Husavik: Whale Watching & Puffin Tour on RIB Speedboat
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  • Set out on a 2-hour RIB speedboat tour from Husavik with a small group, expert guide, and all safety gear included for your comfort.
  • High-speed RIB boats are smaller, faster, and more maneuverable and cover more ground, boosting your chances of seeing blue whales, humpbacks, and other marine life.
  • Sail through Skjálfandi Bay, enjoying its calm waters and mountain views with live commentary from your guide throughout the journey.
  • Visit Puffin Island during nesting season (April 15-August 15) to see thousands of colorful puffins in their natural habitat.

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  • 2-hour whale watching tour on an RIB speedboat
  • English-speaking expert guide
  • Small group (12-seater boat)
  • Warm & waterproof overalls & life vests
  • Food & drinks

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  • Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
  • Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
  • Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.

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Free cancellation up to 24 hours before the experience starts.

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The tour lasts for 2 hours on an RIB speedboat.

It sets out from Husavik, known as Iceland's 'Whale Watching Capital.'

You have a high chance of spotting blue whales and humpbacks among other marine life.

Yes, an English-speaking expert guide accompanies the small group throughout the journey.

Bring warm and waterproof clothes, sturdy footwear, and protective bags for cameras as it can get cold and wet out at sea.

This activity is not suitable for pregnant women or those with heart or back conditions. It's also restricted to guests over the age of 8 years and taller than 130 cm (4.25ft).

The journey includes sailing through Skjálfandi Bay with its calm waters and mountain views, as well as a visit to Puffin Island during nesting season.

Puffin viewing is possible from April 15 to August 15 when they are in their natural habitat at Puffin Island.

Participants receive warm and waterproof overalls along with life vests for comfort and safety on board.

Food and drinks are not included; participants should bring their own if needed.

Bring warm and waterproof clothes, sturdy footwear, and protective bags for cameras as it can be cold and wet out at sea.

This experience is not suitable for pregnant women or those with heart or back conditions. This experience is not allowed for guests under 8 years and those under the height of 130 cm (4.25ft).

The puffin season typically runs from April 15 to August 15. For your safety and comfort, tours may be rescheduled or altered on short notice due to weather or sea conditions. This may include skipping the visit to Puffin Island. Sightings are highly likely (up to 99%) but not guaranteed; if no whales or dolphins appear, you can join a GG1 Whale Watching tour free of charge, subject to availability. Tours require a minimum number of participants; if not met, departures may be changed or canceled, with alternatives offered.

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