Get your warm clothes and get ready down at husavik harbour. Husavik is the oldest settlement in iceland, besides being the largest town in. The north of iceland is known as the capital of whale watching. The whales of husavik, iceland voices for biodiversity. Rib whale watching in husavik iceland husavik adventures. The success rate of the summer tours is over 95%, in the north, this is even higher at 98%. Discover the stunning beauty of skjalfandi bay while. Our most glorious and stunning product is without a doubt whale watching tour on. Our tours have a 98% success rate for whale sightings thanks to the favorable icelandic waters whales populate the area yearround due to the unique sea conditions. The husavik original whale watching tour with north sailing has been visitors top pick for more than 20 years, placing the small fishing town on the map as the whale watching capital of iceland. Husavik whale watching and akureyri, iceland travel addicts. Whale watching salka whale watching salka whale watching.
Visit our website for bookings and further information. Go on this husavik whale watching tour by rib boat and see whales in their natural habitat. Now the tour is available carbonneutral, a 100% natural experience on silent, green energy, electric boats with minimum disturbance to whales and nature. Gg1 whale watching experience the mammals of the ocean. Embark on the whale watching tour of your dreams in husavik, the whale capital of iceland. Husavik whale watching the original tour experience the original husavik whale watching tour that has built a reputation for the town of husavik as the whale watching capital of iceland. Whale watching is a mustdo for everyone visiting iceland. Toprated husavik whale watching tours 2020 dolphin tours. Although whale watching tours boast impressive success rates for sightings 95% to 98%, you do have to bear in mind that the whales do not always appear on cue. From minke and humpback whales to dolphins, orcas, porpoises and birds, icelands remote coastal areas are teeming with a wide range of marine creatures. Whale watching in reykjavik is a wonderful experience for the whole family. Whale watching from husavik day tours iceland travel. There is a small town in northern iceland that describes itself as europes best whalewatching destination.
It is a unique adventure at sea watching the wonders of nature in the beautiful surroundings of skjalfandi bay, sheltered by the stunning mountains of vik. Midatlantic offers a great platform for travel industry professionals from around the world to meet, work together and exchange ideas, in iceland a hub between europe and. Iceland special tours whale watching and other tours. We are staying for 2nights in akureyri after a hectic journey in iceland, i would rather not like to drive to husavik, so would you recommend me to join a whale watching tour from akureyri. Come and enjoy the magnificent wildlife and stunning scenery aboard a renovated traditional oak fishing boat. Hauganes whale watching is the oldest whale watching tour operator in iceland. Experience the original husavik whale watching tour that built a reputation for the town of husavik as the whale watching capital of iceland. Be captivated by the incredible icelandic scenery and its wonderful marine life on this whale watching tour in husavik. Our experienced crew will give you a unique adventure, whether you are an early bird, enjoy the daytime at sea or if youre up for a whale watching spectacle in the midnight sun.
Our iceland whale watching tour with north sailing was called whales, puffins and sails. Iceland travels terms and conditions contain legal obligations. Gentle giants offers whale watching tours and other exciting seafaring adventures from husavik, in the north of iceland often considered as the whale watching capital of europe. Our company is proud of its originality and background with more than 150 years of family history in skjalfandi bay. Iceland whale watching tour with north sailing husavik. Discounts to two restaurants and the local whale museum come with the ticket. Tours whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition. This is where our roots lie, where our ancestors used to live in peace and joy for centuries, living in. Many whale watching tours also include a puffinwatching component.
Jul 15, 2014 whale watching on a tour with gentle giants out of husavik in iceland. You have probably heard that husavik is a great place for whale watching. Minimize your carbon footprint and join the electric sailboat opal for a green whale watching of a lifetime. Gentle giants whale watching husavik 2020 all you need to. Whale watching tours are a fun activity that can be enjoyed by travelers of all ages and group sizes. Classic whale watching from husavik day tours iceland. Husavik whale watching the original tour with north sailing. Whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland elding. Husavik whale capital of iceland visit north iceland. Husavik iceland find the best husavik circle classic tours. Gentle giants whale watching husavik 2020 all you need. Two whale watching companies operate in husavik north sailing and gentle giants and both are the same price, so we picked gentle giants because they had the right timing. Whales are a way of life in iceland the fact that in icelandic the word for beached whale hvalreki is the same as that for jackpot or windfall may give you some clue as to how these seaborne beasts are seen by the locals.
