Scenic 1-Hour Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar with Transfer from Heimaey Harbor

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The Elephant Rock on Heimaey island can only been seen from the sea.
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From: Westman Island harbor, Tangagata 7

Description

Summary

Tour starts
Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands)
Duration
1 hour
Difficulty
Easy
Languages
English, Icelandic
Available
May - Sept.
Minimum age
6 years old
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Description

Explore the caves, monoliths and coastal beauty of the Westman Islands. This boat tour is an exciting way to explore this little travelled part of Iceland.

This tour begins at the harbour on Heimaey, the only populated part of the islands. Here, you will be provided with a floatation suit and life jacket, for warmth and safety, before boarding a speedboat and setting out for your hour-and-a-half long exploration.

You will visit many incredible sites very few others have the chance to see as you whizz across the waters of the Atlantic. There are five coastal caves, for example, that you will visit and enter, one of which, called Klettshellir and is renowned for its acoustics.

You will also see a bizarre rock formation in a cliff that uncannily resembles the face of an elephant.

Lovers of wildlife will rejoice on this tour. If taken before September, you will see thousands of nesting Atlantic Puffins. The Westman Islands have the highest proportion of these adorable birds out of anywhere in the world. You will see them on the isles and rocks with their lifelong partners, protecting their burrows, and in the waters, where they are feeding. 

Because of the size of your speedboat, you will be able to approach the puffins very closely without being a disturbance, so you can properly admire their charming, colourful features.

There is also a great chance you will spot whales on your trip. The Westman Islands have bountiful waters, with a lot of life, drawing all sorts of creatures, most notably Orcas and the second-largest species ever to live on earth, Fin Whales. Of course, you also may see Blue, Minke and Humpback Whales, as well as White-Beaked Dolphins and Harbour Porpoises.

Witness the many islands and thriving wildlife of Vestmannæyjar on this boat tour from Heimaey. Check availability by choosing a date.

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Included

Float suit
Life jacket

Activities

Caving
Whale Watching
Sightseeing
Boat Trip
Bird watching

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Attractions

Vestmannaeyjar (Westman Islands)
Heimaey
South Coast

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Get access to the VIP Club
Booking with us gives you access to the Guide to Iceland VIP Club, where you’ll enjoy priority service, special perks, and exclusive discounts for amazing savings on your trip at Iceland’s top restaurants, shops, and local favorites.
Explore with confidence
From the moment you arrive to the moment you leave, we’re here to take care of you. Whatever you need, whenever you need it, we’re just seconds away, 24/7, ready to help you make the most of your time in Iceland.

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Not recommended for people with back problems or are pregnant. We go through all the safety guides prior to going on board and everyone gets a float suit and life jacket.

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