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Last updated: January 30, 2023
Read my English blog about whale watching in Reykjavik here!
Whale watching in Reykjavik: on safari in Iceland!
During a short city trip to Reykjavik or a tour of Iceland, a whale watching tour is highly recommended. The best months for whale watching in Reykjavik are From June to August, whales migrate to colder waters. But don't worry if you visit Reykjavik during a different time, because whales are spotted year-round. Several whales are permanent residents in the bay just outside Reykjavik! There are several whale watching companies in Reykjavik; we went with Elding, and they were excellent. Unfortunately, we weren't so lucky on this trip; after three hours of sailing, we only saw a whale's back and fin ;-) (in April). If you don't have sea legs, prepare for a wild ride. The water is very rough, and the boat rocks enormously. I've been on many boat trips in my life, but I've never seen so many people get sick! So if you're prone to this… be prepared :-). The old harbor where the boats are moored is within walking distance of the city center. After a morning of whale watching in Reykjavik, it's nice to have lunch at the organic bistro. Icelandic Fish & Chips near the harbour.
Elding Whale Watching Reykjavik
Address: Ægisgardur 5, Reykjavik's Old Harbour
Website: elding.is
Best time: Whales can be seen all year round, but June to August is the best time.
Price: from €48 for 3 hours
PS: you can find more nice addresses in Reykjavik in my online Reykjavik Little Black Book. For the best restaurants, shops, and things to do during a city break in Reykjavik! If you're staying in Reykjavik for two nights or longer, it's fun to take some tours, such as the famous Golden Circle tour. And be sure to visit the Blue LagoonA huge tourist attraction, but a must-see!
Have you ever been to Reykjavik? I'd love to hear what your favorite spots are!
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Kex Hostel, Reykjavik
travel tips for your city trip to Reykjavik:
HOW TO GET THERE:
► Several airlines fly daily from Amsterdam to Reykjavik. For example, budget airline WOW Air which already flies to Reykjavik from €99. Or fly with Iceland AirBoth airlines also offer a free stopover in Iceland on the way to New York. I've done it several times and highly recommend it for anyone's bucket list.
► Prefer an affordable package trip to Reykjavik? Via Tui you can book the super cool Apotek Hotel, among other things. View the best rates for a 4-day trip here >>Other providers are D-Travel en VacationDiscounter where you can find good deals if the hotel itself is less important to you.
THESE ARE OUR FAVORITE HOTELS IN REYKJAVIK:
⋙ KEX hostel: mega hip, nice interior and with a lot of hustle and bustle.
⋙ Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel: fantastic boutique hotel in a nice neighbourhood.
⋙ Apotek Hotel: classy boutique hotel with a good restaurant.
⋙101 Hotel: In this design hotel everything is black or white.
⋙Oddsson: super colorful trendy hostel.
PUT THIS ON YOUR REYKJAVIK BUCKET LIST:
Eyja Guldsmeden Hotel, Reykjavik
PSSSST... you can find more (travel) tips in my books!
- Feed Your Wanderlust – Travel Guide for a bohemian lifestyle
- staycation – 22 guides and shortlists for a holiday close to home
- Wanderlust – Urban Travel Style Guide
- The Amsterdam City Guide (Dutch) & The Amsterdam City Guide (English)
Great as a gift for yourself or someone who loves to travel as much as you do!
WITH LOVE,
ANNE
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