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Embark on a journey to the vibrant city of Reykjavik, where the majestic dance of whales beckons the curious and the adventurous. With 39 meticulously curated whale-watching tours for 2025, Reykjavik serves as a gateway to the awe-inspiring spectacle of marine life in its natural habitat. Here, you can witness the gentle giants of the ocean in a setting that is as dramatic as it is serene. Over the course of 6 to 18 days, you will have the opportunity to marvel at these magnificent creatures, while also exploring the geological wonders that make Iceland a land of fire and ice. From the thundering waterfalls to the tranquil fjords, each day promises a symphony of natural wonders. With a starting point of $2,860, immerse yourself in an unforgettable whale-watching experience that also offers hiking, village visits, and the chance to capture the Northern Lights. To set sail on a voyage that will stir your soul and awaken your sense of wonder, contact one of Adventure Life's Reykjavik specialists for help planning your next seamless trip.
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Stunning views from your zodiac cruise
$7,450
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Spitsbergen - Northeast Greenland - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

14 Day Itinerary aboard MV Hondius
  • View the Northern Lights
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit settlement
  • Watch whale and seabird migration
  • Observe massive icebergs
Starts / Ends:
Longyearbyen / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
The Spitsbergen and Northeast Greenland cruise sails waters filled with breathtaking scenery. The expedition passes through areas that are home to seals, seabirds, whales, and polar bears, topped off with nighttime viewing of the Northern Lights. Each day, explore stunning arctic landscapes with …
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Enormous tabular icebergs dominate the Arctic landscape
$8,195
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Arctic Sights and Northern Lights

East Greenland - 12 Day Itinerary aboard Sea Spirit
  • Tour Whale Iceland Museum
  • Explore Greenland's fjords & peaks
  • Spot Arctic's wildlife animals
  • Observe dancing Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Ittoqqortoormiit
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland's capital, Reykjavik, serves as the starting point for this 12-day Arctic expedition. Visit the city's most recognizable landmark, the Hallgrmskirkja church. Navigate north via the Denmark Strait to East Greenland, keeping a lookout for huge whales and large seabird colonies. …
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Kirkjufell Mountain
$2,859
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Best of Iceland

Iceland Small Group Tour - 8 Day Itinerary
  • Drive the Ring Road
  • Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
  • Visit National Parks
  • Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Tour the Golden Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Circumnavigate Iceland while traveling the island's famous Ring Road on this 8-day small group adventure. Hike along a pristine glacier, stand in awe at the base of tumbling waterfalls, board a boat in search of whales from Dalvik, and have a chance to ride across Langjokull Glacier on a …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$9,899
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Ring Around Iceland

Reykjavik Roundtrip - 8 Day Itinerary aboard World Traveller
  • Explore Harpa Concert Hall
  • Visit Kirkjufell & Kirkjufellsfoss
  • Experience culture of Isafjordur
  • Explore streets in Seydisfjordur
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a captivating 8-day cruise through Iceland. Start in Reykjavík, admiring its colorful houses and modern architecture at the Harpa Concert Hall. Explore Grundarfjordur, with its majestic Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfoss waterfall. Discover the culture and beauty of …
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Puffins on the Latrabjarg Cliffs
$4,834
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Wild Iceland Escape

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 6 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Explorer
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Soak in geothermal hot springs,
  • Discover Westfjords' biodiversity
  • Watch out for humpback whales
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Discover why Iceland is known as the “land of fire and ice” on a voyage to the remote fjords and volcanic isles along the country's western coast. Venture across the stark landscape of an island formed by volcanic eruptions, where the ground is still warmed by geothermal activity. …
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Exploring Greenland
$22,295
NO SS
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Jewels of the Arctic

Reykjavik - Oslo - 15 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Explore Golden Circle route
  • Discover East Greenland
  • Encounter Svalbard
  • Explore Greenland
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 15-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Oslo aboard the Greg Mortimer. Discover Svalbard's realm of perpetual daylight, where thrilling encounters with polar bears, walruses on sea ice, and echoing guillemot cries create unforgettable moments. In East Greenland, sail through …
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Vatnajokull glacier. Largest Icelandic glacier.
$18,400
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A Circumnavigation of Iceland

