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Puffin Tour

1 hour 30 minutesWest IcelandLáki ToursFree cancellation on most tours

Set out from Grundarfjörður Harbour and sail to Melrakkaey Island , home to a lively colony of Atlantic puffins and a variety of other seabirds . During the tour, we cruise around the island to observe puffins in their natural environment and learn more about the birdlife found along the Snæfellsnes coastline. During the summer breeding season, puffins return to land after spending the winter out at sea, bringing their distinctive colourful beaks and markings back to Iceland. The scenery is an important part of the experience too. As we sail along the coast, you’ll have spectacular views of Kirkjufell and the dramatic mountains and landscapes surrounding the Snæfellsnes Peninsula. We approach Melrakkaey and its birdlife with care and respect , keeping our distance and allowing the birds to behave naturally without unnecessary disturbance. This 1.5-hour trip is a wonderful way to experience the birdlife and scenery of West Iceland from the sea.

Puffin Tour is a 1 hour 30 minutes experience run by Láki Tours in West Iceland, from 8.500 ISK per person. Set out from Grundarfjörður Harbour and sail to Melrakkaey Island , home to a lively colony of Atlantic puffins and a variety of other seabirds .

8.500 ISKfrom, per person
Duration
1 hour 30 minutes
Season
All year
Difficulty
Very easy
Pickup
Not included
Region
West Iceland
Travel by
Boat
Operator
Láki Tours

About this tour

Set out from Grundarfjörður Harbour and sail to Melrakkaey Island , home to a lively colony of Atlantic puffins and a variety of other seabirds .

During the tour, we cruise around the island to observe puffins in their natural environment and learn more about the birdlife found along the Snæfellsnes coastline. During the summer breeding season, puffins return to land after spending the winter out at sea, bringing their distinctive colourful beaks and markings back to Iceland.

The scenery is an important part of the experience too. As we sail along the coast, you’ll have spectacular views of Kirkjufell and the dramatic mountains and landscapes surrounding the Snæfellsnes Peninsula.

We approach Melrakkaey and its birdlife with care and respect , keeping our distance and allowing the birds to behave naturally without unnecessary disturbance.

This 1.5-hour trip is a wonderful way to experience the birdlife and scenery of West Iceland from the sea.

What to bring

  • Warm outdoor clothing
  • Warm headgear and gloves
  • Sturdy shoes (no heels and open-toe shoes)
  • We also recommend: Seasickness prevention, Sunglasses, Sunscreen, Camera, Binoculars

Good to know

  • This tour departs from the harbor in Grundarfjörður . Please arrive at the harbor, Nesvegur, 350 Grundarfjörður 15 minutes before departure .
  • Please check your email on the day of departure for any updates, as for example, time changes or cancellation due to unfavorable weather conditions.
  • Contact us:
  • Tel: +354 5466808 or email to booking@lakitours.com.
  • ALL OUR BOAT TRIPS ARE SUBJECT TO WEATHER CONDITIONS AND MINIMUM BOOKING NUMBERS
  • Cancellations 24 hours prior to scheduled departures will be refunded in full. Should a guest fail to arrive on the date of reservation, no refund is possible.

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Where it starts

Grundarfjörður, Iceland

Meeting point: Grundarfjörður Harbour, Norðurgarður, 350 Grundarfjörður, Iceland, Grundarfjörður

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Frequently
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How long is Puffin Tour?
The tour runs about 1 hour 30 minutes.
When does Puffin Tour operate?
It operates all year round, weather permitting.
How much does it cost?
Prices start from 8.500 ISK per person — the operator's price in the Tourdesk catalogue, updated weekly.
What is the cancellation policy?
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given. For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given* *Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred. Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io