Original Big Whale Safari & Puffins Speedboat Tour from Húsavík
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Join Iceland's original RIB whale watching tour on modern speedboats Cover a wide area of Skjálfandi Bay aboard a fast, modern RIB speedboat to maximise your chances of spotting large whales in the wild Learn about Iceland's nature and wildlife from an expert guide Stay warm in safety overalls provided by the crew Choose a truly locally owned family company in Húsavík
What’s included
- Professional guide
- Warm safety overalls (obligatory), and rain jackets if needed
- Live commentary on board
- Exclusive discounts with selected local partners in Húsavík
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions (Tour departure is within walking distance from most accommodations in Húsavík)
Meeting and pickup
Meeting Point: Gentle Giants Ticket Center Directions: Look for the big blue flags in Húsavík Please arrive at least 40 minutes before scheduled departure to Gentle Giants Ticket Center.
Before you go
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
- Please bring warm and waterproof clothing
- Minimum age is 8 years and minimum height 130 cm
- The puffin season is from April 15th – August 15th approximately. More focus on whales outside the puffin season. Should weather or sea conditions change, even with short notice, this may include skipping the visit to Puffin Island
- A minimum number of passengers is required for all our tours. If the minimum number is not reached, we reserve the right to change or cancel departures, even with short notice. In such cases, customers are offered alternative options or full refund
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Unfortunately, if no whales or dolphins are sighted on the tour, passenger refunds are not permitted. However, customers can receive a voucher to join a traditional whale watching tour free of charge, depending on availability
- Please arrive at the Gentle Giants Ticket Center in Húsavík at least 40 minutes before departure
- The tour on RIB speedboats is not allowed for passengers with heart- or back problems or pregnant women
- Not allowed for passengers with heart- or back problems or pregnant women
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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