Reykjavík2h 30m
Sky Lagoon Transfer
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About this activity
Chase Iceland's most beloved seabirds on a high-speed RIB boat from Reykjavík's Old Harbour, reaching remote islands and sea cliffs within minutes. With just 12 passengers per vessel, you'll enjoy intimate wildlife viewing and expert narration about puffins, auks, gannets, and other North Atlantic seabirds in their natural habitat.
Leaving from the Old Harbour in Reykjavík, this is the ultimate puffin adventure tour operated on our RIB speedboats.
The summer is the best time to experience the birds and wildlife of the bay and islands just outside Reykjavík City. Puffins, auks, gannets and an incredible variety of other sea birds dominate the skies and sea cliffs just a few minutes sailing from the Old Harbour.
But that is not all: this tour is operated in our custom made RIB boats. Each boat can only seat 12 passengers so this is a personal tour where you travel with a small group.
The boats are specially designed to get you as close as possible to the islands and when possible we can switch the engines completely off to give the birds (and you) some peace and quiet to enjoy nature. During the tour your guide and captain will tell you interesting facts and tales about the puffins and the surroundings.
On this up close & personal tour each boat only seats 12 passengers so you have plenty of time to ask your guide any question you have about the charismatic puffins and the other Icelandic sea birds.
Our RIBs are also the fastest boats in the harbour, meaning that on a short tour you will spend the majority of you time with the birds.
Highlights
- ✓Spot Atlantic puffins, razorbills, and gannets on dramatic sea cliffs
- ✓RIB speedboat gets you to wildlife spots faster than larger tour boats
- ✓Small group of max 12 passengers for closer encounters and fewer crowds
- ✓Engines can be cut for silent nature observation when wildlife is near
- ✓Knowledgeable captain and guide share Icelandic bird facts and local stories
Insider tips
- ★Book early morning tours when sea conditions are typically calmest and bird activity peaks
- ★Wear waterproof layers and secure loose items—RIB boats offer minimal wind protection and can create spray in choppy seas
- ★Position yourself on the side of the boat facing the sun for better wildlife photography and visibility
- ★Bring seasickness medication if prone to motion; the speed and open design mean more exposure to wave movement than larger vessels
Good to know
- •Tour duration is 1 hour; factor in 15–20 minutes for boarding and safety briefing at Old Harbour
- •RIB boats are unenclosed; dress warmly even in summer, as wind chill at sea is significant
- •Minimum passenger numbers may apply; tours can be cancelled in severe weather or high winds
- •Life jackets provided; passenger weight/mobility restrictions may apply due to RIB seating design
Who it's for
Wildlife photographers and birdwatchers seeking close-range puffin encountersSmall group travellers and couples wanting personalized, intimate toursAdventure seekers comfortable with open-air speedboats and faster-paced excursionsFirst-time Iceland visitors wanting an iconic natural experience near the capital
Best time to visit
June to August offers peak puffin breeding season and the most reliable sightings. Early morning departures (7–9 a.m.) provide calmer seas, better light for photography, and more active birds before midday heat.
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