Húsavík Essentials

Húsavík, known as Iceland's whale watching capital, centers around its historic harbor where traditional wooden boats depart for Skjálfandi Bay. The town features the 1907 Húsavíkurkirkja church, a distinctive wooden structure, and the Geosea geothermal baths, which utilize heated seawater. Cultural sites include the Safnahúsið museum’s maritime and natural history exhibits, while the 417-meter Húsavíkurfjall mountain and the bright orange Húsavíkurviti lighthouse provide vantage points over the Arctic coastline.

Gentle Giants

Whale watching operator utilizing traditional Icelandic oak boats and modern RIB speedboats for marine wildlife tours.

Geosea

Geothermal sea baths featuring infinity pools filled with mineral-rich, heated seawater overlooking Skjálfandi Bay.

Húsavík Port

The town's central maritime hub, serving as the departure point for whale watching tours and traditional fishing vessels.

North Sailing

Tour operator known for its fleet of restored wooden schooners and eco-friendly electric boats. Includes an onsite cafe.

Húsavíkurkirkja

Cross-shaped wooden church built in 1907. Designed by Rögnvaldur Ólafsson, it is noted for its unique white and green facade.

Gamli Baukur

Harbor-side restaurant located in a reconstructed wooden building, specializing in local Icelandic seafood.

Húsavíkurviti

A 12-meter-tall bright orange lighthouse built in 1956, situated on the cliffs north of the town center.

The Culture House

Regional museum featuring maritime history, local archives, and a significant collection of Icelandic bird specimens.

Húsavíkurfjall

A 417-meter mountain overlooking the town, offering hiking trails with views of the bay and the Kinnarfjöll mountains.