First, take a whale-watching boat out to sea and find these majestic beings in their natural habitat. Then, visit an interactive exhibit where you can experience how large and fascinating these beautiful creatures are up close.
About this activity
- Free cancellation
- Cancel up to 24 hours in advance to receive a full refund
- COVID-19 precautions
- Special health and safety measures apply. Learn more
- Mobile ticketing
- Use your phone or print your voucher
- Duration 3.5 hours
- Check availability to see starting times.
- Instant confirmation
- Live tour guide
- English
- Wheelchair accessible
Experience
- Sail on one of the largest whale-watching boats in Iceland
- Spot marine life, including whales, in beautiful Faxaflói Bay
- Visit the Whales of Iceland exhibition, with its fascinating life-sized models of Icelandic whales
- Guided boat tour
- Thermal overalls on boat (also available in children's sizes)
- Free WiFi
- Free ticket to visit again if there are no sightings on your tour
- Museum entrance fee
- Parking
- App available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drinks
- All areas that customers touch are frequently cleaned
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Prepare for the activity
Meet at the local partner's office for the tour. The Whales of Iceland Exhibition is located at Fiskislod 23.
Open in Google Maps ⟶Know before you go
- Please be aware the best time for whale watching in Iceland is during the summer months (from April-September). The chances of spotting whales may be lower at other times of the year
- To make your excursion even more pleasurable, be sure to bring warm and comfortable clothing and shoes. Sunscreen is also recommended in the summer
- Please note that wildlife sightings cannot be guaranteed. If you do not see anything on your tour, you will get a complimentary ticket to visit again
- German available as a second language on the Andrea (from May 1 - September 30)
- Whales of Iceland offers audio guides in many different languages, just ask for your language when you arrive