Húsavík whale safari and Puffin Island RIB boat tour
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Get on board the RIB and go in search of the gentle giants surrounded by a beautiful landscape. Don't miss a visit to Puffin Island to admire the Clowns of the Ocean up close.
Head out into the ocean on a RIB speedboat and go on a discovery of some some very special nordic wildlife.
Highlights
- Go in search of majestic beautiful big whales
- Visit Puffin Island and see the so-called "Clowns of the Ocean"
- Enjoy an adrenaline-filled boat ride and adventure
Description
In this tour you will go searching for whales and puffins.A speedboat gives you the ability to cover a bigger area as you go in search of these gentle giants. While you can spot some whales without leaving the bay, finding bigger ones requires you to travel a bit further out. A RIB boat is faster than the wind, which makes it more likely for you to...
What's Included
- A specialized guide, Warm safety overalls, Guided tour, Protective equipment, Safety briefing, Naturalist guide, Small group experience, Speedboat ride, Wildlife watching cruise
- Hotel pick-up/drop-off, Food and drinks
Important informations
- Instant confirmation Free cancellation Guided Tour Smaller Group Size Subject expert guide e-Voucher COVID-19 information: Government regulations compliant Where: Hafnarstétt 7, Húsavík, Iceland Meeting point: Your tour starts at the Gentle Giants Ticket Center. Look for the big blue flags and signs marked Gentle Giants. Please be at the meeting point to collect your tickets at least 40 minutes before departure. What to remember: The minimum age to take part in this tour is 8 years, and minimum 130 cm in heightPlease note: the tour on RIB speedboats is not allowed for passengers with heart or back problems, or pregnant womenIt is highly recommended that passengers bring their own warm and waterproof clothes, footwear and protective bags for cameras, as it can be cold and wet out at seaFor safety and comfort, the tour operator reserves the right to change schedules, even with short notice, should the weather or other conditions changeWhale watching tours take place in wild nature, which is very unpredictable, the chances of seeing whales are very high, but sightings cannot be guaranteed. If no whales (dolphins included) are seen on the tour, passengers are welcome to join a GG1 Whale Watching tour free of charge, depending on availability. Passengers can get a voucher for a free GG1 Whale Watching tour that is valid for the passengers of the original booking. The voucher is valid on tours where availability and bookings in advance cannot be made. The voucher validity is unlimited. No ticket will be refund if no whales (dolphins included) are seen on the tourThe puffin season is from April 15th to August 20th approximately
- It is the traveler's sole responsibility to have all the necessary documentation up to date, so research in advance everything that is required at the destination of your activity.
Care of Covid-19
Remember that with a pandemic, the documentation required may vary from place to place. Confirm what local authorities may require: proof of full vaccination, negative PCR test, and more. Find out what are the requirements of your destination and the location of the activity.
Oh, and don't forget to wear a mask, clean your hands often, and try to maintain social distance.