Strengthening Connections in the North Atlantic This autumn, Gentle Giants Whale Watching attended the 40th edition of the Vestnorden Travel Mart, held in Akureyri — a major tourism trade event in the North Atlantic region connecting tourism suppliers from Iceland, Faroe Islands and Greenland with buyers around the world.
Join the Gentle Giants "Blue Family" At Gentle Giants, we’re incredibly proud of our diverse team — a mix of local and international staff from all walks of life, united by one shared passion: whales and the ocean.
Early winter has a way of slowing everything down and turning Skjálfandi Bay into a gentle wonderland. The short days give the light a soft, almost magical touch. Sometimes you can see the sun and moon together in the sky, casting a delicate blaze of colours over the water.
After six days of stormy weather and rough seas that kept us ashore, we finally left port again today morning! The weather had that cold, wintery feel — but with nearly no wind and calm, crisp air, it was a beautiful day to be back out at sea.
October has continued to deliver remarkable whale sightings, with numerous humpback whales showing up in Skjálfandi Bay. What’s especially exciting is, once again, the number of known individuals that have remained in the area throughout the month.
As the end of the month is nearing, this is your final chance to join one of our thrilling RIB speedboat whale watching tours before the boats are taken ashore to rest for the winter! With their incredible speed and agility, these boats offer an unforgettable perspective on Skjálfandi Bay’s marine life.
October, so far, has treated us to some truly beautiful days on the water — crisp air, golden light, and plenty of wildlife encounters to make each trip memorable. We’ve been especially lucky with the number of humpback whales around these weeks.
Working as a guide means spending countless hours out at sea, witnessing incredible moments most people never get to see.
We’ve been having an incredible time out on the water lately — with plenty of humpback whales all around us! Over the past few days, even though they’ve been shifting their location slightly each day, about ten individuals have often been spotted in close proximity.
Although the current season isn't over yet and our boats are still heading out for whale watching daily until the end of November, preparations for next year have already begun. For those of you planning your trip to Iceland in 2026, you can now explore our sales manual, get inspired, and even book your whale watching tours for next season.
