Big Whale Safari & Puffins From Húsavík
Tour ID: GG02
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Spring, Autumn, SummerCategory
Whale WatchingMinimum Age
8Set out from Húsavík on a fast RIB boat and explore a wider area of Skjálfandi Bay in search of whales. The speed and flexibility of the boat allow you to travel further offshore, where larger species are more often spotted, while still enjoying the scenic surroundings along the way.
While whale sightings can never be guaranteed, this tour is designed to maximise your chances of encountering some of the ocean’s largest animals. Along the journey, you’ll also stop by a nearby puffin island, where thousands of puffins gather during the nesting season (approximately April 15th to August 15th).
The tour is operated by Gentle Giants, a local family-run company with deep roots in the area and generations of experience in Skjálfandi Bay.
What’s included & Need to know
- Departure tax
- Entry or admission fee
- Goods & services tax
- A specialized guide
- Warm safety overalls (obligatory), and rain jackets if needed
- Exclusive discounts with selected local partners in Húsavík
- The puffin season is from April 15th – August 20th approximately
- The tour on RIB speedboats is not allowed for passengers with heart- or back problems or pregnant women. Minimum age is 8 years and minimum height 130 cm.
- The tour is approximately 2 hours
- For your safety and comfort, we reserve the right to change schedules, even with short notice, should weather or other conditions change
- You will get warm extra clothing before your tour but it is highly recommended to bring own warm and waterproof clothes, footwear and protective bags for cameras as it can be cold and wet out at sea
- Excluded Food and drinks