Day Tour Mykines the Puffin Island
A full day tour of the amazing Mykines island, known for tranquility and being home to one of the largest puffin colonies in the world. You will walk among the birds, visit the famous white lighthouse situated on the westernmost point of the Faroe Island and take in all the sites and sounds along the way. You will also visit a Faroese style turf house for some home made dinner with a local family, truly immersing yourself in Faroese culture.
Highlights
- Mykines
- The white lighthouse
- Puffins
- “Heimablíðni” – dinner in a Faroese home
Itinerary
You will be picked up right outside your hotel. After leaving Tórshavn, the journey takes us by the old mountain road towards Vágoy, were you will drive through one of the Faroe Islands two sub-sea tunnels. Arriving at the village of Sørvágur, we will board the ferry that takes us to Mykines. When we get to the island of Mykines, you will be greeted by a local guide, and the amazing tour begins. Lunch and bottled water will be provided for you for the hike, so all you will have to do, is to enjoy the wonders surrounding you in this majestic place. When arriving back in the village after the hike, you will be invited into a local, who lives in a traditional, wooden house with turf roof. Here you will be get the opportunity to try some homemade, Faroese food. After eating, you have approx. One hour to explore the village on your own before the ferry sails back into the mainland, and from there you will be driven back to the capital of Tórshavn.
Departures and prices
Every Tuesday & Saturday from May to August
Duration: 10 hours
Price per person:
Adults from: DKK 1.595
Children (0 – 12 YRS): DKK 798
Included in the price:
- All taxes, fees and handling charges
- Bottled water
- Homemade dinner
- Packed lunch
- Local guide
- Hotel pickup and drop-off
- Hiking tour (easy/medium)
- Air-conditioned vehicle
- Coffee and/or Tea
- Entry/Admission – Mykines Holmur Lighthouse
What do I need to bring?
- Good walking shoes or hiking shoes
- Warm, Waterproof clothes
- Camera
Please note:
- Travelers need to be at a moderate physical fitness level – this tour is not recommended to people with back problems
- Not wheelchair accessible
- Children must be accompanied by an adult
- At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time
- Please advise any specific dietary requirements at time of booking
- Vegetarian option is available, please advise at time of booking if required
- Operates in most weather conditions, please dress appropriately