

  • Bus Stop #06 – Safnahúsið (The Culture House)
  • Bus Stop #08 – Hallgrímskirkja
  • Bus Stop #09 – Snorrabraut
  • Bus Stop #12 – Höfðatorg
  • BSÍ Bus Terminal (By the taxi stand)
  • Cabin Hótel – Borgartún 32
  • Klettur Hótel – Mjölnisholt 12-14
  • Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel – Brautarholt 10
  • 22 Hill Hótel – Brautarholt 22-24
  • Grand Hótel Reykjavík – Sigtún 38
  • Hilton Reykjavík Nordica – Suðurlandsbraut 2
  • Hótel Ísland Spa & Wellness - Ármúli 9
  • Reykjavik Lights by Keahotels – Suðurlandsbraut 12
  • Dalur Hostel – Sundlaugavegur 34
  • Arctic Comfort Hótel – Síðumúli 19
  • Bus Hostel Reykjavík – Skógarhlíð 10
  • N1 Gas Station – Ártúnshöfði
  • To Be Announced
  • Reykjavík Natura - Berjaya Iceland Hotels – Nauthólsvegur 52

For the Whale Watching excursion, pick-up starts at 8:00 a.m. from one of the listed meeting points in Reykjavík and could take 30 minutes to complete. This tour is 2.5 hours long and snacks and beverages can be purchased at the onboard café for an additional fee.

Since wildlife is unpredictable, their presence is never guaranteed.

Meeting point:
Pick-up is offered from select locations in Reykjavík (please see 'special terms') or meet at the Special Tours Ticket Office, Geirsgata, 11, 101 Reykjavík
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Included
  • Transfers from listed locations in Reykjavík
  • Captain
  • Guides
  • WiFi onboard the boat and bus
  • Whale Watching Boat Tour
  • Insulated flotation suit
  • Golden Circle Excursion
Excluded
  • Food and beverages
  • Transfers from unlisted locations
Do not forget to bring
  • Wind and waterproof coat and pants
  • Several warm underlayers
  • Winter boots
  • Wool socks
  • Hat
  • Scarf
  • Gloves/mittens
  • Small backpack
  • Snacks
  • Water
  • Camera