Puffin Tour by RIB Speedboat — Express Tour from Reykjavík

Reykjavik, Iceland

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5+ bookings last month.

1 hour (approx.)
Offered in: English

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Overview

After the elves, puffins are Iceland’s most adorable inhabitants. See them without wasting too much time on the water on this small-group tour by rigid inflatable boat (RIB) from Reykjavik. Your craft has a shallow draft so can get right up close to the island’s rocky shores and moves fast for an exhilarating ride. Provided overalls, gloves, and goggles keep you warm, while lifejackets keep you safe.

Learn about puffin habits and other seabirds from your guide
A small group means more opportunity to ask questions
Suspension seats ensure a more comfortable ride than on typical RIBs
This compact tour is perfect for travelers short on time in Reykjavik

What's Included

Warm overalls, lifevests, gloves and goggles
Expert guide - guidance in English
Suspension seats for extra comfort!

Hotel transfers (available for an additional fee, typically 3490 ISK)
Food and drinks

Meeting and Pickup

Meeting point

Reykjavík by Boat
Ægisgarður 5F, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland
Please make your way to the Ægisgardur 5F, a wooden building marked REYKJAVIK BY BOAT. We kindly ask that you arrive at least 30 minutes prior to departure, as you will need time to go over safety issues, get dressed in the overalls and go over instructions with your guide before boarding.

End point

This activity ends back at the meeting point.

Start time
.12:00 pm

Ticket Redemption Point

Ægisgarður 5, 101 Reykjavík, Iceland

Itinerary

Lundey

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Additional Info

Confirmation will be received at time of booking
Not wheelchair accessible
Near public transportation
Not recommended for travelers with back problems

Not recommended for pregnant travelers
Most travelers can participate
This tour/activity will have a maximum of 12 travelers

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Cancellation Policy

You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.

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Reviews

4.6

based on 5 reviews

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Great rxperience

Sue_R, Jul 2026

It can be difficult to see the puffins up close unless you’re lucky enough to have them swim by. Nevertheless, it was a fascinating journey and experience. Take plenty of pictures and crop for adorable close-up photos. Highly recommended and great value. Great way to pass an hour waiting for lunch or fantastic shopping in the area. They provide waterproof overalls and life jackets.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you so much for your wonderful 5-star review! We're delighted to hear that you enjoyed the RIB puffin-watching experience. Puffins can sometimes be a little elusive up close, but we're glad the journey itself was fascinating and that you were able to capture some great photos to remember the experience. It's also great to know that our waterproof overalls and life jackets helped keep you comfortable on the water. Thank you for recommending us and for highlighting the excellent value of the tour. We hope to welcome you aboard again on your next visit!

Puffins everywhere!

Donna_W, Jul 2026

We had an awesome time, despite the drizzle and haze. The puffins didn't mind the weather and the coveralls kept us warm and dry! Kristine was so enthusiastic and helpful.

Response from Host, Aug 2026

Thank you for your fantastic 5-star review! We're so happy to hear you had an awesome time on the tour, even with the drizzle and haze. As you discovered, the puffins are often perfectly content in Icelandic weather, and we're glad our coveralls helped keep you warm and dry throughout the experience. A special thank you for mentioning Christina. She is passionate about sharing Iceland's wildlife and will be thrilled to hear your kind words. We hope to welcome you aboard again for another memorable adventure!

Must-do experience in Reykjavik!

Judah_J, Jul 2025

Loved this experience! Truly a special time out on the water. Our guide Celina was *wonderful*. She kept us entertained and truly taught us a lot about puffins, this part of Iceland and how the puffins interact with it, and when we even spotted a whale, she knew all about the species and information about its presence in the Reykjavík waters too. She truly made this experience an A+ one! Would absolutely recommend.

Many puffins but no speed and thrill

Bjrn_N, Jul 2024

The upside was to see a lot of puffins on 2 Islands close to harbour. The dissapointment was a very slow ride despite warnings of danger of breaking the neck and safety equipment like glasses, gloves etc. and a powerfull RIB boat. The tour could have been done with a 10 hp regular boat