Wake Up Reykjavík ehf.

. The custom made RIB boats allow you to get 

 to the whales and puffins than any boats can offer. On this fun tour the fast, stable and safe boats also allow us to cover more area as we search for the wild life, thus increasing your chances of spotting 



This great whale watching tour starts from the Old Harbour of Reykjavík and during the puffin season (early May to the end of August) we also 

 in their natural habitat. Next we head out in search of the whales. There are very few things that will beat the experience of seeing the whales and dolphins as up close as you can at sea level from our RIB boats.

Our whale watching boats are equipped with high 

 These shock absorbing seats increase safety and comfort and reduce the risk of injuries. So you can comfortably & securely enjoy your whale watching adventure out on the North Atlantic waters. 

After the whale safari we travel back to 

, where we will take ride along the city's shore line, experiencing a 

 and the harbour side of Iceland's most famous building, the glittering 

This tour has an age limit of 10 years & height limit of 145 CM

RIB boat Whale Watching Adventure

I believe this tour is a MUST DO if you're in Iceland during the summer for a few reasons. To begin with, no other tour will get you closer to the islands, the beautiful puffins & the north sea! The boat ride on the rib safari boat is also incredibly FUN & exciting! 

Lastly, the tour starts & ends by the old harbor. Just a few minutes walking from most hotels in Reykjavik (no need for long and boring drives to get to the meeting location.)

To sum it up, If you want a truly unforgettable adventure and to get up close & personal with the cutest birds on planet earth - then this tour was made for you!

Why I think you'll love this puffin adventure!

In the 1 hour Puffin Express tour you will sail from central Reykjavik in a custom made RIB safari boat, specially designed to get you as close as possible to the small islands, it’s wildlife & the beautiful puffins. 

To see the incredibly beautiful Puffins is at the Top of the list of things to do for so many Iceland visitors – and we totally understand why! For the highest chance of seeing the puffins and in a fun, quick & easy way, we recommend the Puffin Express boat tour.

The custom made RIB boats are the fastest boats in Reykjavik, designed specially for fast, adventure exploration and will allow us to reach the puffins colonies in only a few minutes and experience the highest quality puffin watching without spending hours on sea.

In the tour, your knowledgable captain & wildlife guide will also teach you interesting facts & tales about the puffins, it’s neighbours & the beautiful area around you.

Do you want to get up close & personal with the cutest birds on planet earth? In the 1 hour Puffin Express tour you will sail from central Reykjavik in a custom made RIB safari boat, specially designed to get you as close as possible to the small islands, it’s wildlife & the beautiful puffins. No other tour will get you closer to the islands, the birds & the north sea.

To see the incredibly beautiful Puffins is at the Top of the list of things to do for so many Iceland visitors – and we totally understand why! For the highest chance of seeing the puffins and in a fun, quick & easy way, we recommend the Puffin Express boat tour.

The custom made RIB boats are the fastest boats in Reykjavik, designed specially for fast, adventure exploration and will allow us to reach the puffins colonies in only a few minutes and experience the highest quality puffin watching without spending hours on sea.

In the tour, your knowledgable captain & wildlife guide will also teach you interesting facts & tales about the puffins, it’s neighbours & the beautiful area around you.

Disclaimer:
All sea tours and whale watching / wildlife trips are undertaken as the responsibility of its participants. Whale Safari does not assume any responsibility for accidents which are caused by its customers or can be traced to there own actions. Participants sign a waiver before undertaking all trips stating that they realize that all outdoor activities carry an inherit risk that they assume by booking said activity.

Sailing to go see the puffins in Reykjavik

Get up close and personal with the puffins

RIB safari boat, getting pictures of the puffin

No tour will get you closer to the puffins 

Iceland has the largest puffin population in the world

BEST PUFFIN TOUR IN ICELAND

There is a short taxi out to sea to an island with hundreds of puffins! We saw them flying, hanging out on the island, and swimming around. We event saw some with fish they were carrying back to the island. The guide was great and the ship captain sang an old Icelandic song while heading back. It was a great experience and definitely worth doing!

Matthew McKenna 

My Wife Loved It!

I almost didn't do this, but then I read a few of the good reviews and booked it. I'm so glad that I did! We saw tons of puffins! It's a nice boat ride, doesn't take too long, and there is a great coffee shop on the dock that you can get a nice strong Irish coffee afterwards

TravelingFamily03

So many puffins I lost count

Saw hundreds and hundreds of puffins at sea, overhead and all over Island with our outstanding guide, Iris. Our trip was on a drizzly morning with calm seas, and it turns out that those were ideal conditions, as Iris quickly and accurately explained. Highly recommend this over whale watching - so much more to see and such a unique experience that is available in few locations worldwide.

Stellar2222 

Puffins! A Highlight of Our Trip

Everyone wants to see the incredibly beautiful puffins. This tour gets you closer to the puffins than any other tour in Iceland!



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The Whale Safari ticket office at Ægisgarður (the Old Reykjavík Harbour, downtown Reykjavik). It’s very easy to find!

