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Whale watching tours run by boat from Reykjavík, Húsavík, Akureyri, Dalvík and parts of the Westfjords, each giving a different chance of spotting whales, dolphins and porpoises. A local travel agency in Iceland can point you to the best departure port for your route and timing.
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Day tourWestfjordsIsafjordur Whale WatchingFrom, per person14,600 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandHúsavík Whale WatchingFrom, per person14,036 ISKSee dates
Day tourReykjavíkWhale Watching Luxury TourYacht CruiseFrom, per person13,490 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandWhale Watching AkureyriFrom, per person14,500 ISKSee dates
Day tourReykjavíkWhale Watching from ReykjavikFrom, per person13,490 ISKSee dates
Day tourWestman IslandsVestmannaeyjar Boat TourElephant Rock, Whales & PuffinsFrom, per person12,000 ISKSee dates
Day tourSnæfellsnes & WestÓlafsvík Whale WatchingFrom, per person14,000 ISKSee dates
Day tourWestfjordsWhale Watching in IsafjordurFamily Friendly TourFrom, per person14,240 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandWhale Watching & Sea AngleNorth IcelandFrom, per person12,700 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandHusavik Whale Watching & PuffinsRIB boatFrom, per person21,990 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandExpress Whale Watching in DalvíkRIB Boat Tour with PuffinsFrom, per person20,990 ISKSee dates
Day tourLarge groupGolden CircleGolden Circle and Whale WatchingFrom, per person24,990 ISKSee dates
Day tourReykjavíkWhale Watching & Northern LightsReykjavikFrom, per person22,980 ISKSee dates
Day tourLarge groupHorse Riding & Whale WatchingFrom, per person36,150 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandPuffins & Whale Watching from HusavikFrom, per person16,490 ISKSee dates
Day tourReykjavíkReykjavik Whale Watching & PuffinsFrom, per person19,540 ISKSee dates
Day tourReykjavíkMidnight Sun Whale Watching from ReykjavikFrom, per person14,500 ISKSee dates
Day tourNorth IcelandDalvík Whale WatchingFrom, per person11,990 ISKSee dates
Day tourSmall groupWestfjordsHólmavík Whale WatchingFrom, per person13,500 ISKSee dates
Day tourSmall groupNorth IcelandGoðafoss Waterfall & Whale Watching from AkureyriFrom, per person26,990 ISKSee dates
9-day tourSmall groupAround Iceland · Westfjords9-Day Ring Road & Westfjords TourFrom, per person339,990 ISKSee dates
Entry ticketReykjavíkWhales of Iceland MuseumFrom, per person4,000 ISKSee datesTry removing a filter, or ask a local and we will find the right trip for you.
Húsavík, in the north, has a strong reputation for whale watching, with a wide range of species seen through the season, and is worth the detour if the north is on your route.
Reykjavík is the most convenient option if you are staying in the capital, with tours departing directly from the old harbour and no extra driving needed.
Sightings are never guaranteed, since whales move freely, but most operators run with a good track record and offer another trip free if nothing is seen.
Boats can be cold and exposed even in summer, so dress warmly regardless of the season; most operators provide overalls to wear over your clothing.
Whales can be seen for much of the year, though many operators consider the summer months the most reliable for a range of species.
This varies by location and season, and can include minke whales, humpback whales, dolphins and porpoises, among others.
Most run for a few hours, including time getting to and from the whale-watching grounds.
Yes, most tours welcome children, though the boat trip can be a long time for very young children on a rougher day.
It's possible on a rougher day; if you are prone to seasickness, consider taking medication in advance.