Blast across Skjálfandi Bay in a high-powered RIB to meet humpbacks up close and circle the puffin colonies of Lundey Island. This is Iceland's whale-watching capital at full throttle — raw, exhilarating, and utterly unforgettable.
What to expect
Dressed head-to-toe in a thermal survival suit provided on board, you speed out into Skjálfandi Bay with an expert naturalist guide who reads whale behaviour in real time. Humpbacks are the star, regularly breaching and fluking within metres of the RIB. A detour to Lundey Island reveals thousands of Atlantic puffins nesting on the cliffs. The return run at speed across the bay, with the snow-capped Víknafjöll mountains as backdrop, is a photographer's dream.
Good to know
Tours run March–November and last approximately 2.5 hours; depart from Húsavík harbour, a 2-minute walk from the cruise tender dock. Pre-book directly with Gentle Giants to secure your slot — departures fill fast on port days. Check your all-aboard time carefully; allow at least 30 minutes back at the harbour before departure.
Sail there
Luxury cruises that call at Husavik — book through us, the fare is identical and your concierge stays on your side.
More to do in Husavik
- Húsavík Eco-Tour: Whales & Wildlife on Sailboat Opal
- GeoSea Geothermal Sea Baths: Private Infinity Pool Over the Arctic
- Diamond Circle Full-Day Guided Tour: Dettifoss, Ásbyrgi & Mývatn
- Lake Mývatn & Goðafoss Waterfall Shore Tour from Húsavík
- Húsavík Whale Museum: Private Expert-Led Discovery Experience