GG1 Whale Watching

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Experience the traditional tour from Húsavík. Our birthplace 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.

Duration
3 hours
Difficulty
Very easy
Season
April to November
Getting there
Boat
Book by
1 hour before
Cancellation
Free up to 24 hours before

from

12,490 ISK

per adults

Check dates & book

Next departures

  • Sat 24 Oct · 13:15
  • Sun 25 Oct · 09:45
  • Sun 25 Oct · 13:15
  • Mon 26 Oct · 09:45

Runs: April to November

  • 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

Adults16+ years12,490 ISK
Children0 - 6 years0 ISK
Youth7 - 15 years6,490 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

Experience the traditional tour from Húsavík. Our birthplace 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.

Gentle Giants is a truly local family run company with more than 160 years of family history in Skjálfandi Bay.



What's included

  • A specialized guide
  • Warm safety overalls, and rain jackets if needed
  • Exclusive discounts with selected local partners in Húsavík

What to bring

  • Bring warm and waterproof clothes, footwear, hats and gloves and protective bags for cameras as it can be very cold at sea. Warm safety overalls are included on board and are put on top of other layers

Good to know

  • The tour is approximately 3 hours
  • Please check-in at the Gentle Giants Ticket Center latest 40 minutes before departure
  • For your safety and comfort, we reserve the right to change schedules, even with short notice, should weather or other conditions change

Where it starts

Gentle Giants Ticket CenterHafnarstétt 7, Húsavík

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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 GG1 Whale Watching?
About 3 hours.
How much does GG1 Whale Watching cost?
From 12,490 ISK. Adults (16+ years): 12,490 ISK. Children (0 - 6 years): 0 ISK. Youth (7 - 15 years): 6,490 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 Gentle Giants Ticket Center, Hafnarstétt 7, Húsavík. Most people drive there themselves.
When does it run?
April to November, 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 very easy.

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