Whale Watching · ZODIAC WHALE WATCHING IN REYKJAVIK
This is the shortlist you would send a friend: 9 zodiac whale watching in Reykjavik worth the money, each with its price, its traveller verdict and the one thing to know before you commit.
Join Sea Trips Reykjavík at the Old Harbour for a two-hour RIB safari among Faxaflói Bay’s islands. Guides such as Claudia, Julian, and Bianca share marine facts while the captain searches for humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, and puffins. The boat is fast, intimate, and weather dependent.
“Guide was awesome. We saw great whale and dolphin activity. Amazing pictures. Great value!”
Join a two-hour RIB boat trip from Reykjavik with a small-group feel, spring-mounted seats, warm flotation suits, and guides such as Rebecca, Patrick, and Joel. Search Faxaflói Bay for whales and dolphins, stop at Akurey for summer puffins, then use your included ticket at the Whales of Iceland Museum.
“We were taken out on the RIB boat by a lovely guide called Joel on Sunday 29 September. He was so passionate and knowledgeable about all the local wildlife, pointing out different species of rare birds, getting us to the whales quickly and telling us a lot of facts. He made the experience so exciting and you could just tell he absolutely loves his job. We managed to see 5 humpback whales, including a mum and baby which is very rare to see! And I saw a pod of white beaked dolphins but no one else spotted them as we were going too quick! It was such a brilliant experience…”
From Reykjavik’s Old Harbour, join a small group of up to 12 on a two-hour RIB safari. A marine biologist guide helps you spot puffins, minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises, while the captain covers wide stretches of water quickly. Warm overalls, gloves, and goggles are provided.
“we were fully pleased with our adventure and we had an amazing time and we were extremely satisfied with the whole thing the guide was clear and great the boat ride itself was a lot of fun and we got to see so much not disappointed at all would definitely recommend this activity to anyone and would even do it again if we were to go back to Iceland”
Join Katla Whale Watching for a two-hour RIB ride from Reykjavik with up to 12 people. Guides such as Rebekah, Anika, Joe, and Joel explain whales, dolphins, puffins, and city sights while the fast boat searches Faxaflói Bay. Warm gear, gloves, goggles, and a life-jacket are supplied.
“Truly awful weather, but what an experience! So very very lucky to see the humpbacks leaping from the water and slapping their fins on the sea from mere feet away! Rebecca was such a great guide”
Set out from Ægisgarður on a 12-seat RIB with suspension seats, waterproof overalls, gloves, goggles, and a guide speaking English or Icelandic. Cruise past Harpa and Sun Voyager, then search Faxaflói Bay for whales, dolphins, seals, and puffins. The ride itself is fast, windy, and often bumpy.
“The ride itself was very fun and exhilarating - RIB boat was flying over the waves. The ride was quite bumpy (depends on the size of the waves and direction of the wind). Not for the fearful ones. We saw some humpback whales (mostly their backs -they don't jump as dolphins do) and a lot of friendly dolphins, who outdid themselves. The guide was joking that they are on payroll - it really looked like that :)”
Ride a 12-meter RIB from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour toward Faxaflói Bay, where guides search for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. The small group, suspension seats, warm overalls, and summer stop at Akurey make this a fast, close-to-the-water outing, led in English.
“A must go for all travellers to Iceland. We were fortunate enough to spot hump back whales out there. A lifetime & memorable experience.”
Join an English-speaking captain and wildlife guide at Reykjavik Old Harbour for a two-hour RIB ride with suspension seats, warm overalls, and a wide search area. Look for whales and dolphins, visit puffin grounds from May to August, and view Harpa and Sun Voyager from the water.
“Brilliant brilliant trip. The dolphins and whales were so close to us as the speedboat was low in the water. Much better than going on a cruiser. Thank you we loved every minute.”
Join a 12-person RIB from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour for a fast, close-to-the-water search for minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, and puffins. Guides such as Claudia, Eva, and Julien have led trips noted for strong wildlife spotting and useful local insight. Warm overalls, gloves, goggles, and safety gear are supplied.
“We had a great time on this excursion. Claudia and our experienced captain took great care of us. This trip is just the right combination of excitement and fun. We saw minke whales, puffins and spent most of our time up close with two humpbacks whales. I highly recommend this adventure! Also kudos to their booking staff who provided excellent communication.”
Join RIB Adventures in Kópavogur for a two-hour whale-watching trip aboard BLIKI, an 880-horsepower RIB boat. Search for whales and dolphins in Skerjafjörður, watch for puffins, sample Icelandic dried fish at Nauthólsvík, and finish with a high-speed run back to harbor.
“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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