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15 Best Reykjavik Whale & Puffin Watching

The whale and puffin sailings from the old harbor: minke and humpback runs on the bay, summer puffin-colony add-ons and express RIB versions for the impatient. The overalls they hand out are not optional fashion; wear them.

1.Reykjavík: Whale Watching and Marine Life Cruise

Discover Iceland's marine wildlife on a 3-hour whale watching cruise from Reykjavík. Expect expert guides, scenic views, and potential whale sightings.

Most Popular★ 4.6

“This was one of the best experiences I’ve ever done on holiday. Getting to see two humpback whales in their natural habitat was absolutely phenomenal. The boat was comfortable with many vantage points, and it had a fully stocked bar with loads of snacks and…”

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2.Reykjavík: Whale Watching Cruise on the Amelia Rose Yacht

Experience Iceland's marine wildlife on a smooth, three-hour whale watching cruise from Reykjavik aboard the Amelia Rose yacht, with expert guides and stunning scenery.

★ 4.5

“Excellent! We were lucky with the clear weather and flat sea giving us excellent views of humpbacks several times. Very helpful and informative guide too. Highly recommend.”

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3.The Original Classic Whale Watching from Reykjavik

Experience the thrill of spotting whales and dolphins on Reykjavik’s popular 3-hour whale-watching cruise. Guides, views, and wildlife viewing await.

★ 4.5

“The sea can be rough but wasn’t for us! You might not see the Northern Lights but we did (third time lucky, previous times was by bus) the crew were amazing. Definitely would recommend the Northern Lights by boat!”

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5.Reykjavik: Puffin Watching Boat Tour

Experience Iceland’s charming puffins on a 1-hour boat tour from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour with guaranteed sightings, expert guides, and stunning birdlife views.

★ 4.6

“You will see the puffins from a distence but there is nothing anyone can do about it. Participate it with realized expectation. Other than that was a good trip..”

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6.Reykjavik: the Original 3-Hour Whale Watching Tour

Discover Iceland’s marine life on a 3-hour whale watching tour from Reykjavik, with expert guides, guaranteed sightings, and warm gear included for a memorable experience.

★ 4.5

“The whale watching tour was an amazing experience. They had thermal overalls and rain jackets available to wear which was great and helped us stay warm through the boat trip and have great views on the deck. The guide was very knowledgeable and taught us…”

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7.Whale Watching Tour with Professional Guide from Reykjavik

Discover Iceland’s marine wildlife on a 3.5-hour whale watching tour from Reykjavik. Enjoy expert guides, comfortable boats, and chances to see whales, dolphins, and more.

★ 4.5

“Wrap up warm, plenty of layers needed but excellent tour with two humpback whales showing off a number of times! Guide (Patrick) was very entertaining.”

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9.Reykjavik: Whale Watching and Dolphin Watching Yacht Cruise

Experience Iceland’s marine life on a 3-hour whale and dolphin watching yacht cruise from Reykjavik. Enjoy stunning views, knowledgeable guides, and a cozy boat.

★ 4.5

“The guide was excellent taking us to spots where the whales had been seen earlier that day. We were lucky to see several sightings of the Humpback Whales.”

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10.Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik

Experience Iceland’s marine wildlife on a 3-hour whale-watching yacht cruise in Reykjavik. See whales, dolphins, puffins, and enjoy stunning city views from the water.

★ 4.5

“Tour was very good, staff were very friendly and good at spotting the whales and ensuring we got a good view of them. Guide was very informative as well! We got to see Humpback whales and Minke Whales and a lot closer than I thought…”

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11.Whale-Watching Boat Tour with Expert Guide from Reykjavik

Experience Iceland’s marine wildlife on a 3-hour whale-watching tour from Reykjavik, with expert guides, scenic views, and a sightings guarantee.

★ 4.0

“Host was friendly; cordial; informative; knowledgeable; passionate. Went above beyond providing a small q/a session on the return ride back to the harbor.”

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12.Puffin Cruise with Expert Tour Guide from Reykjavik

Experience up-close puffin viewing on this 1-hour Reykjavik cruise with expert guides, binoculars, and flexible departure times for a truly authentic Icelandic adventure.

★ 4.5

“We were warned at check-in that we were at the end of the season and we wouldn’t see a lot of puffins. We saw a fair number of puffins plus a few seals. Our captain was great as well as our guide! Definitely recommend but…”

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13.Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat

Experience Reykjavik’s marine wildlife on a 2-hour RIB speedboat tour, with chances to see whales, dolphins, and puffins in their natural habitat.

★ 4.7

“It was an incredible experience! We saw so many humpback whales along with a variety of other animals, including puffins. The real highlight was the sheer number of whales and the incredible show they put on for us—it was truly unforgettable. I’d absolutely recommend this…”

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