Best Puffin Viewing in This Area
Category

Sightseeing

Est. Duration

30-60m

Age requirement

All ages

Message from Jewells Chambers

If you're planning a trip to East Iceland during Puffin nesting season, then you absolutely cannot miss the chance to visit Hafnarhólmi in Borgarfjörður Eystri. This stunning location is one of the best places in the world to see puffins up close and personal, making it a must-visit destination for bird lovers and nature enthusiasts alike.

Puffins are incredibly cute and unique birds, with their brightly colored beaks and comical waddling gait. At Hafnarhólmi, you'll have the opportunity to observe these beautiful creatures in their natural habitat, surrounded by the breathtaking beauty of the Icelandic landscape.

The cliffs at Hafnarhólmi are the perfect nesting grounds for puffins, providing them with shelter, safety, and an abundance of food. During the summer months, thousands of puffins flock to Hafnarhólmi to mate, breed, and raise their young, creating an awe-inspiring spectacle that you won't soon forget.

In addition to puffins, Hafnarhólmi is also home to a wide variety of other bird species, including kittiwakes, guillemots, and fulmars. These birds are just as fascinating and beautiful as the puffins, and observing them in their natural habitat is a truly unforgettable experience. But Hafnarhólmi isn't just a destination for bird lovers. The rugged cliffs and sparkling sea make for breathtaking vistas, and the surrounding countryside is home to a wealth of natural wonders.

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