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Whale Watching
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Whale watching with Special Tours from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour. Choose between our Whale Watching Classic and Whale Watching Express tours – two unforgettable ways to explore the waters of Faxaflói Bay!
Whale Watching Classic (3-3.5 hours) – Operates Year-Round
- Our most popular option, operated on Andrea, our largest and most comfortable vessel.
- Family-friendly with spacious indoor and outdoor viewing areas.
- Educational experience with onboard displays of whale bones, baleen plates, and teeth.
- Guided in English year-round, with German guidance available from May 1st – September 30th.
Whale Watching Express (2-2.5 hours) – June 1st to September 30th
- Operated on Lilja, a high-speed vessel that gets you to the whale watching area faster.
- Perfect for those with limited time who still want a thrilling experience.
- Guided in English June 1st - September 30th, with Spanish guidance available at 10:00 on Fridays.
Wildlife You May See:
Expect to spot minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises
in their natural habitat.
Departure Times:
Whale Watching Classic (All Year)
- 09:00 – March 1st - November 15th
- 13:00 – All year
- 17:00 – May 15th - September 30th
Whale Watching Express (June 1st - September 30th)
- 10:00 – June 1st - September 30th
- 14:00 – June 1st - September 30th
- 21:00 – June 15th - July 31st (No transfers available for this departure)
