Reykjavík Premium Whale Watching One-day tour

Description

An exhilarating premium tour starting from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík everyday from 1 April to 31 October. This is a small group tour with only 12 passengers per boat, specially trained crew and certified RIB captain.

Price: 10+ yrs. is 21.990 ISK.-
Duration: Approx. 2 hrs.
Tour difficulty: Moderate
Available: 1 April - 31 October (check booking calendar for availability).
Departure times:
1 April - 31 May at 10:00 & 14:00
1 June - 30 June at 10:00, 12:00, 14:00, 16:00 & 20.00
1 July - 31 August at 09.00, 10:00, 11:00, 12:00, 13:00, 14:00, 15:00, 16:00 & 20:00
1 September - 30 September at 10:00, 13:00 & 15:00
1 October - 31 October at 10:00 & 14.00

(Availability summer of 2020 is 1 July - 31 October at 10:00 & 14:00)

Search for the wildlife and explore seas on the adventure of a lifetime on our premium, small groups whale watching tour. Our specially engineered RIB boats get you closer and faster to the whales and puffins than our bigger boats. These stable and safe boats also allow us to search a bigger area, thus increasing your likelihood of viewing the whales, dolphins and birdlife. 

This fantastic whale watching tour starts from the Old Harbour in downtown Reykjavík. First we ride out to one of three islands close to the harbour and check out the breeding puffins (season 1 May - 20 August). Next we head out further in search of whales and dolphins. Seeing the wildlife as up close as you can from our RIB boats is a once in a lifetime adventure and experience. After exploring the wonders of the sea we sail back to Reykjavík, where we will ride along the city shore line. Along the coast we will have views of the city from a unique angle, Sólfarið viking ship sculpture and mesmerising Harpa Concert Hall.

PLEASE NOTE:
*This tour has a minimum of 2 passengers. If the minimum is not met, we will offer you to reschedule or get a full refund.
*Tour may not be suitable for seniors (65+ yrs), pregnant women or those with a history of heart or back problems.
*You need to be able to stand in your seat (minimum height of 145 cm.) and fit into one of our overalls to participate (maximum size 3XL).
*Participants will need to sign a waiver upon arrival in order to join the tour.
*Please make your own way to the Old Harbour at least 30 min. before scheduled tour departure as pickup is not available for this tour.
*If no whales or dolphins are seen on the tour, we do not refund the tour price, but in stead offer a complimentary ticket valid on our Classic Whale Watching tour. The ticket is valid for 2 years, for returning passengers only and are non-transferrable between tours. 

*This tour is operated by our sister company Whale Safari*

What´s Included

• 2 hour expertly guided whale whale watching tour on a RIB boat.
• Small Group - only 12 passengers with expert guide & captain.
• High quality suspension seats for extra safety and comfort.
• Puffins are also seen on this tour (from late April until mid-August).
• Reykjavík sightseeing with panoramic views of Sun Voyager & Harpa Concert Hall.
• Whale Guarantee! Or try again on the Classic Whale Watching tour for free!
• We supply warm overalls, goggles and all necessary safety equipment.

What to bring

Please dress according to weather and remember to bring a hat, gloves and sturdy footwear. You will be required to wear our thermal overalls (available up to size 3XL), as well as a life vest for the duration of the tour.

You are welcome to bring your sunglasses, phone or camera on board, but do so at your own risk. Bags are not permitted on the RIB boat, so ensure that whatever you bring with you fits around your neck or in your pocket! You can store your belongings in our office while you are on the tour.

Additional information

Make your own way to the Old Harbour for check-in at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. The tour lasts 2 hours from start to finish and requires a minimum of 2 passengers for the tour to proceed. If the minimum is not met, you will have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.

For safety reasons, participants must be at least 145 cm tall and able to stand comfortably in our saddle-like seats. The tour may not be suitable during pregnancy and is not recommended for those with a history of back or knee injuries. Please consult with your doctor prior to booking this tour. Keep in mind that you are required to sign a safety waiver prior to departure, confirming that you are physically fit.

We abide by a Code of Conduct for responsible whale watching, thus each encounter is on the animals' terms and distance may be kept to minimise disturbance. In the event that no whales or dolphins are seen, we do not issue refunds, but you will be offered a complimentary ticket valid on our Classic Whale Watching tour, for 2 years.