Whale & Puffin Watching
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Port
Husavik, Iceland
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Activity Level
Easy
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Excursion Type
Local Sightseeing,14,All
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Wheelchair Accessible
No
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Starting At
$189.95
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Minimum Age
Information Not Currently Available
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Duration
4 Hours
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Meals Included
Meals not included
A three-hour cruise on a traditional wooden fishing boat introduces you to the magnificent nature and wildlife of Skjálfandi Bay -- a chance to observe whales and dolphins, puffins and other seabirds in their natural habitat. The boat has been carefully restored and adapted to its new role without compromising its original character.
You will circle Lundey Island (Puffin Island) -- home to about 100,000 puffins during their breeding season. Watch for massive flocks of these and other birds nesting on the shore. The puffins arrive in mid-April every year and stay until the end of August. Around 60% of the world's puffins breed in Iceland -- you're in the right place to see these comical characters.
Husavík is one of the best places in the world to see the minke whale. Normally quite timid creatures, here, they've been known to approach boats and surface right alongside, often appearing to take as much interest in people as we do in them. Boisterous white-beaked dolphins and harbor porpoises frequent these waters, and sometimes humpback and other large whales are spotted also.
Notes:
Views are weather permitting. Wildlife sightings are likely but are not guaranteed. Participants must walk 400 - 800 yards each way to board the whale-watching boat. Wear sturdy non-skid, waterproof walking shoes. Stepping onto the boat can be slippery; the boat's deck can be slippery. Dress warmly in layers with a windproof and waterproof outer layer; bring a warm hat, gloves and a scarf. Bring a warm down (or similar) jacket; wear long thermal underwear and several layers of wool and/or polypro (no cotton) as it is very cool out on the water. Jeans are not allowed.