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RIB Express whale watching tour from Reykjavik

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£139.00

Free cancellation

Language: English

Availability: April to October: daily

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: Flexible

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Do this because

Get up close and personal with the magnificent whales of Faxaflói Bay
Stop by the puffin island Akurey
Enjoy a scenic route along the coast of Reykjavík

What to expect

Join this amazing 2-hour RIB Express tour. During the tour, you will get up close and personal with the magnificent whales of Faxaflói Bay. The 12-meter-long boat allows you to get very close to the animals in a way that is extra safe for both the passengers and the whales.

On the way out of the whale watching area, you will stop by the puffin island Akurey to catch a glimpse of these adorable seabirds that live on the coast of Iceland during their nesting season. When you head out into the bay enjoy the fast, thrilling ride with the wind in your hair.

The boat will have a comfortable cruising speed of 32 knots so you’ll have plenty of time out in the whales' feeding grounds. On the way back to the harbor enjoy a scenic route along the coast of Reykjavík, a perfect photo opportunity.

What's included

Warm overalls, lifevests, gloves and goggles provided
A visit to the Puffin Island in the summertime
Scenic route along the Reykjavík coastline
Suspension seats for extra comfort
Free ticket to join the Whale Watching Classic or Whale Watching Express tour if there are no sightings

Where

Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Meeting point:

Tour starts from the local operator Special Tours office located at Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík 101

If you have added a pickup to your booking, it will take place 60-30 minutes before starting time. Please be ready at the pickup location 60 minutes before starting time

What to remember

If you've added a transfer to your booking, it takes place 60-30 minutes before the tour. Please be ready at the pickup point 60 minutes before departure time
Please note that this tour is not recommended for pregnant women, people with back problems or severe heart conditions, children under 10 years, or people under 130cm

Provider

Special Tours Wildlife Adventures

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 24 hours before the experience begins.

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