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Whale Watching in Faxaflói Bay – Reykjavík Boat Tour
Pickup available · 3 hours
Reykjavík
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14.500 ISK
Reykjavík: Whale Watching & Puffin Combo Boat Tour
Combine a 1-hour puffin watching trip to the islands just off Reykjavík with a 3-hour whale watching voyage into the bay. Spot Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises, and nesting puffins on this 6-hour combo adventure with Elding.
- Duration
- 6 hours
- Starts From
- Reykjavík
- Pickup
- Pickup available
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- All year
- Passengers
- Min 1
- Travel method
- Boat
About this experience
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This 6-hour combo experience pairs two of Reykjavík's most popular boat tours into a single day out on the water. First, board a smaller vessel for a 1-hour puffin watching trip to one of three islands just off the coast — Akurey, Engey, or Lundey — chosen by the captain based on tides and conditions. These rocky islands host thousands of nesting seabirds each summer, including Atlantic puffins, eider ducks, arctic terns, guillemots, and cormorants.
When conditions allow, the crew may cut the engines so you can sit quietly and absorb the sounds of the colony. Throughout the hour, knowledgeable crew members share facts and stories about puffin behaviour and the surrounding marine environment.
After the puffin tour, you have approximately two hours of free time to explore Reykjavík, grab lunch, or simply relax before the second tour begins. Then board a larger vessel for a 3-hour whale watching journey deeper into Faxaflói Bay. The summer season is prime time for Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises. Expert crew provide live commentary on the animals' behaviour and the bay's ecosystem throughout the voyage.
Both tours depart from and return to Elding's ticket office at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík. Warm overalls are provided, and free Wi-Fi is available on board.
Highlights
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Pickup point
Pickup or meeting details are confirmed during booking.
Frequently asked questions
Which islands does the puffin tour visit?↓
The captain navigates to one of three islands — Akurey, Engey, or Lundey — depending on tides and conditions on the day. All three are located just off the Reykjavík coastline and host large colonies of nesting puffins alongside other seabirds.
What wildlife might I see on the whale watching tour?↓
The whale watching voyage targets Minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises in Faxaflói Bay. Sightings depend on natural conditions, but the summer season is when marine wildlife activity in the bay is at its peak.
Is there a break between the two tours?↓
Yes. After the first tour ends, you have approximately two hours of free time before the second tour departs. You can use this time to explore the Old Harbour area, enjoy lunch in Reykjavík, or simply relax nearby.
What should I wear on the boat tours?↓
Dress in warm, weather-appropriate layers and wear sturdy shoes. Warm overalls are provided on board for both tours, so you will be comfortable on the water even in cooler or windier conditions.
Is this combo suitable for children?↓
Yes. The tour welcomes children across all age categories. The puffin tour is a calm, easy boat trip, and the whale watching vessel is a large, stable boat. Both tours are guided in English and are designed to be accessible for families.
Where do both tours depart from?↓
Both tours depart from and return to Elding's ticket office at the Old Harbour, Ægisgarður 5c, Reykjavík. If you are not using the optional hotel pickup service, arrive at the office no later than 15 minutes before your tour to collect your tickets.
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