Top Iceland Sailing Tours

Discover Iceland’s aquatic wildlife on a relaxing cruise aboard a spacious yacht. Board your vessel at Reykjavik’s Old Harbor and venture out to Faxafloi Bay, keeping your eyes peeled for whales, dolphins, and, during the summer months, puffins. While you sail, admire the coastline dotted with mountains, Reykjavik landmarks, and small islands. If you don't spot anything, you can take the tour again at no additional cost.

Iceland’s Faxaflói Bay is home to diverse marine life, including dolphins, puffins, and whales—but knowing where the wildlife is likely to appear requires skill and experience. On this small-group rigid inflatable boat (RIB) tour from Reykjavik, zoom across the waves with your guide and reach the action swiftly. Wrapped up warm against the cold, discover scenic views along the way, and enjoy personal attention from your guide.

Race through the Eyjafjörður fjord between the mountains in search of whales on this guided small-group tour. From inside a powerful rigid inflatable boat (RIB) get panoramic views of Akureyri in northern Iceland. Be on the lookout for puffins and other seabirds and search for whales in the fjord during this adventure.

Iceland is known for its whales and its volcanoes. With a little luck, you can enjoy both on this half-day tour with a difference. Start with a whale-watching cruise, with the chance of spotting minke whales, orcas, dolphins, and more as you admire Reykjavik’s islands and skyline. Continue to Lava Show in Reykjavik, featuring a close encounter with superheated real lava that pours into the auditorium.

Realize your dreams of observing whales in their natural environment on a whale-watching trip from Reykjavik. Cruise on the Atlantic Ocean in search of the Minke and humpback whales native to Iceland. With luck, you’ll see dolphins and porpoises while listening to enriching commentary. Then, gain free entry to the Whales of Iceland exhibition—home to 23 full size models of whales—and plunge into an immersive experience guaranteed to amaze.

Enjoy a nature experience like no other—and watch out for minke whales, dolphins, and humpbacks—on a half-day sightseeing cruise from Reykjavik. Cruise the harbor in comfort and style: Take in views of the coast from an open viewing platform or an enclosed cabin. Along the way, enjoy access to an indoor saloon stocked with snacks and drinks, and look out for Iceland’s diverse aquatic species with help from the experienced crew.

Even if you only have a day in Reykjavik, squeeze in two of the city’s top activities thanks to this convenient combo tour. Start with a whale-watching adventure, looking for humpbacks and dolphins on Faxafloí Bay, a top sighting location, aboard a boat with both indoor and outdoor elements. Continue to FlyOver Iceland, where a simulated flight complete with winds and scents gives you a full sense of the island’s many wonders.

An unique combo tour experience in Iceland! Experience the extraordinary with our exclusive tour package, blending the serene beauty of Iceland's glaciers with thrilling adventures that will leave you breathless. Glide through icy waters amidst towering icebergs and embark on an intimate glacier hike guided by seasoned experts. This is the only tour of it´s kind in Iceland. It's not just a tour; it's an unforgettable odyssey into the heart of Iceland's natural wonders, waiting to be explored and cherished.

Get the chance to see marine mammals in the wild on this whale-watching cruise from Reykjavik—whales and dolphins are seen on more than 90% of tours in both summer and winter. With a local guide, cruise the coastal curve of Iceland to marvel at whales in their natural habitat. Keep your eyes peeled for the local wildlife as you listen to your guide's fun facts about the majestic creatures.

Explore one of Iceland’s unique geological features during this small-group tour. Snorkel between the North American and European tectonic plates at the UNESCO-listed Thingvellir National Park. This area is known as the Silfra Fissure and is home to a number of unique marine species as well as incredible shades of blue. All necessary snorkeling equipment is provided as well as GoPro photos taken during the excursion.

Take a nighttime cruise from Reykjavik for a chance to see the awe-inspiring northern lights from the water. Head away from the city and gaze up at the dark sky where Mother Nature shows off with this natural light display. Cruise in comfort aboard a boat that features outdoor viewing decks and an interior cabin where you can purchase drinks, if you wish.

Increase your chances of spotting one of Iceland's wildest natural attractions on a northern lights cruise from Reykjavik. Before boarding your sightseeing vessel, learn the science behind the aurora borealis from your guide. Then, wrap up warm and head onto the water. Enjoy unobstructed panoramas from the viewing deck, or slip into the heated lounge to purchase warm drinks. Leave the city lights behind in search of the aurora borealis.