Activity Snapshot
Activity description
From April to November, come and watch the whales in Skjálfandi Bay, the place to be if you want to meet these giants of the sea in Iceland!
Humpback whales and blue whales are the most common and beautiful species of whale to be found in Skjálfandi Bay, Iceland's most famous whale watching area. Aboard a picturesque oak-wood boat, you will set off from Húsavík into the heart of the bay, which is home to other cetaceans such as harbour porpoises, white-beaked dolphins and minke whales: there is a good chance you will come across at least one of them on your whale-watching trip from Húsavík!
Wearing a special overall to keep you warm during the trip, you will spend almost 2.5 hours at sea, accompanied by a captain guide who will be delighted to share his knowledge of Skjálfandi Bay and the animals that live there, as well as the Tjörnes peninsula and its mountains, which you can admire throughout the trip. You are sure to have an unforgettable outing, with a high chance to meet Húsavík's famous whales!
More than just a trip out to sea, this whale-watching excursion in Skjálfandi Bay will give you a unique experience in a magnificent setting populated by extraordinary animals!
- Meeting with the team at the Gentle Giants base 30 minutes before the start of the activity
- Fitting of waterproof safety overalls and life jackets at the base
- Briefing on the activity and safety instructions
- Board the speedboat and set off for a 2.5-hour excursion
- Return to base, de-equip and end the activity
Activity requirements
Please arrive 30 minutes before the start of the activity.
Minors must be accompanied by an adult.
Special terms
Pregnant people are not advised to participate in this activity.
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.
- Captain
- Warm safety overall
- Life jacket
- Raincoat if needed
- Warm clothing
- Hat
- Gloves
- Protecting bag for camera
