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RIB Express - Whale Whatching- from Downtown Reykjavik

2 hours Reykjavík areaSpecial ToursFree cancellation on most tours

Join us on our newest boat for an amazing 2-hour RIB Express tour! During the tour we will take you out to get up close and personal with the magnificent whales of Faxaflói Bay. Our 12-meter-long boat allows us to get very close to the animals in a way that's extra safe for both our passengers and the whales. On the way out to the whale watching area we will stop by the puffin island Akurey to catch a glimpse of these adorable seabirds that live around the coast of Iceland during their nesting season. When we head out into the bay it's a fast, thrilling ride with the wind in your hair - we have a comfortable cruising speed of 32 knots so we have plenty of time out in the whales' feeding grounds. On the way back to the harbour we take a scenic route along the coast of Reykjavík, a perfect photo opportunity! Before or after your tour we recommend that you stop by the Whales of Iceland Exhibition in the harbor area as the admission is included with the Rib Express tour. NEW Special Tours Iceland app with 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish and simplified Chinese) available for Android and Apple. It is available for all clients to download during their tour, with both text and audio information. The app will is as close to an audio guided wildlife adventure as possible

RIB Express - Whale Whatching- from Downtown Reykjavik is a 2 hours experience run by Special Tours in Reykjavík area, from 24.490 ISK per person. Join us on our newest boat for an amazing 2-hour RIB Express tour! During the tour we will take you out to get up close and personal with the magnificent whales of Faxaflói Bay.

24.490 ISKfrom, per person
Duration
2 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Moderate
Minimum age
10 years
Pickup
Available
Region
Reykjavík area
Travel by
Boat
Operator
Special Tours

About this tour

Join us on our newest boat for an amazing 2-hour RIB Express tour! During the tour we will take you out to get up close and personal with the magnificent whales of Faxaflói Bay. Our 12-meter-long boat allows us to get very close to the animals in a way that's extra safe for both our passengers and the whales. On the way out to the whale watching area we will stop by the puffin island Akurey to catch a glimpse of these adorable seabirds that live around the coast of Iceland during their nesting season. When we head out into the bay it's a fast, thrilling ride with the wind in your hair - we have a comfortable cruising speed of 32 knots so we have plenty of time out in the whales' feeding grounds. On the way back to the harbour we take a scenic route along the coast of Reykjavík, a perfect photo opportunity! Before or after your tour we recommend that you stop by the Whales of Iceland Exhibition in the harbor area as the admission is included with the Rib Express tour.

NEW

Special Tours Iceland app with 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish and simplified Chinese) available for Android and Apple. It is available for all clients to download during their tour, with both text and audio information. The app will is as close to an audio guided wildlife adventure as possible

What’s included

  • Guided Rib boat tour
  • Admission to the Whales of Iceland Exhibition
  • Warm floatable overalls provided for your comfort & safety
  • Lifevests, gloves & goggles
  • A visit to the Puffin Island in the summertime
  • English guidance & expert guides
  • Scenic route along the Reykjavík coastline
  • Suspensions seats for extra comfort
  • We get you extra close!

What to bring

  • We recommend warm clothes, good footwear and sunscreen - and don't forget your camera!

Good to know

  • We kindly ask you to check in at least 30 minutes prior to departure for security briefing and suit fitting. Everyone that arrives later than 15 minutes prior to departure cannot be guaranteed to join the tour and Special Tours reserves the right to forfeit any refunds. In case there are no sightings on your RIB Express tour, you are invited to join one of our Classic or Express Whale Watching tours at no extra charge. Each ticket to the RIB Express grants free admission to Whales of Iceland for one.

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Where it starts

Geirsgata 11

Meeting point: Special Tours Ticket Office, Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík

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Frequently
asked
questions

How long is RIB Express - Whale Whatching- from Downtown Reykjavik?
The tour runs about 2 hours , plus pickup time if you choose hotel pickup.
When does RIB Express - Whale Whatching- from Downtown Reykjavik operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 24.490 ISK per person — the operator's price in the Tourdesk catalogue, updated weekly.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 10 years old.