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Whale Watching Adventure and FlyOver Iceland Experience

Whale Watching Adventure and FlyOver Iceland Experience

4 hours
Easy

Experience the majestic beauty of Iceland from sea to sky with our Whale Watching & FlyOver Iceland COMBO tour. Begin your adventure at Reykjavík's Old Harbour, where you'll embark on a 3-hour whale watching voyage, seeking out the magnificent wildlife of the area with the help of our expert crew and knowledgeable naturalists. Marvel at the stunning views of the city and bay, and make use of the onboard facilities including a heated indoor salon with large windows for optimal viewing. Expect to encounter minke whales, humpbacks, porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins along the way. Then, take a short stroll to the Grandi Harbour district for the FlyOver Iceland experience, an all-season attraction that offers a simulated flight experience over Iceland's breathtaking landscapes, complete with special effects for a truly immersive experience. Please note, pick up is available for an additional charge but drop off is not included in this tour.

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Embark on a captivating adventure that begins at Reykjavík's Old Harbour. Here, you'll swap your voucher for a boarding ticket and set sail for a 3-hour journey into the open sea. Accompanied by experienced crew members and expert naturalists, this excursion promises an unforgettable search for the majestic whales and diverse wildlife that call the waters near Reykjavík home. The scenic views of the city and surrounding landscapes from the bay add an extra layer of beauty to the experience. The boat is equipped with everything you need for a comfortable voyage, including a heated indoor saloon with expansive windows, multiple restrooms, outdoor viewing platforms, and even a cloakroom where you can borrow blankets and overalls. Throughout the tour, our knowledgeable naturalists will provide engaging commentary, sharing insights about the minke whales, humpbacks, porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins commonly spotted.

The adventure doesn't end at sea. After disembarking, a short 30-minute walk will take you to the Grandi Harbour district for the second part of your combo tour. The FlyOver Iceland experience awaits, offering a year-round attraction that will take your breath away. Experience the thrill of flight as you soar over Iceland's stunning landscapes of land, sea, and ice. Suspended in the air with your feet dangling, you'll feel the arctic winds against your face as you're whisked away on an exhilarating journey, thanks to a 20-meter spherical screen and state-of-the-art technology. Special effects like wind, mist, and scents, combined with dynamic motion, craft an unforgettable sensory experience. Before taking to the skies, immerse yourself in the wonders of Iceland through two unique pre-ride events. Guided by our flight guides, including the storyteller and our resident troll Sú Vitra, you'll dive into the captivating stories of Iceland's people and the extraordinary natural forces that shape this magnificent country.

Please note, pick-up is available for an additional charge, but drop-off service is not provided for this combo tour.

Itinerary

Whale Watching & FlyOver Iceland COMBO Tour

Start the day by joining us at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík where you will exchange your voucher for a boarding ticket. Enjoy 3 hrs. at sea with our expert crew and specially trained naturalists in search for the whales and wildlife of Reykjavík. The city view and landscape of the bay is also not to be missed and adds that something special to the experience. On board you will all the facilities you would expect such as heated indoor saloon with large viewing windows, several WC's, sightseeing platforms and a cloak room where you can borrow our blankets and overalls for the duration of the tour. Our excellent naturalists will give a commentary throughout and explain the sights and encounters as we go. The most common species seen on our tours are minke whales, humpbacks, porpoises and white-beaked dolphins.

After the whale watching, you have about a 30 min. to walk over to Grandi Harbour district where FlyOver Iceland experience takes place. 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 utilises state-of-the-art technology to give the guest the feeling of flight. Guests will hang suspended, feet dangling, before a 20-metre spherical screen while our film whisks you away on an exhilarating journey across Iceland. Special effects, including wind, mist and scents, combine with the ride’s motion to create an unforgettable experience. Before your flight begins, you’ll be immersed in the magic of Iceland in pre-ride events. Our flight guides, a storyteller and resident troll Sú Vitra will lead you through two unique adventures that’ll ignite your imagination with stories of Iceland, its people and the natural forces at work.

Pick up is available for an extra charge, however drop off is not offered for this combo tour.

Itinerary:

Day 1. Whale Watching: Arrive at Elding's ticket office by the Old Harbour where you exchange your prepaid voucher for a boarding ticket. Spend 3 hrs. at sea in search for whales, in good company of our experienced crew and expert guides. Learn all about the wildlife in our waters and enjoy the sightseeing along the way.

Day 1. FlyOver Iceland: Fly over some of Iceland's most beautiful landmarks using state of the art technology that gives you the feeling of flight. Hang suspended with your feet dangling over a 20 m. spherical screen with added special effects, creating an unforgettable experience.

Inclusions & Exclusions

Inclusions

  • 3 hr. Classic Whale Watching tour
  • Admission to FlyOver Iceland

Exclusions

  • Pickup is not included
  • Refreshments

Important Notes

Whale Watching & FlyOver Iceland COMBO tour

  • Start the day at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík to exchange your voucher for a boarding ticket.
  • Enjoy 3 hrs. at sea searching for whales and wildlife of Reykjavík with expert crew and naturalists.
  • Features: heated indoor saloon, viewing windows, WCs, sightseeing platforms, cloak room with blankets and overalls.
  • Common species: minke whales, humpbacks, porpoises, and white-beaked dolphins.
  • After whale watching, walk to Grandi Harbour district for the FlyOver Iceland experience (about 30 mins).
  • FlyOver Iceland offers a breathtaking journey across Iceland with special effects for a feeling of flight.
  • Includes storytelling by flight guides and resident troll Sú Vitra.
  • Pick up available for an extra charge; drop off not offered.
  • FlyOver Iceland cannot accommodate anyone under 102 cm (40 inches) in height.

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