Puffin Safari Boat Tour Faroe Islands: Drangarnir & Waterfalls

Watch hundreds of puffins from the boat near Tindhólmur while waterfalls drop straight into the Atlantic

A guided puffin safari boat tour in the Faroe Islands that passes the puffin area near Tindhólmur, stops at two waterfalls (Skarðsáfossur and Múlafossur), and sails close to Drangarnir sea stacks. The tour runs about an hour with a certified guide in English or Danish, a certified crew member, and lifejackets provided. Weather permitting, the boat passes through the arch of the largest sea stack.

Step-by-step itinerary

Puffin Safari and Scenic Boat Tour

• Pass the village of Bøur
• See oldest Faroe Islands landscape and puffins
• Approach Múlafossur waterfall
• Get close to Tindhólmur islet and puffins
• Sail near Drangarnir sea stacks

The experience

You board a boat in the Faroe Islands for a one-hour tour built around the puffins that nest on and around Tindhólmur, a privately owned islet where hundreds gather both on the water and on land. The route passes the old village of Bøur first, where the landscape shows the oldest geology of the Faroe Islands and where you're likely to spot your first puffins. A certified guide in English or Danish narrates the journey, and the crew handles the boat while you watch the water and the cliffs.

Two waterfalls anchor the stops: Skarðsáfossur at Akranes and Múlafossur in Gásdalur, where the water falls directly into the Atlantic. The boat brings you as close as conditions allow so you can feel the scale and see the water hit the ocean. The final stretch takes you near Drangarnir, the sea stacks that are among the most photographed formations in the Faroe Islands. If weather permits, the boat sails through the arch of the largest stack. A passage that depends entirely on wind and swell.

Lifejackets are provided and required. Infants must sit on an adult's lap. The tour is suitable for all fitness levels, though it's not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries or pregnant travelers. Public transportation options are available near the departure point.

What’s included

• Lifejacket.
• certified guide in English or Danish.
• certified crew member.

Before you book

Days and timesNext departure: 1 May 2027

Book up to1h before

AgesAdult (12 to 90 years) · Child (3 to 11 years) · Infant (under 3): free

GroupUp to 36

Live guideEnglish and Danish

Meeting point and pickupNo hotel pickup: you go to the meeting point. Ends back at the starting point.

Cancellation and refundsFree cancellation up to 24 h before the start. After that, no refund.It may be canceled due to bad weather or if the minimum number of travelers isn't reached. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund.

Prices and times updated 4 days ago

Good to know

Low physical effortPets welcomePublic transport nearbyNot recommended during pregnancyNot recommended with back problemsInfants must sit on laps

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Is this one for you?This is a shared boat tour with a guide, so you watch and listen rather than steer or navigate. It suits anyone with an afternoon free and an interest in puffins and seabirds, regardless of boating experience. The one-hour length fits easily into a day with other plans, and the boat stays close to the islands rather than heading into open ocean.

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Top questions

What languages is the tour guided in?

Live guide in English and Danish.

Can children come?

Yes. Ticket types: Child (3 to 11 years); Infant (under 3): free.

What happens if it rains?

It may be canceled due to bad weather. If that happens, you're offered another date or a refund. Free cancellation up to 24 h before the start.

What are the chances of seeing puffins on this tour?

Puffins nest around Tindhólmur and the surrounding area, where hundreds gather during the season. The tour passes directly through this zone, so sightings are the main reason the route exists, though wildlife sightings are never guaranteed.

Can the boat sail through the Drangarnir arch?

Drangarnir's arch passage depends on weather and sea conditions. The boat gets close to the sea stacks in any case, but the arch itself is only navigable when wind and swell allow it.

How long is the actual boat ride?

The tour runs about an hour on the water, including the stops at the waterfalls and the time near Tindhólmur and Drangarnir.

Do I need to bring anything or wear anything special?

Lifejackets are provided and worn throughout the tour. Dress warmly and bring a waterproof layer. You're on the water in the North Atlantic, and spray is common even on calmer days.