10 Day Itinerary aboard National Geographic Endurance
  • Meet Iceland’s people & culture
  • Actively explore Iceland's coasts
  • Experience Iceland’s unique geology
  • Travel with an expert team
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Iceland’s geology in all its manifestations is world-class: glaciers, thundering waterfalls, immense cliffs, geothermal springs, boiling mud pots, and rock and lava-scapes of unearthly beauty. It alone makes a circumnavigation a very compelling idea. But when you add in components like …
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Kirkjufell mountain and Kirkjufellsfossar waterfalls
$16,305
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Best of Iceland - Private Tour

8 Day Itinerary
  • Drive the Ring Road
  • Enjoy Whale Watching Tour
  • Visit National Parks
  • Wander Snæfellsnes Peninsula
  • Tour the Golden Circle
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Adventure Options, Hiking, Whale Watching
Activity Level:
Relaxed
Circumnavigate Iceland while traveling the island's famous Ring Road. Hike along a pristine glacier, stand in awe at the base of tumbling waterfalls, board a boat in search of whales from Dalvik, and have a chance to ride across Langjokull Glacier on a snowmobile. Your trip concludes in …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$7,170
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Icelandic Mosaic

Reykjavik - Reykjavik - 8 Day Itinerary aboard Le Laperouse
  • Explore iconic sites in Iceland
  • Explore North Atlantic landscapes
  • See incredible Arctic wildlife
  • Visit fishing villages and terrains
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 8-day cruise adventure through Iceland. From Reykjavik, choose from excursions at each port, visiting sites like the Snaefellsnes Peninsula, the Golden Circle, and the Godafoss waterfalls. As you sail the North Atlantic, encounter fjords, waterfalls, fishing villages, and volcanic …
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Waterfalls in Iceland
$9,395
NO SS
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Iceland’s Westfjords & North Coast

Reykjavik - Akureyri - 7 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Discover Reykjavik's culture
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Discover Thingeyri's Viking history
  • Spot puffins at Vigur
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Akureyri
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Photography Seminars, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 7-day cruise from Reykjavik to Akureyri aboard the Sylvia Earle. After some leisure time in Reykjavik, embark on a Golden Circle tour to see Gullfoss, Geysir, and Thingvellir National Park. Discover the Westfjords, with stops at the Latrabjarg bird cliffs and Dynjandi waterfall. In …
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The breathtaking scenery of Iceland
$6,395
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Iceland Circumnavigation

Reykjavík Roundtrip - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ocean Endeavour
  • Experience Reykjavík's culture
  • Explore Iceland's pristine fjords
  • Search for whales and dolphins
  • Visit traditional fishing villages
Activities:
Village Visits, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Join this 10-day adventure cruise to the ancient Viking stronghold of Iceland, a mystical land shaped by fire and ice. Voyaging aboard the Ocean Endeavour, experience Iceland at its best and most diverse. Marvel at the geological wonders of this island at the edge of the Arctic Circle, exploring …
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The amazing Godafoss Waterfall
$13,995
NO SS
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Iceland: Circumnavigating the Land of Fire & Ice

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 11 Day Itinerary aboard Greg Mortimer
  • Spot puffins at Latrabjarg
  • Marvel at Gullfoss waterfall
  • Cruise around Skjalfandi Bay
  • Visit Seydisfjordur’s timber houses
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise departing from and returning to Reykjavik on the Greg Mortimer. Explore Iceland, known as the 'land of fire and ice,' and take in the snow-covered peaks, glaciers, and active volcanoes. Visit the remote Westfjords, ideal for nature hikes and sea kayaking, and walk …
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$7,180
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Iceland to Svalbard Cruise

