Whale Watching and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik
Overview
If you are only in Iceland for a short time, or you simply wish to fit in as much as possible, our Full-Day Whale Watching & Golden Circle Tour might just be the perfect option for you.
Start the day at sea, with a 3 hour adventure in the North Atlantic. Keep your eyes peeled for the breaching flukes of a number of whale species, most notably Minke and Orca. Our passionate guides will keep you entertained while we search for these elusive creatures.
The waters here are also home to dolphins, seals and sea-birds.
After a hopefully successful sighting, jump aboard our bus for your afternoon Golden Circle Tour. We stop at all the classic stops, including Thingvellir National Park, Geysir Hot Springs and Gullfoss Waterfall.
Return to the city in time for dinner, where you can reflect on your fun-filled day spent exploring at sea and on land.
What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Warm overalls are available for the whale watching boat tour
- Landing and facility fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
Meeting Location
Geirsgata 11
101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Detailed check-in instructions, including the exact address, are provided with your booking confirmation.
This activity ends back at the meeting point.
What To Expect
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Reykjavik
3 hours 45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Golden Circle Route
1 hour Admission Ticket Free
Thingvellir National Park
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Geysir
1 hour 20 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Gullfoss Waterfall
45 minutes Admission Ticket Free
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total driving time on this tour is around 3h30mins
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 59 travelers
Frequently Asked Questions (9)
Q: Will I get seasick on Whale Watching and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik?
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Activity code: C-16698P51
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Average 4.63 out of 5 stars based on 8 traveler reviews collected by City Balloon Tours and partner sites such as Cool Destinations and TripAdvisor
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Frequently Asked Questions (9)
The answers provided below were previously given in response to questions from City Balloon Tours customers.
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If you have any doubts about becoming seasick on the water, we recommend taking a Dramamine® Motion Sickness Relief tablet the night before your trip. Some people recommend taking it the night before your cruise and then again that morning so you will not feel so drowsy.
Feb 2023- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the tour start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the tour start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the tour start time will not be accepted.
- Cut-off times are based on the tour local time (GMT).
- This tour requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- WiFi on board.
- Warm overalls are available for the whale watching boat tour.
- Landing and facility fees.
- Air-conditioned vehicle.
- Guide.
- Lunch.
- Bottled water.
This tour requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Apr 2025The minimum age to participate is 2. This tour requires at least one adult to accompany children..
Apr 2025If a date or time is not listed on the calendar, it’s sold out or unavailable for another reason. Support cannot assist further if a date or time is not on the calendar.
If you find a date and time that works for you, book it NOW because things always sell out at this time of year.
Apr 2025Accessibility information for the Whale Watching and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik is as follows:
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Detailed check-in instructions – including meeting point address, Google map, and parking information – for Whale Watching and Golden Circle Tour from Reykjavik will be included in your confirmation email from City Balloon Tours. Please be sure to double and triple check your email address is correct at checkout so this important email makes its way to you!
Mar 2024Once your refund is processed, it usually shows on your card statement within 5–10 business days. The exact timing depends on your bank or card issuer.
Want it sooner? When you cancel, choose Receive a refund to my wallet instead. The credit is in your Wallet straight away and is applied automatically at checkout on your next booking when you’re signed in with the same email. You can see your balance any time in My Wallet.
If you paid part of your booking with Wallet credit, that part always goes back to your Wallet. Trip protection isn’t refundable.
Oct 2026What's Included
- WiFi on board
- Warm overalls are available for the whale watching boat tour
- Landing and facility fees
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Guide
- Lunch
- Bottled water
Additional Info
- Confirmation is instant and will be received at time of booking
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Total driving time on this tour is around 3h30mins
- This tour/activity will have a maximum of 59 travelers
