BOAT TRIP TO DISCOVER THE PUFFINS

In a nutshell

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

Main stops

• Melrakkaey Island, birdwatching for puffins and numerous other bird species
• Mount Kirkjufell, one of Nature's wonders

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.