Join the traditional whale watching tour from Húsavík, widely known as the whale watching capital of Iceland, and experience the mammals of the ocean in their natural habitat. Sailing into Skjálfandi Bay on a beautifully restored Icelandic oak boat, you will explore one of the best whale watching areas in Iceland, surrounded by dramatic mountain scenery and the open waters of the North Atlantic.
This classic 3-hour whale watching tour combines comfort, heritage, and wildlife. Before departure, you will be provided with warm safety overalls to keep you comfortable at sea. Your professional wildlife guide will give a safety briefing and provide live commentary throughout the tour, sharing fascinating insights about whales, seabirds, and Iceland’s unique marine ecosystem. The traditional oak boat itself is part of Iceland’s maritime history, carefully renovated into a safe and stable passenger vessel while preserving its authentic character.
Skjálfandi Bay is well known for its rich marine life. Humpback whales are frequent visitors, along with white-beaked dolphins, minke whales, harbour porpoises, and even blue whales and fin whales. As this is true wild nature, sightings can never be guaranteed, but the bay offers excellent opportunities to observe whales in their natural environment.
Warm overalls and raincoats if needed
Hotel pick-up/drop-off
