Midnight Sun Whale Watching from Reykjavik
Overview
Experience whale watching under the midnight sun - a unique opportunity during your stay in Iceland! Keep your eyes peeled for minke whales, humpback whales, dolphins and more. If nothing is seen on your tour, you will get a ticket to try again another time at no extra cost.
During the summer months Iceland has nearly 24 hours of daylight, which allows tours to operate under the beautiful midnight sun. There's something extra-special about seeing whales in the evening, surrounded by the glow from an evening sun reflecting off of the waters of the North Atlantic.
This tour is 2-2.5 hours in duration, so you return to harbour just before midnight, giving you plenty of time to search for whales with one of our experienced guides. The four most common species that are seen in Faxaflói Bay are humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, harbour porpoises and minke whales.
Rósin features warm overalls for every passenger, indoor and outdoor viewing decks, 2 restrooms and a snack bar on board.
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!
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
Meeting Location
Geirsgata
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
Set sail from the Old Harbour and enjoy the scenic views as you head out to Faxaflói Bay beneath the midnight sun in search of whales, dolphins, and porpoises! Your expert guide will help you spot these cetaceans while providing in-depth information about the wildlife and surrounding areas.
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions
(9)Q: Do we get to swim with or touch the dolphins?
Cancellation Policy
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Activity code: C-5477P19
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Boat Tours customers.
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As an active member of the Dolphin SMART program, we do not have physical contact with the dolphins on Midnight Sun Whale Watching from Reykjavik. We watch them in their natural habitat from the boat.
Dec 2022If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- 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!.
- Gratuities.
- Hotel transfers.
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board).
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025There is no minimum age for this tour, so bring your wee one along for an adventure. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Midnight Sun Whale Watching from Reykjavik is as follows:
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Midnight Sun Whale Watching from Reykjavik will be included in your confirmation email from City Boat Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024What'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!
- Gratuities
- Hotel transfers
- Food and drink (can be purchased on board)
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 65 travelers
