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Experience the best Whale Watching Cruises from Húsavík

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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Slide 1 of 9, Guests on a boat tour in Husavik watching a whale fluke emerge from the water.
Guests on a boat tour in Husavik watching a whale fluke emerge from the water.
3 hrs
  • 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
Slide 1 of 13, Humpback whale breaching in Skjálfandi Bay, Iceland.
Humpback whale breaching in Skjálfandi Bay, Iceland.
3 hrs
  • Travel with a family-operated company rooted in Húsavík's seafaring traditions, offering an authentic and personal wildlife experience.

  • An experienced captain and expert guide provide live commentary, while flotation suits and children's lifejackets enhance comfort.

  • Skjálfandi Bay is known for humpback whales, with regular sightings of minke whales and white-beaked dolphins, plus occasional blue whales.

  • Your ticket includes a 20% discount on admission to the Húsavík Whale Museum, ideal for extending your marine wildlife experience.

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  • Travel with a family-operated company rooted in Húsavík's seafaring traditions, offering an authentic and personal wildlife experience.

  • An experienced captain and expert guide provide live commentary, while flotation suits and children's lifejackets enhance comfort.

  • Skjálfandi Bay is known for humpback whales, with regular sightings of minke whales and white-beaked dolphins, plus occasional blue whales.

  • Your ticket includes a 20% discount on admission to the Húsavík Whale Museum, ideal for extending your marine wildlife experience.

from Original price€88.02
€77.46

12% off

Slide 1 of 12, Guests photographing a whale's tail near a RIB speedboat on a Husavik whale watching tour.
Guests photographing a whale's tail near a RIB speedboat on a Husavik whale watching tour.
2 hrs
  • 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.

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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.

from Original price€149
€126.65

15% off

Slide 1 of 7, Guests on a boat watching a humpback whale's tail in Husavik, Iceland.
Guests on a boat watching a humpback whale's tail in Husavik, Iceland.
3 hrs
  • 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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€102.59

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What our guests say

Jade -

Spain
Couple
Sep 2026
Hi, so I did the tour with a friend and it was both our first time seeing whales. It took us more or less 1h to see the first whale (in total we saw 3) and I really liked how natural it was: just the crew (and the passengers) searching the horizon, even though the captain knew where to go to have higher chances. Also loved how Siena (hope I wrote her name correctly) kep offering data regarding whales through the micro and in general how helpful the crew was.

Husavik: Small-Family Run, Locally Owned, Sustainable Whale Watching

Ronald B

Netherlands
Couple
Jun 2026
The Hump Back Whales, many of them and very close to the boat. We were able to make fantastic photos and videos! Great Crew!!

Husavik: Small-Family Run, Locally Owned, Sustainable Whale Watching

Jyrki L

Finland
Group
Jul 2026
Nice Guide and professional skipper. Wonderfull weather and a lots of spotted whales. Perfect experience🥰

Husavik: Whale Watching Boat Tour

Amann-eberhardt B

Germany
Group
May 2026
The Wahles. And the fast boat. The guy who Leaded us. The female Captain! The explanation about whales, Habitat, Customs.

Husavik: Whale Watching & Puffin Tour on RIB Speedboat

Chasseuil H

France
Group
Aug 2026
A moment suspended in time in Husavik Bay, accompanied by our guides Lenny and Romane aboard the boat We were able to see several whales—it was magnificent

Husavik: Silent Whale Watching Tour on Carbon Neutral Oak Boat

Satu L

Finland
Couple
Jun 2026
The staff were really nice and the guide Mark was excellent. Mark knew how to tell facts about the animals and was fun to listen to. We saw a few dolphins and lots of puffins and whales.

Husavik: Whale Watching & Puffin Boat Tour

Foutelet J

Group
Jun 2026
We really enjoyed seeing the whales, but we weren't at all impressed with "Puffin Island": we saw the island but not the puffins! It felt like a rip-off.

Husavik: Whale Watching & Puffin Boat Tour

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