Whale watching and northern lights tour from Reykjavik
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Whale watching and northern lights tour from Reykjavik

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$165.00
Free cancellation
Language: English
Availability: Everyday
Mobile voucher accepted
Duration: 6 hours
Why you’ll love this…
  • Find giants in their natural environment in the Atlantic Ocean
  • Spot Minke whales, Humpback whales, and Dolphins
  • See like Mother Nature lighten up the sky
  • Experience a moment so beautiful that leaves you speechless
What to expect

Start your day sailing into Faxafloi on the search for minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and harbor porpoises. While looking out for the mammals experience the impressive birdlife Iceland offers. Enjoy the beautiful coastline with impressive mountains and islands that surround Reykjavik. The whale watching tour lasts about 3 hours and will bring you back to the old harbor where you can get yourself ready for the second part of the day.

In the evening you will board a boat again for another 2-hour tour. This time in search of the incredible northern lights. These dancing lights are famous for their shape and mystery. Observing them from the water will give you an experience to remember forever. Both tours offer you warm overalls on board to prevent you from getting cold or you can warm yourself in the spacious heated indoor cabins.

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What's included
  • check 3-hour whale watching boat tour
  • check 2-hour northern lights boat tour
  • check Professional English-speaking guides on board
  • check Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings
  • check Warm flotation overalls
  • check Free WiFi on board
  • check Heated indoor cabins and toilets on board
  • check Complimentary seasickness tablets available
  • check Audio guide / headphones in English, German, French, Spanish, Chinese
What's not included
  • x_not_included Snacks and beverages sold on board
Where

Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting point:
Check-in is at Geirsgata 11. Reykjavík, Special Tours office located at the corner.
What to remember
  • Dress warm and wear good footwear because it might be colder on the water
  • The duration of the whale watching tour can be shorter (2-2.5h) from June to 15th September
  • Please be aware that due to environmental reasons during certain times of the year the trips may be delivered on a shared boat with partners of our local supplier ensuring the environment is kept pristine by making sure fewer boats are on the water
  • Whale watching and northern lights are natural activities governed by the laws of the weather. If the trip is canceled due to bad weather, the ticket is refunded if the following tour was not joined before, or you can change your reservation to the next available day
  • It is recommended to check the local suppliers' website in the section called "Dail Diary" a day before the tour for updated information
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Provider
Reykjavik Sailors
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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    From United States of America - February 2025

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