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Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour

2 hours North IcelandHúsavík AdventuresFree cancellation on most tours

Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour

Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour is a 2 hours experience run by Húsavík Adventures in North Iceland, from 23.990 ISK per person. 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.

23.990 ISKfrom, per person · free cancellation on most tours
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Duration
2 hours
Season
All year
Difficulty
Easy
Minimum age
8 years
Pickup
Not included
Region
North Iceland
Travel by
Boat
Operator
Húsavík Adventures

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

  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • 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

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Where it starts

Meeting point: Húsavík Adventures (North Sailing building), Hafnarstétt 11, Húsavík

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Frequently
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How long is Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour?
The tour runs about 2 hours .
When does Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 23.990 ISK per person. Live pricing and options are on the booking page — no booking fee, and most tours have free cancellation up to 24 hours before departure.
What is the cancellation policy?
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
Is there a minimum age?
Yes — participants must be at least 8 years old.