Where to go · ZODIAC AND RIB WHALE WATCHING IN REYKJAVIK
The season here is short and the good boats fill first. Below: the 10 to book early, what each includes and how they differ.
Review of Reykjavik’s 2-hour RIB whale-watching tour, with dolphins, puffins, practical tips, pricing, weather advice, and who should book.
“Very good Whale-Watching tour. Did see Dolphins, Puffins and various Humpback Whales up close. Would definitiely recommend. We were only 4/12 people on the tour but they still went out and didn't cancel. Cudos to that for sure!”
Review of Reykjavik's 2-hour RIB whale tour, with puffins, dolphins, warm gear, museum entry, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“we saw a humpback and several dolphins. and puffins! it was lovely! captain and guide were excellent!”
Review of Reykjavik's 2-hour RIB whale and puffin tour, with marine biologist guides, warm gear, wildlife odds, costs, and practical tips.
“We received protective gear against water & wind which was amazing - the boatride is of course bumpy but the guides give you safety instructions and regularly check in if everyone is ok. We saw plenty of dolphins, puffins, a humpback and minke whales. Great experience”
Review of Reykjavik’s small-group RIB whale tour, with puffins, whales, dolphins, practical tips, price, comfort, and weather advice.
“The trip was incredible! The staff was so enthusiastic and informative. The trip itself was exceptional. The boat ride was exhilarating. We were able to see a whale breach 4 times!”
Review of Reykjavik’s fast RIB whale-watching tour, with small groups, warm gear, wildlife odds, practical tips, and honest value advice.
“Excellent experience- well saw three types of whales very close to the boat, excellent captain and guide, saw puffins and enjoyed every minute. Fun boat ride too!”
Race from Reykjavik harbor into Faxaflói Bay on a 12-seat RIB, seeking whales, dolphins, puffins, and sharp city views.
“What a fabulous speed boat trip ! the guide and boat navigator worked well as a team to firstly spot and then follow a hump back whale which was feeding therefore just blowing up air every now and then . We saw it come out the water . Only saw the one whale but was given a great synchronised show by a pod of dolphins that followed us for quite a while circling under and the around boat diving in and out of the water. Then we were taken to the puffin nesting area and were given quite an aerial and water display by lots of puffins flying and swimming…”
Review of Reykjavik’s 2-hour RIB whale watching tour, with fast boats, puffin island, warm gear, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“This was such a great experience for me and my partner! The lead guide Jonathan was super knowledgeable about the animals that we saw on the way, including the puffins "running" across the water and the other sea birds! We managed to see three humpbacks during our tour out and it was AMAZING! We were literally meters away from a humpback and her calf, spraying water and displaying the flukes! The boat experience was one of a kind, such a smooth ride considering! The shock resistant seats really made all the difference. I highly recommend this for anyone looking for something fun to do outside in Iceland in their free…”
Ride a fast RIB from Reykjavik for whale and dolphin sightings, puffins, harbor views, and a small-group adventure on Icelandic waters.
“Great!!! They were super nice. I had so much fun!!!”
Review of Reykjavik’s 2-hour RIB whale tour, with speedboat thrills, warm gear, wildlife chances, practical tips, value, and drawbacks.
“My kids loved this and what a wonderful experience to see the whales this close and dancing. Well organised trip.”
Race across Iceland’s Atlantic waters, spot whales and puffins, and sample harðfiskur on a fast, small-group RIB adventure.
“Absaloutely fabulous whale watching trip! We saw numerous humpbacks, one even jumping and kind of waving at us! Great brand new poweful and very comfortable rib boat and equipment, awesome captain and guide who went out of their way to make the experience extra special. Highly recommend!”
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