REYKJAVIK · ICELAND
Reykjavik’s best days out.
The 15 cruises & boat tours travellers book the most, and what each one is actually like on the day. Run times, prices and the operator behind every trip, in one place.
3-hour whale watching from Reykjavik’s harbor in Faxaflói Bay. Heated cabins, expert guides, and a real chance to see humpbacks and dolphins.
Most Popular“Guide was great, very informative. We saw 2 Humpback whales that were really active, truly magical experience”
Sail the Amelia Rose from Reykjavík’s Old Harbor for 3 hours of expert whale spotting in Faxaflói Bay, with warm comfort and panoramic decks.
“Excellent! We were lucky with the clear weather and flat sea giving us excellent views of humpbacks several times. Very helpful and informative guide too. Highly recommend.”
Reykjavik Northern Lights yacht cruise from Old Harbor with three decks, warm blankets, guided aurora spotting, and cozy bar comfort.
“Fantastic, cold but fantastic, glad we were dressed appropriately. I was just worried we wouldn’t see the lights, some people were on their 3rd attempt and we were only in Iceland for 1 night! But we saw them, staff were great, would recommend.”
Reykjavik’s 1-hour Puffin Express boat tour to Lundey and Akurey with a 100% sighting guarantee, binoculars, and a guide.
“It was a fun trip to see the puffins. The guide was knowledgeable and humorous.”
3-hour Reykjavik whale watching yacht cruise in Faxafloi Bay with warm blankets, Wi-Fi, and real wildlife spotting time.
“We had the most incredible trip! We were so lucky to see several humpbacks, minke whales and the endangered fin whale as well as lots of puffins! It was an absolute dream come true. Our guide, Lucky, was incredibly knowledgable and passionate. Thank you so much for having us 🙏”
Reykjavik whale watching on a yacht through Faxaflói Bay. Look for humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, and Reykjavik views from the water.
“There wasn’t a bad view on the boat as it wasn’t too packed in. We got to see three humpback whales multiple times and the tour guide was full of great information and stories about whales and Iceland. Even though we were out on a milder winter day, spending hours on the viewing decks will…”
3-hour whale watching from Reykjavik with thermal coveralls, heated indoor deck, expert commentary, Wi‑Fi photo sharing, and a try-again guarantee.
“Even though we spotted no whales, we still had a great time and the trip was great fun. Would thoroughly recommend.”
Short puffin cruise from Reykjavik to Akurey Island with expert English guide, binoculars, and close-up seabird viewing in about 1 hour.
“We were warned at check-in that we were at the end of the season and we wouldn’t see a lot of puffins. We saw a fair number of puffins plus a few seals. Our captain was great as well as our guide! Definitely recommend but just be aware that mid August is low number of…”
A cozy 2-hour Reykjavik cruise for northern lights, city views, and a warm boat plan, with free return tickets if the aurora eludes you.
“Our tour guides were fantastic and shared some fascinating facts. On the first night, unfortunately, the weather was against us and we missed seeing the lights. However, we were given a free pass and were able to see them the following night. The boat was very stable though a bit rocky if you stood on…”
Whale and dolphin cruise from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor with warm blankets, onboard Wi‑Fi for live photos, and a free repeat if no wildlife.
“Barely saw the back of one humpback in a three hour cruise that was ice cold in July. Not much fun for sure”
Reykjavik combo cruise: puffins on Old Skuli with overalls and binoculars, then whale watching in Faxaflói Bay on Andrea.
“Great time on the sea, saw puffins and few whales. Really nice guides, awesome experience- can only recommend.”
Two-hour Reykjavik Northern Lights cruise at sea with blankets, double deck viewing, and live English guidance to spot green aurora.
“Amazing we saw the lights and the boat and guide were both amazing as was the transport”
Chase the Northern Lights on a warm Reykjavík yacht cruise with onboard Wi‑Fi, whale sightings, and a free return.
“-Great views of the Northern Lights and Islands. -Friendly and knowledgeable staff. *Can become very cold over the water. Be sure to bundle up.”
RIB whale watching from Reykjavik in Faxaflói Bay with warm gear, close wildlife viewing, summer puffins, and museum time included.
“Fantastic experience, saw plenty of whales of different species whilst analysing the beautiful scenery, definitely worth the money, guide was fantastic throughout!”
Iceland’s South Coast in one day: an early Reykjavik departure, Jökulsárlón boat ride with icebergs, Diamond Beach, and waterfalls.
“The sites we visited were all amazing and all thought out well by the driver and guide. A very long day (15.5hrs) but absolutely worth it. Our coach was fully booked but the guide managed to deal with it very well.”
Every road out of Reykjavik, and every way to take it.
