Activities

Whale Watching in Skjálfandi Bay

Free cancellation

Language: English

Availability: Every day

Mobile voucher accepted

Duration: up to 3 hours

Safety measures applied

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Guided Tour

Kids go free

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Do this because

Experience the Mammals of the Ocean
Admire the beautiful surroundings of Skjálfandi Bay
Feel the thrill of seeing wildlife up close

What to expect

Experience the traditional tour from Húsavík. This place is often considered as the Whale Watching Capital of Europe. It is a unique adventure at sea – watching the wonders of nature in the beautiful surroundings of Skjálfandi Bay, sheltered by the stunning mountains of Vík. This is where our roots lie, where our ancestors used to live in peace and joy for centuries, living in total harmony with the unpredictable and untamed nature of the North Atlantic.

COVID-19 information

The following health and safety measures are in place, so you can relax and enjoy your experience.

Visitor numbers are limited to reduce crowds

The experience complies with government regulations

Social distancing is enforced

Areas frequented by visitors are regularly disinfected

Hand sanitizers are provided for staff and visitors

All gear/equipment is sanitised between use

Visitors are required to bring and wear masks

What's included

A specialized guide
Light refreshments (hot chocolate and an Icelandic traditional twisted donut, kleina)
Warm overalls and raincoats if needed

What's not included

Hotel pick-up/drop-off

Reduced price

Child (0-6): free of charge
Youth (7-15): reduced

Where

Garðarsbraut, Húsavík, Iceland

Meeting point:

Gentle Giants Ticket Center, just look for the big blue flags and signs marked Gentle Giants. Please be at the meeting point to collect your tickets at least 30 minutes before departure.

What to remember

Warm extra clothing provided on board. It is highly recommended that passengers bring their own warm and waterproof clothes, footwear and protective bags for cameras, as it can be cold and wet out at sea

When

From March to November
Check the calendar to see the exact departure times

Provider

Gentle Giants Whale Watching

Booking fee

Good news! No extra fees are applied to this booking.

Cancellation policy

Receive a 100% refund if you cancel up to 1 day before the activity begins.

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