In a nutshell

A boat trip for birdwatching enthusiasts: immense colonies of puffins will pose for some sensational photos.

Main stops

The programme

We set off in our little boat for Melrakkaey Island, a vast, approximately 70 km² nature reserve off theGrundarfjordur, famous for its large colony of Puffins, Iceland's iconic birds.
During the summer, an immense puffin colony nests on the cliffs and basalt columns of Melrakkaey, a protected paradise for many other bird specis as well, including guillemots, cormorants, seagulls, razorbills...
As we sail past the island cliffs, we can see row upon row of little birds, perching on the edges of the cliffs, posing for a big group photo. With the bird colonies behind us, we can admire Mount Kirkjufell, one of Nature's miracles rising in front of us on the tip of the Snæfellsnes peninsula. A lovely little waterfall splashes its feet as it rises sheer and sharp above the surrounding waters that mirror it. The mountain chain and the impressive Mount Helgrindur provide a breathtaking backdrop to the tiny picturesque village of Grundarfjörður.
We'll have to keep our eyes peeled on the return journey: we could meet the Gentle Giants of the Ocean, the whales, and let them spray us as we watch them dance around us.

Good to know

Places on this excursion are limited. We recommend booking early.
This excursion includes an English speaking guide.
Sightings of the marine birds depend on the season and weather conditions and cannot be guaranteed after mid August.