Our company is proud of its originality and background with more than 150. Included is an expert whale watching guide, a captain on board, warm water resistant overall suit and a life vest. Iceland travel offers a variety of tours, packages tickets and services products through its website icelandtravel. Among the wildlife of skjalfandi bay are various species of whales and. Read on for everything you need to know about whale watching in husavik, northern iceland. We zoomed around on a speedboat to get close to the whales and at one point we were surrounded by humpback whales that were. Whether you are looking for a classic whale watching tour or thrilling rib boat experience, we have a wide variety of tours in dalvik, reykjavik and snaefellsnes. Discover the magnificent nature of skjalfandi bay husavik where you can see whales, dolphins and sea birds in their natural. The whale museum is a nonprofit organisation that forms the educational component to the whale watching trips in husavik. Join this whale watching tour for a wonderful day out at see. The most common questions about whale watching are collected and answered in the faq. Our birthplace is often considered as the whale watching capital of europe.
Rib boat express whale watching tour in husavik iceland unlimited. They form the basis on which bookings are accepted by iceland travel. As the whale museum is performing research on the whales in skjalfandi bay they welcome any pictures you take of whales on the whale watching tours with information on the location of the trip and the date. The husavik in iceland is the most popular tour attraction in iceland. The annual icelandair midatlantic tradeshow was held in reykjavik last week and gentle giants took an active part as usual. You have the chance to see humpback whales, minke whales, fin whales, and even blue whales.
Migrating whales flock to this bay, and sighting success rates are the highest in iceland. And if youve considered adding whale watching two your iceland itinerary, then youre in luck because im going to talk to you all about the tours today and everything that you would need to know to add this to your trip. However, many whales stay in the icelandic waters throughout the year. Book your online tour with us and support local businesses book your tour here. The north sailing office is located on the main boulevard of the town and is very easy to spot. Look for whales in their natural environment on a whale watching tour from husavik. I traveled there in august 2016 to conduct research for my masters thesis i wanted to interview husavik locals to better understand the dynamics of the community and uncover their perceptions of the role whale ecotourism plays for iceland and its whales. The first scheduled whalewatching tours in the whole of iceland started here, in the mid90s, following requests by passing tourists. Years ago, it was a major center for whaling, but these days, the hunters bring cameras and binoculars.
Husavik 3hour original whale watching tour husavik, iceland. If you need to find the perfect husavik tour then we have carefully selected the best of the best from husavik classic tours to more unique husavik tours. Most of the whale watching tours sail out from the old harbour in reykjavik as well as neighbouring areas in reykjanesb. Green whale watching husavik on the ecofriendly opal. We end this tour with a visit to godafoss on our way back to akureyri. After all the skjalfandi bay area is frequented by significant number of whales and hence makes it one of the best places to spot whales in iceland. It was a four hour journey at sea, from the husavik harbor to a region just below the arctic circle. Winter tours in iceland, summer tours in iceland, we have all the activities you may need on your travel to iceland. Climb aboard a traditional icelandic oak boat for a 3hour guided adventure.
Our tour selection combines of whale watching, northern lights by boat, puffin, rib and sea angling tours among other exciting adventures. Our whale watching tour there really are few things that beat the fresh smell of the ocean on a beautiful day in skjalfandi bay, aboard our traditional oak boats. Discover the magnificent nature of skjalfandi bay husavik where you can see whales, dolphins and sea birds in their natural habitat. Tours whales of iceland the largest whale exhibition in europe.
Iceland is a great place to go whale watching and in total there are 23 different type of whales in the waters around iceland. Now john is committed to organizing the ultimate iceland tours, based on his own experiences. Whalewatching visit husavik whale capital of iceland. Dec 19, 2017 we were going to north iceland and what a better place than husavik, europes whale watching capital to go whale watching. Whale watching from dalvik is operated in smaller groups than normally in iceland, which gives you the opportunity to enjoy the whale watching tour to its fullest. The town is known for whale watching tours in skjalfandi bay and is often referred to as the whale capital of iceland. This is what we do at gentle giants and welcome you to join us. On our way to flatey island, experience the beautiful surroundings of skjalfandi bay on board our rib speedboats. Whale watching is operated from various locations around iceland. Whale watching tours are often combined with sea angling and puffin watching. Whale watching husavik, iceland gentle giants whale watching.
