Puffin Express Cruise

If you love bird-watching and adventure, taking a Puffin Express Cruise to the rocky islands of Lundey and Akurey near Reykjavik should definitely be on your itinerary. Just a short 15-minute boat ride from Reykjavik's Old Harbour, the islands have small hills and slopes and are famous for their colourful puffin birds.

About 30,000 puffins nest on the islands off the coast and an hour-long tour gives you a closer look at the native Icelandic birds. The tour guide appointed by your operator will share more information about Puffins and other bird species commonly seen during the watching tours. Some of the other birds you might spot include Northern Fulmars, Gulls, Arctic Terns, and Black Guillemots. Binoculars are usually provided on board but make sure you do not forget your camera! Along with the guides, an audio guide in five languages -- English, German, French, Spanish and simplified Chinese -- is also available for visitors. There are multiple departure times available throughout the day so you can choose the one that fits you best. From May to August each year, the Puffins make their nests on the island. Boats circle the islands a few times before the engines are turned off so that you can enjoy the bird life.