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Enjoy incredible panoramic views of Reykjavik

See more amazing wildlife (Arctic Terns, gannets, razorbills, skuas and many more!)

Iceland is among the best locations in Europe for incredible Whale Watching! This adventure starts by the old harbor in Reykjavik, which is just a few minutes walking from all hotels in downtown Reykjavik - so there is no long, boring drive to get to the starting location. 

You'll not only get the chance to see majestic hump back and mink whales - but also dolphins along with breathtaking scenery mountain views. 


Why I think you'll love this tour!

Sail out for adventure with breathtaking views and the possibility to see wild Minke Whales, Humpback whales, Dolphins & much more, only minutes away from the heart of Reykjavik.

Depart from the old harbour in central Reykjavik for a wildlife adventure of a lifetime. This tour is operated on a super comfortable specialized Whale Watching boat that is one of the fastest in Iceland, making the experience as fun, efficient and safe as possible. You can expect to see great views of Reykjavik city and the coastline, rich birdlife and of course, the wild whales. From Faxaflói bay there are mainly Minkie Whales, Humpback whales, Harbour Porpoises, and Dolphins although other species can be spotted as well.

We choose to present this exact Whale Watching tour for you as it is run by really friendly professionals, they are one of the best rated Whale Watching tour operators in Reykjavik and offer great value for money.

Iceland is among the best locations in Europe for Whale Watching. Sail out for adventure with breathtaking views and the possibility to see wild Minke Whales, Humpback whales, Dolphins & much more, only minutes away from the heart of Reykjavik.

Depart from the old harbour in central Reykjavik for a wildlife adventure of a lifetime. This tour is operated on a super comfortable specialized Whale Watching boat that is one of the fastest in Iceland, making the experience as fun, efficient and safe as possible. You can expect to see great views of Reykjavik city and the coastline, rich birdlife and of course, the wild whales. From Faxaflói bay there are mainly Minkie Whales, Humpback whales, Harbour Porpoises, and Dolphins although other species can be spotted as well.

We choose to present this exact Whale Watching tour for you as it is run by really friendly professionals, they are one of the best rated Whale Watching tour operators in Reykjavik and offer great value for money.

Your whale watching adventure begins at Reykjavik´s Old Harbour, just minutes away from the city center! Our boats offer great comfort, a fantastic interior, large outside viewing decks and a safe family environment. Your friendly guides, along with the captain and crew, point out where to spot the whales and give fun and interesting information about the different kinds of whales and seabirds you can expect to see.

Your whale watching tour is operated on one of the largest AND also one of the fastest Whale Watching passenger boats in Iceland.

WHALE WATCHING FROM REYKJAVIK

Very efficient boat and crew, comfortable with a good seated cafe area if you wanted in out of wind! No humpback whales but did see a Minke Whale and dolphins jumping and spinning out of water!! Absolutely fabulous!! Guide narrating was very knowledgable re the whales and made it a worth while trip. Recommended.

Sheila M 

Found whales & dolphins

We saw loads of whales and we were so lucky to see an humpback whale opening her mouth very closed to our boat!! Unforgettable! The kids are still talking about it and we are all still excited, Amazing!

Monicarossi78

Amazing experience!

Good and well organised trip with whale experience the 28th of September. We had the best weather and a good guide. The security on board was good and made us feel safe. One of our highlights on our Iceland trip.

Heidi J

Great trip with whale experience

Enjoy one of the best locations in Europe for breathtaking views, whales and dolphins. Departs from the heart of Reykjavik!

Elding Ticket Office (Ægisgarður 5, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland)

We recommend warm clothes, good footwear, jacket, and don´t forget your camera!

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See wild Minke Whales, Humpback whales, Dolphins & much more

Free tickets to try again in case of no sightings

The best way to experience a new city is through it’s amazing local food! So it’s no surprise that the Reykjavik Food Walk is the highest rated food/drink activity in all of Iceland on TripAdvisor!

If you enjoy having fun and exploring a beautiful new city while enjoying incredibly delicious food, then look no further because this tour was created for you!

Book this tour & get excited for your foodie adventure ahead!


WHY I THINK YOU'LL LOVE THIS TOUR!

Would you like to experience the pinnacle of Icelandic cuisine? Well then this is definitely the way to go! The Reykjavík Food Walk is a fantastic way to start your trip to Iceland - either as a solo traveller or travelling in a group.

The foodie tour takes you through the old town of Reykjavík with a fun local guide. You will not only get to know our city, but also our culture and the food scene, all in this one amazing tour!

During your tour you get to try up to 10 different Icelandic dishes - ranging from our most essential comfort food that has kept us vikings full, warm and happy, for hundreds of years, to street food at its best, to a fine dining version of the Icelandic cuisine classics.

There are literally hundreds of restaurants to choose from here in the capital but we have hand-picked some of our favourite gems, right in the heart of the city, which you get to experience.

You can choose to book the tour while travelling alone, with a family or friends, or in a large groups for a fantastic time.

