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title: 1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar
lang: en
type: tour
city: Reykjavik
country: Iceland
price: 140
currency: EUR
price_unit: per_person
availability: bookable
rating: 4.88
reviews: 173
duration_minutes: 60
languages: [en]
free_cancellation: "true"
rank_in_category: 2 of 21 (Whale & Puffin Watching)
schedule_checked: 2026-10-22
data_updated: 2026-10-22
canonical: https://guidekin.com/iceland/reykjavik/tours/1-hour-small-group-sightseeing-boat-tour-in-vestmannaeyjar/
---

# 1-Hour Small Group Sightseeing Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar

In our comparison: #2 of 21 in Whale & Puffin Watching, by rating weighted by review volume (table below).

## Overview

During this 1-hour boat tour, you will see the small islands around Vestmannaeyjar including the elephant rock, wildlife, sea caves and if you are lucky you will also see some whales and seals. You will get to know the history of Vestmannaeyjar and see unique rock formations. Go on the perfect trip to get both a thrill and great guidance. Our guides will take good care of you and you will certainly have a blast. There is maximum of 12 passengers for this tour.

## Before you book

- Meeting point: We are situated by the harbour in…
- Max 12 people: small group
- Starts 12:00, 14:30, 16:00: 3 departures a day
- Food not included: bring or buy your own
- Age rule: Minimum age is 6 years

**Pickup:** No hotel pickup: everyone meets at the start point

## Key facts

- Price: from €140 per person
- Duration: 1h
- Rating: 4.88/5 from 173 reviews (collected from Guidekin & Viator & Tripadvisor)
- Free cancellation (see policy below)
- Operator: Ribsafari
- Group: Shared, up to 12 travellers
- Guide languages: English
- Start times: 12:00, 14:30, 16:00
- Booking: Instant confirmation, mobile ticket
- Price checked on Viator: 2026-10-22

## Reviews

4.88 from 173 ratings on Guidekin, Viator & Tripadvisor.
97% of ratings with a star breakdown are 4 or 5 stars: 168 of 173.

- 5 stars: 162 (94%)
- 4 stars: 6 (3%)
- 3 stars: 0 (0%)
- 2 stars: 5 (3%)
- 1 star: 0 (0%)

## What's included

- Float suit
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Life jacket
- Warm protective clothing
- All activities
- Local driver/guide

## Not included

- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Food and drinks

## Itinerary

1. **You will see the various rock formations such as the largest elephant in the ...** (1h) - You will see the various rock formations such as the largest elephant in the world. We will visit sea caves, see puffins and other seabirds and even more wildlife. In between we ride on the waves and stop then and tell you stories about our islands, history and wildlife. We...

## Schedule

- Runs: daily
- Departures: 12:00, 14:30, 16:00
- Schedule last checked: 2026-10-22
- These are published departures, not a live seat count; availability is confirmed at checkout.

## Cancellation

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

## Meeting point

We are situated by the harbour in Vestmannaeyjar. Just follow the yellow flags and you will spot us

Ends: back at the meeting point

## Good to know

- Not recommended for pregnant travelers
- Not recommended for travelers with spinal injuries
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- We provide you with warm protective clothing; float suit and life jacket but recommend you to take a hat and gloves with you
- Please arrive at the office at the harbor 30 minutes prior to the departure to get your gear for the trip
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- Minimum age is 6 years

## Compared with other Whale & Puffin Watching

| Tour | Price | Duration | Rating | Group |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| **This tour · #2 of 21** | €140 | 1h | 4.88 (173) | shared, max 12 |
| [Reykjavik's Finest Catch: Guided Sea Angling Tour for All Levels](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/reykjavik-s-finest-catch-guided-sea-angling-tour-for-all-levels/?format=md) | €150 | 3h | 4.93 (114) | shared |
| [2 hour Round Trip in Vestmannaeyjar on a RIB Boat](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/2-hour-round-trip-in-vestmannaeyjar-on-a-rib-boat/?format=md) | €205 | 2h | 4.96 (91) | shared |
| [Premium Small-Group Puffin & Bird Watching tour from Reykjavík](/iceland/reykjavik/tours/premium-small-group-puffin-bird-watching-tour-from-reykjav-k/?format=md) | €90 | 1h | 4.81 (157) | shared |

Ranked #2 of 21 in Whale & Puffin Watching by Guidekin score (rating weighted by review volume). Prices here run from €55 to €870, median €149; typical length 3h. 2 of 21 are private. Figures are live from the tour cards; the rubric is our handpicked set, not the whole market.

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