Puffin Watching & Gufufoss Waterfall Tour from Seyðisfjörður

Watch Atlantic puffins on accessible cliffs, then stand in the mist of a remote waterfall

A 5-hour puffin and waterfall tour from Seyðisfjörður visits Hafnarhólmi, one of the world's largest Atlantic puffin colonies, then explores the turf-walled Lindarbakki house and Gufufoss waterfall in the remote coastal village of Borgarfjörður-Eystri. The tour includes an air-conditioned vehicle, live English guide, and all fees; children are welcome from age 2.

Step-by-step itinerary

Puffins, village, and waterfall visit

• Visit Hafnarhólmi puffin colony
• Explore Bakkagerði village and turf house
• Optional hike to Alfaborg elf rock
• See Gufufoss waterfall

The Experience

Five hours covers the drive east from Seyðisfjörður and three stops in Borgarfjörður-Eystri, a fishing village built around the harbour. Hafnarhólmi, a small islet connected to the mainland by a man-made harbour, holds one of the world's biggest Atlantic puffin colonies—nesting couples return every summer to raise their pufflings on the rocky outcrop. The cliffs are accessible enough that you get an up-close view without scrambling or technical gear.

Back in the village of Bakkagerði, you walk through Lindarbakki, a turf house preserved from the early 20th century. The thick turf walls and grass-lined roof show how Icelanders insulated their homes against the harsh climate when wood was scarce. The tour also includes an optional hike up Alfaborg, an elf rock overlooking the village, if you want the dramatic views and the folklore that comes with it.

Gufufoss, the final stop, is a small waterfall that cascades down a rugged cliffside and throws off a fine mist—the name means "steam" in Icelandic. The tour wraps in 5 hours total, including all driving time. You travel in an air-conditioned vehicle with a live English-speaking guide, and all entry fees and taxes are already paid.

What’s included

• Air-conditioned vehicle with WiFi on board.
• live English-speaking guide.
• entry to Hafnarhólmi puffin cliffs, Lindarbakki turf house, and Gufufoss waterfall.
• all fees and taxes.

Good to know

Easy physical levelInfant seats availablePublic transport nearby

Operated by BusTravel Iceland

Is this one for you?Book this tour if you want to see puffins and waterfalls without arranging transport or entry separately—the vehicle, guide, and all fees are locked in, so you step off the boat in Seyðisfjörður and the day unfolds on schedule.

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Top questions

Can I see puffins on this tour from Seyðisfjörður?

Yes. Hafnarhólmi, a small islet in Borgarfjörður-Eystri, is home to one of the world's largest Atlantic puffin colonies, and the cliffs are easily accessible so you get an up-close view of nesting couples and their pufflings during summer.

How long does the puffin and waterfall tour take?

The tour runs 5 hours total, including driving time from Seyðisfjörður to Borgarfjörður-Eystri and back, plus time at each stop.

What is Lindarbakki and why is it on the tour?

Lindarbakki is a pristine turf house from the early 20th century, showing how Icelanders built homes with thick turf walls and grass roofs to insulate against the harsh climate when timber was scarce.

Is there a hike included on this tour?

An optional easy hike up Alfaborg, an elf rock overlooking Borgarfjörður-Eystri, is available if you want the dramatic views and to learn about Icelandic folklore and beliefs.

Are children allowed on the puffin and waterfall tour?

Yes, children are welcome from age 2, and specialized infant seats are available on request.

What does Gufufoss waterfall look like?

Gufufoss is a small waterfall that cascades gently down a rugged cliffside and throws off a fine mist; its name means "steam" in Icelandic, and it is sometimes compared to the larger Skógafoss in the south.