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Puffin Express

  • 1 hour
  • One-hour puffin-watching boat tour
  • Reykjavík · Geirsgata 11
  • Tickets from age 0
  • Operated by Special Tours

Overview

A one-hour guided boat trip from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour to observe the seasonal puffin colonies of Lundey or Akurey.

Travel from Reykjavík’s Old Harbour to the bird islands of Lundey or Akurey on a shallow-draft boat. The crew slows near the colony and a guide identifies puffins and other seasonal seabirds.

Departure, route and access may change with weather, natural conditions and the captain or guide’s safety decisions. Check availability for your travel date when booking.

Itinerary

The shape of your day

3 stops

The itinerary may change when weather, sea conditions or safety considerations require it.

  1. Old Harbour departure

    Check in at Geirsgata 11 and board the dedicated puffin-watching vessel.

  2. Bird-island viewing

    Cruise to Lundey or Akurey, using the provided binoculars while the guide explains the colony and other birds.

  3. End

    Return to Reykjavík

    Return to the Old Harbour after approximately one hour.

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Tour areaReykjavík

What's included

Included

  • One-hour guided puffin cruise
  • Use of binoculars
  • Purpose-built shallow-draft boat
  • Wildlife guide and crew

Not included

  • Hotel transfers unless added at extra cost
  • Food and drinks

Know before you go

  • Meeting point: Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík.
  • Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.
  • Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult.
  • Activity level: Very easy.
  • Wear warm layers, weatherproof outerwear and sturdy footwear suited to conditions on the water.
  • Puffins are seasonal wild birds. Route, island access and sightings depend on nature and operating conditions.
  • Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.

Frequently asked

How long is the experience?

Duration: 1 hour. Weather, wildlife and transfer conditions can affect the finish time.

Where do I meet the operator?

Geirsgata 11, Reykjavík. Arrive in good time before the confirmed departure.

Is pickup included?

Pickup is not included and may be added for a fee when booking; otherwise meet at the stated harbour address.

Who can join?

Suitable for children using the correct ticket category. Children must remain with a responsible adult. Activity level: Very easy. All listed safety restrictions apply.

Are wildlife or Northern Lights guaranteed?

Puffins are seasonal wild birds. Route, island access and sightings depend on nature and operating conditions.

What is the cancellation policy?

Cancellation is free until 24 hours before departure; cancellation within 24 hours receives no refund.

Special Tours

Special Tours operates sea adventures from Reykjavik city centre with over 20 years of experience. Whale Watching tours are operated year round, with additional tours consisting of Northern Lights by Boat, Puffin Watching, Sea Angling, RIB Express Whale Watching and a New Years Fireworks Cruise. Special Tours Wildlife Adventures is known among passengers and partners for its ambitious & hard working team, aiming for great adventures for every tour and for every client...

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