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The 10 most popular whale & puffin watching in Iceland right now, with what each one includes, who runs it and what you can expect to pay.
3-hour whale-watching cruise from Reykjavík with expert English guides, heated indoor cabins, and Faxaflói Bay marine life.
“We loved our trip and felt very lucky to be on the boat we were! the guide was informative and very respectful of the whales and their environment which cannot be said for other boats we saw! We saw humpback whales and it was amazing”
High-speed whale watching from Akureyri in Eyjafjörður fjord, hunting humpbacks (and sometimes orcas), with thermal suits, Wi‑Fi, and updates.
“Excellent experience. Boat was comfortable and well equipped. Guide entertained us all the way. Highlight was obviously seeing the two resident humpback whales. Only slight hiccup was the 15 minute walk to different port as the tourist dock was iced over. We could have been informed slightly earlier as I assume it’s been like that…”
Cruise Reykjavík Harbor on the Amelia Rose yacht for a 3-hour whale-watching outing with three panoramic decks, blankets, and expert guidance.
“Amazing! Beautiful landscape, many birds and if course we saw the humpback and the minke whales. Thank you to the crew and the team for providing interesting facts about birds and whales. Unforgettable experience!”
3-hour whale-watching from Húsavík in an oak boat over Skjálfandi Bay. Hot chocolate, warm overalls, and live guide tips.
“The staff on the trip were incredibly knowledgeable of marine life. They had a great sense of humour, and gave us a good introduction to the trip, including all health and safety matters. There was plenty of room on the bat, everyone was given the opportunity to see whales. It was one of our best…”
Elding's classic whale watch from Reykjavik: Faxaflói Bay cruise with marine guide, warm overalls, wildlife exhibition, free WiFi, try again.
“100% would recommend. Wrap up warm but well worth it . Guide was helpful and knowledgeable. Cafe on board with hot drinks. It is a must to do in Reykjavik.”
Sail from Reykjavík to Faxaflói Bay on the Andrea ship. See whales and dolphins, stay warm in provided overalls, and learn as you go.
“Amazing, Patrick our guide was so knowledgable and funny ! We actually got to see a humpback whale breach too !”
Traditional oak-boat whale watching in Húsavík with warm overalls, live guide talk, and a 3-hour Skjálfandi Bay cruise.
“This was my second trip with Gentle Giants in one day, the morning was on the speedboat and the afternoon on the traditional boat. I loved both of them and I saw humpbacks both times. It is so amazing to see these creatures in their natural environment. I have booked another boat trip with Gentle…”
Hour-long Reykjavik boat tour from Old Harbour to Lundey and Akurey for Atlantic puffins, binoculars, and expert guide. 100% sightings, $64.
“A little pricey for a one hour tour, but we saw so many puffins! 30,000 puffins live on the island. We drove off coast, but pretty close. We could see them flying and walking around. So cute. They had binoculars and several flew pretty close”
Húsavík RIB speedboat tour: big whales in Skjálfandi Bay and puffins on Lundey Island, with warm overalls and a small crew.
“Our guide, Austin, was incredibly professional and friendly. He speaks several languages (English, Italian, and Mexican Spanish) and gave engaging, informative explanations about whales, seabirds, and ocean safety. The whole trip was well organized, and you could really feel his passion for nature and marine life. It would be lovely if some hot drinks or…”
RIB speedboat whale safari from Húsavík with Puffin Island stops in Skjálfandi Bay. Warm overalls, expert guides, big sightings possible.
“Saw few sights of hump back whale, wish we had seen more, but who can predict nature!! Very happy that we got to see some..”
