Húsavík Whale Watching Tour: Experience Majestic Whales and Puffins on a RIB Boat

Embark on a thrilling 2-hour whale watching tour in Húsavík, Iceland’s Whale Capital. Hop on a RIB boat, spot majestic whales and adorable puffins, and enjoy a small group experience for the best views!

Duration: 2 hours
Cancellation: 24 hours
Highlights
  • Husavik Adventures - Get your warm clothes and get ready for a real adventure!
    The tour begins with a sail to the beautiful Skjálfandi Bay. There are many whale species that are known to be accommodated in the area. For example, the Humpback whale, the Minke whale, White-beaked dolphins, porpoises… More than 10 different species visit Skjálfandi…
What's Included
  • Raincoat (when needed)
  • All taxes, fees and handling charges
  • Driver/guide
  • Local taxes
  • Live commentary on board
  • Warm water resistant overalls and life jacket (compulsory to wear by law in Iceland)
What's Not Included
  • Gratuities
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Transportation to/from attractions
  • Gloves & hats
Additional Information

Experience a 2-hour whale observation journey on a fast RIB boat departing from Húsavík, Iceland’s Whale Capital.
Each RIB boat can accommodate a maximum of 12 guests and is led by a knowledgeable whale observation guide and captain. All attendees are provided with a warm jumpsuit, a life vest, and a rain jacket (if required).
By concentrating on small…

Location
Husavik Adventures
Garðarsbraut
The tour begins by meeting at the Húsavík Adventures's ticket office 30 minutes before departure. Please note that we share the office building with our parent company North Sailing. You can easily find the office on the opposite side of the road from the famous church of Húsavík
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

Customer Ratings
4.9
(458 Ratings)
5 stars
4 stars
3 stars
2 stars
1 star
Melinda_v
Aug 10, 2025
Book this tour! - We had an excellent time on this tour! We booked the 9 am tour. I definitely recommend you wear warm layers, especially socks and gloves. The cold air makes it way up your pants too! We were able to see the puffin island, with tons of birds flying around and in the water, a large group of dolphins and a humpback whale breach multiple times. It was incredible! We also liked how small the boat was. You have a good view wherever you are seated compared to the larger vessels on other tours. Our two guides were so knowledgeable about all the birds, whales and dolphins!
Review provided by Viator
_w8724zy
Aug 7, 2025
The best experience in Iceland - Highly recommend experience.The speedboat is the best way to get close to whales.We had the opportunity to see hamback whale and a group of an other super rare species of whales.Our guide was well informed and very passionate about whale watching giving us good vibes,the captain was superb.Overall very well organised tour and safe!!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Elenapx6010ad
Aug 6, 2025
Authentic experience - A fantastic experience! Augustine and Sophie were very nice guides and told us a lot about whales and puffins. We were able to spot some humpback whales and rostrobianco lagenorinco dolphins very close DA. Highly recommended!!
Review provided by Tripadvisor
B1421hycj
Aug 4, 2025
Fun getaway for the whole family EN for young EN old - Nice getaway full DEED to the expectation. Staff were helpful EN friendly. We were EN fortunate that the weather was beautiful EN more DE species of whales have spotted and on the return still sail dolphins
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Tbachler
Aug 3, 2025
You actually get to see whales!! Marine biologist was very knowledgable and friendly. I would highly recommend. - Excellent trip and we saw a lot of humpback whales!! We couldn't get close enough to the island for the puffins but that was ok since we saw so many humpback whales.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Robi70varese
Aug 3, 2025
DA must do excursion - Trip organized very well. Spotted both whales and dolphins. Sunny day and calm sea. Congratulations to the guide Austin (English boy) and the captain, the girl driving the zodiac. Absolutely recommended
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Christophe
Aug 2, 2025
A beautiful bay and whales - Go out into the bay to observe puffins, whales and dolphins. We were treated to a school of fifty beautiful DE dolphins! Very friendly and didactic guide.
Review provided by Tripadvisor
Darcey_r
Aug 1, 2025
Complete pleasure! - Easy and enjoyable! From booking to the event we were informed and provided a memory we will find challenging to forget. The outfit kept us warm and dry and we saw the whales and puffins as close as possible. The driver and guide were knowledgeable and pleasant. The trip fulfilled all of our expectations.
Review provided by Viator
Mary_g
Aug 8, 2025
Disappointed! - Waited around all day for this tour after we drove 2 hours to get there and it was cancelled 30 minutes before. I know it was weather related but they could have cancelled hours earlier so we could have used our day to choose another activity.
Review provided by Viator
Gilles
Aug 3, 2025
Avoid, nothing seen! - 600€ to 4, 3 small 1/4 DE whales tail seen after 1h DE sailing... Yes, it's nature, no DE problem, but now... The return was EN 10min, and we feel that the 2h tour DE is well calculated to avoid too bad comments if you see nothing. Within 2 hours, a long navigation in particular. Nice, but not necessarily the object DE the activity, especially when, in the end, you see nothing at all... Regarding the organization otherwise, it's nickel: suits, very comfortable boat, super guide So all that's missing is the main one, and at this price, it's far too big a risk... PS: same attempt in Canada in a dedicated place, and... 0 whale. We may not be DE luck, but better use the budget elsewhere 😉
Review provided by Tripadvisor
From $164
up to 12 guests
1 - Adult
Cancellation: Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the start of your experience (local time).