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Big Whale Safari and Puffins RIB Boat Tour from Húsavík
2h30
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About this activity
The Big Whale Safari & Puffins is an exciting 2,5-hour tour on a modern RIB speedboat, allowing passengers to explore a wider area of Skjálfandi Bay in search of its gentle inhabitants. With the high speed, the boats can get faster around and increase the chances of spotting some of the bigger whales, such as the majestic blue whale and the acrobatic humpback whale.
For nature lovers, this tour also includes a visit to Puffin Island during the breeding season (April 15th – August 20th). This small island is swarming with thousands of the colourfully-beaked birds, often called "The Clowns of the Ocean".
Your specialized guide will explain the safety and comfort on board as well as give you commentary on the wildlife and sights encountered. At the end of the tour, you will be served a little surprise from a local winemaker.
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For nature lovers, this tour also includes a visit to Puffin Island during the breeding season (April 15th – August 20th). This small island is swarming with thousands of the colourfully-beaked birds, often called "The Clowns of the Ocean".
Your specialized guide will explain the safety and comfort on board as well as give you commentary on the wildlife and sights encountered. At the end of the tour, you will be served a little surprise from a local winemaker.
Included
- Professional guide
- Live commentary on board
- Warm safety overalls
- Little surprise from a local winemaker
Not included
- Transportation to/from attractions (Tour departure is within walking distance from most accommodations in Húsavík)
Additional
- Confirmation will be received at time of booking
- 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 of children is 7 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Not recommended for participants with heart- or back problems or pregnant women
Features
Tourism
90%
Original
65%
Cultural
55%
Adrenaline
25%
Reviews
Tour itself was great! The tour guide was awesome and fun! We got to the whales faster and closer than anyone else! The only thing that I did not like was the rude lady at the Gentle Giants front desk. She moved our reservation and was very rude the whole time.
This tour was one of our favorites while in Iceland. It was incredible! The boat driver made it tons of fun, and there is nothing like seeing whales so close. We're soooooo glad we decided to go with the more expensive RIB boat, it was a much more up close and personal experience!
Highly recommended
A great time, even in the rain!