Traditional Oak Ship Whale Watching Tour From Husavik

Posted By : Cestmir_K
We seen the whales. We have been happy.Good buy.i will visit you also next time. Nice to be in Island.
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Posted On : 2023-12-01 13:20:05

Posted By : kathleenkayn
This is one of the highlights of our Iceland trip and it never disappoint. The Nirth saioing team rocks especially their marine biologiats who provided us some insights. One the the best sights to sip hot choco and eat cinnamon bread is whale watching. My friends and I love it so much! Definitely one of the books! #corememory
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Posted On : 2023-11-01 21:32:19

Posted By : Haley_R
Amazing experience! We were able to see a pod of 6 hump whales together. Our 4 year old loved it and the crew was helpful finding overalls and a warm spot on the boat.
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Posted On : 2023-10-23 13:23:23

Posted By : 610dcd
Many reviews out there about Whale Watching being awesome. My review is distinctly the opposite, and I am sure there are other people who agree with me.

Booked this company as they offered Eco Friendly Silent Whale Watching. About a week before the booking, got an email saying boat was in repair, would have to book regular tour. Tour cancelled due to bad weather. Went to rebook when in Husavik and asked about silent boat. They said that wasn't happening anymore, though they still advertise it.

Decided to book that afternoon, as they said next day might be iffy. First red flag. Arrive at the boat, and it's hailing (not their fault of course). All clients are herded onto the boat, where we have to take off our shoes, put on coveralls (mine had no zipper pull) and heavy raincoats (husband's didn't even have a zipper that worked). Second red flag.

Off we go on the tour, and the sea is SO rough, I thought we really shouldn't be out there. Boat is pitching all over the place. Husband is throwing up over the side of the boat (as were a lot of people). Some were just sitting with their eyes closed waiting for it to be over. I try to stand up to see anything, and the boat lists crazily to the left. I go flying against the side of the boat (twice, and likely cracked a rib) and have to struggle to get back to seat.

The people on the boat (the agile ones not throwing up) were like a pack of hyenas with a fresh kill. Every time they announced a sighting, everyone piled to that side of the boat. If you were sitting down (as we were), or not fast enough to get there first, you saw nothing. Needless to say, we saw nothing. Couldn't wait to get off the boat.

Was this tour good value? No. Did we feel safe? No. Would we recommend it? No. Save your money and go to the Whale Watching Museum. It's very well presented, warm and dry.

This may well be an opinion in the minority, but something people should think about before they sign up for this.
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Posted On : 2023-10-06 15:38:31

Posted By : dorianr709
Great crew, very helpful, fantastic explanation by the marine biologist.
I do recommend North Sailing!
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Posted On : 2023-10-05 14:47:41

Posted By : Brent_P
Great warm clothing offered, excellent commentary and the whales……..we saw at least 7 different whales and the hosts were very respectful for the peace of whales when feeding.
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Posted On : 2023-09-30 07:20:58

Posted By : David_S
The crew and the instructor were very knowledgeable and made our sail extremally pleasant and descriptive. We were lucky to enjoy a magnificent view of the whales.
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Posted On : 2023-09-29 08:29:17

Posted By : duagwilson
I went with my three children, between 10 and 16 years old, and we all had such a great time.
The team was so knowlegable and as a conservationist I really felt they put care for the animals firs and foremost.
Hot chocolate was a huge bonus too!
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Posted On : 2023-09-26 07:41:28

Posted By : JosefPace
Very well planned and guide was well prepared and provided a lot of information on whales. We managed to see Humpback whales and Orcas too during our trip. The hot chocolate and the sweet treat on our way back were welcome too.
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Posted On : 2023-09-25 12:27:57

Posted By : Monica_M
Loved the naturalist on board. She was very informative and passionate about her work. Crew was friendly and helpful.
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Posted On : 2023-09-24 13:08:27