BIRDWATCHING · REYKJAVIK BIRDWATCHING TOURS
Puffin boats leave from the old harbour and are back within the hour, which makes them the easiest booking in the city. These 15 compare boat type, how close they get and which ones bundle a whale search.
See Reykjavik’s puffins from a classic wooden boat, with island views, local birdlife, guides, binoculars, and a 100% sighting guarantee.
“You will see the puffins from a distence but there is nothing anyone can do about it. Participate it with realized expectation. Other than that was a good trip..”
Review of Reykjavik’s one-hour Akurey puffin cruise, with season tips, boat views, guide quality, pricing, and practical advice.
“We expect to get a refund seeing as we were given no directions on getting to tihis remote location. We finally took take a cab we charged 35.00 to find the office. We were 2 minutes late a trip had left with out us. It left early as we saw nothing in the parking lot someone must have taken our spot. Plus all other tours were filled for the rest of the day. I am happy to say we have been happy with Viator up to this point. Very reliable maybe it was this office plus personnel was very flippant. Helen and Larry Vierow”
Review of Reykjavik’s whale and puffin cruise combo, with boat details, wildlife odds, timing, value, tips, and booking advice.
“one of the highlights of my iceland trip. loved the guides and every minute of it.”
See Reykjavik’s puffins from the sea on a short Elding cruise, with binoculars, warm gear, birdlife, guide stories, and practical tips.
“This was a nice tour but I wish there were some binoculars offered because it was difficult to see morale than just blobs given that the birds aren’t very big.”
Review of Reykjavik’s 2-hour RIB tour for whales and puffins, with marine biologist guides, warm gear, fast boats, and practical booking tips.
“Because of bad weather the trip was moved around a couple of times. Good communication and service all around. When we went, a good weather window opened up, saw at least 8 humpback whales, 3 minke whales and a plethora of dolphins. It was epic! Loved the bouncing on the water btw!! Puffins were far away and not the best trip to see them…”
See Icelandic puffins up close on a fast RIB boat from Reykjavik, with warm coveralls, expert guiding, seabirds, and a one-hour bay cruise.
“We loved this! Excellent value for money. The guide was knowledgeable, funny and obviously loved her job! Anna was amazing!”
See Reykjavík’s summer puffins from a small boat, with binoculars, rain gear, live English guidance, and harbor views.
“Our trip got cancelled due to bad weather conditions. To cancel I received an email and they even phoned me to make sure I received the message. It was was we couldn't do they trip, but great service!”
See Reykjavík’s puffins from a fast RIB boat with warm gear, binoculars, expert guides, and a small group in Faxaflói Bay.
“Great way to see puffins in their natural habitat. We went in early July and there were puffins everywhere. Our boat drove to 2 islands right off the coast of Reykjavik and the larger island is home to 25k puffins during the summer! Our guide was very knowledgeable and shared tons of fun facts with our group. We also got a link to download photos that the guide had taken during our trip via email. It’s nice that they provide jumpsuits, gloves and goggles bc the wind can be brutal, even in July.”
Review of Iceland’s Westman Islands puffin and volcano tour, with ferry views, Eldfell, Elephant Rock, museum stops, costs, and practical tips.
“All in all it was great! The trip was expensive but worth every kroner. The puffins of course were amazing but I also saw whales and orka’s and seals from the boat and we visited many cool and beautiful highlights on the island. Lunch was not included but our guide made reservations for us at a restaurant that was genuinely inexpensive and had good food. Hands down best day of my stay in Iceland!”
Review of Reykjavik’s puffin and whale-watching combo, with boat details, wildlife odds, value, practical tips, and booking advice.
“This was a bundle of two separate trips. A longer boat ride to see whales (and we also saw lots of dolphins), and a shorter trip on a small boat to get up close to puffins. My daughter and I had a great time!”
Get close to Reykjavik’s puffins on a one-hour RIB tour with warm gear, small groups, live guidance, and practical booking tips.
“Worst experience. Saw no puffins. Only had a very fast boat ride in the harbor. Book another tour and save your money.”
Review of Reykjavik’s whale and puffin combo tour, with boat details, wildlife odds, comfort, timing, value, and practical booking advice.
“We toured mid August and while we did see some puffins (not a lot of them tho), and they were at such a distance in the water or flying. The pictures the tour company provided were nice, because it was difficult to see them. Wasn't really impressed with the puffin tour. Maybe another date when more are actually there. We did see puffins at the top of the Reynisdrangar Sea Stacks on the Reynisfjara Beach and you could actually see them. I'm really glad we saw them there. As for the whale watching tour... again not really impressed, we did see a humpback and followed it around for a bit,…”
Review of Reykjavik’s one-hour puffin cruise to Akurey Island, with binoculars, expert guides, port transfers, practical tips, and honest drawbacks.
“Loved seeing the Puffins floating on the sea near the island in the harbor where the covered boat had taken us. Our guide, Joel, was super nice and very knowledgeable regarding the Puffins. He also pointed out other unusual birds for that area.”
See Reykjavík’s puffin colonies on a one-hour boat trip with a live biologist guide, binoculars, city views, and a small 38-person group.
“Guide was helpful. Saw few puffins as they start to leave by this time.”
Ride a jet ski across Reykjavík Bay to see puffins, Viðey Island, Harpa, and the Imagine Peace Tower on a small-group tour.
“This was one of the highlights of our trip to Iceland! We lucked out with the early morning tour being just the two of us—felt like a private adventure! The jet skis were fast and handled amazingly, even with some big waves (which only made it more fun!). We saw lots of puffins up close—way more than expected. Our guide was fantastic: super friendly, full of interesting facts and fun info about the area and wildlife, and constantly checking in to make sure we felt safe and comfortable. He also allow us time to play around and even do donuts. The gear was top quality and kept us warm and…”
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