Iceland travel guide and tour reviews
Whales or dolphins, Iceland delivers. This Húsavík tour is built around a carbon-neutral promise and a traditional oak boat sailing into Skjálfandi Bay, where seabirds and marine life do the real talking. What I like most is that the experience mixes nature viewing with practical comfort: warm overalls are included, and the snack stop (hot … Read more
Warm water hits your shoulders fast. GeoSea is one of those Iceland stops where you go for the geothermal soak, then stay for the Skjálfandi Bay views. The pools use mineral-rich seawater warmed by the Earth, and the heat makes the whole place feel like a pressure-release valve after road trips and cold air. I … Read more
Cold air, big sea creatures, warm drinks. This Húsavík cruise is one of those Iceland experiences where the best moments come from patience: you’re out on Skjálfandi Bay in a traditional oak boat, scanning the water for whales and dolphins while puffins flutter around the edges of Puffin Island. Even when wildlife feels quiet at … Read more
Whales are the plan. The boat ride in Húsavík is the fun. This family-run tour cruises on a traditional oak boat, with guides who help you read the bay like a map—where to look, when to look, and what you’re actually seeing. It feels personal from the start, not like a cattle run. I especially … Read more
RIB speedboats turn whale watching into a sprint. This original Húsavík safari uses a modern RIB to cover more of Skjálfandi Bay, giving you a better shot at big whales while you also hit Puffin Island during nesting season. The idea is simple: move fast, listen closely, and stay warm so you can enjoy what … Read more
Whales feel close here, fast. This Húsavík speedboat tour runs out of Skjálfandi Bay on a small RIB with an expert guide, so when whales show up, you’re not stuck waiting like you would on a big ship. I love how the boat can cover a lot of water in a short time, which turns … Read more
Whales feel closer in Skjálfandi Bay. This Húsavík outing pairs a traditional Icelandic oak boat with live, on-the-water guidance as you scan the water around the bay for big names of the sea. You stay warm too, thanks to safety overalls and rain gear provided by the crew. I like the practical setup: you’re not … Read more
Whales are the main event here. This Húsavík whale-watching tour takes you into Skjálfandi Bay with live guide commentary, and you get warm overalls plus a real “treat on the way back” feel with hot chocolate and a cinnamon bun. I love that the crew tends to keep the boat moving carefully so wildlife isn’t … Read more