Reykjavik · MIDNIGHT SUN TOURS FROM REYKJAVIK
From late May to the middle of July the sun barely clears the horizon before coming back up. These 9 put that light to use on the water, on horseback and on the coast road, with start times that look wrong until you land.
Join Elding Adventure at Sea for a 3 to 3.5-hour evening cruise into Faxafloi Bay. Marine biologist guides help you spot minke and humpback whales, dolphins, porpoises, and seabirds. Warm overalls, Wi-Fi, a cafe, research support, and live music are included.
“Brilliant, saw the whales and a couple of dolphins”
Ride a solo or shared ATV from Reykjavik into the countryside with Safari Quads. After a safety briefing, follow guides such as Veronika, Gonzalo, Julia, or Kris over roads, gravel, rocks, and mountain trails toward Ulfarsfell, with supplied rain gear and wide city views.
“Even though we didn’t have sunset (cloudy), the experience was so fun, the guides were awesome, and we got to ride through some really amazing trails”
Join Elding Whale Watching at Reykjavik Old Harbour for a roughly three-hour evening cruise on Faxaflói Bay. An onboard guide such as Alex, Rob, or another naturalist explains the wildlife, while warm coveralls, Wi-Fi, bathrooms, indoor seating, and access to the Whale Watching Centre are included.
“No whales although they offered another tour as a second chance. Guide kept romancing the dolphins but it was not dolphin watching tour”
Set sail from Reykjavík Old Harbor at 9 PM aboard Rósin, a whale-watching boat with indoor and outdoor decks, restrooms, Wi-Fi, and a snack bar. An English-speaking guide helps you search Faxaflói Bay for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, and porpoises beneath the late-night sun.
“It was exciting!! Take the anti-sickness pill if you want to be able to move back and forth, to follow the whale whilst the boat is moving. It was a great night! TIP: I have my binoculars and a camera attach to it, and that levelled up my experience!💕”
You’ll ride a two-hour ATV route through Hólmsheiði near Reykjavik, climbing Hafrafjall and Ulfarsfell with an English-speaking guide. Safari Quads provides transport, helmets, gloves, overalls, and rain gear. Victoria and her fellow guides are known for keeping groups relaxed and engaged.
“Very fun. They split us into 2 groups 1 for people who wanted to go fast and one for more cautious drivers. Everyone was able to pick which group was more in their comfort zone. Great machines nice scenery. Would recommend.”
Join Action Adventures at 9:30 pm for a three-and-a-half-hour ATV ride near Reykjavik. Guide Kristjan may lead you up the mountain for views over Reykjavik, Mosfellsbær, and the Reykjanes peninsula. Summer brings bright midnight skies, while colder months may offer northern lights.
“This was the most amazing experience! I would highly recommend to anyone traveling to the Reykjavik area. Luckily, we ended up having a private tour, and our tour guide was fantastic. Even though it was rainy and foggy at the time that we went, driving the ATVs around the lake and up the mountain was such a fun experience.”
Leave Reykjavik’s Old Harbour at 9pm for a 2.5-hour search across Faxaflói Bay. Guides such as Daniel, Sophie, and Tom have led trips with clear wildlife briefings. Thermal overalls, indoor seating, WiFi, and a free return ticket if nothing appears are included.
“Our tour was great! We were a part of a very small group. They have thermal overalls for use and we were warm the entire time, allowing us to stay on the top of the deck for the whole two hours. Our guide, Sophie, was very friendly and knowledgeable. We saw a few minke whales and an incredible sunset.”
Set out from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour with an English-speaking guide, gearing up in overalls, gloves, goggles, and a safety vest before heading into Faxaflói. The two-hour trip uses a small boat with suspension seats and may bring you close to minke whales, humpbacks, dolphins, porpoises, and puffins.
“Great trip…very rough seas and difficult on back and knees…guides were great and got to see three Minke whales breaching.”
Travel from Reykjavik with a private guide and hotel pickup to Þingvellir, Geysir, and Gullfoss, then ride a Super Jeep onto Langjökull when conditions allow. Guide Olav has been praised for prompt service, local knowledge, and a relaxed manner. The tour lasts about 6 to 9 hours.
“Great day from the start , prompt pick up from door to door by Olav Not sure if this is Icelandic spelling Very knowledgeable about the history and the surrounds , couldn't do enough to help , very laid back approach . Would definitely recommend this service”
Pick a road out, a boat or a hot spring.
