Westman Islands Volcano and World Largest Puffin Colony Tour

4.5 (79 reviews) 2 h 30 min Free cancellation

out of 5

79 reviews

4.5

Westman Islands Volcano and World Largest Puffin Colony Tour — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

Westman Islands Volcano and World Largest Puffin Colony Tour, photo 2 — Photos: the activity supplier, via Viator

About this activity

Explore the captivating Heimaey Island in the Westman Islands on a 2.5-hour shore excursion that highlights stunning landscapes and rich birdlife.

Visit the world’s largest Atlantic puffin colony, with over 1.1 million puffins nesting during summer. Learn about the historic Eldfell volcano eruption of 1973 which forever changed life on this outpost. Admire the unique Elephant Rock, naturally sculpted into the shape of a giant elephant's head. And visit an immaculate recreation of a post settlement era church,

Guided by a knowledgable expert guide versed in the island's history and culture, an enriching experience is certain. This tour is suitable for families and is designed to fit cruise ship schedules.

Bus Tours Private and Luxury Ports of Call Tours Shore Excursions Excellent Quality Best Conversion Involves Animals Top Product

At a glance

Duration: 2 h 30 min
Confirmation: Instant confirmation
Ticket: Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group: Up to 59 people
People per booking: 1–15
Guide: English
Operated by: BusTravel Iceland

Ages: Children (2–11 years) · Youth (12–15 years) · Adults (16–99 years)

What is included

Included

Included: On-board WiFi: WiFi on board
Included: In-vehicle air conditioning: Air-conditioned vehicle
Included: Experienced guide

Not included

Not included: Bottled water
Not included: Meals

Itinerary

Heimaey Island

15 min

We visit the remarkable Elephant rock, a massive basalt sea cliff face sculpted over millennia by crashing waves into the unmistakeable shape of a elephant´s head, compete with ear and trunk.

Grab some great photo memories
Storhofdi (Great Cape)

45 min

We visit the southern tip of this island, where the majority of the season visitors make their home - this little island provides the bredding and nesting groups for as much as 20% of the global atlantic puffin population.

We walk the coastal path by the lighthouse where we can spot these good natured creatures going about their daily lives.
Eldfell

30 min

We visit Eldfell Volcano famed for the 1973 eruption that destroyed over 400 homes and led to the evacution of the island for around 2 years. Lava fields now cover much of the eastern part of the islands, with the homes of many forever lost to the earth´s elemental forces.

Your guide will tell you all about the eruption as well as the inspiring human battle to save the town.
Stafkirkjan

30 min

Visit this detailed replica of a settlement era stave black church, gifted to the island in 2000 to celebrate 1000 years of christianity in Iceland.

The church and fort as located in a picturesque locale, framed by the imposing harbor cliffs to the north.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

Our bus and guide will be waiting by your dock. Next to the Beluga Whale Sanctuary. If you arrive and you don't see us, we will be ready at the starting time of your tour, so just wait patiently.

Cancellation

Free cancellation

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

If you cancel	You get back
At least one day before	100%
Less than a day before	0%

The operator may cancel if the weather does not allow it; you then get another date or your money back.
The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.