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15 RIB and Zodiac Whale Watching Trips Worth Getting Wet For

33 tours  ·  from $33 a head

An inflatable puts your eyeline a metre above the water, which changes everything about the encounter, and it will soak you. These 15 list the age minimums, the swell limits and the price of sitting that low.

City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat - What you may see at the feeding grounds
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City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

1.City Cruises Boston Whale Watching Cruise by High-Speed Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 3,115 reviews · 3 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $85Our pick

Review of Boston’s 3.5-hour high-speed whale watch to Stellwagen Bank, with practical advice on sightings, comfort, weather, price, and booking.

“The whale watching tour was okay but not really worth the money. While we did see some whales, there were way too many people on board, which made it hard to get a good view. The constant movement of people going in and out from the deck to indoors was also a bit frustrating. That said, the guide was very knowledgeable and shared a lot of great information about the wildlife”

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Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour - The Zodiac experience: close, open, and exposed
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Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour

2.Tadoussac/Charlevoix: Whale Watching Zodiac Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.3 · 2,716 reviews · 2 hours - 150 minutes · from $98

Review of Tadoussac Zodiac whale watching, with practical tips on whales, fjord views, cold weather, price, timing, and who should book.

“We LOVED the experience. We registered online. For some reason we were asked to pay in Euros instead of Canadian dollars. For 3 of us the charge was $450 which seemed high.”

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Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat - Meeting the crew and preparing for the RIB
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Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

3.Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,221 reviews · 2 hours · from $175

Review of Húsavík’s two-hour RIB whale safari, with puffins, small groups, expert guides, practical tips, price advice, and weather notes.

“Took a guided tour with Gentle Giants on Sept 10 in the morning. Our guide was super knowledgeable and friendly, the speed boat was able to get to whale locations very fast, compared to the big slow crammed boats. We saw rare whales and humpbacks; at one point just over an arms length away. Our guide she educated us, the captain he knew what he was doing, everyone was so overjoyed. I am so happy I took a risk and spent a little extra on a much higher quality tour. Life changing experience! Sebastien and Tia”

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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat - What the open-water ride feels like
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Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

4.Los Gigantes: Dolphin and Whale Watching Cruise by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,063 reviews · 2 hours · from $33Best value

Review of Los Gigantes’ 2-hour speedboat cruise, with pilot whales, dolphins, cliffs, swimming, practical tips, and honest value advice.

“An incredible experience! The speedboat ride was absolutely spectacular – we saw the dolphins up close in their natural habitat. Communication with the team was excellent, everything was well-organized and professional. I highly recommend it for an unforgettable adventure!”

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Húsavík: Big Whales and Puffin Island Speedboat Tour - Why a 12-seat RIB changes the whale watch
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Húsavík: Big Whales and Puffin Island Speedboat Tour

Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure - Why the open boat changes the whale-watching experience
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Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

6.Victoria Zodiac Boat Whale Watching Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 916 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $154Top rated

Review of Victoria’s 3-hour Zodiac whale tour, with orcas, humpbacks, sea lions, practical tips, safety details, and honest value advice.

“Unfortunately, we didn’t see any whales, but the experience was fantastic. Our tour guide and driver, Mark, tried his best and he did a great job pointing out other wildlife available that day. I definitely plan to use my free whale watching trip to try again!”

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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour - Meeting at Wharf Street
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Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

7.Victoria: 3-Hour Zodiac Whale-Watching Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.6 · 651 reviews · 3 hours · from $140

Review of Victoria’s 3-hour Zodiac whale-watching tour, with orcas, humpbacks, seals, practical tips, pricing, safety, and honest advice.

“We saw so many whales!! 4 different Orca groups and several Humpback whales, too many to keep track of. Outstanding time on the zodiac, so fun being on the water like that to view the amazing marine life. We learned so much from the guide about the whales and their unique situations in relation to people and resources. It is all so very interesting and makes you want to steward the natural resources so much better. Thank you for the education, advocacy, and amazing tour! We would go again in a heartbeat! Thank you!”

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Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat - The RIB ride across Faxaflói Bay
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Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat

8.Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 621 reviews · 2 hours · from $200

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!”

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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat - The briefing sets the tone
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Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

9.Black River: Dolphin Swim and Whale Watching by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 595 reviews · 5 hours · from $129

Swim with wild dolphins, watch sperm and humpback whales, and snorkel Mauritius reefs on a respectful five-hour Black River speedboat tour.

“The boat staff was friendly and helpful! They were mindful of not disturbing Whales and Dolphins. We got to see 4 Whales and swam around many dolphins for more than an hour. Later they took us for snorkeling! Amazing experience!!”

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Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour - Why land spotters matter in Madeira
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Funchal: Whale and Dolphin Watching Speed Boat Tour

Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík - Hunting for Humpbacks and Other Whales
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Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík

Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat - What the RIB ride actually feels like
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Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

12.Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 489 reviews · 2 hours · from $200

Review of Akureyri’s 2-hour RIB whale watching tour, with humpbacks, fast boats, mountain views, practical tips, pricing, and honest drawbacks.

“Mack was a great guide and gave us loads of insights on whale behaviour. Found it really interesting. We saw many whales and it was great that the boat stayed a respectful distance from them allowing them to come toward us if they felt like it. It's the only tour we did in Iceland that I left feeling like it was well worth the money.”

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Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure - Searching for humpback whales
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Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

13.Zodiac Raft Whale Watching Adventure

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 456 reviews · 3 hours (approx.) · from $113

Review of Kona’s Captain Zodiac whale watch, with a fast 16-passenger raft, whale songs, sea caves, wildlife, costs, tips, and practical details.

“We really enjoyed our trip! Our guide was very knowledgeable! We were able to see a male, a momma with her baby and our raft ride was another great aspect of our entire experience!”

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Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík - Stop 1: Searching Skjálfandi Bay for gentle giants
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Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

14.Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $180

Ride a fast RIB from Húsavík to spot whales, dolphins, and puffins, with warm suits, expert guides, and a small group setting.

“We had an amazing time! We saw minkes, humpbacks and the largest pod of dolphins I've ever seen jumping and playing all around our boat. Our guide and captain did a wonderful job! If you've never been on a rib boat before the seats are all individual - like a motorcycle or snowmobile - which allows you to bend your knees or stand when appropriate. This is important for when the boat is going fast and hits a wave hard. You will want to stand to prevent your back from being jolted on impact - think of it like going up and down in the saddle of a horse. Do…”

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Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat - What the Zodiac ride feels like
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Pico Island: Azores Whale & Dolphin Watching on Zodiac Boat

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