--- title: Magical Whales in the Midnight Sun | from Reykjavik lang: en type: tour city: Reykjavik country: Iceland price: 99 currency: EUR price_unit: per_person availability: bookable rating: 4.53 reviews: 108 duration_minutes: 180 languages: [en] free_cancellation: "true" rank_in_category: 19 of 21 (Whale & Puffin Watching) schedule_checked: 2026-10-22 data_updated: 2026-10-22 canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/magical-whales-in-the-midnight-sun-from-reykjavik/ --- # Magical Whales in the Midnight Sun | from Reykjavik In our comparison: #19 of 21 in Whale & Puffin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below). ## Overview Take advantage of the Icelandic midnight sun in June, July & August, and use the bright night sky to look for whales, dolphins and more. The 3 hour whale watching tour includes an onboard multimedia show for information about Iceland’s natural marine life, as well a cruise on the sea from Reykjavik Old Harbour. Look out for humpback whales and soak up the serenity of the sea by night. Elding is an environmentally friendly company and recognised worldwide for its environmental efforts. The aim, mission and goal is to minimise the operational impact on the environment while offering an unforgettable experience at sea. ## Before you book - Meeting point: Meet us in the ELDING ticket office… - Starts 19:30, 20:30: 2 departures a day - Food not included: bring or buy your own - Wheelchair accessible: operator-marked - Strollers OK: infants accepted **Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point ## Key facts - Price: from €99 per person - Duration: 3h - Rating: 4.53/5 from 108 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor) - Free cancellation (see policy below) - Operator: Elding Whale Watching - Group: Shared tour - Guide languages: English - Start times: 19:30, 20:30 - Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket - Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22 ## Reviews 4.53 from 108 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor. 87% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 94 of 108. - 5 stars: 82 (76%) - 4 stars: 12 (11%) - 3 stars: 6 (6%) - 2 stars: 5 (5%) - 1 star: 3 (3%) ## Tour options Prices are the operator's current list price for two travellers (whole euros); options sold only to bigger parties say so; pick the option on the booking page. | Option | Price | Guide languages | Details | |---|---|---|---| | Midnight Sun Cruise at 20:30 | €99 / person | English | Midnight Sun Cruise: Watch the enchanting Icelandic midnight sunset from sea! Duration: 3 hours Onboard bar: Refreshments such as snacks and drinks can be purchased on board for a fair price. Faxaflói bay: The captain will choose the best route each evening, cruising from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík into Iceland's l Large boat: The boat can accommodate up to 196 passengers and provides ample seating, heated indoor areas and warm overalls to | | Midnight Sun Cruise at 19:30 | €99 / person | English | Midnight Sun Cruise: Watch the enchanting Icelandic midnight sunset from sea! Duration: 3 hours Onboard bar: Refreshments such as snacks and drinks can be purchased on board for a fair price. Faxaflói bay: The captain will choose the best route each evening, cruising from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík into Iceland's largest bay. Large boat: The boat can accommodate up to 196 passengers and provides ample seating, heated indoor areas and warm overalls to wear. | ## What's included - Access to the Whale Watching Centre - Professional guide - Use of onboard Wi-Fi - Use of warm coveralls ## Not included - Food and drinks - Gratuities ## Schedule - Runs: daily - Departures: 19:30, 20:30 - Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22 - These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout. ## Cancellation For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time. ## Meeting point Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat. Ends: back at the meeting point ## Good to know - Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller - Service animals allowed - Public transportation options are available nearby - Suitable for all physical fitness levels - Dress warmly; a hat and gloves are recommended. - Please note that our fleet is not completely wheelchair accessible as there are steep stairs between lower and upper decks and high thresholds to get from the decks into the saloon as well as from the saloon to the toilets. - Wheelchair users are welcome to bring a foldable chair onboard our bigger boats, but if possible, please advise our office prior to departure as we may need to assist with boarding. ## Compared with other Whale & Puffin Watching | Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group | |---|---|---|---|---| | **This tour · #19 of 21** | €99 | 3h | 4.53 (108) | shared | | [Reykjavik's Finest Catch: Guided Sea Angling Tour for All Levels](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/reykjavik-s-finest-catch-guided-sea-angling-tour-for-all-levels/?format=md) | €150 | 3h | 4.93 (114) | shared | | [1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/1-hour-small-group-sightseeing-boat-tour-in-vestmannaeyjar/?format=md) | €140 | 1h | 4.88 (173) | shared | | [2 hour Round Trip in Vestmannaeyjar on a RIB Boat](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/2-hour-round-trip-in-vestmannaeyjar-on-a-rib-boat/?format=md) | €205 | 2h | 4.96 (91) | shared | Ranked #19 of 21 in Whale & Puffin Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). 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