4 hour(s)
English
Included
Traditional oak boat “Old Skúli” for puffin watching
Shallow draught boat for close access to puffin islands
Knowledgeable guides share info on local birdlife
Choice of Classic or Express whale watching tours
€ 126.02
€ 115.94
Free cancellation and unlimited rescheduling leads to total flexibility while you plan your travels
Lowest Price Guarantee — no other provider offers this tour for less
Discover the unique opportunity to enjoy both whale watching and puffin watching right from the heart of Reykjavík. Just a short boat ride from the Old Harbour takes you to the nearby puffin islands, where you can observe these charming birds up close. The tour takes place aboard the traditional oak boat Skúlaskeið (“Old Skúli”), specially designed with a shallow draught to get close to the puffins’ nesting sites. Our expert guides will share fascinating facts about Reykjavík’s rich birdlife, making this an engaging and educational experience for nature lovers of all ages.
For the whale watching portion, choose between two types of boats—Classic and Express. The Classic boat is one of Iceland’s largest whale watching vessels, focusing on a comfortable and educational experience, while the Express catamaran offers a quicker cruise to and from the whale watching area, giving you more time on land. Both boats feature indoor and outdoor seating, restrooms, a cafeteria, and thermal overalls (children’s sizes available). Common sightings in Faxaflói Bay include humpback whales, minke whales, white-beaked dolphins, and harbour porpoises. These are two separate tours, so you can enjoy them on different days at your convenience.
Guided whale watching boat tour
Warm overalls for comfort
Free Wi-Fi onboard
Cafeteria and snack bar available
Restrooms on board
1-hour guided puffin tour
100% puffin sighting guarantee
Binoculars provided during puffin tour
Gratuities
Dress warm
Dress warmly and wear sturdy shoes
Bring a camera for puffin and whale sightings
Children must be accompanied by an adult
Confirmation will be received at time of booking
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Great tour - we really enjoyed ourselves. Nice calm conditions and a very stable vessel meant no sea sickness despite a substantial breakfast! The modern vessel was very clean & tidy with no engine fumes plus strong eco-credentials using biofuels & carbon off-setting which is excellent. We saw lots of interesting wildlife around Puffin Island including seals and the guide was very knowledgeable and engaging, answering all our questions. Travelling under the bridges and along the Menai Straight we got a completely different perspective especially of the immense tidal energy, plus a good look at some interesting waterside properties - take your binoculars! We would highly recommend the Seacoast Safaris full 2hr tour if you’re visiting the Beaumaris area and this is certainly the only type of ‘cruise’ I’d consider going on! 🦭
Brilliant boat trip to Puffin Island - Highly recommended 👍 Booked this boat trip for my Dad's 70th birthday and we all really enjoyed it, unfortunately the Puffins had migrated but we were aware of this before we booked and there were plenty of other birds and a couple of seals. Eleanor curated the trip and her knowledge and experience was first class and she was very helpful and friendly which really added to our enjoyment of the boat trip, Thank you.
Coming to Beaumaris this has to be on your bucket list. What an amazing experience feel the wind through your hair with this adrenaline fueled adventure. £35 per Adult that is worth every penny. Ben our Top gun Pilot / Skipper was brilliant. Articulate, funny and extremely knowledgeable. Lewis and Aaron is at the top of the pier who arranged our trip so a massive thankyou to them for fitting us on at short notice. As Seacoast Safaris were that busy we couldn't do Puffin Island so we jumped on to the Menai straight tour. Booking on line would be advised to guarantee your tour and time slot as they are really busy. Upon being issued your life vest your guided down to the mooring at the top of the pier where you will meet your pilot / Skipper but before your off there's a indepth safety brief. Upon boarding there's a quick run through on points of contact and storage for belongings. Then your ready as they said on TOP GUN !! DO YOU FEEL NEED !! THE NEED FOR SPEED !! Well you've come to the right place. This tour was exhilarating we thoroughly enjoyed every minute. As you fly down the Menai at speed there's short stops to get your breath back and learn a little about the sights you are passing. From the Menai bridge, Britannia bridge, Bangor pier and the million pound mansions located along shore. One big thankyou to BEN, LEWI and AARON that made our visit so memorable we will definitely be coming back to Seacoast Safaris to do Puffin Island in the near future. This was and amazing experience that will last in your memories for a life time.
Our tour guide was cheery and informative. I definitely learned some new things. The seals were great. I know they can’t control the puffins but it was disappointing to only see one during peak season. Booking and check in friendly and straightforward. The tour was about the right length for me - I got off before the sea sickness set in. Be aware that you will most likely be outdoors so take sun hats or raincoats depending on the weather!
I’ve been on the Puffin Island boat tour a few times over the last few years and have enjoyed it every single time! It’s easy to book online, reasonably priced, and always a great experience. The crew are friendly and knowledgeable, pointing out wildlife along the way — from seabirds to seals. Make sure you bring your camera, as there are plenty of photo opportunities! Whatever time of year you go, wrap up warm — it can get chilly out on the water. It’s a fun and memorable activity for all ages, and dogs are welcome on board too, which is a big plus. Highly recommend if you’re visiting the area!
