Midnight Sun Whale & Puffin watching from Reykjavik
- 2h 30m
- Free cancellation up to 24h before
- Guided in English
- Instant confirmation
Highlights
Go whale watching under the beautiful midnight sun during Iceland's summer months of nearly 24-hour daylight. Admire the special glow of the evening sun reflecting off the waters of the North Atlantic as your English-speaking guide helps you to spot these magnificent creatures. Set sail from Reykjavík's Old Harbor at 9 PM on Rósin, a custom-built boat for whale watching tours in Iceland. Kit yourself out in included warm overalls to stay comfortable during your trip, and enjoy the boat's facilities, such as indoor and outdoor viewing decks, 2 restrooms, and a snack bar. Spend between 2-2.5 hours looking for whales and puffins with an experienced guide. The most common species seen in Faxaflói Bay are humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbor porpoises, and minke whales, and the summer months also bring puffins to the bay — keep your eyes on the water for these charming seabirds darting between the waves. Finally, return to the harbor just before midnight.
Inclusions
What's included
- Free WiFi
- Complimentary sea sickness tablets, if needed
- Use of thermal overalls - also available in children's sizes!
- Heated indoor seating areas
- NEW - Special Tours App (available in English, German, French, Spanish, and Chinese)
- Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour - sightings guarantee!
What's not
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts, for a full refund.
Reviews
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Know before you go
- Meeting point
- Please make your way to the Special Tours ticket office.
- Pickup
- Everyone meets at the starting point; there is no pickup.
- Ticket type
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Group size
- Up to 65 travellers
- Operated by
- Special Tours Iceland
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
How it compares in Reykjavik
- Its from-price is 81% below the median of the 1582 experiences we list in Reykjavik.
- It is shorter than most of them.
- By number of reviews it ranks 464 of 1582.
- The operator lists free cancellation on it.
About Reykjavik
Reykjavik is the northernmost capital of any nation, a colourful, compact city of art and music that opens onto Iceland's volcanic landscapes.
The landmark Hallgrímskirkja church, its tower inspired by basalt columns, rises above streets of brightly painted houses. Down by the harbour, the glass-fronted Harpa concert hall shimmers on the water, and the Sun Voyager sculpture faces the sea toward Mount Esja. Laugavegur, the main shopping street, is lined with design shops, cafés and bars.
Top-ranked sights in Reykjavik: Thingvellir National Park, Gullfoss, Harpa.
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