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DownloadBig Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour
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A 2 hour whale-watching tour on a speedy RIB boat from the harbour of Husavik, The Whale Capital of Iceland. The tour begins with a sail to the beautiful Skjálfandi bay. There are many whale species that are known to be accommodated in Skjálfandi bay.
- Duration
- 2 hours
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- October
- Minimum age
- 8 years
- Getting there
- Boat
- Group size
- Up to 12
- Book by
- 30 minutes before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 24 hours before
from
21,990 ISK
per adult
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Sat 24 Oct · 12:30
- Sun 25 Oct · 09:30
- Sun 25 Oct · 12:30
- Mon 26 Oct · 09:30
Runs: October
- Free cancellation up to 24 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Whale Watching in Húsavík
“We’ve been much more successful with whale watching here than in Reykjavík,” one panellist said. “Sometimes if you’re lucky you can even spot seals on the shore.” Video-camera in hand, hop on a boat in Húsavík and look for these majestic sea creatures with a crew that knows what it’s doing. Just sit down, lean back, and keep watching the waves.
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Prices
| Adult15 - 99 years | 21,990 ISK |
|---|---|
| Youth8 - 14 years | 16,990 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Sat 24 Oct. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
A 2 hour whale-watching tour on a speedy RIB boat from the harbour of Husavik, The Whale Capital of Iceland. The tour begins with a sail to the beautiful Skjálfandi bay. There are many whale species that are known to be accommodated in Skjálfandi bay. For example, the Humpback whale, the Minke whale, dolphins, porpoises… More than 10 different species!
The RIB boats seat 12 passengers per boat, each with an expert whale-watching guide and captain on board. The focus is on small group tours, eliminating competition for the best view on board. Each passenger gets a warm suit and a life jacket on board.
IMPORTANT NOTE! Puffin season is ca. 15th of April-15th August. Outside that time of the year, our tours are Big Whales exclusive!
What's included
Local taxes
Driver/guide
Live commentary on board
Professional guide
What to bring
The floatation overalls will keep you warm but still good to be dressed in warm clothing because it can be cold at sea. Gloves and a hat are highly recommended and passengers should bring their own.
Good to know
- Not recommended for people with heart conditions
- Not recommended for people with back problems
- Not suitable for people with limited mobility
- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Children (14-18y.o) must be accompanied by an adult
- The age limit is 8 years old and minimum height is 130cm
- Not wheelchair accessible
Where it starts
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour?
- About 2 hours.
- How much does Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour cost?
- From 21,990 ISK. Adult (15 - 99 years): 21,990 ISK. Youth (8 - 14 years): 16,990 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Where does it start?
- There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Húsavík Adventures (North Sailing building), Hafnarstétt 11, Húsavík. Most people drive there themselves.
- What is the minimum age?
- 8 years.
- When does it run?
- October, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 24 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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