Silent Whale Watching from Húsavík
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Availability
May - September
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DURATION
3 Hours
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Difficulty
Very Easy
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Pickup
No
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Minimum Age
None
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Price
ISK 13.990
Tour Highlights:
- Humpback Whales
- Minke Whales
- Blue Whales
- Killer Whales
- Puffins
Included:
- Expert whale watching guides
- Hot chocolate and cinnamon buns
- Warm 66° North overalls and raincoats if needed
Silent Whale Watching Tour in Húsavík
Húsavík is known as the Whale Watching Capital of Iceland. The town sits on the edge of Skjálfandi Bay in North Iceland. It offers small-town charm, dramatic scenery, and rich wildlife. Visitors who come here should not miss the chance to experience whales in their natural habitat.
The Silent Whale Watching Tour takes you directly into Skjálfandi Bay. Instead of using a traditional vessel, you sail on an electric, eco-friendly boat. The engine runs silently and leaves no carbon footprint. Because the boat makes no noise, the whales experience little disturbance. This creates a peaceful atmosphere and helps you connect with the ocean in a more sustainable way.
As the boat glides across the bay, you can watch some of Iceland’s most famous whales. Humpback Whales often breach close to the surface. Blue Whales, the largest animals on earth, also feed in these waters. Minke Whales appear frequently, and lucky visitors sometimes spot Fin Whales, Sperm Whales, or even Orcas. The area is also home to playful White-Beaked Dolphins, which often race alongside the boat.
The silence of the vessel makes the tour truly special. You hear the sound of seabirds overhead and the splash of whales breaking the surface. Without the constant hum of an engine, you feel closer to nature and the rhythm of the sea. Many travelers describe this quiet encounter as one of their most memorable moments in Iceland.
For those seeking adventure with minimal impact on the environment, this tour is an excellent choice. The Silent Whale Watching Tour from Húsavík offers a blend of sustainability, comfort, and excitement. It lets you enjoy Iceland’s marine life while protecting the fragile ecosystem of Skjálfandi Bay.
Frequently Asked Questions
No, this tour is a meet-on-location tour. The meeting point is at the Húsavík harbor.
We recommend dressing as warmly as possible before heading out. Bringing a hat/cap, gloves and sunglasses is highly recommended. Wear good, comfortable shoes – sandals are not recommended.
Keep in mind that it can often be quite cold staying out at sea for three hours.
If necessary you can borrow a raincoat and warm overalls on board.
No, but hot chocolate and cinnamon rolls are offered on the way back to the harbor.
You are of course welcome to bring your own refreshments on the boat.
As whales are wild animals, a sighting of them can never be guaranteed. However, this area offers an excellent chance of a sighting and whales are seen on most tours.
In the unlikely event that you do not see whales on your tour, you will be offered another chance to go on this tour free of charge.
In this area, Humpback Whales, Minke Whales, and Blue Whales are spotted regularly. Many other species of whales are sighted here as well, although they may not make regular appearances. These include for example Sperm Whales, Fin Whales, Pilot Whales, Sei Whales and more.
Although this tour is not specifically a puffin watching tour, it is likely that you will see puffins if you are traveling during the puffin season.
Puffins can usually be sighted between the months of April and August.
Many other bird species inhabit this area and you will surely see some beautiful seabirds during the tour.
If you are interested in a tour that is more focused on puffin watching, you may want to take a look at the Whale and Puffin Watching Tour which also departs from Húsavík.
Yes, on this tour a sustainable approach to nature is combined with professional crew who are specially trained in responsible conduct with the whales. By using an electric boat, this is a great opportunity to go whale watching while reducing your carbon footprint down to zero.
No, there is no age limit on this tour. It’s a great choice for all types of travelers, including kids.
Reservations can be canceled 24 hours prior to departure without penalty. Cancellations received less than 24 hours prior to departure are non-refundable.
Cancellations must be submitted in writing to info@iat.is.
Please be mindful of possible time zone differences. Iceland is in the GMT time zone and cancellations must be submitted at least 24 hours before departure in Icelandic local time (GMT).
If you do need to cancel your tour, we recommend that you contact us as soon as possible.
This tour departs from the Húsavík harbor. Húsavík is located in North Iceland, approx. 80 minutes drive from Akureyri and approx. 1 hours drive from Lake Mývatn.
