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Board a heated boat from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour and search Faxaflói Bay for humpbacks, minkes and dolphins beneath the midnight sun. Tours run 2–2.5 hours with thermal overalls provided and a sightings guarantee for rebooking if nothing is seen.
Board a heated boat from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour and search Faxaflói Bay for humpbacks, minkes and dolphins beneath the midnight sun. Tours run 2–2.5 hours with thermal overalls provided and a sightings guarantee for rebooking if nothing is seen.
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You step off the quayside as the low, late sun brushes the metal roofs of Reykjavik and the harbour exhales a sea-scented draft. The Rósin cuts a steady wake into Faxaflói Bay beneath the midnight sun — a stretched, golden evening that keeps the open water bright well past midnight.
easy.
2–2.5 hours.
Suitable for all fitness levels; must be able to board a small passenger vessel and stand for short periods during sightings.
The tour lasts approximately 2–2.5 hours, departing from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour and returning before midnight.
Most common sightings are humpback whales, minke whales, white‑beaked dolphins and harbor porpoises in Faxaflói Bay.
Yes—thermal overalls are provided for all passengers, including children’s sizes.
The operator offers a free rebooking ticket to try again on another tour if no cetaceans are seen during your trip.
Faxaflói Bay has been a maritime hub for centuries; fishing and small-boat coastal trade shaped Reykjavik’s growth and the bay’s place in Icelandic livelihoods.
Icelandic whale-watching operates under rules to minimize disturbance—boats keep distance and follow seasonal guidelines; choose operators that follow best-practice codes to reduce impact.
Special Tours Iceland operates guided outdoor trips and adventures with an emphasis on safety, stewardship, and memorable experiences.
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