Whale watching tour and Whales of Iceland exhibition entrance tickets
Do this because
- Sail out and see whales in person before visiting the exhibition to see just how big these amazing animals are
- Spot humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoises
- Learn more about these fantastic creatures at the Whales of Iceland exhibition
What to expect
On this combined tour, you'll learn about the amazing whales and head out to the sea to spot them! A whale watching tour in Faxaflói Bay outside of Reykjavik and a visit to the Whales of Iceland exhibition will give you a good insight into the lives of these fantastic creatures. You can choose if you want to start with a whale watching tour or a trip to the Whales of Iceland exhibition, they are located about a 12-minute walk from each other.
Set sail onboard a Classic or Express whale watching tour where you can spot whales in their natural habitat. Humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins and harbour porpoises are commonly spotted in Faxaflói Bay. It can be difficult to really understand how huge these animals are in the water, but on at the Whale of Iceland exhibition, you can see full-scale models of them and get a better understanding. Here you can see all 23 species that have been found in Icelandic waters throughout history in real size and you'll learn many interesting facts about the whales and their history.
Important to know
- If you've added transfer to your booking, it takes place 30-60 minutes before the tour. Please be ready at the pickup point 60 minutes before departure time
- Warm clothes and sturdy shoes are recommended for the whale watching tour
- There is a daily guided tour in English at Whales of Iceland at 10.30am and 1.30pm, open to anyone with a ticket to the exhibition at no extra cost
- You only need to select a departure time for the whale watching tour, and not for the exhibition. The exhibition ticket is an open ticket, which means you can choose when you want to go on the day of your scheduled tour.
- If the event that you do not spot any whales on the tour, you are welcome to join another tour free of charge
What’s included
Guided whale watching boat tour
Warm overalls (also available in children’s sizes)
Free WiFi onboard the boat
Entrance ticket to Whales of Iceland exhibition
Free audio guide available in 10+ languages at the exhibition
What’s not included
Food and beverages (can be bought onboard the boat or at the exhibition)
Cancellation policy
Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.
Booking fee
Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.
Location
Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Meeting point:
If you've added transfer to your booking, it takes place 30-60 minutes before the tour. Please be ready at the pickup point 60 minutes before departure time. The starting point for the whale watching tour is the Special Tours ticket office, located at Geirsgata 11 Reykjavík 101. The Whales of Iceland Exhibition is located at Fiskislóð 23-25, 101 Reykjavík.
Provider
Special Tours Wildlife Adventures
Need a hand?
Would you like some help making a booking? Or perhaps you just want to ask a few questions. Whatever the reason, don't hesitate to get in touch.
Opening hours: Our team is available from 10.00 to 18.00 CET
Phone number: +44 121 468 3145
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