We went out this morning with young and adventurous passengers onboard. On our way north along the coast we bumped into a typical Icelandic fisherman who proudly showed us some of his catch. From there we continued to Puffin Island where there is always action.
It was not until the log exhaled that Daniel, guide onboard Faldur this morning, realised that is was something quite more exciting than driftwood that they had found. There was no log but two logging (heavenly breathing, possibly sleeping) humpback whales.
My day on Skjálfandi Bay has indeed been very successful. On both tours we had good weather and lots of whales! It started of this morning when captain Bessi and I went on the first trip after the storm.
Today the weather is much better than yesterday; The sun is breaking through and the sea is calmer. Faldur went out at 9:45, and half an hour later Daniel spotted what they all had hoped for; A blow in the distance.
Except for scheduled tours, Gentle Giants also does tailor made trips – any idea is a good one. The other evening we had staff from Restaurant Salka onboard Faldur, who wanted to spend an hour trying their luck with the fishing rods.
Hereby, we would proudly like to introduce to you our newest addition to the fleet; Amma Sigga. A RHIB (Rigid-Hull Inflatable Boat) which arrived to Húsavík this afternoon. It was welcomed home by media, locals and the lucky staff of Gentle Giants.
Some days ago we moved into our new Ticket Centre which is looking better day by day. Our carpenters are still around fixing final things here and there but soon their project is over. Bendi and co at VAL have done a great job! During my day today selling tickets I have proudly welcomed both travellers and locals in to admire our new comfortable working environment.
When looking out of the window this morning I saw what no whale watching guide wants to see; the thickest fog you can imagine.Our passengers were optimistic and wanted to take the chance despite our warnings and meant that ”One thing is for sure: We won't see any whales if we stay on dry land”.
We have all been looking forward. Everyone knew it was just a matter of days; on every tour keeping one eye in the bay searching for the ”expected whales”, and one eye searching for a blow on the horizon further out.
April has been a month of success; both regarding whales, weather and passenger numbers - all above our expectations. No trip without whales so far which means a great start of what we hope will be another great season.
