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Iceland · SAFARI

The 4 Best Jeep Safaris in Iceland

4 reviewed

Iceland fills its good slots early, and the short winter days make that worse. Start with these 4 jeep safaris: live prices, group sizes, and the pickup arrangement that quietly decides how much morning you lose.

Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat - Gentle Giants ticket center to life jacket time

1.Húsavík: Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins by Speedboat

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 973 reviews · from $159Our pick

Húsavík RIB safari to Puffin Island and Skjálfandi Bay, with warm overalls, expert English commentary, and strong odds for big whales.

“The tour guide was great. I would certainly recommend going with the speed boat as when a whale came up we were able to get to it quickly. We saw Humpback whales and were lucky to see a Fun whale too”

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Mýrdalsjökull: South Coast ATV Quad Bike Safari

Mýrdalsjökull: South Coast ATV Quad Bike Safari - Meeting at Mýrdalsjökull Base Camp, Then Getting Ready Fast

2.Mýrdalsjökull: South Coast ATV Quad Bike Safari

★★★★★★★★★★4.8 · 470 reviews · 1 - 2 hours · from $144

Quad bike safari by Mýrdalsjökull Glacier, across Sólheimasandur black sands to the DC3 wreck, plus Dyrhólaey coastal views. 1 to 2 hours.

“I was the only person booked at the time so i basicaly got private tour. My tourgide was Oskar and he was great. He was very knowledgable and told me interesting informations about the vulcanos the beach and we also visited plane wreck. After the tour i even saw the northern lights on my way back to the hotel so i would deffinetly reccomend anyone to try it out...”

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Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík - Before You Go: Gear, Meeting Point, and a Small-Group Advantage

3.Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 417 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $180Top rated

2-hour RIB whale and puffin safari from Húsavík. Warm overalls, expert guiding, and strong odds for humpbacks, dolphins and Lundey.

“Well organized & professional. Give & Captain excellent. Only downside was not being able to get close pictures of Puffins, otherwise, really great. Saw many whales.”

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Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV

Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV - The Pickup, Timing, and What You Should Expect Before You Ride

4.Reykjavik Peak with Safari Quads ATV

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 335 reviews · 2 hours 30 minutes (approx.) · from $129Best value

Quad up to Reykjavik Peak for summit views, Lake Hafravatn scenery, and included safety gear, with hotel pickup and a guided convoy.

“My friend and I had the best time ever with Safari Quads ATV! From start to finish, the experience was unforgettable. The tour guides were incredible—super friendly, knowledgeable, and genuinely passionate about what they do. You could tell they love sharing this adventure with others, and that energy made the entire tour even more enjoyable. Before we set off, they took the time to make sure everyone felt safe and confident, giving a thorough but easy-to-understand briefing. It didn’t matter if you were a beginner or had previous experience—the guides made sure everyone felt comfortable. The ride itself was an absolute thrill! We got to explore some of the most…”

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