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Húsavík Whale Tours

Iceland’s whale capital: tours reach Húsavík, the country’s premier whale-watching town, where traditional oak boats head out into Skjálfandi bay. Superb chances to see whales.

31 rondreizen · prices per person, book with partner

Húsavík Whales in Akureyri — FAQ

Why is Húsavík famous?
It is Iceland’s whale-watching capital.
What whales can you see?
Humpbacks and, at times, blue whales.
How far is it from Akureyri?
About an hour by road.