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Reykjavík Whales & Viðey Island

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Reykjavík, Iceland
Adventure ToursTransfersWhale Watching

About this activity

This adventure tours is one of the standout things to do in Reykjavík, Iceland. Rated 4.0/5 by 3 travellers, it combines the highlights below into a single, easy-to-book experience from €118 per person. This tour combines the best of Reykjavík's surrounding waters. Before or after exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds in Faxaflói it is ideal to visit Viðey Island and experience its tranquility and sense of bygone centuries.

This tour combines the best of Reykjavík's surrounding waters. Before or after exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds in Faxaflói it is ideal to visit Viðey Island and experience its tranquility and sense of bygone centuries.

On Viðey you can enjoy a relaxing getaway from the city life on your own in the nature, see one of the oldest houses in Reykjavík and the first one made of stone in Iceland. There are also nice walking paths and beaches along the shore as well as artworks such as Yoko Ono's Imagine Peace Tower and Richard Serra's 'Áfangar'. Viðeyjarstofa café is open from 11:00-18:00 everyday in summer where you can enjoy refreshments before or after exploring the island..

EL-10a (09:00 departure)You start the day at the Old Harbour to join the whale watching tour starting at 09:00. After exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds Faxaflói offers you return to the harbour around 12:00. You have some time to explore the harbour area before catching the Viðey ferry at 14:50 just steps from where the whale watching boats dock.

EL-10c (10:00 departure)
You start the day at the Old Harbour to join the whale watching tour starting at 10:00. After exploring the wonders of the whales and seabirds Faxaflói offers you return to the harbour around 13:00. You have some time to explore the harbour area before catching the Viðey ferry at 14:50 just steps from where the whale watching boats dock.

EL-10d (11:50 departure)
You start the day by walking down to the Old Harbour in Reykjavík for the ferry departing at 11:50. After exploring the beautiful island of Viðey you head down to the ferry point to get back to the old harbour at 15:30. You have some free time to walk around before the whale watching starts at 17:00.

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Note that there is no pickup available for this combo tour. We do however offer drop off service for an additional fee.

Good to know

  • Duration: approximately 7 hours.
  • Confirmation is instant — your spot is secured the moment you book.
  • Offered in 2 languages.
  • Confirm weather-appropriate clothing and comfortable footwear before you go.

Who it's for

Adventure seekers

Best time to visit

Reykjavík is rewarding year-round, but spring and early autumn typically bring the most comfortable temperatures and thinner crowds than peak summer. Morning departures tend to be quieter and cooler; booking ahead is recommended in high season as popular adventure tours slots in Reykjavík sell out.

Frequently asked questions

From
€118
per person