Small-group Whale Watching in the Midnight Sun from Reykjavík
Overview
This unique whale watching tour departs in the evening from Reykjavík's Old Harbour. Experience the wildlife and nature adventure of a lifetime on our most personal whale watching tour as the sun sits gently above the horizon. Our custom made RIB boats are specially designed to get you closer to the whales and puffins than any boats can offer and the fast, stable and safe boats also allow us to cover more area as we search for the wildlife, thus increasing your chances of spotting whales, dolphins and birdlife.
What's Included
- Overalls, safety vest, goggles and gloves are provided
- No whales or dolphins on your tour? Try our Classic tour for FREE!
- High quality suspension seats for extra safety and comfort
- Reykjavík sightseeing with panoramic views off the Sun Voyager & Harpa Concert Hall.
- 2 hr. small group tour of up to 12 passengers
- See the adorable PUFFINS in their natural habitat!
- Snacks No food provided
- Restroom on board
- Pickup / Dropoff is NOT available for this tour
Meeting Location
Ægisgarður 5d
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
The Old Harbour is a vibrant area, filled with restaurants and life. This is your first stop before undertaking an adventure of a lifetime. We'll get you geared up and go over some safety matters before walking down to the pier. Make sure to arrive here no later than 30 min. before scheduled tour departure!
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum height to participate is 145 cm.
- Minimum age to participate is 10 years.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
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Activity code: C-7680P11
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from Cool Shore Excursions customers.
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If 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.
- Overalls, safety vest, goggles and gloves are provided.
- No whales or dolphins on your tour? Try our Classic tour for FREE!.
- High quality suspension seats for extra safety and comfort.
- Reykjavík sightseeing with panoramic views off the Sun Voyager & Harpa Concert Hall.
- 2 hr. small group tour of up to 12 passengers.
- See the adorable PUFFINS in their natural habitat!.
- Snacks. No food provided.
- Restroom on board.
- Pickup / Dropoff is NOT available for this tour.
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 2025The minimum age to participate is 10..
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 Small-group Whale Watching in the Midnight Sun from Reykjavík is as follows:
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Small-group Whale Watching in the Midnight Sun from Reykjavík will be included in your confirmation email from Cool Shore Excursions. 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 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- Overalls, safety vest, goggles and gloves are provided
- No whales or dolphins on your tour? Try our Classic tour for FREE!
- High quality suspension seats for extra safety and comfort
- Reykjavík sightseeing with panoramic views off the Sun Voyager & Harpa Concert Hall.
- 2 hr. small group tour of up to 12 passengers
- See the adorable PUFFINS in their natural habitat!
- SnacksNo food provided
- Restroom on board
- Pickup / Dropoff is NOT available for this tour
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
- Travelers should have at least a moderate level of physical fitness
- Minimum height to participate is 145 cm.
- Minimum age to participate is 10 years.
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
