Sightseeing Cruises

Husavik: Whale Watching & Puffin Tour on RIB Speedboat

4.7/5(46)

Lilly L

Group

Verified booking

Last week

We hat an amazing speedboat tour with Natalia. She is extremely experienced and polite. She was an amazing guide. We had the chance to see a few puffins, a minke whale and a bottlenose whale.

Misiura O

Family

Verified booking

Last week

A very interesting and informative tour! We saw lots of whales—my granddaughter and the kids really enjoyed it! The weather was wonderful... there was almost no wind. And the sun was nice and warm... Good luck to you!

Magdalena B

Solo

Verified booking

Jul 2026

It was a spontaneous decision to take part in the tour. The sea was rough, and the boat trip was an adventurous, wild ride on the waves, worth every minute. From the booking to the friendly service and the two experienced guides, Sara and Matteo, everything was top-notch. Despite the low odds, we spotted whales. I wouldn't have missed those two hours for anything. Thank you!

Tess V

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Our guide was very kind and as a biologist she could tell us so much about the whales, dolphins, puffins and other animals. Also, they informed us about the bad weather prediction so we could change our reservation. Very happy we did, we had sun and a calm sea, and saw so many humpbacks!

Carolina M

Group

Verified booking

May 2026

Amazing!!! We were lucky to see wales super close and breaching! The staff was very kind, helpful and did their best to ensure we could see the best views and had experience! Thank you! We loved it!

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.

2-hour whale watching tour on an RIB speedboat

English-speaking expert guide

Small group (12-seater boat)

Warm & waterproof overalls & life vests

Food & drinks

TOTAL DURATION2 hours
MODE OF TRANSFERSpeedboat
Timeline
Map
Start point
Husavik harbor
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1. Puffin Island
Cruise to Puffin Island during nesting season (April 15–August 15) and witness thousands of vibrant puffins in their natural habitat, offering a rare opportunity for birdwatching and photography.
2. Skjálfandi Bay
3 activities
End point
Husavik harbor
Get direction
Your ending point would be same as your start point

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Lilly L
Group
Verified booking
Last week
We hat an amazing speedboat tour with Natalia. She is extremely experienced and polite. She was an amazing guide. We had the chance to see a few puffins, a minke whale and a bottlenose whale.
Misiura O
Family
Verified booking
Last week
A very interesting and informative tour! We saw lots of whales—my granddaughter and the kids really enjoyed it! The weather was wonderful... there was almost no wind. And the sun was nice and warm... Good luck to you!
Morteveille H
Group
Verified booking
Jul 2026
It's a good day. The weather and the sea were very beautifull . We saw botllenoose whales , exceptionally, whales. and puffins on the sea .
Anna T
Group
Verified booking
3 weeks ago
The cruise was super fun and We saw a Whole very close. Both the capta in and the tour lady were friendly and knowledgable.
Joao S
Couple
Verified booking
Last week
The crew was fantastic but, although we saw lots of dolphins and a few puffins, there where no wales in the area

What to bring

Bring warm and waterproof clothes, sturdy footwear, and protective bags for cameras as it can be cold and wet out at sea.

What's not allowed

This experience is not suitable for pregnant women or those with heart or back conditions.

This experience is not allowed for guests under 8 years and those under the height of 130 cm (4.25ft).

Additional information

The puffin season typically runs from April 15 to August 15.

For your safety and comfort, tours may be rescheduled or altered on short notice due to weather or sea conditions. This may include skipping the visit to Puffin Island.

Sightings are highly likely (up to 99%) but not guaranteed; if no whales or dolphins appear, you can join a GG1 Whale Watching tour free of charge, subject to availability.

Tours require a minimum number of participants; if not met, departures may be changed or canceled, with alternatives offered.

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