- Sea & River Sports
- Open Tour
Whale Watching
Whales are magnificent creatures and it is a unique experience to see them up close. On this tour, you will sail into Faxaflói Bay and look for the mysterious giants living in these waters. Your tour will be led by expert marine biologist guides who will share stories and information about whales and other sea life.
The tour boat is comfortable with both indoor and outdoor viewing areas. On the boat, you will also find an area to buy light refreshments as well as restrooms. You can even borrow blankets and overalls to stay warm during the tour. In general, whale sightings are more common in summer. However, more whales are being sighted in the winter.
Note: It takes approximately 1 hour and 30 minutes to drive to the tour meeting point from Hotel Rangá. Pick up can be included for an additional cost.
Please book the tour using the name on your hotel reservation.
- ✦Skill Level: Easy
- ✦Duration: 3 hours
- ✦Season: All season
- ✦Meeting Point: Elding office in the Old Harbour, Reykjavík
- ✦Wheelchair Accessible: No
- ✦Pick-Up At Hotel: Not included
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Keep In Mind
- As the weather in Iceland can be quite unpredictable, this tour is weather dependent. In case of unfavourable conditions in the bay, the itinerary may be altered or the tour could get cancelled altogether. Since this is a wildlife tour whale sightings of any kind can never be predicted or guaranteed. In the event that no whales or dolphins are seen, you are able to use your ticket and try again at another day, tickets will not be refunded.
What's Included
- 2,5-3,5 hr. whale watching tour
- Use of warm overalls and blankets
- Excellent live guidance in English
- Complimentary WiFi on board
- Access to our Wildlife Exhibition
- Heated indoor saloon
- Large viewing windows
- Whale guarantee (or try again for free)
- Pictures taken by crew (if any)
What To Bring
- Warm outdoor clothing
- Waterproof jacket and pants
- Head-wear
- Gloves
- Appropriate hiking boots/shoes are required
Good to Know
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes, there is no age limit for whale watching tours.
There are no minimum participants for whale watching tours.
Besides the fun of an Icelandic adventure out on the water, most people who come on a whale-watching tour have one obvious goal in mind: seeing a whale or a dolphin. Even the crew gets excited about visiting the whales and dolphins in their natural habitat, trying to catch a glimpse of their unfamiliar world, and understanding their interactions with each other, there is always hope for special sightings.
Group tours are not customizable.
Usually mid-spring and early autumn maximize your chances of seeing the whales, however they can be spotted all year round.
We can arrange a private transfer from the hotel at additional cost.
Yes, you can bring your camera and a phone
There are no refunds in this case, but instead you get a complimentary ticket to use another day.
Remember to dress according to the weather and wear a hat, gloves and sturdy footwear. You can also borrow thermal overalls if needed.
48 hours prior to departure.
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Plan Your Adventure
At Hotel Rangá, we believe in personal service. If you aren’t quite ready to book, our in-house concierges specialize in finding the hidden gems of South Iceland. We work exclusively with hand-picked, highly rated tour operators to ensure you have the best experience possible.
Phone
+354 487 8700
Location
Hotel Rangá, Suðurlandsvegur, 851 Hella, Iceland