Reykjavik - Longyearbyen - 11 Day Itinerary aboard SH Diana
  • Explore vibrant Reykjavik streets
  • Visit majestic Dynjandi waterfall
  • Discover Isafjordur’s heritage
  • Marvel at Svalbard's glaciers
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Longyearbyen
Activities:
Kayaking, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on an 11-day cruise aboard the SH Diana. Start your Arctic adventure in the vibrant city of Reykjavík, known for its unique blend of urban charm and natural wonders. Discover Iceland's famed geological marvels in the land of fire and ice, from volcanic landscapes to geothermal …
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Zodiac Cruise Tasermiut Kangerlnat Fjord, Greenland
$16,695
Savings
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Southern Greenland: On the Trail of the Vikings

Reykjavik - Toronto - 14 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Qaqortoq
  • Explore Hvalsey
  • Discover Aappilattoq
  • Experience Prince Christian Sound
  • Discover Kangertitivatsiaq Fjord
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Toronto
Activities:
Hiking, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 14-day expedition cruise from Reykjavik to Toronto aboard the Sylvia Earle. Explore Greenland, the world's largest island, characterized by towering peaks and extensive glaciers. Trek across the tundra to spot arctic foxes and reindeer, tasting wild berries en route. Glide through …
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Surfacing Humpback Whales
$5,650
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East Greenland, Scoresby Sund - Aurora Borealis, Including Long Hikes

Roundtrip Akureyri - 10 Day Itinerary aboard Ortelius
  • Spot Arctic wildlife
  • Explore glaciated Volquart Boons
  • Cruise past Vikingebugt icebergs
  • Witness magical Northern Lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Hiking, Northern Lights, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Set sail on a 10-day cruise aboard the Ortelius, exploring the majestic landscapes of East Greenland and the enchanting Scoresby Sund. As you head north, watch for wildlife like fulmars, kittiwakes, and gannets, and witness the beauty of icebergs near Brewster. Zodiac cruises offer close encounters …
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Northwest Fjord in the far reaches of Scoresbysund in eastern Greenland.
$16,480
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Island Hearts of the Arctic

Roundtrip Reykjavik - 14 Day Itinerary aboard SH Vega
  • Explore Iceland
  • Watch staggering array of seabirds
  • Visit Ittoqqortoormiit
  • Discover Heimaey’s dark history
  • Glide through the pristine waters
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Reykjavik
Activities:
Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
On this 14-day Iceland and Eastern Greenland cruise, see the untamed and spectacular landscapes of Iceland and East Greenland. Navigate Iceland, the country of fire and ice, with breaching whales by your side as you take in the fjords, magnificent waterfalls, and never-ending volcanic scenery. …
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Northern Lights near Tromso, Norway
$20,395
NO SS
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Arctic Golden Autumn & Northern Lights

Reykjavik - Tromso - 17 Day Itinerary aboard Sylvia Earle
  • Visit Gullfoss, stunning waterfall
  • Enjoy Vigur, birdwatching paradise
  • Experience Svalbard’s wilderness
  • Witness Norway’s northern lights
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Tromso
Activities:
Hiking, Kayaking, Northern Lights, Photography Seminars, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 17-day cruise from Reykjavik to Tromso aboard the Sylvia Earle. This extraordinary Arctic adventure takes you from Iceland's vibrant capital to the High Arctic's untouched beauty. Experience the stunning landscapes of Iceland, where cascading waterfalls like Dynjandi and the …
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Explore the parks around Quebec City for a view of the city
$13,810
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Expedition from Greenland to Canada via Saint Pierre and Miquelon

Reykjavik - Toronto - 16 Day Itinerary aboard Le Bellot
  • Explore Reykjavik’s vibrant capital
  • Sail through Prins Christian Sund
  • Visit quaint Aappilattoq village
  • Marvel at Kujalleq Glacier
  • Admire colorful Saint John’s
Starts / Ends:
Reykjavik / Toronto
Activities:
Archaeological Site Visits, Small Ship Cruises, Whale Watching, Wildlife Viewing
Activity Level:
Variable
Embark on a 16-day expedition aboard Le Bellot, sailing from Iceland to Canada through the breathtaking landscapes of Greenland. Departing from Reykjavik, this journey takes you through the scenic Prins Christian Sund, past the Kujalleq Glacier, and into the quaint Inuit village of Aappilattoq. …
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