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Whale Watching and Northern Lights Half-Day Combo Tour

About this experience

We sail into Faxaflói bay in search of Minke and Humpback whales, Dolphins, Harbor porpoises and Killer whales. On this tour you will also experience the spectacular views of the mountains and islands around Reykjavik as well as the wonderful bird life. On board we have warm overalls, heated spacious indoor cabins, a nice bar and free WiFi. After that you’ll have time ashore to get yourself ready for the Northern Lights frenzy.

Experience the Northern Lights Like Never Before. You would like to head out on an adventure that will leave you feeling breathless, and we want to give you the opportunity to do just that. We would like to take you on an experience that you will remember forever, guiding you on a Northern Lights tour by sea in Iceland.
It’s a unique experience to see the Northern lights from sea. You can relax in a nice atmosphere in our warm overalls and enjoy snacks and refreshments available on board.

Magnify your experience with a combo tour!

At a glance

  • Duration: 6 hr

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COMBO tour

Plan your experience

Time on the tour6 hr
Guide languagesGerman (audio guide), English (audio guide), English (live guide), zh-CN (audio guide), French (audio guide), Spanish (audio guide)

Set aside 6 hr for the experience itself, with additional time to reach your meeting or pickup point.

Before you go

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!

What is included

  • Free WiFi on board
  • Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings
  • Heated indoor cabins and toilets on board
  • Experienced and professional guides
  • Complimentary seasickness tablets available
  • Warm flotation overalls

Not included

  • Snacks and beverages sold on board
  • Pickup is available for extra charge

Itinerary and highlights

Now you can combine two of your favourite tours in one.
Start the day with Whale Watching and end it by dancing with the Northern Lights. This will be a day to remember.
The Whale Watching tour is during the day and will last for 2-3,5 hours. After that you’ll have time ashore to get yourself ready for the Northern Lights frenzy.
The second part starts in the evening and lasts 2-3 hours.
Magnify your experience with a combo tour.

Meeting and pickup information

  • Meet us at Geirsgata 11, Special Tours ticket office, for your upcoming tour. Please arrive 30 minutes early at the meeting point.

Languages and tickets

  • German — Audio
  • English — Audio
  • English — Guide
  • zh-CN — Audio
  • French — Audio
  • Spanish — Audio
  • Mobile Only

Tour operator

  • Reykjavik Sailors

Accessibility and practical details

  • 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
  • NOTE: You should schedule to be at our departure point at least 30 minutes before scheduled departure.
  • Please, check our DAILY DIARY before you come for the tour, all the important daily information of all our tours will be notified on our website.
  • If you have a boat tour booked, please check your email before the tour as all important daily information will be notified via email.
  • We recommend wearing good footwear and warm clothing. Don´t forget to bring your camera to take amazing photos!
  • Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.
  • Please note that in case of cancellation of the whale watching tour, the price of the entire ticket will not be refunded, only the whale watching part. The ticket to the museum is open, meaning you can freely choose when you want to go. This does not have to happen on the same day that your whale watching tour is scheduled.

Cancellation policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Questions about this experience

How long is this experience?
The supplier lists a duration of 6 hr.
Which guide languages are listed?
German (audio guide), English (audio guide), English (live guide), zh-CN (audio guide), French (audio guide), Spanish (audio guide).
What ticket format is listed?
Mobile ticket.
What ticket age bands are listed?
Child tickets: age 0–6; Youth tickets: age 7–15; Adult tickets: age 16+. Check the practical details for participation requirements.
What accessibility information is provided?
Wheelchair accessible
Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
Kindly notify us if you require wheelchair access, as not all of our boats are equipped for accessibility.
What is the cancellation policy?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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