Elding ~ 
the original 

family owned whale tour 
operator from Reykjavík

CELEBRATING 25 YEARS AT SEA

Our Most Popular Tours

Preview Image
humpback whale breaches in front of whale watching boat in iceland
Preview text

This is the original whale watching tour from Reykjavík! Join our highly enthusiastic and experienced team in the search for whales, dolphins and birds of Faxaflói bay! Most common wildlife encountered are humpbacks, minkes, dolphins and porpoises.

Duration
2-3,5 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Elding premium whale watching tour
Preview text

An exhilarating premium tour starting from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, with daily departures from 1 Apr - 31 Oct. A personal, small group tour with only 12 person per boat, a specially trained wildlife guide and a certified RIB boat captain.

Duration
2:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
nlc tour thumbnail
Preview text

Sail into Faxaflói bay, where Reykjavík's glittering cityscape meets the Northern Lights. A unique winter adventure that sails whenever conditions allow, giving you the best possible chance to enjoy the auroras and city skyline in comfort.

Duration
2 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
People form circle around the Imagine Peace Tower on Videy island
Preview text

Enjoy a relaxing guided evening walk dedicated to Yoko Ono and John Lennon’s continuing campaign for world peace. The tour unites history, art and nature and is set on the beautiful island of Viðey, mere minutes from Reykjavík by boat.

Duration
2 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Whale image

More Tours

Preview Image
humpback whale swims calmly next to boat and passengers wearing red overalls
Preview text

Here is your chance to see the incredible whales and dolphins of Iceland in their natural habitat. The vast fjord's vibrant life and plenitude of food bring the larger-than-life Humpback whales that call Akureyri their home.

Duration
3 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Humpback whale surfaces in front of RIB boat, website thumbnail
Preview text

A 2 hour whale & bird watching tour from downtown of Akureyri. Experience and get close to the incredible humpback whales of the Eyjafjord, starting from the capital of North Iceland.

Duration
2:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Viðey island winter / autumn / spring website thumbnail
Preview text

Only a few minutes away from the busy city life is Viðey island, a special place that combines history, art and nature in a unique way. Daily ferry departures from 15 May - 31 August and on weekends from 1 September - 14 May.

Duration
0:05 Minutes
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Preview text

A Reykjavik fishing tour that's fun for everyone! Breathing in the fresh air, being out in the open ocean and catching your first fish of the day is an experience not soon forgotten. On this small group tour we travel to the best fishing grounds the bay has to offer and our crew will teach you all the best techniques!

Duration
3:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Preview text

This is the most convenient way to see the Atlantic Puffin from Reykjavík! We will take you to one of three islands just outside the city, where these charming birds are known to nest.

Duration
1:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
puffin watching rib tour
Preview text

This is the ultimate puffin adventure tour, only a few minutes from Reykjavík's city centre! Enjoy an uninterrupted visit to the puffins and seabirds of the Faxaflói Bay on this small-group Premium tour.

Duration
1:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date

TripAdvisor comments

  • Taken Care Of

    Our whale watching experience was perfect. We did the smaller RIB boat tour and the boat ride itself was a very fun ride! We got lucky and had an extended time with a Minke Whale and got a good spot with a humpback. Nature is unpredictable so we didn’t have any preconceived notions that we would see anything. Very professional and our guide was exactly the type you want on a tour. Enthusiastic, knowledgeable and concerned with doing everything right from our safety to the spirit of nature interaction. We had a first hand look at the wrong way when another company boat was close to us and kept fussing around while clearly the Minke whale was circling both of us. They were increasing the chance that this skittish mammal would be scared off. It shows the value of going with an experienced company. Highly recommend!

    667bryank
    tripadvisor

Combo Tours

Preview Image
whales & puffins combo
Preview text

Discover Reykjavík’s vibrant wildlife on two exciting tours! Cruise to small islands near the city to see thousands of puffins, then hop aboard the whale watching tour to encounter Iceland’s giants!

