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Whale Watching Husavik Tours

Set out from Húsavík into Skjálfandi Bay, Iceland’s richest whale habitat. Enjoy close-up encounters with humpbacks, minkes, dolphins, and seasonal puffins as expert guides navigate nutrient-rich waters renowned for some of the country’s most reliable whale sightings.
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Whale Watching Husavik Tours
Guests photographing a whale's tail near a RIB speedboat on a Husavik whale watching tour.
Whale tail emerging from water on Iceland coast in Husavik with snowy mountains in background.
RIB speedboat with passengers on Husavik waters during whale and puffin tour, Iceland.
Puffin flapping wings on Husavik waters during whale and puffin watching tour.
RIB speedboat with tourists whale watching in Husavik, North Iceland, with snow-capped mountains.
Lundey Island in Husavik, Iceland with ocean and snow-capped mountains in the background.
Flock of puffins flying over Husavik towards Lundey Island during whale and puffin tour.
Guests on a RIB speedboat near Lundey, Puffin Island, Husavik, with birds flying overhead.
Puffins with fish on Lundey Island during Husavik whale and puffin tour.
Humpback whale breaching in Husavik waters, Iceland.
Guest filming barnacles on a whale from a RIB speedboat during Husavik whale watching tour.
White-beaked dolphin breaching in Husavik, North Iceland.
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2 hr
  • Set out on a 2-hour RIB speedboat tour from Husavik with a small group, expert guide, and all safety gear included for your comfort.

  • High-speed RIB boats are smaller, faster, and more maneuverable and cover more ground, boosting your chances of seeing blue whales, humpbacks, and other marine life.

  • Sail through Skjálfandi Bay, enjoying its calm waters and mountain views with live commentary from your guide throughout the journey.

  • Visit Puffin Island during nesting season (April 15-August 15) to see thousands of colorful puffins in their natural habitat.

  • Did you know? Husavik is known as Iceland’s 'Whale Watching Capital,' offering a 97-99% success rate of whale encounters in Europe.

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  • Set out on a 2-hour RIB speedboat tour from Husavik with a small group, expert guide, and all safety gear included for your comfort.

  • High-speed RIB boats are smaller, faster, and more maneuverable and cover more ground, boosting your chances of seeing blue whales, humpbacks, and other marine life.

  • Sail through Skjálfandi Bay, enjoying its calm waters and mountain views with live commentary from your guide throughout the journey.

  • Visit Puffin Island during nesting season (April 15-August 15) to see thousands of colorful puffins in their natural habitat.

  • Did you know? Husavik is known as Iceland’s 'Whale Watching Capital,' offering a 97-99% success rate of whale encounters in Europe.

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€149
Guests on a boat tour in Husavik watching a whale fluke emerge from the water.
Humpback whale breaching during Gentle Giants Whale Watching Tour in Husavik.
Guests observing a whale fluke on a boat tour in Husavik.
Whales surfacing in the ocean during the Gentle Giants Whale Watching Tour in Husavik.
Dolphins swimming in the ocean at a whale watching spot in Iceland.
Blue whale spouting water in Husavik during Gentle Giants Whale Watching Tour.
Guide explaining sea map to guests during Whale Watching tour in Husavik.
Orca swimming in the ocean near Husavik during Gentle Giants Whale Watching Tour.
Whale fluke with birds during Gentle Giants Whale Watching Tour in Husavik.
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3 hr
  • Step aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat and explore one of Europe’s richest whale-watching regions with expert live commentary throughout the journey.

  • Enjoy a comfortable 3-hour cruise through Skjálfandi Bay, known for frequent sightings of whales, dolphins, and diverse marine wildlife.

  • Stay warm and protected with included safety overalls and rain jackets, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable experience at sea in any weather.

  • Benefit from a family-run operator with deep local roots, offering responsible wildlife viewing and high safety standards on every tour.

  • Take in panoramic mountain and bay views as you search for wildlife in a sheltered, scenic environment ideal for spotting ocean giants.

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  • Step aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat and explore one of Europe’s richest whale-watching regions with expert live commentary throughout the journey.

  • Enjoy a comfortable 3-hour cruise through Skjálfandi Bay, known for frequent sightings of whales, dolphins, and diverse marine wildlife.

  • Stay warm and protected with included safety overalls and rain jackets, ensuring a cozy and enjoyable experience at sea in any weather.

  • Benefit from a family-run operator with deep local roots, offering responsible wildlife viewing and high safety standards on every tour.

