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The 15 Best Iceland Speedboat Tours

25 trips  ·  from $76 a head

Every trip has one spare day. These 15 iceland speedboat tours justify it, priced and timed so you can decide in minutes and get back to packing a dry bag.

Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat - Puffin Island between April and August
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Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

1.Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 1,221 reviews · 2 hours · from $175 a head Our pick

Join Gentle Giants in Húsavík for a two-hour RIB speedboat trip with up to 12 passengers. After a safety briefing and warm overall fitting, you’ll visit Puffin Island in season, then search Skjálfandi Bay for humpback, blue, and other whales. Guides such as Matteo, Clara, and Jo add live wildlife commentary.

“Honestly, this was an amazing experience. I may have cried a little. The RIB is the best way to see whales. The tour guides make sure everyone gets a good look. No one is blocking your view or standing in front of you. It was perfect.”

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Húsavík: Big Whales and Puffin Island Speedboat Tour - The opening run toward Lundey Island
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Húsavík: Big Whales and Puffin Island Speedboat Tour

2.Húsavík: Big Whales and Puffin Island Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 979 reviews · 2 hours · from $198 a head

Join a 12-seat RIB boat from Húsavík for two hours of whale watching in Skjálfandi Bay. Your guide and captain search for humpbacks, minkes, dolphins, porpoises, and more, with a stop at Lundey Island for puffins from April 15 to August 20. Warm overalls, rain gear, and life vests are provided.

“Amazing tour with very knowledgable staff! I remember Robert the boat drivers name but spacing the tall guides name from spain- both were AMAZING. Made sure we saw some whales and were equally as excited about it. Amazing guide!! Im sorry i dont remember your name but you were awesome!!❤️❤️”

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Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat - Watching whales in open water
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Reykjavik: Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat

3.Whale Watching by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 621 reviews · 2 hours · from $200 a head

Ride a 12-seat RIB from Reykjavik’s Old Harbor through Faxaflói Bay, looking for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, and puffins. Guides such as Claudia, Julian, and Bianca bring marine knowledge to the trip, while warm overalls, gloves, goggles, and a free return trip help take the edge off Iceland’s cold, changeable weather.

“Unbelievable experience! At least a dozen Humpback whales, dolphins, puffins, Minke whales. Unforgettable experience. Best day ever!!! 🐳 😍😍”

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Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík - Looking for humpbacks, minke whales, and dolphins
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Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík

4.Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour from Húsavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 501 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $203 a head Top rated

From Húsavík, you’ll ride a fast RIB boat into Skjálfandi Bay with an expert guide and captain. The small group gives everyone a clear view while you search for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, and seasonal puffins near Lundey. Expect a cold, bumpy ride, warm flotation gear, and about two hours on the water.

“Super nice crew, knowledgeable and efficient. Boat was very comfy and we bateau got wet. Thanks for allowing me to see whales for the first time :)”

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Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat - Starting beside Hof in central Akureyri
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Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

5.Akureyri: 2-Hour Whale Watching Express by RIB Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 489 reviews · 2 hours · from $200 a head

Join Whale Watching Akureyri for a two-hour RIB tour from the floating pier beside Hof. With a maximum of 12 passengers, you’ll wear insulated overalls, gloves, goggles, and a life vest while guides such as Yoann, Mack, Sergio, and Agnes explain the fjord’s wildlife. The fast boat can cover more water and sometimes pauses near a geothermal waterfall.

“amazing whale watching tour with a nice and funny guide, we saw many whales. The boat is comfortable”

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Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík - Looking for whales, dolphins, and porpoises
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Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

6.Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $180 a head

Join Gentle Giants in Húsavík for a two-hour RIB speedboat trip across Skjálfandi Bay. You may see humpback, minke, blue whales, dolphins, porpoises, and puffins near Lundey, known as Puffin Island. Guides such as Clara, Victoria, Miro, and Mario have led informative trips, while the captain keeps the fast boat moving safely.

“This was an amazing tour. I highly recommend it to anybody. We had such a great time and had the opportunity to see whales and dolphins.”

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Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by RIB Boat - Leaving Reykjavik for Faxaflói Bay
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Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by RIB Boat

7.Whale Watching Tour by RIB Boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 393 reviews · 2 hours · from $194 a head

You’ll ride a 32-knot RIB from Reykjavik with suspension seats, warm flotation gear, and an English-speaking guide. The two-hour trip searches Faxaflói Bay for minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises, with a summer stop near Akurey puffin island. Your ticket also covers the Whales of Iceland Museum.

“It was amazing to see these beautiful animals so near to the boat 🐋😍🌊”

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Reykjavik: Whale and Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour - The protective clothing is part of the experience
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Reykjavik: Whale and Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour

8.Whale and Puffin Watching RIB Boat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 293 reviews · 2 hours · from $200 a head

Join a small group of up to 12 at Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for a two-hour RIB ride into Faxaflói Bay. A marine biologist guide helps you spot puffins, whales, dolphins, and porpoises, while the crew shares photos afterward. Warm waterproof gear is supplied, but expect wind, spray, and a bouncy ride.

