Reykjavík Premium Puffin Tour One-day tour

Description

Leaving from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, this is the ultimate puffin adventure tour! We arrive at the islands before other operators so we can enjoy an uninterrupted visit to the puffins and seabirds of the Faxaflói Bay.

Duration: 1 hr.
Available: 1 May - 20 August
Departure times:
24 April - 30 April at 09:00 & 16:00
1 May - 31 May at 09:00, 13:00 & 16:00
1 June - 20 August at 9:30, 10:30, 11:30, 12:30, 13:30, 14:30, 15:30, 16:30 & 17:30

(Availability summer of 2020 is only on a few select dates, see calendar)

The summer is the best time to experience the birds and wildlife of the bay and islands just outside Reykjavík city. Puffins, Auks, Gannets and an incredible variety of other sea birds dominate the skies and sea cliffs just a few minutes sailing from the Old Harbour. 

But that is not all, this tour is operated in our custom made RIB boats. They are specially designed to get you as close as possible to the islands and when possible we can switch the engines completely off to give the birds (and you) some peace and quiet to enjoy nature. During the tour your guide and captain will tell you interesting facts and tales about the Puffins and our surroundings. 

PLEASE NOTE
*This tour has a minimum of 2 passengers. If the minimum is not met, we will offer you to reschedule or get a full refund.
*We do not any assume responsibility for accidents which are caused by our customers or can be traced to their own actions.
*Participants will need to sign a waiver before undertaking the trip.
*You need to make your own way to the harbour since the tour does not offer pickup.

*This tour is operated by our sister company Whale Safari*

What´s Included

• 1 hour expertly guided puffin watching tour on a RIB boat.
• Small Group - only 12 passengers with expert guide & captain.
• High quality suspension seats for extra safety and comfort.
• Panoramic views of Reykjavík.
• We supply warm overalls, goggles and all necessary safety equipment.

What to bring

Please dress according to weather and remember to bring a hat, gloves and sturdy footwear. You will be required to wear our thermal overalls (available up to size 3XL), as well as a life vest for the duration of the tour.

You are welcome to bring your sunglasses, phone or camera on board, but do so at your own risk. Bags are not permitted on the RIB boat, so ensure that whatever you bring with you fits around your neck or in your pocket! You can store your belongings in our office while you are on the tour.

Additional information

Make your own way to the Old Harbour for check-in at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. The tour lasts 2 hours from start to finish and requires a minimum of 2 passengers for the tour to proceed. If the minimum is not met, you will have the option to reschedule or receive a full refund.

For safety reasons, participants must be at least 145 cm tall and able to stand comfortably in our saddle-like seats. The tour may not be suitable during pregnancy and is not recommended for those with a history of back or knee injuries. Please consult with your doctor prior to booking this tour. Keep in mind that you are required to sign a safety waiver prior to departure, confirming that you are physically fit.

We abide by a Code of Conduct for responsible wildlife watching, thus each encounter is on the animals' terms and distance may be kept to minimise disturbance.