Please check in 30 minutes before departure at the Old Harbour House, Aegisgardur 2, 101 Reykjavík: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AsnpWDwABGmCn5Vt7
Description
Join Harpa Yachts for a Comfortable Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise departing from Reykjavik Old Harbor. Sail from downtown Reykjavik to Faxafloi Bay in search of whales and dolphins. Depending on the season, marvel at diverse wildlife amidst Reykjavik's picturesque scenery. Witness puffins during summer, an exclusive sight from mid-May to mid-August.
Harpa Yachts, a family-owned business, ensures a lifetime experience with decades of expertise. Both Harpa and Amelia Rose are suitable for groups of all sizes, featuring cozy interiors, lounges, bars, salons, and spacious outdoor areas with a flydeck.
Schedule & prices
Runs
Every day
Start times
9:15 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:15 PM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM
Next available
Mon, Oct 12
Adult (ages 16+)
$103
Youth (ages 7–15)
$51
Out at sunset: the 4:00 PM departure is under way when the sun sets, around 5:38 PM in the coming weeks.
In demand: 91 of the next 150 departures are already sold out.
From the operator’s live schedule on Viator, checked Oct 11.
Tour Options
From Meeting Point
What's included
Included
Free WiFi
In case of no sightings, a complimentary ticket to try again free of charge.
Warm blankets
Traveller Ratings
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
4.5
520 reviews
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How it compares in Reykjavik
Starting price $103 is 25% below the typical $137 for tours of similar length in Reykjavik
Excurgo comparison of 1,572 Viator tours, recalculated daily.
Important Information
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
1+ days before100% refund
0–1 days before0% refund
Frequently asked questions
How long does Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise take?
Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise lasts about 3 hours.
How much does Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise cost?
Prices start at $103 per person for this Reykjavik experience, booked through Viator with the price shown before checkout. There is 1 booking option, so the final price depends on the option you choose.
What days does Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise run?
According to the operator’s current schedule, it runs every day, starting at 9:15 AM, 10:30 AM, 1:15 PM, 4:00 PM, and 5:00 PM.
Does Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise sell out?
It can: 91 of the next 150 departures are already sold out, so booking ahead is a good idea.
Can I cancel Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise for free?
Yes. Cancel at least 1 day before the start for a full refund. Later cancellations are non-refundable.
Where does the tour start?
The meeting point is Please check in 30 minutes before departure at the Old Harbour House, Aegisgardur 2, 101 Reykjavík: https://maps.app.goo.gl/AsnpWDwABGmCn5Vt7. Hotel pickup is not part of this experience.
What languages is Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise offered in?
The experience is available in EN.
Is this a private or a group tour?
It is a small-group experience with a maximum of 95 participants.
Will my booking be confirmed immediately?
Yes, bookings are confirmed instantly.
Is Whale Watching & Dolphin Yacht Cruise worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.5 out of 5 across 520 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor; it is run by Harpa Yachts.
Reviews(520)
Reviews collected by Viator and Tripadvisor
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rosemariel69
October 4, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
An Enjoyable Morning
Understandably, there is no control or guarantee for what you will see on these type of excursions and while I wish we had seen more, I felt our guide was excellent in pointing out things in the water as well as sharing facts about what we could expect to see. We enjoyed the whales we did see along with some dolphins.
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ReginaCarolina_T
September 25, 2026 · via Viator
We saw several whales...
We saw several whales and dolphins. Tour operator was patient and informative. Would do this activity again.
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Lifeisgoodekola
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Great easy trip- got plenty of whale sightings
Excellent experience from start to finish, very easy to find and board. The smaller boat felt more personal than the larger charter. Guide was good and gave some info and discussion as we were headed out. We had about 30-45:minutes where we had several whales around us. Met or exceeded our expectations.
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randybM1445RH
September 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Success
We had luck locating some dolphins and a quick glimpse of a Minke whale. The star was a humpback that did some nice tail slapping and a breach.
The boat is large, with bathrooms and snack area. Multiple levels to watch from. It was reasonably priced. The Captain and crew worked hard for the a good experience.
The water got pretty rough which created stomach problems for many on board
They do provide a link to the the photos they take. I would recommend this tour, lasts about 3-31/2 hours
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Odyssey64528603291
September 14, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Whale watching
Always wanted to see the whale's, good opportunity.we went along, very informative and knowledgeable.we weren't let down.had about 4or 5 sightings, superb.
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B3578GApatrickc
September 9, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Amazing, would use this company again
Amazing, seen whales almost immediately, great guide, boat was great, not overcrowded, great layout, could get to a viewing point very easily, we would use this tour again,
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K7124DLjillc
August 22, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Nice time
The ship was nice and the crew friendly. We had very cloudy, cool weather, but that is Iceland. We saw a minke whale right at first then after two hours of searching we did see one humpback whale. It wasn’t fantastic, but seeing whales isn’t guaranteed.
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assessmenttraini2016
August 20, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Whale Watching at its Finest
Great experience. Unlike othet whale tours elsewhere, you will always get to see something. In the space of three hours we saw three different species, including humpback whales. This is a great value!
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Terrye_H
August 15, 2026 · via Viator
There be whales here, captain
Good guide and we saw several small pods of whales, and some whales within 10-50 feet of the boat. It was a little discouraging at first because I was expecting more of a small boat experience and it was very crowded. But once we started seeing whales it was okay.
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U603QZsarahs
August 12, 2026 · via Tripadvisor
Fantastic trip but disappointing guide
The trip was a huge experience, which one should not be without! We saw many whales and also larger flocks of sea parrot.
The facilities and the boat were really nice - and it was quite luxury with a bar on board.
But...
The guide could not be called a guide. I don't know if he doesn't normally have it, or if he might have it so often that he got bored, but it was a very unsuspecting and unengaged guide.
He told incredibly little about what we saw - and most of the time he was either quiet, or commented on whether you could see the tail or not at a diving.
At one point, we asked him directly if he could tell us a little about the whale we looked at, and he replied: “there’s really nothing to tell.”
It was incredibly disappointing. We learned more from a boat nearby where we could listen to their guide.
Those who controlled the ship did not completely catch the whales in the same way as the neighboring boats, and at one point it sailed just past a whale and did not stop, even though we pointed out that there was one.
It was a very cold and wet trip - so remember warm clothes, but it was all worth it because we after all saw lots of whales. The company disappointed us unfortunately. We wish we had got another guide or had chosen another company.
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