Whale Safari and Puffins RIB Boat Tour from Húsavík | 2 hours

350 Reviews | Akureyri
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GG2 Big Whale Safari
2 Adults x $149.08
$298.16
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$298.16
Experience the Big Whale Safari & Puffins tour from Húsavík on board a RIB speedboat, with higher chances of finding the big whales. A visit to Puffin Island is included during the nesting period.

Inclusions / Exclusions

  • Mobile ticket
  • Offered in: English
  • Professional guide
  • Warm safety overalls (obligatory), and rain jackets if needed
  • Live commentary on board
  • Transportation to/from attractions (Tour departure is within walking distance from most accommodations in Húsavík)

Overview

On the RIB speedboats you get: -Less crowded boats -More personal experience -Higher chances of finding whales than on other boats -Great respect to nature and minimum environmental impact -Good memories and natural happiness -The truly locally owned family company in Húsavík

Meeting points

Meeting Point: Gentle Giants Ticket Center Directions: Look for the big blue flags in Húsavík Please arrive at least 40 minutes before scheduled departure to Gentle Giants Ticket Center.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Itinerary

Experience the original Big Whale Safari & Puffins from Húsavík – the Whale Watching Capital of Europe. Welcome aboard a RIB speedboat for a 2 hour fully guided adventure in search of the gentle giants of the ocean. Your chances of seeing whales are up to 99%.

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Additional Info

  • Public transportation options are available nearby
  • Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
  • Not recommended for pregnant travelers
  • Not recommended for travelers with poor cardiovascular health
  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels
  • Subject to favourable weather conditions. If cancelled due to poor weather, you will be given the option of an alternative date or full refund
  • Please bring warm and waterproof clothing
  • Minimum age is 8 years and minimum height 130 cm
  • The puffin season is from April 15th – August 15th approximately. More focus on whales outside the puffin season
  • A minimum number of passengers is required for all our tours. If the minimum number is not reached, we reserve the right to change or cancel departures, even with short notice. In such cases, customers are offered alternative options or full refund
  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Unfortunately, if no whales or dolphins are sighted on the tour, passenger refunds are not permitted. However, customers can receive a voucher to join a traditional whale watching tour free of charge, depending on availability
  • Not allowed for passengers with heart- or back problems or pregnant women

Free Cancellation

March 31100% refund
April 01No refund

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

  • For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
  • If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
  • Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
  • Cut-off times are based on the experience’s local time.
  • This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
Reviews

4.7

350 reviews

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