Reykjavík Premium Puffin Watching

Operated by Elding Adventure at Sea

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Duration:1 hour

Travel by:Boat

Difficulty:Moderate

Min. age:10+ years

Meeting point:Elding's ticket office

About this experience

Departing from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, this is the fastest and most convenient way to see puffins and embark on the ultimate puffin adventure! The tour is available during the puffins' breeding season, typically from late April to mid-August.

Summer is the ideal time to witness the vibrant birdlife of the bay and islands just outside Reykjavík. Puffins, auks, gannets, and a stunning variety of other seabirds fill the skies and cling to the sea cliffs just minutes from the Old Harbour, right in the heart of the city.

What makes this tour truly special is the use of our custom-made RIB boats, designed to bring you as close as possible to the islands. Whenever possible, we turn off the engines completely, allowing you and the birds to experience the tranquility of nature. Throughout the tour, your naturalist and captain will share fascinating facts and stories about the puffins and the beautiful surroundings.

Highlights

Bird Watching
Boat Tours
Islands
Nature & Scenery
Outdoor Activities

What's included

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

Good to know

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 self inflating 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.

Make your own way to the Old Harbour for check-in at least 30 minutes before the scheduled departure. The tour lasts about 1 hour and requires a minimum of 4 passengers to operate. 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, weigh less than 140 kg 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.

Meeting point

Elding's ticket office

Ægisgarður 5c, Reykjavík

Cancellation policy

For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*

*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.

Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Tour operator

Operated by

Elding Adventure at Sea

Questions & answers

How long is the tour?

1 hour

Where does the tour start?

Elding's ticket office, Reykjavík

Is hotel pickup available?

No — guests must make their own way to the meeting point.

Is there a minimum age?

Participants must be at least 10 years old.

From

12,450 ISK

per person

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Cancellation policy

For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io

Tour operator

Elding Adventure at Sea