Description
Summary
Description
See thousands of puffins up close on this private puffin watching tour from Seydisfjordur Port to Borgarfjordur Eystri. Designed for cruise passengers and small groups, this shore excursion combines easy wildlife viewing with dramatic fjord scenery, a flexible schedule, and a comfortable private ride.
This 6-hour tour takes you to Borgarfjordur Eystri, one of the best places in Iceland to see puffins up close. It’s a simple and stress-free way to experience Iceland’s famous seabirds while making the most of your limited time in East Iceland.
Your guide will pick you up directly from Seydisfjordur Port, so you can enjoy the experience without worrying about transport, directions, or timing. Since this is a private tour, the pace can be adjusted to your group, with plenty of time to enjoy the puffin colony before returning to your ship.
Seydisfjordur is a charming fishing village surrounded by steep mountains and a peaceful fjord. Take in the colorful wooden houses and scenic harbor views of East Iceland’s most picturesque coastal towns before heading into the countryside.
Before reaching the puffin colony, stop at Gufufoss Waterfall, an 88-foot (27-meter) cascade named “Steam Falls” for the mist rising from its waters. From the parking area, it is only a short and easy walk to reach the viewpoint, making it a relaxing stop for travelers of most fitness levels.
Continue through the remote landscapes of East Iceland toward Borgarfjordur Eystri, a remote village known for dramatic mountains, quiet fjords, and rich birdlife. From May to August, the long summer daylight adds extra time to enjoy the area’s landscapes, while your guide shares local stories and highlights scenic viewpoints along the way.
At Hafnarholmi Harbor, you will visit one of Iceland’s most accessible puffin colonies without strenuous hiking or boat rides. Thanks to the raised wooden viewing platforms, you can watch puffins nesting on the cliffs, waddling along the rocks, and returning from the ocean with fish for their young.
Between May and August, the puffins gather here in large numbers, often just a few feet away from the platforms. You may also spot other seabirds such as kittiwakes and fulmars along the same cliffs.
After your wildlife visit, you will return comfortably to Seydisfjordur Port with time to spare before your ship’s departure.
Book this private puffin-watching tour from Seydisfjordur Port for a memorable day among the wildlife and landscapes of East Iceland. Check availability now by choosing a date.
