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Solar Eclipse by RIB Speedboat from Reykjavík

Difficulty

Easy

Duration
2 hours and 30 minutes
Price from

24.900 ISK

Experience the total solar eclipse on an unforgettable RIB speedboat tour from Reykjavík! Witness 100% totality at sea with expert guides, unobstructed views, and provided eclipse glasses. Book now for this once-in-a-lifetime adventure!

Head out from Reykjavík on a thrilling RIB speedboat journey to witness the total solar eclipse from the open waters of Faxaflói Bay. Feel the excitement of being at sea as the Moon completely covers the Sun, creating an extraordinary twilight in the middle of the North Atlantic. For one incredible minute, you’ll experience 100% totality and see the stunning solar corona, a rare sight visible only during a total eclipse.

Traveling by RIB speedboat gives you a fast-paced and adventurous way to reach an ideal viewing location, away from the city and with wide open views of the horizon. Surrounded by Iceland’s dramatic coastline and ocean scenery, this will be a truly unique way to experience one of nature’s most spectacular events.

Our expert guides will share fascinating facts about the science, history, and legends of solar eclipses, making the tour both exciting and informative.

🔭 Protective eclipse glasses will be provided for safe viewing during the partial phases.
🧥 Please dress very warmly in suitable outdoor layers, as conditions at sea can be cold.
📸 Bring your camera — this is a moment you’ll want to remember forever.
🌑 Limited spaces available — secure your seat now for an unforgettable solar eclipse RIB adventure from Reykjavík!

  • Up to a 2-hour exciting tour in a small group 12-seater RIB boat.
  • Warm overalls, gloves, goggles, and all necessary safety equipment.
  • Pickup is available for an extra charge

We recommend all guests dress warmly in layers and good footwear it is always colder on the water and don´t forget your camera!

  • Pass By: Old Harbour

    The ship sets sails from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and during your journey, you’ll sail among the small islands in the Faxaflói Bay, as well as along the coast of Reykjavík, providing you with a fantastic view of the city as you search for the wildlife in the water. The most common sights are minke and humpback whales, dolphins, and porpoises. However, there is always a chance to spot a few orcas (also known as killer whales) as well as a wealth of other species. The professional team onboard is very experienced in spotting whales and is dedicated to making sure their passengers leave with a smile!

  • Pass By: Harpa Reykjavik Concert Hall and Conference Centre

    Harpa is a concert hall and conference centre in Reykjavík, Iceland. The opening concert was held on May 4, 2011. The building features a distinctive colored glass facade inspired by the basalt landscape of Iceland.

  • Pass By: Faxaflói

    Faxafloi bay is situated on its southern shore. From Reykjavik it is possible to see the peninsula of Akranes in the northeast and even the Snæfellsjökull at a distance of about 120 km (75 mi). This bay has few islands and the ones it does have are close to land, in particular contrast to the bay directly north of it, Breiðafjörður, which has the most islands of any bay in Iceland.

  • Pass By: Engey

    Engey is the second largest island of the Kollafjörður (Faxa Bay) fjord in western Iceland.

  • Pass By: Lundey

    Lundey, literally “Puffin Island” in Icelandic, is a small, uninhabited island off the western coast of Reykjavík, Iceland.

  • Pass By: Videy Island

    Viðey is the largest island of the Kollafjörður Bay in Iceland, near the capital of Reykjavík.

The ship sets sails from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour and during your journey, you’ll sail among the small islands in the Faxaflói Bay, as well as along the coast of Reykjavík, providing you with a fantastic view of the city as you search for the wildlife in t

Harpa is a concert hall and conference centre in Reykjavík, Iceland. The opening concert was held on May 4, 2011. The building features a distinctive colored glass facade inspired by the basalt landscape of Iceland.

Faxafloi bay is situated on its southern shore. From Reykjavik it is possible to see the peninsula of Akranes in the northeast and even the Snæfellsjökull at a distance of about 120 km (75 mi). This bay has few islands and the ones it does have are close

Engey is the second largest island of the Kollafjörður (Faxa Bay) fjord in western Iceland.

Lundey, literally “Puffin Island” in Icelandic, is a small, uninhabited island off the western coast of Reykjavík, Iceland.

Viðey is the largest island of the Kollafjörður Bay in Iceland, near the capital of Reykjavík.

  • A 100% charge applies if canceled within 1 days of the start time.

Please note

Please check-in at the Old Harbour House at Aegisgardur 2, 101 Reykjavík 30 minutes before departure.Not suitable for:

  • Children under 10 years
  • Pregnant women
  • People with back problems
  • People under 4 ft 8 in (145 cm)

We may cancel or reschedule the tour due to unfavorable weather or if the minimum number of participants is not reached.

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