Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Puffin Sightseeing Cruise
At a glance
Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Puffin Sightseeing Cruise is a 1h guided experience in Reykjavik, Iceland, operated by Special Tours Iceland. Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 73 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor. Prices start from $62.80 per person, and free cancellation is available. Included: Roundtrip transfer from Skarfabakki Harbour: pickup 30 minutes before departure and dropoff after, Binoculars to use on board, Expert guide on every tour.
Highlights
- Hotel pickup included
- Free cancellation for flexible planning
- Wheelchair accessible
Quick facts
- Duration
- 1h
- Group
- Small group, up to 33 travellers
- Languages
- English
- Pickup
- Hotel pickup included
- Confirmation
- Instant confirmation
- Ticket
- Mobile or paper ticket accepted
- Cancellation
- Free cancellation (see policy)
Overview
When your cruise ship docks at Reykjavik Port, take a 1-hour shore excursion to Akurey Island to see where one of Iceland’s largest colony of puffins live! Choose from four different start times, and after a 15-minute cruise, glide around the island, seeing its puffins and other native bird life like Black Guillemots and Arctic Terns. Learn about the captivating wildlife from an onboard guide and then return to Reykjavik.
What's included
What's included
- Roundtrip transfer from Skarfabakki Harbour: pickup 30 minutes before departure and dropoff after
- Binoculars to use on board
- Expert guide on every tour
Not included
- Food and drinks
- Gratuities
Itinerary
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Choose from one of four start times, and then leave the city behind as you glide away from the capital on your 1-hour puffin sightseeing cruise! The rocky little outcrop of Akurey Island is your destination – home to some of Iceland’s most unspoiled scenery as well as a large colony of nesting puffins. The cruise there takes roughly 15 minutes and as you travel, your on board guide will keep you entertained with tales of the island’s fascinating geology and wildlife.
As you near the island, cruise around it, admiring the hills and slopes while keeping an eye out for the colorful bird life that abounds. The shoreline is rocky, but your modern sightseeing boat is specially designed to get as close in as possible, enabling some of the best close-up views of puffins and other native seabirds; Northern Fulmars, Arctic Terns and Black Guillemots are just a few species that have made the island their home.
After circling Akurey Island, the captain of your boat will turn the engine off, allowing you to enjoy the peace and quiet of Iceland’s natural treasures. Pose for photos in front of a backdrop of rolling hills and get ready to capture pictures of seabirds nesting or diving into the sea for food. You will return to Reykjavík's Old Harbour, where your transfer back to Reykjavik's Port will be waiting for you.
Worry-free Shore Excursion:
We will ensure your timely return to Reykjavik for this activity. In the rare event your ship has departed, we will arrange for transportation to the next port-of-call. If your ship is delayed and you are unable to attend this activity, your money will be refunded. See our terms and conditions for full details.
Meeting point
Please be ready at the bus area in the port and be on the lookout for a Special Tours minibus.
Good to know
- Wheelchair accessible
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Specialized infant seats are available
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Please note that complimentary transfers are only applicable for passengers from Skarfabakki Harbour. Miðbakki (the alternative dock) is a very short walk to the departure point for this tour.
Cancellation policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Frequently asked questions
How long does the Reykjavik Shore Excursion: Puffin Sightseeing Cruise take?
The experience lasts about 1h.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from $62.80 per person. The final price depends on the date, time and number of travellers, and is confirmed on Viator before you pay.
What's included?
Roundtrip transfer from Skarfabakki Harbour: pickup 30 minutes before departure and dropoff after; Binoculars to use on board; Expert guide on every tour.
Where does it start?
Please be ready at the bus area in the port and be on the lookout for a Special Tours minibus.
Can I cancel?
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Which languages is it offered in?
It is guided in English.
Is it worth it?
Travellers rate it 4.2 out of 5 across 73 reviews on Viator and Tripadvisor, which places it among the top-rated experiences in Reykjavik.