“Everything was amazing. Staff friendly, kind and funny and knowledgeable. Made the experience even better. We saw amazing wildlife.”

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RIB Whale Watching Small-Group Boat Tour from Reykjavik - Akurey and the puffin islands from May to August
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RIB Whale Watching Small-Group Boat Tour from Reykjavik

9.RIB Whale Watching Small-Group Boat Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 241 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $208 a head

This two-hour Whale Safari trip leaves Reykjavik’s Old Harbour in a fast, stable RIB limited to 12 people. You’ll visit puffin islands from early May through August, then search Faxaflói Bay for humpbacks, minkes, dolphins, and porpoises. High-performance suspension seats and supplied coveralls help with the rough North Atlantic ride.

“Such a good time. Guys are great and the get you prepared in nice warm jumper suits. We got to see whales!!! Three of them came under the boat what an awesome experience! If you get seasick like I do don’t worry about it, it’s not rough!! Highly recommend.”

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Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik - Sun Voyager from the water
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Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik

10.Speedboat Whale Watching Small-Group Tour in Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 223 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $164 a head

Ride a 12-seat RIB from Reykjavik into Faxaflói Bay with an English-speaking guide such as Rebekah, Joe, Anika, or Joel. Expect a fast, bouncy trip, warm waterproof gear, views of Sun Voyager and Harpa, and chances to see humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises, puffins, and seals.

“This was a great, close up view of Humpback and Minke Whales. The crew was fantastic and the speedboat ride was exciting.”

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Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat - Racing into Eyjafjörður
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Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

11.Akureyri Express Whale Watching by RIB boat

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 168 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $180 a head

Meet guides such as David, Jacob, Agnes, or Lindsey at Akureyri’s central pier, suit up, and ride a high-speed RIB into Eyjafjörður. The two-hour trip may bring humpback and minke whales, dolphins, seabirds, and rare sightings. You get a whale guarantee, warm overalls, goggles, and gloves, but expect a rough ride.

“One of the best boat tours we’ve ever been on. The crew did a great job of bundling us up to stay warm on the water. On the water the crew was very enthusiastic and passionate about sharing their knowledge of whales. We got to see some rare whales during our tour and our guide was super excited. The captain took additional time to make sure we saw whales. Would recommend to anyone who is considering a whale tour out of Akureyri.”

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Dalvík: Whale Watching Speedboat Tour - From Hafnarbraut 22 to the first whale search
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Dalvík: Whale Watching Speedboat Tour

12.Dalvík: Whale Watching Speedboat Tour

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 154 reviews · 2 hours · from $165 a head

Join Arctic Sea Tours at Hafnarbraut 22 in Dalvík for a fast, two-hour RIB trip through Eyjafjordur. Your English-speaking guide leads a small group of up to 12, with suspension seats, floatation coveralls, life vests, and goggles provided. Look for humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, seals, and summer puffins.

“Escursione bellissima per avvistare le balene, considerare che fa molto freddo quando il motoscafo è in movimento.”

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From Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat - Searching Faxaflói Bay for whales and dolphins
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From Reykjavik: Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat

13.Whale Watching Tour by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.7 · 119 reviews · 2 hours · from $192 a head

From Reykjavik’s old harbor, you’ll ride a 12-seat RIB with suspension seats, warm waterproof gear, gloves, goggles, and a scarf. Your English or Icelandic guide searches Faxaflói Bay for whales, dolphins, seals, and puffins, while pointing out Harpa Concert Hall and the Sun Voyager. The ride is exciting, but rough water can make it demanding.

“Amazing experience being so close to the whales. Lovely guide who was very informative and overall very highly recommend.”

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2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik - What the small group changes
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2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

14.2-Hour RIB Boat Whale Watching Tour from Reykjavik

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 96 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $189 a head

Join a small group of up to 12 people aboard a custom 12-meter RIB from Reykjavik’s Old Harbour. Guides such as Yoda, Blanca, and Jonathan help search for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises. Expect warm overalls, goggles, suspension seats, a summer puffin stop at Akurey, and a thrilling, sometimes bumpy ride.

“Great guide and captain. Saw some whales but was hoping to see more or some breaching. Learned a ton!!”

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Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat - Starting at Reykjavik Old Harbour
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Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat

15.Whale Watching in Reykjavik by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 77 reviews · 2 hours · from $200 a head

Join a captain and English-speaking wildlife guide for a two-hour RIB speedboat trip from Reykjavik Old Harbour. With only 12 passengers, you can search a wide area for whales, dolphins, porpoises, seabirds, and seasonal puffins. Warm overalls, suspension seats, and a free return ticket if no whales are seen are included.

“Guides were super knowledgeable of the area and the animals. Did a good job locating the puffins and whales. Overall highly recommend and great experience”

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