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HÚSAVÍK – THE WHALE CAPITAL OF ICELAND
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160 YEARS OF FAMILY HISTORY IN THE BAY
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VISIT THE GENTLE GIANTS OF HÚSAVÍK
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WELCOME ABOARD
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97-99% SIGHTINGS IN THE PAST YEARS ON AVERAGE
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SUPPORT TO NATURE
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FIVE GENERATIONS IN SKJÁLFANDI BAY
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RESPONSIBLE WHALE WATCHING
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FLATEY ISLAND – THE ORIGINALS
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CLOSER TO PURE NATURE

Bestsellers From Húsavík

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BESTSELLER

GG1 Whale Watching

GG1 Whale Watching

Discover the charm of our authentic tour on board traditional Icelandic oak boats from Husavik, the Whale Capital of Iceland.
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BESTSELLER

GG2 Big Whale Safari & Puffins

GG2 Big Whale Safari & Puffins

Experience the original RIB speedboat whale watching tour in Iceland with higher chances of finding whales and top safety.
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COMBO TOUR

GG3 Whales & Horses

GG3 Whales & Horses

Combine two adventures – the traditional Husavik whale watching and riding an Icelandic horse in stunning landscape.
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GG4 Flatey Island

GG4 Flatey Island

Experience the paradise of Skjálfandi Bay in all its glory with unique nature and rich birdlife. Tailor made adventures to Flatey Island.
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GG5 Sea Angling

GG5 Sea Angling

Catch your own fresh meal out on Skjálfandi Bay on this fishing tour – we provide you with a 100% catch guarantee.
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GG6 Puffins Exclusive

GG6 Puffins Exclusive

Embark on a one hour express tour from Husavik to Puffin Island to see the puffins – the Clowns of the Ocean.
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GG Tailormade Tours

GG Tailormade Tours

Create your own private adventure from Husavik, Iceland – welcome to give us an idea of your tailormade tour.

Book With Confidence

Why choose Gentle Giants for your Iceland whale watching experience?

  • The truly locally owned family company
  • 160 years of family history in the bay
  • Awarded for excellence
  • Very high safety standards
  • Great respect to nature and wildlife
  • Code of Conduct for responsible whale watching
  • Highly experienced and qualified crew
  • Boats with modern eco-friendly engines
  • Discounts in Húsavík for customers
  • Free cancellation up until 24 hours
  • Choose to pay in advance or on arrival
  • Change your booking at any time online

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JOB APPLICATIONS OPEN FOR 2026

Wednesday, November 12, 2025

Join the Gentle Giants "Blue Family" At Gentle Giants, we’re incredibly proud of our diverse team — a mix of local and international staff from all walks of life, united by one shared passion: whales and the ocean.

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WHISPERS OF WINTER

Friday, November 7, 2025

Early winter has a way of slowing everything down and turning Skjálfandi Bay into a gentle wonderland. The short days give the light a soft, almost magical touch. Sometimes you can see the sun and moon together in the sky, casting a delicate blaze of colours over the water.

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BACK ON THE WATER

Tuesday, November 4, 2025

After six days of stormy weather and rough seas that kept us ashore, we finally left port again today morning! The weather had that cold, wintery feel — but with nearly no wind and calm, crisp air, it was a beautiful day to be back out at sea.

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Húsavík Whale Watching TripAdvisor Traverlers' Choice Best of the best

Rated the Best Whale Watching in Húsavík

Awarded the Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025. We are proud to be the only whale watching company in Húsavík awarded by TripAdvisor in 2025 and for 14 consecutive years!

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