Whale Watching Cruise on a Yacht in Reykjavik: See Minke, Humpback, and Orca Killer Whales

Embark on a thrilling 3-hour whale watching cruise in Reykjavik. Spot Minke, Humpback, and Orca Killer Whales as you sail through the stunning Reykjavík Coast. Book now!

Duration: 3 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Old Harbour - Departing from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour, the ship embarks on a journey through the small islands of Faxaflói Bay and along Reykjavík’s coastline, offering stunning views of the city while searching for marine wildlife.
    Commonly seen are minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises. There is also the possibility of spotting orcas…
What's Included
  • Panoramic views
  • On-board WiFi
  • All Fees and Taxes
  • Drinks and snacks available for purchase
  • Professional guides
  • Spacious observation decks
  • On-board restrooms
  • Warm blankets
Additional Information

Embark on a sensational 3-hour voyage observing whales, departing from the historic Old Harbour, then journeying along the stunning coast of Reykjavík. Our whale expedition primarily concentrates on the viewing of Minke Whales, Humpback Whales, Orca Killer Whales, and other sea inhabitants.
Do remember, this excursion takes place in the uncontrolled…

Location
Old Harbour House | Food, Drinks & Tours
Ægisgarður
We are located at the Reykjavík Old Harbour close to the city's center. It is the main port of departure for whale watching and northern lights tours. *Please arrive at the meeting point 30 MINUTES BEFORE DEPARTURE.
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Camilla
Mar 26, 2026
Worth it even without whales - Tour guide was great the boat was very comfy and the scenery was beautiful! Didn’t really see much whale activity but the cruise alone is worth it
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Nicole_n
Mar 25, 2026
Great sightings! - Great tour! We had a wonderful selection of sighting which was rare for the time of our booking. Our guide was great with interesting facts, as well as a good eye for sightings. Also, the on board hot chocolate was amazing and cheap!
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Jen
Mar 19, 2026
Brilliant and value for money - We were very lucky to have seen the amount of whales, dolphins and porpoises. The sea journey was calm
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Sarah_s
Mar 16, 2026
Travel in style - Wrap up warm. Where shoes with good grips. Arrive in good time. Check the website before setting off, in case of cancellations.
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Diane_c
Feb 26, 2026
Whale less whale tour. - You are not guaranteed to see whales! We had a wonderful experience on the Amelia Rose and the crew were fantastic, sadly the weather was turning and we did not see any whales.
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E_d
Feb 20, 2026
Knowledgeable tour guide.... - Knowledgeable tour guide. Spotted 2 humpback whales multiple times and seals. Comfortable boat with indoor space to warm up...it's super cold on deck!
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Jason_k
Feb 20, 2026
Excellent - This was an excellent experience, weather was perfect calm seas very cold. Maybe an hour in we spotted two humpback whales and had them for the duration of the tour.
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Seray_h
Mar 15, 2026
Average - Very informative guide on our tour. Personally I don’t think these tours are worth doing in the winter as very limited in what you see; plus a high chance of it being cancelled and moved to another day (as what happened to us) because of high winds. I’ve done this sane tour in the summer and it was excellent, lots of sightings. Didn’t see anything this time around
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Cinthiayolanda_r
Mar 9, 2026
That if it's bad weather... - That if it's bad weather, they better not do it, if the wind and rain is strong, the waves will be too, people who get dizzy, take pills, I vomit 4 times and I saw scarcely the whales, they didn't look good with so many waves and so much movement, the truth is you have to choose very well the day
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Ella_g
Mar 27, 2026
Tour got canceled due to weather - Unfortunately the tour cancelled due to weather. It was one of our most anticipated excursions, that we didn’t get the chance to take. 😢
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From $98
up to 15 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).