Why choose Gentle Giants for your Iceland whale watching experience?
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Sumardagurinn Fyrsti. In Iceland, summer begins today. According to the old Icelandic calendar, where the year is divided into just two seasons, the first day of summer falls on the first Thursday after April 18. There’s also a long-standing tradition: if temperatures drop below freezing on the last night of winter, it’s seen as a good omen for a warm and prosperous summer ahead.
››MoreToday morning we welcomed the first blue whale of our 2026 whale watching season as it made a graceful round through Skjálfandi Bay. Witnessing the majesty of the blue whale, the largest animal ever known to have lived on Earth, is always a truly unforgettable moment.
››MoreThese last few days, we’ve had some beautiful spring weather, with the sun finally showing up for us out on Skjálfandi Bay. And as the temperatures slowly rise, the snow has started to melt as well — bringing a whole new vibe! Besides that, after humpback whale Morrigan appeared earlier this month, another individual was spotted yesterday afternoon on Sylvía’s way back to port.
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Rated the Best Whale Watching in Húsavík
Awarded the Travelers’ Choice Awards 2025. We are proud to be the only whale watching company in Húsavík awarded by TripAdvisor in 2025 and for 14 consecutive years!