Hope to see you soon on our delicious foodie adventure! :)

Would you like to experience the pinnacle of Icelandic cuisine? Well then this is definitely the way to go! The Reykjavík Food Walk is a fantastic way to start your trip to Iceland - either as a solo traveller or travelling in a group.

The foodie tour takes you through the old town of Reykjavík with a fun local guide. You will not only get to know our city, but also our culture and the food scene, all in this one amazing tour!
  
During your tour you get to try up to 10 different Icelandic dishes - ranging from our most essential comfort food that has kept us vikings full, warm and happy, for hundreds of years, to street food at its best, to a fine dining version of the Icelandic cuisine classics.

There are literally hundreds of restaurants to choose from here in the capital but we have hand-picked some of our favourite gems, right in the heart of the city, which you get to experience.

You can choose to book the tour while travelling alone, with a family or friends, or in a large groups for a fantastic time.

Hope to see you soon on our delicious foodie adventure! :)

Reykjavik Food Tasting tour: Famous hot dog stand

Rye Bread Ice Cream (Secret Family Recipe)

Rye Bread & Ice Cream at Reykjavik Food Walk Tour

Meet new friend on the Reykjavik Food Walk tour

Skólavörðurstígur, Downtown Reykjavik

Food in Iceland: Reykjavik Food Tasting tour

Visiting our first venue, for Icelandic lamb soup

REYKJAVIK FOOD TOUR

Wow - there’s no better way to dine like a local but to be with a local!

Our guide, Ben, was that perfect local who gave my family and I a taste of Iceland that was packed with fun, laughter, and of course, food! We had such a wonderful time spending the evening meeting and dining with 8 other strangers who became more like old friends as we “restaurant-hopped” our way around town. Ben is equally personable as he is knowledgeable, and his humor kept us laughing throughout the entire evening!

The food selection was authentic and delicious. While the Arctic char was my personal favorite, tasting fermented shark alongside my fellow adventurous foodies was the most fun for sure. Thank you, Ben, for making this a highlight of our first visit to Iceland!

Can’t speak enough about this tour. Sign up for it if you’re in town and you’ll see for yourselves!!

Cindy C

Loved it! Loved it! Loved it!

I am someone who generally loves food tours and this one did not disappoint! Our guide Thor was absolutely amazing and made us feel very comfortable and relaxed. Fantastic food, you will be full for the rest of the day after the tour. My dad who hates the idea of food tours begrudgingly came with us on this tour. Afterwards he raved about it and said it was amazing! I have two kids approximately 10 years old, they both loved the tour!


April C

Finally got my dad to enjoy a food tour 

Dagurlar was a wonderful guide! He was both funny and informative. We enjoyed both the food and the information he provided. The food was so good we actually went back to two of the restaurants we visited. We take food tours quite often and we have NEVER gone back to two restaurants before! We highly recommend this tour and especially our charming guide!

rogers30199

Fun and YUM!

What can I say / this food tour is honestly one of the best I have ever been on! Our fabulous tour guide Dagur made the whole experience a strong 12/10. The restaurants that we went to was a perfect way to have a taste of all of the fabulous local cuisine Iceland has to offer (including fermented shark haha). Would definitely recommend booking in for this food tour / it is a lovely way to start or end your time in Reykjavik!


Emma Jay

BOOK ASAP!!!

What a great tour with an amazing guide, Ben. There is quite a bit of walking but we got a breather at each stop to taste some amazing food and drink. Ben was just great from start to finish, we were part of a small group, just the 4 of us and Ben but this made it even more enjoyable getting to know each other and share this amazing experience. All the food was lovely, we even did the fermented shark which was not as bad as expected so give it a go if you can. The tour lasted approx 3 hrs and was definitely worth the money due to the amount of food and some drink included, the rest we brought ourselves. A great tour with a great guide, well worth the money and definitely recommend.

Helen_B

Fantastic food, great guide and value for money

Explore the highlights of Reykjavik with a fun local guide, visit a few of our favourite hand-picked restaurants and enjoy delicious traditional Icelandic cuisine! 

Every Day (multiple departure times to choose from)

We accommodate most dietary restrictions such as gluten & lactose intolerance, vegetarians & most allergies!

Allergies & Dietary restrictions

Harpa Concert Hall. Just a few minutes walking from most hotels in Downtown Reykjavik

Have a fun local guide show you all the best of our hometown, Reykjavik

Taste our grass fed, free roaming Icelandic Lamb & fresh Icelandic Fish

Enjoy home made Icelandic ice cream from a secret family recipe

Enjoy the landmarks of Reykjavik, hear fun stories & enjoy amazing local food

Only 12 passengers with expert guide & captain

Small group experience

We supply warm overalls, gloves, goggles and all necessary safety equipment

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Get as close to the whales and wildlife as possible without disturbing them.

Our custom made RIB boats are fast and can easily cover a bigger search area than the classic whale watching boats.

See Reykjavik City and the Harpa Concert Hall from the sea

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