Small, sweet, and adorable, puffins have black and white plumage and bright orange beaks that have earned them the nickname “parrots of the sea.” Step aboard the Old Skuli and sail to Lundey and Akurey Island for an up-close look at this delightful Atlantic seabird in its natural habitat.

Head to the Old Harbor in Reykyavik and step onto the deck of the Old Skuli—this spacious and specially designed wooden boat has been taking visitors on Puffin Express cruises for over 15 years. Set sail toward the nearby islands of Lundey and Akurey, also known as the Puffin Islands. With their coastal cliffs and sloping hillsides, these islands are the perfect surroundings for charming puffins and other exotic birdlife to form their habitat. Sit back and relax as you cruise along Faxaflói Bay before reaching the coast of Lundey.

The Old Skuli can get you right up next to the shoreline, and with the engine shut off so as not to disturb the birds, you're able to observe almost 30,000 puffins in their natural environment. Take in stunning views of the rugged landscape, watch the beautiful birds dive in and out of the water, and keep your eyes peeled for other birds like northern fulmars, gulls, Arctic terns, and black guillemots. With an expert guide on board, you can learn all about the behaviors, physiology, and breeding patterns of these charming, tuxedoed little birds.