Puffin and Wildlife Boat Tour

Overview

Available languages

English

1 hour 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

This trip offers the perfect opportunity to capture stunning photos of puffins as we get close to the cliffs of the islands, all while ensuring minimal disturbance to the birds. Your experienced local captain, with a deep connection to the area and years of navigating these waters, will guide you through Breiðafjörður bay, sharing insights about its wildlife and history.

We’ll sail around the island, marveling at the striking basalt columns, before heading to a spot where seals are often seen. On the return journey to Stykkishólmur, keep an eye out for remarkable wildlife, including eagles and dolphins that also inhabit the bay.

With only a few seats available on each tour and a limited number of departures per day, this is an intimate experience that fills up quickly. Don’t miss your chance to explore the breathtaking Breiðafjörður bay—reserve your spot today!

Additional Info

Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

Service animals allowed

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What To Expect

Join us for an unforgettable puffin-watching experience along Iceland’s breathtaking coastline. On this guided tour, you'll have the chance to see large puffin colonies nesting on dramatic cliffs, while enjoying stunning views of the surrounding sea, nearby islands, and unique rock formations. Along the way, keep an eye out for other seabirds that call this area home. This tour offers a great way to connect with Iceland’s incredible wildlife and natural beauty.

1 hour • Admission Not Applicable

What‘s Included

Puffin tour

Snacks

Options

Puffin and Wildlife Boat Tour

Reviews

5.00

4 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Fantastic boat trip. ...
Steven F,,Jul 30, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00
Fantastic boat trip. Many many close up birds. Great captain and knowledgeable guide. 100% recommend.
Family Friendly Tour with Great Stafc
BKinBerkeley,,Jul 29, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
Amazingly nice staff. Tour was perfect for our group: 3 adults and 4 kids (8 yo and younger). Saw puffins, seals, and eagles. 10 out of 10 would recommend
Don't miss this bird and wildlife cruise!
491geraldm,,Jul 21, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
If you want to see bird and wildlife, this is the tour to do. The captain (whose family owns one of the large islands you visit) was very helpful and had lots of information. There were only 6 of us, which made getting around the boat easy. SO MANY BIRDS!! Even Sea Eagle and Parasitic Jaeger, and a few Gray Seals.
PUFFINS!
roryf65,,Jul 9, 2025
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00
OH MY GOODNESS! What an incredible tour. We couldn’t recommend this tour more. I can’t believe how many puffins we saw. Seriously! SO MANY PUFFINS. We also saw white tailed eagles and seals (among many other birds!) and our captain was fantastic! He and his family have been in the area for many generations, so it felt like we were getting a true insiders perspective. Must do it you’re in the area!