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Reykjavík Classic Whale Watching

    Duration
    3 hours
    Meeting point
    Elding Old Harbour office
    Minimum age
    All ages
    Operated by
    Elding Adventure at Sea
    • Guided passenger-vessel whale cruise
    • Reykjavík · Ægisgarður 5c

    Overview

    A three-hour guided whale-watching cruise from Reykjavík into Faxaflói Bay, with indoor seating, viewing decks and a wildlife exhibition.

    Explore Faxaflói Bay with an experienced crew and marine naturalist. The vessel offers indoor seating and outside viewing platforms while the team searches for minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises and seabirds.

    Departure, route and access may change with weather, natural conditions and the captain or guide’s safety decisions. Check availability for your travel date when booking.

    Itinerary

    The shape of your day

    1 stop

    The itinerary may change when weather, sea conditions or safety considerations require it.

    1. Start

      Check in and wildlife exhibition

      Meet at Elding’s Ægisgarður 5c ticket office, collect a boarding pass and visit the included wildlife display.

    2. Whale watching in Faxaflói

      Sail into the bay with live commentary and move between the heated saloon and viewing decks.

    3. End

      Return to the Old Harbour

      The captain returns to Reykjavík after the condition-dependent search.

    Your tour locationIceland
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    Tour areaElding Old Harbour office

    What's included

    Included

    • Guided whale-watching cruise
    • Warm overalls and blankets
    • Wildlife exhibition access
    • Heated indoor saloon and viewing decks
    • Wi-Fi and a no-sighting return ticket

    Not included

    • Pickup and drop-off unless added at extra cost
    • Food and drinks

    Know before you go

    • Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure. Meeting point: Ægisgarður 5c, Reykjavík.
    • Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.
    • Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult.
    • Activity level: Easy.
    • Wear warm layers, weatherproof outerwear and sturdy footwear suited to conditions on the water.
    • Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. If no whales or dolphins are seen, Elding offers a complimentary return ticket under its return policy.
    • Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.

    Frequently asked

    How long is the experience?

    Duration: 3 hours. Weather, wildlife and transfer conditions can affect the finish time.

    Where do I meet the operator?

    Ægisgarður 5c, Reykjavík. Arrive at least 15 minutes before departure.

    Is pickup included?

    Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.

    Who can join?

    Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult. Activity level: Easy. All listed safety restrictions apply.

    Are wildlife or Northern Lights guaranteed?

    Wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. If no whales or dolphins are seen, Elding offers a complimentary return ticket under its return policy.

    What is the cancellation policy?

    Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.

    Elding Adventure at Sea

    Operated by Elding Adventure at Sea · Booked and supported by FAR Travel, Reykjavík

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