Húsavík in 1 Day for Friends - 2-hour RIB whale-watching cruise in Skjálfandi Bay (small-group RIB format)
In Collaboration with Húsavík Adventures. Updated on February 16, 2026.
A focused small-group RIB boat whale-watching experience from Húsavík harbour to Skjálfandi Bay. Fast RIB boats (max 12 passengers) with an expert guide and captain. Warm suits and life jackets provided. Puffin sightings possible ca. 15 Apr–15 Aug; outside that period the tour focuses on whales and other marine life.
This itinerary was created in collaboration with Húsavík Adventures, inspired by the tour Big Whales & Puffins RIB boat tour. Please check the tour information during your booking process.
Highlights
- 2-hour RIB whale-watching cruise in Skjálfandi Bay (small-group RIB format)
- Max 12 passengers per boat with an expert guide and captain
- Warm immersion suits and life jackets provided on board
- Puffin season approx. 15 April–15 August; other months focus on whales and porpoises
Itinerary
Day 1
Meet at the operator's harbour building in Húsavík for check-in, safety briefing and a 2-hour RIB cruise in Skjálfandi Bay.
Whale Watching — RIB boat (Skjálfandi Bay)
Meet at Húsavík Adventures (North Sailing building) on the harbour. Arrive 30 minutes before the boat departure for check-in, safety briefing and to be fitted with a warm immersion suit and life jacket. Board a RIB (max 12 passengers), then a 2-hour guided RIB cruise in Skjálfandi Bay searching for humpback and minke whales, dolphins, porpoises and (in season) puffins. Return to the harbour at the end of the cruise.
Tips from local experts:
- Arrive 30 minutes before the scheduled departure time at Húsavík Adventures (Hafnarstétt 11) to check in and be fitted with a warm immersion suit and life jacket.
- If you are prone to seasickness, take motion-sickness medication at least 30–60 minutes before departure; RIB boats are fast and can be bumpy.
- Bring a waterproof camera or a phone in a waterproof pouch and a small dry bag for personal items; use a moderate telephoto (100–300mm) if you want closer wildlife photos.
Itinerary Attributes
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| Highlights | 4 |
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| Persona | Friends |
| Transfers | - |
| Restaurants | - |
| Total Activities | 1 |
| Total Places | 1 |
| Activities Types | Experience |
