Whale Watching and Puffin Island Tour in Húsavík

Organized by
2 hrs
Occasionally sporty
From 8 years-old and up
Instant confirmation
From€145

Treat yourself to the best whale-watching experience in Iceland by joining this speedboat tour of Skjálfandi Bay!

Treat yourself to the best whale-watching experience in Iceland by joining this speedboat tour of Skjálfandi Bay!

Iceland's whale capital, Húsavík is the starting point for whale-watching excursions in Skjálfandi Bay, as well as puffins on Lundey Island, also known as Puffin Island, in season (April to August). Sheltered by the mountains of the Tjörnes peninsula, Skjálfandi Bay is one of Iceland's most popular whale-watching areas, home to humpback and blue whales, as well as other cetaceans such as porpoises, white-beaked dolphins and minke whales.

Aboard a 12-seater RIB boat, the ideal way to search for animals in the bay, the adventure will first take you to Puffin Island in season to admire thousands of puffins, those adorable birds nicknamed the clowns of the ocean. Then it will be time for the long-awaited search for whales, which are not at all uncommon here! Protected from the cold and the water throughout the outing by special overalls, you will spend around 2 hours at sea alongside a captain and guide who will comment on the excursion.

Take the plunge and meet the world's largest marine mammals by booking your whale-watching trip from Húsavík now, with a seasonal stop off at the incredible Puffin Island!

Book your activity

From€145

Practical information

Course of events

-Check-in at the Gentle Giants Ticket Center latest 40 minutes before the start of the activity
-Fitting of safety overalls and life jackets at the base
-Briefing on the activity and safety instructions
-Board the speedboat and set off for a 2-hour excursion: first to Puffin Island (only in season) to see the puffins, then in search of whales in Skjálfandi Bay
-Return to base, de-equip and end the activity

Activity requirements

Minimum height : 130 cm.

Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

Please arrive 40 minutes before the start of the activity.

Special terms

The tour on RIB speedboats is not allowed for passengers with heart- or back problems or pregnant women.

Please bring warm and waterproof clothing.

The tour is subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to bad weather, you will be given the option of another date or full refund.

Wild animals are unpredictable; we cannot guarantee that you will see them during this activity: in the case you cannot see them, you will be offered a voucher for a traditional whale watching tour on oak boats free of charge, however, no refund is given.

Puffin season is usually from 15th April to 20th August: outside that time of the year, tours are whales exclusive.

Meeting point:
Gentle Giants Ticket Center: Harbour Side (big blue flags) 640 Húsavík, Iceland
Spoken languages:English, Icelandic
Included
  • Captain
  • Specialized guide on board
  • Warm safety overall (obligatory)
  • Life jacket (obligatory)
  • Raincoat if needed
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm clothing
  • Hat
  • Gloves
  • Protecting bag for camera

Reviews

Average rating

4.8/5

(6)
  • Excellent
    83.3%
    5
  • Very good
    16.7%
    1
  • Average
    0%
    0
  • Poor
    0%
    0
  • Terrible
    0%
    0
Thomas L., Austria — 08/09/2021
4/5
Although we booked a trip to whales and puffins we did not visit puffin island. Maybe the puffins have left the place we were not informed of this.
Anja W., Netherlands — 22/06/2021
5/5
Great excursion. Prize worthwhile
Jesper A., Netherlands — 03/05/2022
5/5
Puffin and whale watching tour with rib boat.
Marianne V., Netherlands — 29/08/2021
5/5
Very good organized
Julie D., France — 16/08/2023
5/5
On a passé un tres bon moment et c’était magnifique

Need help?

A team of experts
Here to assist you 7/7
100% Secure Payments
By credit card or Paypal
Weather Guarantee
Free rescheduling or refund in the event of bad weather

Similar activities nearby

Húsavík: Our selection of activities