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Whales & Auroras

  • 6 hours
  • Whale and northern-lights cruise package
  • Reykjavík · Geirsgata 11
  • Tickets from age 0
  • Operated by Special Tours

Overview

A Reykjavík package combining a daytime whale-watching cruise with an evening northern-lights boat search, together or on separate days.

Pair a daytime whale-watching cruise in Faxaflói Bay with an evening northern-lights boat search. The two departures may be taken on the same day or split according to availability and weather.

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

3 stops

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

  1. Whale-watching cruise

    Depart Reykjavík’s Old Harbour with a guide to search for whales, dolphins and porpoises.

  2. Time between departures

    Return to shore and follow the confirmed schedule for the evening component.

  3. Northern-lights cruise

    Sail away from the brightest city lights for a guided aurora search.

Route overview3 stops

What's included

Included

  • Guided whale-watching cruise
  • Guided northern-lights cruise
  • Warm overalls
  • Onboard Wi-Fi and café access

Not included

  • Food and drinks
  • Pickup unless confirmed when booking

Know before you go

  • Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure. Meeting point: Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík.
  • Optional pickup may be available. Confirm availability and any charge when booking; otherwise meet at the stated location.
  • Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult.
  • Activity level: Very easy.
  • Wear warm layers, weatherproof outerwear and sturdy footwear suited to conditions on the water.
  • Neither whales nor Northern Lights can be guaranteed. Return options for a no-sighting component are subject to availability and the operator’s 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: 6 hours. Weather, wildlife and transfer conditions can affect the finish time.

Where do I meet the operator?

Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík. Arrive at least 30 minutes before departure.

Is pickup included?

Optional pickup may be available. Confirm availability and any charge when booking; otherwise meet at the stated location.

Who can join?

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

Are wildlife or Northern Lights guaranteed?

Neither whales nor Northern Lights can be guaranteed. Return options for a no-sighting component are subject to availability and the operator’s return policy.

What is the cancellation policy?

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

Special Tours

Special Tours operates sea adventures from Reykjavik city centre with over 20 years of experience. Whale Watching tours are operated year round, with additional tours consisting of Northern Lights by Boat, Puffin Watching, Sea Angling, RIB Express Whale Watching and a New Years Fireworks Cruise. Special Tours Wildlife Adventures is known among passengers and partners for its ambitious & hard working team, aiming for great adventures for every tour and for every client...

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