Take 01
2020
Eurovision Song Contest: The Story of Fire Saga
Husavik harbour, town centre, surrounding coast
66.0449°N, 17.3389°W
Husavik
Professional film production services in Husavik, Iceland. Our local team provides comprehensive support for commercials, documentaries, and feature films in Europe's whale watching capital.
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Scene 01 — Filmed Here
Notable Productions in Husavik
Take 02
2021
Whale Wisdom (BBC documentary)
Skjalfandi Bay, whale watching grounds
Take 03
2019
Wild Iceland (Nat Geo)
Husavik coast, Asbyrgi canyon, Dettifoss
Take 04
2021
Katla
North Iceland villages, remote coastline
Scene 02 — Locations
Filming Locations in Husavik
From landmark monuments to hidden quarters — every district scouted and permit-mapped.
landmark
Husavik Harbour & Whale Museum
Traditional fishing harbour with whale watching boats, the Husavik Whale Museum, and colourful waterfront buildings. The backdrop for the Eurovision film.
Skjalfandi Bay (Whale Watching)
Prime whale watching waters where humpback whales, blue whales, and dolphins are regularly spotted. Boat-based filming with experienced local operators.
Moderate
Asbyrgi Canyon
Horseshoe-shaped glacial canyon in Vatnajokull National Park, about 65 km from Husavik. Lush vegetation enclosed by towering cliff walls — an otherworldly setting.
Moderate
Dettifoss Waterfall
Europe's most powerful waterfall, featured in the opening scene of Prometheus (2012). Raw volcanic landscape about 75 km from Husavik.
Moderate
Town Centre & Church
The iconic Husavikurkirkja wooden church (1907) sits at the heart of the small town, surrounded by traditional Icelandic houses and the local culture museum.
Skjalfandi Bay
One of Iceland's best locations for whale watching, with humpback whales, blue whales, and dolphins. Puffin colonies on nearby Lundey Island during summer months.
GeoSea Geothermal Baths
Clifftop infinity pools overlooking Skjalfandi Bay, fed by natural geothermal seawater. A visually stunning location combining nature, architecture, and Arctic seascapes.
Scene 03 — The Case for Husavik
Why Film in Husavik
- ✓ World-class whale watching and marine wildlife filming opportunities
- ✓ Authentic small-town Icelandic character with colourful harbour setting
- ✓ Gateway to remote North Iceland wilderness and volcanic landscapes
- ✓ 35% film reimbursement for productions filming outside the greater Reykjavik area
- ✓ Midnight sun in summer provides continuous natural light for extended shoots
Scene 04 — Logistics
Transport & Logistics
Airports AEY (90 km via Route 1) · HZK (3 km from town) ▼
Akureyri Airport (nearest) (AEY) — 90 km via Route 1
Rental carPrivate transfer
Husavik Airport (HZK) — 3 km from town
TaxiRental car
Local Transit bus · taxi ▼
bus
Seasonal bus service connects Husavik to Akureyri. Very limited schedule.
Crew tip: Rental vehicles (4x4 recommended) are essential. No public transit to remote filming locations like Dettifoss or Asbyrgi.
taxi
Very limited taxi service. Pre-booking essential.
Crew tip: Self-drive rental vehicles are the only practical option for crew transport. Book early in summer season.
Production Parking good · Permits required
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Free parking available throughout Husavik and at major natural attractions.
Contact Husavik municipality for any road closure or reserved parking needs during shoots.
Getting Between Locations ▼
Husavik to Asbyrgi is about 65 km (1 hour). Husavik to Dettifoss is about 75 km (1.5 hours). Husavik to Akureyri is 90 km (1 hour).
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Plan Your Husavik Shoot
From permits and crew to equipment and logistics — we handle everything on the ground so you can focus on capturing Europe's whale watching capital.