East Iceland Shore Excursion from Seydisfjordur with Puffins, Reindeer, and Gufufoss Waterfall

Step off the ship and straight into the summer landscapes of Iceland's Eastfjords on this guided day tour from Seydisfjordur Cruise Port, crafted exclusively for cruise passengers. Atlantic puffins, roaming reindeer, a village steeped in folklore, and a hidden waterfall are all packed into a 6-hour excursion designed to make the most of your time ashore.

This Eastfjords summer tour takes the stress out of your time ashore. A professional English-speaking guide meets you directly at the cruise port, shares local knowledge throughout the journey, and manages the full itinerary from start to finish. You travel in a comfortable vehicle with free Wi-Fi on board, and return to Seydisfjordur Cruise Port is guaranteed at least 60 minutes before your ship departs.

The first stop is Borgarfjordur Eystri, widely considered one of Iceland's finest puffin viewing areas. Dedicated platforms bring you close to Atlantic puffins as they nest among the coastal cliffs, and your guide shares the natural history of these beloved seabirds.

Puffins return to Iceland each summer from May through August to breed, making this one of the top spots in the country to see them.

The tour then visits a local reindeer park in the Eastfjords, where you can get close to Icelandic reindeer and learn about their place in the region. Norwegian settlers introduced reindeer to the eastern highlands in the 18th century, and the Eastfjords population remains one of the only herds in Iceland today. Your guide shares the story behind this rare wildlife encounter.

Next, the itinerary takes you to Alfaborg, the legendary Elf Rock that holds a central place in Icelandic folklore. According to local tradition, this prominent outcrop is home to the hidden people, or alfar. A short village walk nearby reveals a traditional turf house, a small white church, and a swing perched above the fjord with panoramic views of the surrounding mountains and water.

The day rounds off at Gufufoss Waterfall, a powerful cascade tucked within a narrow gorge deep in the Eastfjords.

Though often compared to Skogafoss Waterfall in scale and drama, Gufufoss remains almost entirely off the tourist trail. This waterfall stop gives you a sweeping, crowd-free finale before your guide returns you to Seydisfjordur Cruise Port with time to spare.

Do not miss this guided Eastfjords tour from Seydisfjordur, where puffins, roaming reindeer, Icelandic folklore, and a hidden waterfall combine for an unforgettable shore excursion timed perfectly around your cruise. Check availability now by choosing a date.