Duration
6:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
classic whale watching & food walk combo
Preview text
Enjoy the landmarks of Reykjavík from both land and sea on this brilliant combo tour. Hear captivating stories from a local, enjoy amazing cuisine and encounter whales and dolphins in the wild!
Duration
6:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
whales & lava show combo tour
Preview text

Witness two awe-inspiring spectacles in one epic tour - the Classic Whale Watching and Lava Show Combo offers an extraordinary opportunity to encounter majestic marine life and witness the raw power of nature's volcanic forces!

Duration
4:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
classic whale watching & flyover iceland combo
Preview text

Explore the sights of Iceland with state of the art technology that gives you a true feeling of flight, before or after joining a Classic Whale Watching tour in Faxaflói bay!

Duration
4:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
horse riding combo tour with whale watching
Preview text
This tour combines two fun activities that are perfect for nature and animal lovers - whale watching and horse back riding in beautiful nature!
Duration
6:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
classic whale watching & atv
Preview text

This combo brings together some of the most popular activities in Reykjavík. After riding between lava fields and black sands, up and down the mountains admiring the view of the city and whale watching area its fantastic to spend the afternoon at sea expl

Duration
8:00 Hours
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Whale image

Other Activities

Preview Image
The Reykjavík Food Walk
Preview text

We are a small group of proud local food lovers who are passionate about sharing Iceland’s incredible cuisines with fun, hungry and curious travellers! Experience the best of the delicious foodie scene in Reykjavik with a friendly local guide in the highest rated foodie tour in Iceland!

Duration
3,5 hrs.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Lava Show Reykjavik
Preview text

Are you fascinated with lava, volcanoes, and geology? Would you like to see red-hot lava up close in a safe environment? If the answer is yes, you need to experience Lava Show Reykjavik. It is the only live lava show in the world and has become one of the must-see experiences in Iceland! 

Duration
55 min.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Preview text

FlyOver Iceland is located in the exciting Grandi Harbor District, this all season attraction takes you on a breathtaking journey across Iceland. Soar over land, sea and ice. Move with the arctic winds. The ride utilizes state-of-the-art technology to give the guest the feeling of flight.

Duration
1 hr.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
Reykjavik City Card
Preview text
The most easy, affordable and eco-friendly way to enjoy Reykjavík. The City Card offers free entry to Reykjavík City Thermal Pools, Zoo and Family Park, City Buses and various Museums. Please note it is compulsory to swap your digital voucher at official pick-up points.
Duration
24-72 hrs.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
perlan
Preview text

Step inside the only planetarium in Iceland and take a visual journey through the unique landscape of Iceland to observe Northern Lights. Located in Reykjavik's most iconic building, Perlan – Wonders of Iceland, offers unforgettable experiences of Iceland’s rare and astonishing natural wonders.

Duration
3 hrs.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
Preview Image
sky lagoon
Preview text
Embark on an exhilarating journey to the enchanting Sky Lagoon, a true haven tucked away just minutes from the vibrant heart of Reykjavik. Prepare to be transported to a paradise beyond your wildest dreams, where you can indulge in the ultimate escape.
Duration
2,5 hrs.
Season:
Season start date
to
Season end date
eldey at sea

Whale Diary

  • Preview Image
    Image
    passengers on a whale watching cruise
    Preview text
    • CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 09:00, 13:00

    Today's whale watching tour from Reykjavík is on schedule! Remember to dress according to weather and feel free to borrow our thermal overalls if needed!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    humpback whale close to boat and passengers
    Preview text
    • CLASSIC WHALE TOUR | 09:00, 13:00

    Today's whale watching tour from Reykjavík is on schedule! Remember to dress according to weather and feel free to borrow our thermal overalls if needed!

Northern Lights Diary

Diaries
  • Preview Image
    Image
    nl
    Preview text
    • NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 21:00
    • Due to unfavorable weather conditions, we have decided to cancel the Northern Lights Cruise tonight!

  • Preview Image
    Image
    northern lights cruise
    Preview text
    • NORTHERN LIGHTS CRUISE | 21:00
    Tonight we are expecting an aurora activity of 2/9, N 1m/s and 6°C. The moon is Waning Crescent and 19% illuminated. Partially clouded to clear skies are forecast in the area.