Whale watching and Science in Skjálfandi Bay from Húsavík, Iceland

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Fitness level: Everybody welcome
Duration: 3.5 hrs
Spoken languages: English, Icelandic
Cancellation policy: flexible More info

Activity description

Get a unique experience of Iceland: join this incredible whale-watching and learn about the marine life in Skjálfandi Bay near Húsavík!

Whales are magnificent creatures and play an essential role in the marine ecosystem. Thanks to a team of scientists and experts you will learn everything about whales and how they contribute to the marine life of Iceland. 

This incredible whale watching and Science in Skjálfandi Bay will start from Húsavík, where you will meet up with your guide and the rest of the group. After hopping onboard their beautiful ship, your guide will brief you about the activity. Once everyone is ready, you’ll sail away from Húsavík. As you sail through the stunning waters of northern Iceland, your guides will teach you how whales live and how they contribute to the marine ecosystem - keep an eye on the water to spot some whales! During this whale-watching tour, your guide will teach you about the impact of microplastics in the ocean in order to prevent and protect the area.

Thanks to this 3.5-hour whale watching and science in Skjálfandi Bay from Húsavík, you’ll take part in the mission of scientists and professionals and get a closer look at the Icelandic marine ecosystem.  

Now is your chance to reserve a spot on this amazing whale watching and Science in Skjálfandi Bay from Húsavík and live an unforgettable fun and scientific experience in Iceland!

Offer Description

Join this incredible journey and learn about the marine ecosystem thanks to this Whale watching and Science in Skjálfandi Bay from Húsavík, Iceland!

Course of events

- Meet your guide at North Sailing - Garðarsbraut, 640 Húsavík, Iceland 15 minutes before the start of the activity.
- Briefing.
- Whale Watching.
- Microplastic analysis.
- Debriefing. 

Activity requirements

- Please arrive at the meeting point 15 minutes before the start of the activity.

Special terms

- This activity is weather-dependent. If the weather does not allow for the activity to take place, we will contact you to reschedule or receive a full refund.
- Wild animals are unpredictable; we cannot guarantee that you will see them during this activity.

Included
  • Guide
  • Hot chocolate and cinnamon buns
  • Marine reserch expert
  • Microplastic analysis
Excluded
  • Photos and video
Do not forget to bring
  • Warm and waterproof clothes
  • Water
  • Camera
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Meeting point
North Sailing - Garðarsbraut, 640 Húsavík, Iceland Get directions

Cancellation policy

Cancellation 4 days or more prior to the agreed activity date
You will be automatically refunded for the full amount for the activity
4 days
Cancellation between 48 and 96 hours prior to the agreed activity date
You are entitled to a 50% refund
48 hrs
Cancellation 48 hours or later prior to the agreed activity date
No refund will be possible
Weather Guarantee
Regardless of the date, if the activity is cancelled due to bad weather conditions, you will be offered a refund or the chance to reschedule