Tours whale watching puffin tours boat tours 3hour whale watching from akureyri we drive from akureyri to husavik. But did you know that husavik is also the only place in iceland where. Husavik is the whale capital of the country, and gentle giants specifically has over 150 years of experience with whales in husavik. Before we get on the boat we visit the whale museum but then its on the boat for 3 hours. As substantial number of whales enter the bay area for feeding and breeding, whale watching is a major attraction of husavik. We can easily do a tour when we will already be in akureyi or reykjavik, but we would have to add a drive to husavik to do it there. Whales populate the area yearround due to the unique sea conditions. From may 1st august 20th, visitors will be able to see both whales and puffins. Classic whale watching from husavik day tours iceland travel. Husavik has become icelands premier whale watching destination, with 12 species coming here to feed in the summer. Most common whales are the minke whale and the humpback whale. Jan 22, 2017 whale watching in husavik, iceland north iceland two weeks in iceland travel vlog series day 8 our whale watching tour with north sailing in husavik, iceland. Flatey island is a natural haven for birdlife and is extremely rich and diverse.
Whale watching husavik iceland askja tours myvatn tours. Our tours have a 98% success rate for whale sightings thanks to the favorable icelandic waters. On a whale watching tour from reykjavik with special tours wildlife adventures you will be able to experience some of icelands rich and thriving bird life, as well as visit our large variety of sealife, including minke whales, humpback whales, harbour porpoises and whitebeaked dolphins among other whale species. Save by booking one ticket for whales of iceland and whale watching anywhere in. Whale watching tour in husavik iceland iceland with a view. On this tour, you will leave the harbor on a traditional icelandic oak fishing boat and try your luck at finding mostly minke whales, humpbacks and whitebeaked dolphins but other. The high season for whale watching starts in april and lasts until midoctober. As in all other whale watching spots in northern iceland, the main species seen in akureyri are humpback whales, though minke whale, dolphins and harbour porpoise can be spotted sometimes. From whale watching and snorkeling to glacier hiking, waterfalls, black sand beach, and hot springs, john has managed most of the best selling iceland tours and iceland packages for visitors of all ages, abilities and interests. Husavik has become iceland s premier whale watching destination, with 12 species coming here to feed in the summer. Since then, the industry has boomed and made husavik a household name, often branded the whale capital of iceland.
Whale watching husavik, iceland gentle giants whale. Elding is the original whale watching tour operator in reykjavik iceland, offering also sea angling, puffing watching and northern lights tours. Fishing and tourism are the main sources of income for the people of husavik. The ocean around iceland and in eyjafjordur has a variety of quality fish and we, as experienced fishermen, can almost guarantee that youll get a catch if you try. Other activities in husavik husavik is home to the husavikurkirkja church, a beautiful wooden structure built in 1907 and the civic museum for culture and biology, which amongst other things features a stuffed polar bear and ancient boats, bearing witness to the history of. Whale watching reykjavik tours, iceland special tours. Salka whale watching offers warm overalls, wifi, coffee and cookies free of charge and you can take your picture at the salka whale watching photo spot to share with friends and family.
Husavik is often referred to as the whale watching capital of europe. Jan 19, 2020 husavik is the whale watching capital of iceland. Whale watching tour in husavik iceland with north sailing. This 3hour activity has built a reputation for the town of husavik as the capital of whale watching in iceland. Whale watching tour in husavik iceland did you know that whale watching is one of the most popular tours in iceland. I know that husavik is quite known for its whale watching, but is it really that much better than watching from reykjavik or akureyi to warrant a special trip to that city just to do it. Gentle giants whale watching husavik all you need to know. Experience the gentle giants of husavik the whale capital of iceland.
Whale watching sea angling tours in north iceland whales. This tour departs from husavik village in north iceland. Our boats have a maximum capacity of 12 passengers. Best whale watching spots in iceland guide to iceland. Founded in 1993, we specialize in whale watching and sea angling. We bring you to the best places to watch whales in iceland. This tour has different starting times depending on day and season with four departures a day in june, july and august.
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