Puffin Watching Boat Cruise from Downtown Reykjavík to Engey, Akurey or Lundey
by Elding Whale Watching
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
The Puffin Watching Boat Cruise departs from downtown Reykjavík at the Old Harbour. The tour lasts between one hour and one and a half hours. Passengers board a small boat that travels to one of three nearby puffin islands - Engey, Akurey, or Lundey - depending on tides and weather conditions. These islands are protected nature reserves, so landing is not allowed. The boat approaches as close as possible to the shore to allow viewing of thousands of puffins during their breeding season. Binoculars are provided on board, or guests may bring their own. Other bird species such as eider ducks, arctic terns, guillemots, and cormorants can also be seen, and seals may occasionally appear. During the cruise, the boat passes notable Reykjavík landmarks including the Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and the Sun Voyager sculpture, offering views of the city from the water. The crew provides live commentary in English about puffins and local wildlife. Photos may be taken by the crew if available. Raincoats are included to protect against weather. When conditions allow, the boat’s engines may be turned off so passengers can listen to natural sounds. The tour depends on weather and sea conditions. The boat deck can be slippery, so sturdy footwear is recommended. The fleet has limited accessibility due to steep stairs and thresholds between decks and facilities. Food and drinks are not provided but can be brought or purchased on board. Pickup and dropoff are not included but can be arranged for a fee. Guests are advised to bring a tripod and zoom lens for close-up photography, although binoculars are available on board.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Old Harbour
Participants meet at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík and board a small boat for the puffin cruise.
Puffin Islands near Reykjavík
The boat sails to one of three puffin islands—Engey, Akurey, or Lundey—depending on tides and conditions. Visitors stay on the boat as landing is not allowed since these are nature reserves. Binoculars can be borrowed or brought for birdwatching. The islands host thousands of puffins during the summer breeding season.
60 min
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
On the return journey, the boat passes Reykjavík landmarks including the Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and the Sun Voyager sculpture, providing views of the city from the water.
Meeting point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
End point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.
Additional info
Puffin Watching Boat Cruise from Downtown Reykjavík to Engey, Akurey or Lundey
by Elding Whale Watching
Choose from 1 available option
How do you want to book?
✓Confirmation before Wed, 9 Sept - card's only charged if it's a yes. If it's a no, still time to book on Viator.
Book on Viator Confirmed right away, but you pay full price.$130Overview
The Puffin Watching Boat Cruise departs from downtown Reykjavík at the Old Harbour. The tour lasts between one hour and one and a half hours. Passengers board a small boat that travels to one of three nearby puffin islands - Engey, Akurey, or Lundey - depending on tides and weather conditions. These islands are protected nature reserves, so landing is not allowed. The boat approaches as close as possible to the shore to allow viewing of thousands of puffins during their breeding season. Binoculars are provided on board, or guests may bring their own. Other bird species such as eider ducks, arctic terns, guillemots, and cormorants can also be seen, and seals may occasionally appear. During the cruise, the boat passes notable Reykjavík landmarks including the Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and the Sun Voyager sculpture, offering views of the city from the water. The crew provides live commentary in English about puffins and local wildlife. Photos may be taken by the crew if available. Raincoats are included to protect against weather. When conditions allow, the boat’s engines may be turned off so passengers can listen to natural sounds. The tour depends on weather and sea conditions. The boat deck can be slippery, so sturdy footwear is recommended. The fleet has limited accessibility due to steep stairs and thresholds between decks and facilities. Food and drinks are not provided but can be brought or purchased on board. Pickup and dropoff are not included but can be arranged for a fee. Guests are advised to bring a tripod and zoom lens for close-up photography, although binoculars are available on board.
Highlights
What's included
What's not included
Itinerary
Old Harbour
Participants meet at the Old Harbour in Reykjavík and board a small boat for the puffin cruise.
Puffin Islands near Reykjavík
The boat sails to one of three puffin islands—Engey, Akurey, or Lundey—depending on tides and conditions. Visitors stay on the boat as landing is not allowed since these are nature reserves. Binoculars can be borrowed or brought for birdwatching. The islands host thousands of puffins during the summer breeding season.
60 min
Harpa Concert Hall and Conference Centre
On the return journey, the boat passes Reykjavík landmarks including the Harpa Concert Hall, Hallgrímskirkja Church, and the Sun Voyager sculpture, providing views of the city from the water.
Meeting point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
End point
Meet us in the ELDING ticket office located at Ægisgarður 5c by the Old Harbour district in Reykjavík. Once at the pier, simply follow the red colour to find us! Be sure to arrive at least 15 min. before departure to ensure enough time to check in and to board the boat.
Languages
Cancellation policy
- Cancel at least 24 hours before start for a full refund.