ICELAND EXPERIENCE
Traditional Whale Watching from Husavik by Local Family Company
LOCAL CONDITIONS
Weather for this experience
Forecast near ATV Reykjavik Express · Reykjavík forecast
-1°
Light snow
Today · Wind 4 m/s
Today
5° -1°
Light snow
Tomorrow
5° -4°
Overcast
Sat
1° -3°
Cloudy
Sun
-4° -8°
Partly cloudy
Mon
-4° -8°
Overcast
Tue
2° -2°
Overcast
Wed
5° 2°
Light rain
Data: Icelandic Met Office
Forecast shown for the nearest supported Icelandic Met Office station. Conditions can vary along tour routes and at higher elevations.
DRIVING CONDITIONS
Road signals for North Iceland
Official road alerts from Vegagerðin that IceWay can confidently match to this travel region.
Dettifossvegur: Vesturdalsvegur - DettifossSnow
Eyjafjarðarbraut vestri: Akureyri - HrafnagilSpots of ice
SiglufjörðurSpots of ice
For guided tours, the operator makes the final operational decision. If you are self-driving, always check the official road map before departure.
About this experience
Sail aboard a traditional Icelandic oak boat from Húsavík, the Whale Capital of Iceland
Enjoy a relaxed 3-hour whale watching tour in Skjálfandi Bay
Discover whales and Icelandic wildlife with knowledgeable local guides
Stay warm in safety overalls provided by the crew
Choose a truly locally owned family company in Húsavík
Know before you go
- Wheelchair accessible
- 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
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- 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
- 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
Ticket informationMobile or paper ticket accepted
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
This activity may be cancelled due to bad weather.
This activity may be cancelled if the minimum number of travellers is not met.