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On this approx. 1.5 hour sailing trip we will sail around Heimaey in Vestmanneyjar (e. Westman Islands) and we will see the island from sea which is spectacular.
- Duration
- 1 hour 30 minutes
- Difficulty
- Easy
- Season
- May to September
- Getting there
- Boat
- Group size
- Up to 50
- Book by
- 1 hour before
- Cancellation
- Free up to 720 h before
from
12.600 ISK
per adults teista
Check dates & bookNext departures
- Sat 15 May · 14:15
- Sun 16 May · 14:15
- Mon 17 May · 14:15
- Tue 18 May · 14:15
Runs: May to September
- Free cancellation up to 720 hours before
- Secure payment, confirmation from the operator
- No account needed
The Grapevine's take
Westman Islands By Boat
The calm alternative to the RIB. A passenger boat circles Heimaey and noses into the sea caves along the way, where the skipper has been known to cut the engine and play a brass instrument to demonstrate the acoustics. You get the same cliffs, stacks and puffin colonies as the fast boats, sitting down, with a roof over you when the weather turns — which it does.
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Prices
| Adults Teista12 - 99 years | 12.600 ISK |
|---|---|
| Children Teista0 - 12 years | 6.200 ISK |
Prices for the next departure, checked Wed 30 Sept. They can change with the date; the booking shows the exact price.
About this tour
On this approx. 1.5 hour sailing trip we will sail around Heimaey in Vestmanneyjar (e. Westman Islands) and we will see the island from sea which is spectacular. During the sailing a guide will tell you about the history of the islands, sagas, the geological history, the volcanic eruption on the island in 1973 as well as in inform you about Surtsey the youngest island in the world which is a part of the archipelago. We will see various rock formations and sail along the new lava from the eruption in 1973.
There are numerous bird species around Vestmannaeyjar that nest on the cliffs and on the surrounding islands. We will see plenty of birds and seabirds such as the iconic puffin, fulmar, kittiwake and even gannets. Often we also see seals and whales during high summer.
During the sailing we will visit two sea caves, “Fjósið”, which is inside the cape Höfði, that is known to be the windiest place in Europe and Klettshellir which is known for its marvelous acoustics.
Teista is a large passenger boat with space for upto 80 people yet we only take 50 passengers max. There are seating for about 40 people outdoors as well as additional seating indoor as well as well as plenty of space for standing.
What's included
During the sailing we a guide will tell you all about our history, nature, wildlife and more.
What to bring
- It is good to dress in warm clothes as it can be cold out at the ocean
- Bring a camera or phone it is always fun to check out the photos and memories afterwards
Where it starts
Cancellation
Free cancellation up to 720 hours before the tour.
For all bookings of day tours, a minimum of 24 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 24 hours notice, no refund is given.
For all bookings of multi-day and custom private tours, a minimum of 72 hours' notice prior to your scheduled departure is required in order to receive a full refund. If a cancellation is made with less than 72 hours' notice, no refund is given*
*Note that in the event the client requests a refund for any reason, Tour Desk reserves the right to charge a 3% administration fee to cover costs incurred.
Cancellation and refund requests need to be sent in writing to info@tourdesk.io
Questions
- How long is Vestmannaeyjar Boat Tour?
- About 1 hour 30 minutes.
- How much does Vestmannaeyjar Boat Tour cost?
- From 12.600 ISK. Adults Teista (12 - 99 years): 12.600 ISK. Children Teista (0 - 12 years): 6.200 ISK. Prices are per person unless the category says otherwise, and can change with the date.
- Where does it start?
- There is no pickup: you meet the operator at Vestmannaeyjar, Tangagata 7, Vestmannaeyjabær. Most people drive there themselves.
- When does it run?
- May to September, going by the departures listed for the next twelve months.
- Can I cancel?
- Yes. Cancellation is free up to 720 hours before the tour starts.
- How hard is it?
- The operator rates it easy.
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