Puffin Watching Boat Tour from Reykjavik

See puffins by boat just off the Reykjavík Shoreline

Seeing a puffin in real life is one of the quintessential experiences when visiting Iceland. Puffins are a symbol for Iceland in the eyes of many, having become inextricably linked with the country in recent years. Indeed gift-stores aimed at visitors are known locally as lundabúð or puffin stores.

Experts estimate that up to 60% of the Atlantic Puffin population spend part of the year in Iceland. That adds up to 8-10 million puffins! Indeed the largest nesting puffin colony in the world can be found on the Westman Islands. Puffins come to Iceland sometime in May and depart for warmer climes in August. When not mating or nesting on land in Iceland, puffins spend much of their lives at sea.

So why not join the Puffin Express boat tour and get a closer look at these remarkable creatures. Operated on the specially designed vessel Old Skuli and guided by experts with more than two decades of experience, this is the easiest and most convenient way to view puffins in their natural habitat. You will be sure to learn all about puffins with these experts.

This tour is operated by Special Tours.
Starting point
Reykjavik
Duration
1 hour
Accomodation
Not included
Difficulty
Easy
Live tour guide
English
Qualified, energetic and fun guides for the best adventure!
We take immense pride in our exceptional team of local guides who are professionals, experts, and friendly. Their goal is to make your tour unforgettable.
From
7490 kr.

Tour highlights & itinerary

This is what awaits you
What's included & excluded
  • Binoculars are provided on board
  • Travel aboard the specially designed boat
  • Experienced guide & friendly crew on every tour!
  • Free retry in the unlikely event of an unsuccessful tour.
  • Pickup is not included but is available for an additional charge
Important information
  • In the unlikely event that you don´t see puffins during your tour, you are welcome back for a free retry.
  • This tour is operated by our trusted partner Special Tours. Download the Special Tours app to enjoy guidance in English, German, French, Spanish and Chinese.
  • Cancellation policy: Cancellation fee of 100% if cancelled 24 hours or less before departure
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