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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

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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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HONOURING THOSE WHO SAIL – SEAMAN'S DAY IN ICELAND

Sunday, June 1, 2025

The sea gives, and the sea takes—but above all, it connects us.Here in Iceland, especially in coastal towns like Húsavík, the ocean isn’t just a backdrop—it’s part of daily life. This is why Sjómannadagurinn, or Seaman’s Day, means so much.

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EVENING WHALE WATCHING IS BACK

Monday, June 2, 2025

There’s no better way to end a day than out at sea, watching whales while marvelling at the sunset! And now, we're turning that dream into reality! Head out onto the bay with us, into the golden hour and be carried away by the beauty of whales and dolphins beneath a painted sky.

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LOVERS OF THE SUN

Sunday, May 25, 2025

Since the start of May, the bay has been growing more vibrant by the day. More and more humpback whales have arrived, and the sight of migratory birds on the water continously increased. Among them is the Arctic tern—one of the most tireless wanderers on Earth.

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Awarded the Travelers’ Choice Awards 2024. We are proud to be the only whale watching company in Húsavík awarded by TripAdvisor in 2024 and for 13 consecutive years!

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