  • Take in panoramic mountain and bay views as you search for wildlife in a sheltered, scenic environment ideal for spotting ocean giants.

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€85
Humpback whale breaching near a tour boat during a whale watching cruise in Iceland.
Whale breaching during a whale watching tour in Husavik, Iceland.
Humpback whale tail near tour boat on whale watching cruise.
Puffins on grassy cliff during whale watching and puffin tour cruise.
Puffin Island near Husavik with grassy cliffs and surrounding ocean.
Puffins on grassy cliff during whale watching and puffin tour.
Hot chocolate in a white cup with star-shaped cookies on a plate.
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3 hr 30 min
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  • Spot whales and puffins in their natural habitat on a scenic cruise from Húsavík, guided by local wildlife experts.

  • Sail on a traditional oak boat to Puffin Island, home to over 100,000 puffins. They arrive here each summer to breed, nest, and raise their chicks along its rocky shores.

  • Hot chocolate and cinnamon buns served onboard make for an irresistible treat in Iceland’s crisp weather.

  • Warm overalls and raincoats will be provided if needed, so you can focus on the adventure, rain or shine.

  • The crew shares fascinating insights about local birds and whales, making the experience both fun and educational for all ages.

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  • Spot whales and puffins in their natural habitat on a scenic cruise from Húsavík, guided by local wildlife experts.

  • Sail on a traditional oak boat to Puffin Island, home to over 100,000 puffins. They arrive here each summer to breed, nest, and raise their chicks along its rocky shores.

  • Hot chocolate and cinnamon buns served onboard make for an irresistible treat in Iceland’s crisp weather.

  • Warm overalls and raincoats will be provided if needed, so you can focus on the adventure, rain or shine.

  • The crew shares fascinating insights about local birds and whales, making the experience both fun and educational for all ages.

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€115
Guests observing whale from Silent boat in Husavik, Iceland.
Whale tail splashing in the water near Husavik, Iceland, with seagulls flying above.
Guests observing a whale from a Silent boat in Husavik.
Whales spouting water in Husavik bay, Iceland, viewed from a silent boat.
Guests observing a whale from the Silent boat in Husavik, Iceland.
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3 hr
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  • Set sail from Húsavík on a silent whale watching tour aboard a carbon-neutral oak boat—nature’s wonders, minus the engine noise.

  • Spot humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, and porpoises in their natural North Iceland habitat, guided by local pioneers on eco-friendly tours.

  • Stay comfortable in thermal overalls provided for the trip. Warm up with hot chocolate and freshly baked cinnamon buns on your return journey.

  • Glide across Skjálfandi Bay on a traditional oak vessel, designed for a peaceful and environmentally conscious adventure.

  • The silent, emission-free boat lets you hear the ocean and wildlife—no engine rumble, just pure Arctic serenity.

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  • Set sail from Húsavík on a silent whale watching tour aboard a carbon-neutral oak boat—nature’s wonders, minus the engine noise.

  • Spot humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, and porpoises in their natural North Iceland habitat, guided by local pioneers on eco-friendly tours.

  • Stay comfortable in thermal overalls provided for the trip. Warm up with hot chocolate and freshly baked cinnamon buns on your return journey.

  • Glide across Skjálfandi Bay on a traditional oak vessel, designed for a peaceful and environmentally conscious adventure.

  • The silent, emission-free boat lets you hear the ocean and wildlife—no engine rumble, just pure Arctic serenity.

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€112
Guests on a boat watching a humpback whale's tail in Husavik, Iceland.
Guests watch a humpback whale breaching in Husavik during a whale watching tour.
Whale watching tour in Husavik with guests observing two whale tails in the ocean.
Whale breaching near tour boat in Husavik, Iceland.
Guests on a boat watching a whale dive in Husavik, Iceland.
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3 hr
  • Savor complimentary hot chocolate and cinnamon cookies as you cruise Skjálfandi Bay in search of whales.

  • Guided by seasoned whale experts, spot humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, and seabirds in their natural habitat.

  • Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak ship, offering panoramic views and a smooth, comfortable ride.

  • Over 97% average whale sighting success—every tour is a new adventure with possible blue whale or orca sightings.

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  • Savor complimentary hot chocolate and cinnamon cookies as you cruise Skjálfandi Bay in search of whales.

  • Guided by seasoned whale experts, spot humpbacks, minke whales, dolphins, and seabirds in their natural habitat.

  • Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak ship, offering panoramic views and a smooth, comfortable ride.

  • Over 97% average whale sighting success—every tour is a new adventure with possible blue whale or orca sightings.

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€98

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