Itinerary
Katla Whale Watching is the perfect way to experience the amazing wild life found in Faxaflói Bay, on whose southern shore the capital Reykjavik is located. Many species of whales, dolphins and even seals are to be found in these waters. In addition, the bay is home to millions of sea birds of various species, including the beautiful puffin.
Stop At:
• Sun Voyager, Saebraut, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
• Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre, Austurbakki 2, Reykjavik 101 Iceland
See Availability.
Special Tours, Geirsgata 11, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
2 hours(approx.)
Returns to original departure point
Not wheelchair accessible
Dress warmly
A minimum of 1 adult per booking is required
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems
Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Posted By : Stuarthh_11
Myself and my 11 year old did this tour. It was professional and slick with wet suits, life preservers and even googles and snoods to guard against the wind. The Journey out was as much of a sensation as the actual whale watching, it was incredible to bounce along over the waves at high speed. We saw Minke and Humpback whales and because we were in a small boat we were able to float far closer than the whale watching ships and cover distance fast when a whale appeared. This is by far the best whalecwatching experience I have ever had, it was utterly amazing to see these incredible animals so close in their natural environment.
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Posted On : 2023-11-02
Posted By : Richard_C
The boat being just 12 people makes it a much better way to get closer to the whales and dolphins. Excellent waterproof and warm weather gear provided as well.
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Posted On : 2023-10-10
Posted By : John_M
We saw some dolphins and possibly a whale at distance. And a few porpoises at distance. Kind of disappointing for the cost and effort.
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Posted On : 2023-09-17
Posted By : catsNhiking
Professional and knowledgeable staff. Super fun boat ride with sightings of Puffins, harbor porpoises, jelly fish, and humpback whale
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Posted On : 2023-08-30
Posted By : Laura_O
The boat was a blast , guide was amazing and so knowledgeable, and we had porpoises playing around our boat!!!
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Posted On : 2023-08-27
Posted By : David_K
The operation is well run. The ride to the area with the wildlife was a bit rough but manageable. We only saw one whale but many, many dolphins.
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Posted On : 2023-08-20
Posted By : Samantha_R
Great tour! Saw quite a few minky whales. The guide was nice. I did take some motion sickness meds and wore motion sickness bands (bc I can be prone to it) and didn’t have a problem. Listen to what the guides say about how to sit and the best place to sit for your needs.
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Posted On : 2023-08-16
Posted By : 970alexandrah
Experienced captain & guide; great equipment & boot, Puffins & many Minki`s
Awsome trip to experience the beauty of iceland´s bay and sea animals
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Posted On : 2023-08-13
Posted By : Anne-Marie P
No refund information yet and no sign of refund yet - Trip was cancelled and we didn’t know till we turned up. Offered an alternative one later in day.
We are owed a refund and assistants working in the front office were pretty uninterested. When I went back into the office at the water front they said they had emailed TripAdvisor but when I asked to have this email forwarded to me she clearly wrote it and copied me in. No refund as yet.
Trip was average - one to miss for the money for us.
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Posted On : 2023-08-10
Posted By : Rebecca S
My daughter and I had an amazing time on this tour. Everyone involved from the front desk staff to our guide made our experience so memorable, and our ride out to see the puffins, dolphins, and humpback whales was easily a highlight of our trip. Everything we needed to enjoy the trip was provided and we were able to see everything so close up. Plus, we got unexpected free admission to the Whales of Iceland museum! If you’re considering this tour, stop debating and finalize your booking!
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Posted On : 2023-08-05
