Boat Trip with Whale Watching and Northern Lights from Reykjavik

About the Activity

What to Expect

Experience the magic of Iceland with our unforgettable Northern Lights and whale watching boat trip from Reykjavik. This unique adventure combines the mesmerizing beauty of the Aurora Borealis with the thrill of whale watching, offering you two of Iceland’s most iconic natural wonders in one journey.

In the evening, we will adventure into the darkness away from the city lights for a spectacular 2-3 hour Northern Lights tour. You’ll have the perfect vantage point to witness the breathtaking Aurora Borealis dance across the sky. Before the Northern Lights show begins, enjoy a morning or afternoon whale watching experience. Spend 2-3.5 hours in Faxaflói Bay, where you might encounter Minke and Humpback whales, playful dolphins, Harbour porpoises, and even rare Killer whales. You’ll also enjoy beautiful coastal views, including Reykjavik’s stunning mountains and picturesque islands.

Onboard, comfort is a priority with heated cabins, free WiFi, and a bar for refreshments. We also provide warm overalls for outdoor viewing to keep you cozy as you take in the incredible sights. This combined experience is the ultimate Icelandic adventure, blending the excitement of whale watching with the peaceful beauty of the Northern Lights, making it perfect for nature lovers, families, and travelers seeking a complete Icelandic experience.

Highlights

• Chance to see Minke and Humpback whales, Harbour porpoises, dolphins, and potentially Killer whales

• Northern Lights tour from a unique perspective

• Admire Reykjavik's picturesque skyline during both day and night

How to Get There

We meet at Geirsgata 11, Special Tours ticket office in Reykjavik Old Harbour, 30 minutes before departure. If you come by car, you will find free car parks nearby.

Pick Up

If you wish to make use of our pickup service, please contact us after completing the booking.

Characteristics of the bus

• Number of passengers: 198

• Wi-Fi

• Restroom

• Motorboat

• Heated indoor cabins

Included Services

• Warm flotation overalls

• Experienced and professional guides

Additional Services

• Drinks and snacks

• Pick up (A surcharge of 3000 ISK per person and 1500 ISK for youth ages 7 to 15 will apply. Pickup can be requested up to one hour before the scheduled start time.)

Bring Along

• Cash for food and drinks

• Sturdy footwear

• Warm clothes

Good to Know

• Accessible to wheelchairs & strollers

• Free ticket to join again in case of no sightings

• Pickup service (round trip) fee applies to first boat tour, if due to lack of sightings tour is joined for free again, pickup service must be added and paid again

• Northern Lights is a natural activity governed by the laws of the weather. In case of no sightings, you can join for free the next available day

• Please note that, depending on your chosen starting time, the tour is split into two parts; whale watching in the morning and Northern Lights at night