You will get to visit Iceland's most popular animals both on land and at sea! You will get a chance to ride the renowned Icelandic horse through the lava landscape and observe the beautiful nature that Iceland has to offer. After that, just couple of hours later you will be at sea breathing in the fresh air and watching some of the largest mammals on earth with the city skyline and mountains in the background!

Begin with your horseback riding tour with Íshestar. If you would like to select the optional hotel pick-up, Íshestar will pick you up starting at 9:00. If you are self-driving we kindly ask that you arrive to the stables at least 30 minutes before your departure time at 10:00. Íshestar's stables are roughly a 20 minute drive from the city center. Learn about the friendly Icelandic horses with your experienced guide before heading out to ride through the beautiful Icelandic nature, from lava fields to hillsides. 

After the horseback riding tour is finished you will head back to the heart of Reykjavík for your Whale Watching tour, sailing at 13:00. Drop-off to the Special Tours ticket office is included if you have selected hotel transfers, otherwise there is plenty of parking around the Old Harbour area. Your Classic Whale Watching tour sails out to beautiful Faxaflói Bay, where you will search for cetaceans with your expert guide. The four most common species we encounter are minke whales, humpback whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises. Learn all about the wildlife and surroundings during your 3-3.5 hour cruise. Finish back in the Old Harbour, just a few steps away from the lively city center. Drop-off to your hotel is available to book in our ticket office for an additional cost if needed. This is a day full of stunning nature, wildlife, fun & fresh air!

 **You can also join our whale watching express tour at 14:00 (seasonal) if you want to have lunch and relax at the harbour first – please check for availability at info@specialtours.is

NEW

Special Tours Iceland app with 5 languages (English, German, French, Spanish and simplified Chinese) available for Android and Apple. It is available for all clients to download during their tour, with both text and audio information. The app is as close to an audio guided wildlife adventure as possible

Horseback Riding

• Riding helmets, rubber boots, and rainwear/warm clothing during the ride
• Trained guides who speak multiple languages (English, Scandinavian, German)
• 1.5-2 hours of horseback riding
• Coffee, tea, and hot chocolate after the tour

Whale Watching

• Guided boat tour (3-3.5 hours)
• Experienced guide (English year-round, German available during the summer months or on request)
• Warm overalls
• Cafe, souvenir shop & restrooms on board
• Free WiFI
• Free ticket to try again if nothing is seen on your tour!