Puffin Express: 1-Hour Close Encounter with Adorable Birds

The journey

Trip highlights

• 01 1-hour puffin-watching cruise from Reykjavík
• 02 Look for puffins on the water, on nearby land, and in flight
• 03 Guided boat tour with binoculars provided on board
• 04 Departs from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour
• 05 Great short wildlife experience close to the city
• 06 Shared boat operation designed to reduce environmental impact

Set out from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour for a one-hour puffin-watching cruise and get closer to one of Iceland’s most charming seabirds. With their colourful beaks, dark eyes, and unmistakable character, puffins are a delight to spot as they rest on the water, gather on nearby land, or fly overhead.

This short wildlife experience is ideal for travellers who want a memorable time on the water without leaving the city for long. Guided on board and with binoculars provided, you’ll have the chance to enjoy close-up views while taking in the coastal scenery around Reykjavík.

At a glance

What this trip includes

Duration 1 Hour

Tour type Shared

Activity level Easy

Accommodation Not included

Transport Not included

Wheelchair access Not applicable

City Reykjavik

Languages English

Day by day

The itinerary

1

Day 01

Special Tours

The route

Where you'll travel

The fine print

Trip details

What's Included

• Guided boat tour
• 100% Sightings
• Binoculars provided on board!
• We get you extra close!

What's Not Included

Please note: Hotel transfers are available for an additional cost.

Know before you go

• Sunscreen, comfortable footwear, and a long-lens camera are advisable for capturing stunning photographs of the puffins.

Logistics

Meeting & route

Meeting point

Special Tours, Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík

Tour start

Special Tours, Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík

Tour ends at the same location as the start point.