Top 8 Westman Islands Tours

1.Puffin and Volcano Tour with Ebbi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 731 reviews · 2 hours (approx.) · from $114Our pick

Spend two fast-moving hours touring Heimaey by comfortable, air-conditioned minicoach with local guide Ebbi. See puffin colonies, Elephant Rock, Eldfell volcano, Herjólfsdalur, Stórhöfði, and the Viking Town while learning about island life, history, and the daring sport of Sprangan.

“Originally, we booked the puffin and volcano tour with Ebbie because our cruise ship tours were full. We were so glad they were! It turned out this was the best tour of our vacation! Ebbie is so personable and it’s obvious he loves his home and showing visitors around! He included much more than the puffins and volcanoes! He gave us a great glimpse into the history of the island and what it’s like to live there. I highly recommend this tour!”

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2.Volcano ATV Tour

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 302 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $142

You’ll drive an easy two-person ATV across Heimaey’s lava fields, up into Eldfell volcano, and along the coast. Guides such as Mar, Johanna, and Veli add local stories and take photos at scenic stops. Drivers need a license, while passengers can be age six or older.

“This was fantastic. Veli was our guide and she made the experience an unforgettable one. The scenery and the historical context she provided was wonderful - 100% recommend!”

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3.Boat Tour in Vestmannaeyjar

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 54 reviews · 1 hour 30 minutes (approx.) · from $114

Join Ribsafari at 2:15 pm for a 90-minute cruise around Heimaey. Your guide shares local stories, volcanic history, and wildlife facts as you visit a sea cave, view new lava, look for puffins, and see Elephant Rock. The group can include up to 50 people.

“Beautiful scenery and lots of great information about the island and Iceland. Informative and informative entertaining tour guide.”

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4.Eyjascooter Puffin Tour in Iceland

★★★★★★★★★★4.5 · 41 reviews · 1 hour 45 minutes (approx.) · from $156

You ride an easy electric scooter around Heimaey with guides such as Hreidar, Ingibjörg, or Sarka, stopping at puffin sites and scenic viewpoints before visiting the Sea Life Trust Museum. The small-group tour lasts about 1 hour 45 minutes, with helmets and vests included.

“Fun and exhilarating experience. Nice views along the way and the guide is great. Highly recommended experience”

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5.The Best of Vestmannaeyjar with Ebbi

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 28 reviews · 2 hours (approx.)

Spend two hours touring Heimaey with local guide Ebbi and Eyjatours. Visit Eldfell volcano, Herjolfsdalur, Viking Town, Storhofdi, Skansinn, and Elephant Rock, while learning how islanders live with wind, fire, cliffs, and the sea.

“Do you want to learn about the islands genuinely and authentically with a guide who can rhetorically capture your interest? Born and raised on the island. Book!Auto-translated”

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6.PRIVATE 2-Hours Tour – Westman Islands with a local in a BMW X5

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 22 reviews · 1 to 2 hours (approx.)

Explore Heimaey Island with Melissa, a local guide, in a private white BMW X5. The route can include puffin cliffs, Elephant Rock, Eldfell, an old church, the Fairy Village, and other photo stops. Pickup is available, including near the ferry docks.

“Amazing tour!!! Melissa was very friendly, accommodating and knowledgeable about the history of the islands, their people, culture and the beautiful nature!! Highly recommend!!”

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7.Eyjascooter volcano tour in Westman Island

★★★★★★★★★★5.0 · 14 reviews · 1 hour (approx.) · from $108

Explore Heimaey on a Kaabo Wolf Warrior 11 electric scooter with a seat, helmet, safety vest, and local guidance from Ingibjörg, Hreidar, or Charka. This one-hour ride includes scooter practice, island stories, scenic stops, and the chance to see puffins, sheep, horses, and Elephant Rock.

“What an amazing tour! We were nervous to ride the scooters but our guide was patient and gave us time to get used to riding before embarking on the tour! What a rush it was! Highly recommend”

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8.Beluga Whale Sanctuary – Admissions

★★★★★★★★★★3.5 · 8 reviews · from $30Best value

Visit Sea Life Trust’s Beluga Whale Sanctuary in Vestmannaeyjar to see Little White and Little Grey, explore a native species aquarium, and learn about puffin rescue. Admission includes the Visitor Centre and conservation displays. A daily guided tour at 2 PM costs extra.

“The Beluga Whale Sanctuary cares for injured puffins and other seabirds. Some animals that can no longer be released into the wild can be viewed behind a glass pane. This also applies to the two beluga whales cared for by the center. The admission fee supports the important work of this institution. We were very satisfied.”

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